Whidbey Weekly, December 11, 2014

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COUPEVILLE HISTORIC WATERFRONT ASSOCIATION RED TICKET DRAWING TO BE HELD ON THE MUSEUM STEPS AT 1PM THE SUNDAY BEFORE CHRISTMAS. Must be at least 18 years old, love Coupeville and be present to win.

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Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association Red Ticket Drawing To Be Held On The Museum Steps At 1pm The Sunday Before Christmas

There’s lots of Events and Bazaars on Whidbey Island this Holiday Season!

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Annual Holiday Market Weekends 10am-5pm December 13-14 & December 20-21 Big Red Barn is filled with great gifts.

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Donate to local and international organizations and receive a Gift Card for your Giftee.

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Langley UMC is an Advocating, Greening, and Reconciling congregation located on the corner of Third and Anthes in Langley www.langleyumc.org

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The holidays can be especially difficult when grieving a loss Your Family is Invited to A Candlelight Service of Remembrance The holidays are a time of memories.

Remembering those who are gone is a part of healing

Visser Funeral Home will be hosting a Candle Lighting Ceremony for your loved ones.

There will be special music, the reading of names, words of comfort and an ornament for you in remembrance.

Sunday, December 14, 2pm

Visser Funeral Home

432 3rd Street Langley Please call 360-221-6600 For More Information

The holidays can be especially difficult when grieving a loss Your Family is Invited to A Candlelight Service of Remembrance The holidays are a time of memories.

Remembering those who are gone is a part of healing

Burley Funeral Chapel will be hosting a Candle Lighting Ceremony for your loved ones.

Words of Comfort by Linda Haddon Guest Soloist Mark Burley

Saturday, December 13, 2pm

Burley Funeral Chapel

30 SE Ely Street Oak Harbor Please call 675-3192 For More Information

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On Track with Jim Freeman

With just two more weeks until Christmas, it is safe to say we procrastinators are not even close to running out of time. In fact, we have so much time on our hands, who needs sanitizer?

Things Learned Given the importance of learning Latin to root out the root words of our language, Mom made me take the language of Julius Ceasar in 8th grade.

There was nothing more exciting at lunch hall than discussing Ceasar’s Gallic Wars with my buddies.

Nothing starts a conversation among 8th grade boys quite as much as “Vene, vini, vinci.”

The word “education” is derived from the Latin root word, educare, or “to draw out from within.”

Lately, I have been “drawing out” a bunch of learning from within. May I share these epiphanies with you?

1. Never argue one’s preference for mayonnaise with a Miracle Whip woman.

Growing up in Ohio, we had different preferences in our house. Dad liked Huntley and Brinkley over Walter Cronkite. Mom liked the six and a half ounce bottles of Coke, with the city and state of the bottler listed on the bottom of the bottle. My brother liked the Brooklyn Dodgers more than the Cincinnati Redlegs. My sister liked the Bobbsey Twins more than Nancy Drew. I liked Superboy more than Superman. In fact, I still do.

We all liked mayonnaise. No one ever tasted Miracle Whip except when Anna Jean, one of Dad’s old girlfriends, would get drunk and make tuna salad for us kids when we visited on the way to see Mom’s folks in Mississippi.

Mom always complimented Anna Jean on her use of celery in the tuna salad. Cutting celery was quite a stretch for our Mom. She kept it simple. Mom made tuna salad with pickle relish. She preferred stirring to slicing.

When I got married for the first and last time, my bride made tuna salad with Miracle Whip, as she was taught by her mother. My sarcasm regarding the use of Miracle Whip in lieu of mayonnaise became quite a verbal struggle until a bottle of Best mayo (Hellman’s in the East, Best in the West) was launched by my bride in the direction of my head.

Like any trained killer, I ducked, while watching as the jar of mayo penetrated through the kitchen window, landing in a smashing manner on the sidewalk, three stories below.

“Hold the mayo” became our newlywed war cry until we parted ways in the peanut butter aisle.

She liked Jif. I liked Peter Pan. Some of these things need to be worked out in advance. When I got us tickets to Beatlemania for my ex’s birthday, I found out she never liked the Beatles.

I am still waiting for Ohio Players Mania to hit Ticketmaster.

2. Never wear a sport coat to court.

Last month, I attended the funeral of one of my mentors, the Honorable C. Raymond Judice, a retired Judge and former executive director of the Texas Civil Judicial Council. Judge Judice’s boss was the Chief Justice of the Texas Supreme Court. Ray knew every politician in Texas, and their girlfriends.

Not having ever been to a Catholic rosary and memorial service, I was a bit surprised when I showed up as the only male wearing a sport coat.

My sport coat, a Harris Tweed, purchased on sale at our now closed K-Mart in Oak Harbor, was clean, brown, and unwrinkled. The dark slacks which I had inherited from my cousin, the dentist, seemed stylish enough to me for a trip to Houston.

Wrong, Yankee breath. These southern gentlemen do not wear anything but dark blue or black suits to a Catholic funeral. In fact, I was so out of place wearing my brown sport coat I could not find a ride with anyone for the processional to Glenwood Cemetery, also the holding tank for Howard Hughes.

As I was running around the funeral home parking lot, trying to find someone I knew behind those tinted car windows of limosines, I saw a driver’s side window lower on one of the shorter black town cars, and heard a voice, “Sir, do you need a ride?”

“That would be great. I cannot find the lawyers who were going to drive me.”

As I scurried to open the front passenger door of the Lincoln Town car, I heard the driver say, “You can’t sit there. That seat belongs to the priest.”

Swiftly, I closed the passenger door before opening the rear door of the automobile to take my designated seat.

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When the priest arrived to take the seat we used to call “shotgun”, I heard him ask the funeral director, “Do you have the holy water?”

“Yes, Father.”

“Are we ready then?”

“Yes, Father.”

How exciting it was for me to be seated with such official company. Then the question came from the front seat to the back, as the heavy set Houston motorcycle policeman led the motorcade, lights swirling everywhere.

“So, how did I do?” said the priest to me.

“Gee, Father, your use of scripture from Matthew was spot on. I really appreciated your explanation of integrity as it related to the Judge. I can’t wait to get home and tell my Presbyterian buddies what I learned.”

I am not sure which would have made Judge Ray laugh more. My riding to his graveside with a priest from Central America or my putting back the pimento cheese sandwich I accidently picked up at the reception.

I don’t do pimento cheese, whether it has mayo or not.

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Knitting-It’s sitting still for creative people.

Sweet dreams are made of cheese. Who am I to dis a brie? [on an apron] Romaine Calm and Carrot On. If you think you’re too small to make a difference, spend a night with a mosquito -African proverb.

The past, the present and the future walked into a bar. It was tense.

I don’t take naps I take horizontal life pauses.

Retired: If you want to talk to me you’ll be charged a consulting fee.

I used to teach. Now I have no class.

I already want to take a nap tomorrow.

25.8069-The root of all evil [hint: square root of 666] All of the good chemistry jokes Argon.

Never trust an atom. They make up everything.

Another day with no plans to use calculus.

People who say it can’t be done should not interrupt those who are doing it.

Everything I say will be on the exam.

Those who can, teach. Those who can’t, pass laws about teaching.

Special Information As we ready for another year, it is important for us to be reminded of the different stones and their meanings insofar as these stones relate to birth months.

What do you mean you did not know the meaning of your birthstone? Soon, you will. Please act accordingly.

January - Garnet (Constancy) February - Amethyst (Sincerity) March - Bloodstone, Aquamarine (Courage) April - Diamond (Innocence) May - Emerald (Love, Success) June - Pearl, Moonstone, Alexandrite (Health, Longevity) July - Ruby (Contentment) August - Sardonyx, Peridot (Married Happiness) September - Sapphire (Clear Thinking) October - Opal, Tourmaline (Hope) November - Topaz (Fidelity) December - Turquoise, Zircon (Prosperity) Remember, when Bob Dylan sang “Everybody must get stoned,” he was just singing about birthdays!

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Whidbey Island Dance Theatre opens its 22nd annual ‘Nutcracker’ in Langley The holiday season is made brighter each year by dancing fairies, frogs, flowers and rats, among other sweet and scary characters.

Whidbey Island Dance Theatre lends its enchantment to the Christmas season once again, with its 22nd annual production of the “Nutcracker,” from Friday, December 12 through Sunday, December 21 at the South Whidbey High School Auditorium in Langley.

With a cast of more than 100 dancers, whimsical moving sets and colorful, hand-crafted costumes, WIDT’s production of the popular Christmas ballet set to Tchaikovsky’s endearing score, is full of community spirit, excellent dancers and a host of surprises that are sure to delight children of all ages. Artistic Directors Charlene Brown and Danielle Wilkins have created their own brand of the classic story.

“Our version is certainly different from the traditional ‘Nutcracker’ storyline, and we think that’s what makes it so special,” Brown said.

Indeed, even the smallest dancers on the stage know how to add their own brand of island charm, including 6-year-old Callahan Dobmeier of Greenbank, who plays a mouse, a butterfly and a frog.

Callahan said that to act like mouse in the “Nutcracker” you must know how to shake.

Her character, she said, is a scared mouse, but one who is on the side of the Rat King, of course.

The best part of the show?

“I have to trip Clara,” she said with a devilish sort of grin.

Callahan has been dancing for almost four years and this is her second foray onto the “Nutcracker” stage. Dancing has helped her a lot, she said, with her cerebral palsy, giving her a new ability to jump, spin and do handstands, which were all difficult before she was a dancer.

Although she admires the Snow Queen and the Sugar Plum Fairy for the truly beauteous ballerinas that they are, Callahan has her sights set on maybe one day playing the part of the Rat King, with his jubilant jumps and fierce tricks. Today, her personal favorite part is the frog, because she gets to be green and wear a cool mask. Look for her butterfly, stage right — the one who blows kisses to the audience.

Callahan and the rest of the ensemble are lucky to dance alongside a star-studded cast of main characters, including company member Tessa Sherman who’ll be dancing the “dreamgirl” role of Clara this year, joined by her young Prince, played by Zane Vanderwood.

Professional dancer and Whidbey Island native Graham Vanderwood, will be playing the roles of Drosselmeyer’s assistant, the Nutcracker and the Snow King.

Guest artist Laura Kay Young, formerly of the Alabama Ballet, Ballet Bellevue and Evergreen City Ballet, will be making her Whidbey Island debut as the Snow Queen.

Audience favorite Lars Larson is back once again in his resplendent role as Clara’s Godfather Drosselmeyer, while WIDT co-dance captain and Island Dance Competition Team member Ariana Abrahams returns in the role of the evil Rat King. WIDT’s other co-dance captain, Faith O’Brochta, will dance the part of the Flower Queen.

Dade Glaser plays the Forest King, partnered with WIDT alumna Brittany Falso as the Faerie Queen. Glaser, Falso and Graham Vanderwood are all dancers with the DASSdance company of Seattle.

If this is anyone’s first “Nutcracker” ballet,

Callahan has some advice to share. “Read the book and listen to the music,” and then get ready for a winter wonderland, a fertile forest, an underwater adventure, an extraordinary Christmas tree and a show that may make your holiday a little more magical.

the two sponsoring organizations will select one winner.

The “Nutcracker” plays at 7:30pm on Friday and Saturday; and at 2:00pm on Saturday and Sunday; December 12 through December 21 at South Whidbey High School Performing Arts Center, 5675 Maxwelton Road in Langley.

The deadline for nominations is Thursday, January 15, 4:00pm. Details for submission are on the nomination form.

Advance tickets are $18 for adults; $16 for seniors (65+), military and children younger than 17. Tickets are on sale now at Brown Paper Tickets.

Special Opening Night price: 7:30pm Friday, December 12 all tickets are $16.

All tickets at the door cost $20.

Group Discounts: $15 per ticket for groups of 8 or more. Tickets must be purchased together in advance to receive discounted price. (All tickets are $20 at the door.)

Call the Box Office at (360) 341-2221 or visit www.widtonline.org for more information.

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Class Offered for Beginning Genealogists “A Beginner’s Guide to Your Family History” will be presented by members of the Genealogy Society of South Whidbey Island.

The three-session series will be held at the Bayview Senior Center Tuesdays, January 6, 13 and 20, 2015, Classes will start at 6:30pm each evening.

Participants will be introduced to basic genealogy research principles and strategies needed to find the pieces for their family history puzzle. Focus will be on sources for basic family history documents and where to find them, including the growing number of digital resources.

A registration fee of $15 for Senior Center members and $20 for others will be charged to cover use of the classroom. No charge for materials given during the classes.

Pre-registration by January 2 is required. Call the Senior Center at (360) 321-1600 to register. Space is limited to 15.

For further Information, contact Melissa Russell, GSSWI Vice President, at marbar@ whidbeyisland.com or (360) 331-7909.

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Coastal Volunteer of the Year Award Nominations Now Being Accepted Nominations are now being accepted for the 2015 Jan Holmes Island County Coastal Volunteer of the Year Award. The award is named to honor the memory of Jan Holmes, an Island County resident and WSU Island County Beach Watcher, who was an exemplary marine scientist, educator, and champion for stewardship of the marine environment.

In recognition of the continuing need for volunteers to carry on this important cause, the Jan Holmes Island County Coastal Volunteer of the Year Award is presented annually to one individual who is engaged in service, science, or outreach relating to the health of Island County’s marine environment and whose work adds to knowledge about and/ or protection of county marine waters and coastal resources.

Nominations are open to anyone, regardless of organization or affiliation. The intent of the award is to encourage and recognize the achievements of volunteers who work to understand, protect, and restore the marine waters and coastal resources of Island County.

The award is co-sponsored by the Island County Marine Resources Committee (MRC) and Washington State University (WSU) Island County Extension. A committee representing

The award will be presented on February 7, 2015, at South Whidbey High School during the opening ceremonies of Sound Waters 2015.

Nomination forms are available at WSU Extension site: http://ext100.wsu.edu/island/ or MRC site: www.islandcountymrc.org For more information, contact Anna Toledo at (360) 678-5111 x7402 or Barbara Bennett at (360) 679-7391.

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Young Adult Southern Resident Female Orca Found Dead in Georgia Strait According to the Center for Whale Research A deceased orca was found December 4 near Courtenay, BC in northwest Georgia Strait and was identified as 18-year old J32, known as Rhapsody. Photos sent by Canada’s Dept. of Fisheries and Oceans were identified by Ken Balcomb at the Center for Whale Research. J pod last visited Puget Sound in late November, and J32 was last identified and photographed with her family November 26 east of Victoria BC by the Center for Whale Research.

J32 was thought by many to be in the late stages of pregnancy last summer due to her wide girth when she breached, as she often did.

A necropsy led by Dr. Stephen Raverty will reveal if she was indeed pregnant and hopefully will find the cause of death. She was believed to have died in the previous 24 to 48 hours.

J32’s mother was J20, who died in 1998 when Rhapsody was only 2 years old. She was raised by her aunt, J22 Oreo. She is survived

by J22 and her cousins J34 Doublestuf and J38 Cookie, leaving only three survivors of the former J10 matriline, and only 77 members of the Southern Resident Community.

Orca Network cannot express how tragic this loss is for this struggling, precariously small, family of resident orcas of the Salish Sea. This loss brings the overall number of Southern Resident orcas below their number in 2005 when they were listed as endangered under the Endangered Species Act. The loss of J32 marks the fourth death of a Southern Resident orca in 2014. The last surviving Southern Resident baby was born in August 2012.

[Submitted by Howard Garrett, Orca Network]

NWCAA Renews Shell Refinery Air Permit The Northwest Clean Air Agency has renewed the air operating permit for Shell Puget Sound Refinery in Anacortes.

NWCAA issued the renewed permit after receiving no comments from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on the proposed permit during EPA’s 45-day review period.

The air operating permit compiles existing operational and procedural air quality requirements – including monitoring and reporting, emissions standards, and other regulatory requirements.

Large air pollution sources, based on their maximum potential air emissions, are required, by law, to have air operating permits.

“These are important regulatory documents, but they usually don’t get any public attention,” said NWCAA Executive Director Mark Asmundson. “This one did. We hope that through the public process, we were able to help a few people better understand what an air operating permit is and what it does.”

More than 70 people attended a public hearing on the permit, and NWCAA responded to more than 50 comments.

·Air operating permit information: www. nwcleanair.org/aqPrograms/airPermits.htm ·Air operating permit facilities: www.nwcleanair.org/aqPrograms/airPermits_pg2.htm ·Response to comments on Shell draft air operating permit (statement of basis, starting on page 105): www.nwcleanair. org/pdf/aqPrograms/airOperatingPermits/ PSR/2014SOBFINAL.pdf ·Social media:www.facebook.com/nwcleanair and https://twitter.com/NWCleanAir The Northwest Clean Air Agency is responsible for enforcing federal, state and local air quality regulations in Island, Skagit, and Whatcom counties. In addition to permitting and regulating industrial sources of air pollution, the agency provides services and information related to asbestos, climate change, indoor air quality, outdoor burning, woodstoves, and fireplaces. More information about the agency is available at www.nwcleanair.org.

[Submitted by Katie J. Skipper, Northwest Clean Air Agency]

Local Business News North Whidbey Help House Receives Donation from Gene’s Art & Frame Gene’s Art & Frame in Oak Harbor would like to thank their customers for supporting their recent Give More Save More Framing Sale.

Due to your participation in this semi-annual canned food drive, Gene’s Art & Frame was able to donate over 300 non-perishable food items to North Whidbey Help House right before Thanksgiving. Proudly supporting the community for over 45 years, Gene’s Art & Frame is located at 250 SE Pioneer Way and can be reached at (360) 675-3854 or www. genesartframing.com

Off Season Specials at the Oystercatcher You can enjoy three courses for $35 every Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday at the Oystercatcher. You can choose any appetizer, entree and dessert from the menu. Select bottles of wine will also be 50 percent off as well to accompany your meal. The Oystercatcher is located at 901 Grace Street in Coupeville, for the current menu, go to oystercatcherwhidbey.com or call (360) 678-0683.

Holiday Open House and Good Cheer Food Bank Benefit Whidbey Island Natural will host a Holiday Open House and Good Cheer Food Bank Benefit on Friday, December 12, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. Visit the new shop at 220 1st Street in Langley and join David, Kimberly and Sue for sparkling cider and Christmas cookies. Bring non-perishable food items to receive a 20% discount on Whidbey Island Natural’s own handcrafted, organic soaps, lotions & potions. Learn about their plans for the WIN Permaculture Farm. For more information, call (360) 331-8214 or visit www.WINatural.com

Penn Cove Gallery Welcomes New Artists Penn Cove Gallery is excited to add the Still Fire Pottery of Carol Ann Bauer to its representation of local talent. Creating pottery full time since 1980, her pottery is distilled from a lifetime of working with her hands. Water and nature themes have always been part of Carol’s work. She loves combining beauty and form harmoniously into a pot that is functional as well.

Penn Cove Gallery also welcomes the wool felting art of Carol Jensen. Wet felting merino wool into bowls and vessels is how Carol celebrates color. Carol creates layers, patterns and embellishments by different techniques such as inlays and resists, and then hand shapes her individual art pieces. The addition of a wool stiffener preserves the shape of her compellingly touchable art.

Penn Cove Gallery located at 9 NW Front Street in Coupeville and is open every day from 10:00am to 5:00pm. For more information, call (360) 678- 1176 or visit www.penncovegallery.com

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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.

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.

one: a riveting nonfiction courtroom drama, a tragic sea story, and a widow’s determination to clear her husband’s name. Wind & Tide Bookshop is located at 790 SE Pioneer Way. For more information, please call (360) 675-1342.

work, and more will be on display. Vote for your favorites in several categories. All teens in grades 6 to 12 are eligible to submit artwork.

Christmas Home Tour

Holiday Shindig

Saturday, December 13, 4:00pm-8:00pm

Sundays, 10:00am 5671 Crawford Road, Langley

Friday, December 12, 3:00pm-6:30pm Ace Hardware, Oak Harbor

Tour beautifully decorated homes and enjoy a different home-made holiday cookie in each one. Soroptimist International of Oak Harbor is hosting their sixth annual Christmas Home Tour.

Expand your knowledge of the deeper features of the Facebook Social Media experience with this intermediate level class. Learn how to control ads, bolster your privacy and create new levels of interaction with your Facebook friends. Bring your laptop or mobile device and grow your Facebook skills. Seating is limited so please preregister at www.sno-isle.org.

Holiday Cheer Saturday, December 13, 2:00pm-4:00pm Clinton Community Hall

Sundays, 4:00pm-5:00pm Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Freeland

Featuring door prizes and refreshments. Earn a raffle chance with every $25 spent in the store that day. For more information, call (360) 679-3533. Ace Hardware is located at 150 SE Pioneer Way.

Holiday Open House & Good Cheer Food Bank Benefit Friday, December 12, 4:00pm-8:00pm Whidbey Island Natural, Langley Visit the new shop at 220 1st Street in Langley and join David, Kimberly and Sue for sparkling cider and Christmas cookies. Bring non-perishable food items to receive a 20% discount on Whidbey Island Natural’s own handcrafted, organic soaps, lotions & potions. Learn about their plans for the WIN Permaculture Farm. For more information, call (360) 331-8214 or visit www.WINatural.com

Christmas Greening Night Friday, December 12, 5:30pm-7:30pm Langley United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall Everyone is invited to share a meal of soup, bread and cookies. Make one “green” craft to take home and another to share. No cost, just come and celebrate the season. Langley UMC is an Advocating, Greening, and Reconciling congregation located on the corner of Third and Anthes. For more information, visit www. langleyumc.org

Pets at the Farm with Santa Saturday, December 13, 10:00am-3:00pm Hummingbird Farm Nursery & Gardens Oak Harbor Families are welcome to join in the photos and fun at this fundraising event for WAIF. If you’d like to reserve an information and/or display table for your business, or for more information, please contact: lori@hummingbirdfarmnursery.com or (360) 941-7470. Hummingbird Farm Nursery and Gardens is located at 2319 Zylstra Road.

Annual Holiday Market Saturdays, December 13 & 20, 10:00am-5:00pm Sundays, December 14 & 21, 10:00am-5:00pm Greenbank Farm, Greenbank An ideal place to come and peruse pieces handcrafted by local and regional artisans.

Along with a wide variety of gifts and various price points, there will be holiday music, photos with Santa, and warm beverages available. For more information, call (360) 678-7700 or visit www.greenbankfarm.com

Pictures with Santa Saturday, December 13, 1:00pm-4:00pm Habitat for Humanity, Freeland Come help celebrate the 3rd anniversary of the Freeland Habitat Store, located at 1592 Main Street. Enjoy treats, drinks and in-store specials. A complete kids’ kitchen will be raffled off. Have your picture taken with Santa, furry friends welcome (with minimum $5 donation). For more information, call (360) 331-6272.

Meet Whidbey Island Author Jay Jacobs

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the following Oak Harbor businesses: Upscale Resale, Casual House, Jones Accounting, Whidbey Printers and Banner Bank. For tickets or more information, please visit www. sioakharbor.com

An Evening of Laughter Saturday, December 13, 7:00pm Whidbey Playhouse, STAR Studio, Oak Harbor Tickets: $10 each The hilarious Whidbey Improv Team will be creating scenes of laughter as they perform unscripted games. Audience participation is encouraged. Seating is limited. Purchase advance tickets by calling 360) 679-2237 or get your tickets at the door. For more information, visit www.whidbeyplayhouse.com

Global Giving Market Sunday, December 14, 11:00am-1:00pm Langley United Methodist Church Give a gift that helps many. Donate to local and international organizations and receive a Gift Card for your Giftee. Or purchase Fair Trade gifts that will help to provide food, shelter, health care, or school supplies for those in need. Langley UMC is an Advocating, Greening, and Reconciling congregation located on the corner of Third and Anthes. For more information, visit www.langleyumc.org

Navy Band Free Holiday Concert Sunday, December 14, 4:00pm Oak Harbor High School Navy Band Northwest will present a free holiday concert for the local community in the Performing Arts Center. This year’s event is sure to be a heartwarming musical evening for the entire family. The 35 rated Navy Musicians perform in various musical units. Navy Band Northwest is the premier United States Navy musical organization in the Northwest. The street address for the high school is #1 Wildcat Way. Tickets are not required.

Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events See schedule below Cost: Free Lit for Fun Book Discussion Group Thursday, December 11, 9:00am Freeland Library Join us for a discussion of “The Crisis of Islam”

by Bernard Lewis. In this book Lewis helps us understand the reasons for the increasingly dogmatic rejection of modernity by many in the Muslim world in favor of a return to a sacred past.

Teen Art Show: Opening Reception Thursday, December 11, 6:30pm-8:00pm Oak Harbor Library Enjoy art created by the very talented teens of Oak Harbor in a gallery setting. Paintings, drawings, photography, ceramics, metalwork, and more will be on display. Vote for your favorites in several categories. Catered by Wildcat Catering.

Saturday, December 13, 1:00pm-3:00pm Wind & Tide Bookshop, Oak Harbor

Teen Art Show Friday, December 12, 10:00am-5:00pm Saturday, December 13, 10:00am-5:00pm Oak Harbor Library

Jay Jacobs will be speaking about his book, The Widow Wave. Book sales and signing will follow. The Widow Wave is three stories in

Enjoy art created by the very talented teens of Oak Harbor in a gallery setting. Paintings, drawings, photography, ceramics, metal

Facebook: The Power User’s Approach Saturday, December 13, 10:00am Freeland Library

The Clinton Library is hosting an afternoon of music and festivities to celebrate winter and the holidays. Local musician Julie Pigott will play seasonal music favorites from 2:00pm to 3:00pm. Carla Walsh from the Art Barn will help people of all ages create a winter art project. Anne Belov will sell and sign her children’s book, Pandamorphosis. Eldritch Black will sell and sign his newly released book, a dark fantasy adventure for readers 11 to 14 years of age, The Kindly Book of Death. Refreshments from Tree Top Baking will be served. Free activities for all ages.

Third Tuesday Book Discussion Group Tuesday, December 16, 9:30am Freeland Library Join us for a discussion of “The Rosie Project”

by Graeme Simsion. Everyone is welcome.

Religious Services Prayer Group Every Tuesday, 4:00pm-5:30pm St. Hubert Catholic Church, Langley Charismatic Prayer and Praise group. Everyone welcome. For more information, call Bill at (360) 221-8174.

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

Healing 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) 263-2704, email healingwhidbey.com, or visit the International Association of Healing Rooms at healingrooms.com.

Unity of Whidbey

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

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

Galleries & Art Shows “Timeless Gifts” Artists’ Reception: Sunday, December 14, 1:00pm-4:00pm Show continues through December Artworks Gallery, Greenbank This group show features a special collection of fine art, small gifts and seasonal cards for holiday giving. Light snacks and drinks will be served. Seasonal music will be provided by guitarist Quinn Fitzpatrick from 1:30pm to 3:30pm and Artworks Gallery’s artists will be on hand to greet visitors during the reception.

Fine Art in the Season of Light Holiday Reception: Sunday, December 14, 1:00pm-4:00pm Show continues through December Rob Schouten Gallery, Greenbank This holiday season, find exquisite gifts by your favorite artists. Celebrate those you love with a one-of-a-kind piece chosen especially for them. Get your jingle on and enjoy some refreshments and festive live music with those local jazz swingers, Trio Nouveau.

Living Circle: Friends on the Path

Restaurant Activities

Every Sunday, 10:30am 917 E. Whidbey Ave., Oak Harbor

Flyers Restaurant & Brewery, Oak Harbor

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

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.

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.

Meetings and Organizations AAUW Holiday Luncheon Saturday, December 13, 11:30am Whidbey Golf Club, Oak Harbor

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RSVP by December 6 to Pat Lokanis, lokanis@ comcast.net. Tickets $16. For information about joining the American Association of University Women (AAUW), contact Diane Peters at dipeters@comcast.net or Barb Bland at barble@comcast.net. The Whidbey Golf Club is located at 2430 SW Fairway.

Whidbey Island Camera Club

Tuesday, December 16, 6:30pm-8:00pm Oak Hall, Room 306, SVC, Oak Harbor

The theme for December is “Weather: Precipitation; Clouds; Sunshine, etc.�. You may submit up to 3 photographs for discussion during the meeting to absolutescience@ hotmail.com. Whidbey Island Camera Club, a community club, is open to the public. If you have questions, please email tina31543@ comcast.net or visit www.whidbeyislandcameraclub.com

Friends of the Oak Harbor Library Thursday, December 18, 3:00pm Oak Harbor Library Friends of the Oak Harbor Library invite you to celebrate the season with friends, food and fun. Live music will be presented by the Just in Time Jazz Duo, and a silent auction of donated items will support the Friends and the library.

Every Friday, 6:45pm-9:00pm Coupeville Library All skill levels welcomed. Please bring a board if possible. Spread the word and come down for some leisurely play. For information, call (631) 357-1941.

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

Cribbage Club Every Thursday, 6:00pm Pizza Factory, Oak Harbor Cribbage players unite! Great fun, good people, all ages, come join the fun. The Pizza Factory offers discounts on all menu items to players. For more information, call Tim at (360) 678-3480. For information on the Sunday game please call Cheryl at (360) 914-0084.

Debtors Anonymous Every Sunday, 6:00pm WGH Board Room, Coupeville

Al-Anon

Duplicate Bridge Club

Every Wednesday, 9:30am-10:30am 432 2nd St., Langley If a friend or relative has a problem with alcohol, you can find solutions for yourself at Alanon.

Al-Anon Group Oak Harbor Are you troubled by someone’s drinking?

Al-Anon group can help. Call Laurie at (360) 675-4430 for meeting information.

Alcoholics Anonymous Every Day, 12:00pm & 8:00pm 432 2nd Street, Langley For more information, call (360) 221-2070

Breastfeeding Support Group Third Thursday, 10:30am-11:30am Pregnancy Aid, 816 Camano, Langley You can bring your own lunch if you’d like, tea and muffins are provided. Pregnant Moms welcome. Call Pregnancy Aid at (360) 2214767 for more information.

Every Tuesday, 10:30am Sierra Country Club Clubhouse, Coupeville The club is ACBL sanctioned and we encourage anyone interested to come with or without a partner. For more information, contact one of the directors: Mardi Dennis at (360)675-5044, Sue Thomas at (360) 678-7047, or Peter Wolff at (360) 678-3019.

Blind Support Group Fourth Tuesday, 2:00pm Oak Harbor Senior Center A support group for people with impaired vision. Learn and share techniques to be more mobile. For more information, call Paul Bovey at (360) 544-2561 or (360) 679-8293.

Central Whidbey Lions First and Third Thursdays, 12:00pm Tyee Restaurant, Coupeville

Chess and Go Every Monday, 6:00pm-10:00pm South Whidbey Senior Center, Langley All ages and abilities welcome. Go is a board game of Asian origin which, involves strategy and tactics and has no element of chance. For more information, call Roy at (360) 341-3230.

Conversations of War and Return First & Third Fridays, 7:00pm-8:30pm Trinity Lutheran Church, Old Building, Freeland Veterans Steve Durbin and Chuck McIntyre

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Open to the public. For more information, call (360) 675-7111.

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Meeting based on Becky Jackson’s book “Dieting, A Dry Drunk.� Meeting time subject to change based on groups needs. For more information and meeting address: DietingRecovery.com, or contact Christina (360) 730-1886; christinamjames@hotmail.com.

Open to the public. For more information, call (360) 675-6070.

Every Monday, 7:00pm Elks Lodge, Oak Harbor

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Every Sunday, 6:30pm Knights of Columbus Hall, Oak Harbor

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For deaf & hearing people who want to learn more signs and keep building their vocabulary in the third most used language in the U.S. Donation for room usage. For more information, call Susan Ishikawa at (360) 221-0383.

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A running group for adults of all levels, beginner to advanced. Stretching and strengthening and drills as well. The cost is free to start. For more information, contact Brad Sandefur at bsandman50@gmail.com or (360) 675-7665.

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If you are having problems with money and debt and think that you may be a compulsive debtor, the program of Debtors Anonymous can help you. No situation is hopeless. Find the solution that leads to solvency and serenity. Debtors Anonymous is a 12-step program based upon the 12-steps first developed and used by Alcoholics Anonymous. Call (515) 451-3749 for directions to location or for more information.

Adult Running Group

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First Fridays, 2:00pm-4:00pm St. Augustine’s in-the-Woods, Freeland The public is invited to attend the monthly meetings of the board of the Friends of South Whidbey State Park (FOSWSP). FOSWSP is a non-profit group that supports, cares for, and promotes South Whidbey State Park. To receive more information or membership information, email foswsp@gmail.com. St. Augustine’s in-the-Woods is located at 5217 S. Honeymoon Bay Road.

Gambler’s Anonymous Every Saturday, 9:00am Whidbey General Hospital, Coupeville Downstairs in conference room near Cafeteria. A new meeting will start in Oak Harbor at the First United Methodist Church Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm downstairs in classroom 3, 1050 SE Ireland Street. Open Meeting.

Gastric Surgery Support Group Second Monday, 7:00pm Oak Harbor Lutheran Church Supporting anyone who’s a pre-, post-, or possible weight loss surgery patient through the process and the recovery. We are not affiliated with any specific surgical technique or WHAT’S GOING ON

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insurance program. For more information, call Pat Baldridge at (360) 675-8871.

Genealogical Society of South Whidbey Island Second Monday, 1:00pm Trinity Lutheran Church, Community Bldg., Freeland Visitors always welcome. For more information, call Ann Wright at (360) 597-2352 or visit www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~wagsswi

Habitat for Humanity of Island County Volunteer & Family Selection Informational Meeting Second Thursday, 7:00pm-8:00pm First Reformed Church, Oak Harbor

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children and others in our community. We are currently sponsoring three youth organizations – Key Club (a service program for high school students), Builders Club (a service program for middle school students), and K-Kids (a service program for elementary students).

The proceeds of our fundraisers are used to support these youth clubs and other charitable organizations dedicated to the well being of the children in our community.

Every Wednesday, 7:00am San Remo Restaurant, Oak Harbor

Kiwanis of South Whidbey

The Kiwanis Club of Oak Harbor has been an active part of the community since 1967. We are a group of volunteers who try to make a difference through service to the

Prospective members eat free. For more information, contact Ron Myers at (360) 331-1876.

This orientation is to help volunteers, families and individuals learn more about how Habitat for Humanity Island County works, how you can get involved, and why it is needed in Island County. We will provide vital information about our affordable housing programs and how individuals and families can apply.

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First & Third Thursdays, 12:00pm Whidbey Telecom, Wi-Fire Cafe, Freeland

La Leche League of Oak Harbor Second Tuesday, 6:45pm Oak Harbor Lutheran Church, Oak Harbor Interested mothers and mothers-to-be are encouraged to attend and babies are welcome. For more information, please call Julie at (360) 679-3562, Lisa at (360) 679-0307, or Sue at (360) 240-8604.

Meet Feet Co-Ed Hiking Group Every Saturday, 10:00am-12:00pm Locations and terrain vary Occasionally the group goes to the mainland so times can change. The current schedule is available at http://maxxeon.com/meetfeet/.

To join the email list for weekly detailed walk notices and car pool locations, send an email to meetfeet@gmail.com.

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Narcotics Anonymous Meetings Saturday through Thursday For locations visit www.npsana.org/whidbey or call (877) 789-0819.

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

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Second Tuesday, 7:00pm Elks Lodge, Oak Harbor

Every Monday, 4:30pm Bayview Community Hall, Langley

Every Monday, 6:00pm-7:00pm Langley Fellowship Hall, Langley

For more information, call (360) 675-7111.

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

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

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Every Wednesday, 7:30pm-8:00pm Alexander Counseling, 221 2nd Street, #10, Langley

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FRIDAY, November 28 8:36am, SW Harrier Cir. Reporting the neighbor left threatening note on the door stating “you are going to die.” The neighbor thinks they are coming into his apt.

10:31am, SW Bayshore Dr. A male with bag, walked to teller and demanded money. No weapons seen.

Caller is upstairs in an office.

2:25pm, SR 20 Reporting 4-5 chickens jumping in and out of traffic.

5:11pm, W North Camano Dr. Caller advising wife just called and stated there are wet footprints going into the house. Dogs are outside barking. Female currently sitting in the vehicle. Will not go inside.

8:41pm, SE O’Leary St. Reporting subject has been in the downstairs bathroom for over an hour. The caller tried to check on her and couldn’t open the door.

SATURDAY, November 29 7:36am, Nubian Way People are shocking his genitals. Says it is gamma rays. No medical. Caller says he is outside in a car by himself.

7:49am, SR 20 Law enforcement shot a raccoon earlier.

Two callers say it’s still alive.

5:18pm, SE Barrington Dr. Advising the caller was followed by vehicle. She was yelling at them for driving too slow from Burlington.

5:28pm, SE O’Leary St. Advising a female dispatcher or female officer is harassing her. States she has heard yelling coming from the police department.

9:59pm, SE O’Leary St. The caller is being harassed, unknown by who. By someone who’s “Daddy” has money and has been covering things up for 5 years.

10:03pm, Keystone Ave. Requesting assistance getting into her house. Has locked herself out. Caller climbed up a balcony to get in and is now stuck on it. Can’t get inside and can’t get down.

11:43pm, SE 8th Ave. The vehicle in the apartments across from location has an alarm going off. There is nothing suspicious seen. The caller doesn’t like the noise.

SUNDAY, November 30 8:50am, SW Harrier Cir. The caller wants the name of the two officers who came to help him at Home Depot. The caller is angry about some kind of note that was considered a threat and wants to know why it was a threat.

10:45am, SE O’Leary St. The caller was told to have on-duty officer help or call the police department tomorrow for his voicemail. She did not want any of that information, just wanted to pass along the message that “because nobody wants to help me, I e-mailed the Governor. Bye.” 3:35pm, SW Fort Nugent Ave. Reporting two men by the playground, early 20’s. Caller advising they were being “creepy” and they don’t have any kids with them.

4:44pm, SE Barrington Dr. A subject called and said “The Chief of Police needs to resign immediately & who was in the ambulance headed up SR 20 about 5 minutes ago?” The caller was asked if he had firm medical or law enforcement emergency and he said no.

6:16pm, SW Harrier Cir. The caller is wanting to know if someone just called him and woke him up. He specifically said not to wake him up for 3 hours. He said to make sure the Chief resigns by Monday and that there might be prowlers outside.

6:53pm, SW Harrier Cir. Reporting there are prowlers outside, thinks he hears someone in the apartment upstairs. Advising he heard yelling and things thrown around and heard slamming doors. “Said don’t wake me up, I’m going back to sleep.”

10:27pm, SW Harrier Cir. The caller bagan saying “you didn’t wake me up” then said he had just reported a “security breach” and was adamant about being told the Chief or Police’s name, then wanted the dispatcher’s name.

10:34pm, SW Harrier Cir. Reporting he just called “The Chief” and left him a message to call. He is wanting a message sent ASAP to the Chief asking for him to call with his resignation.

MONDAY, December 1 12:50pm, SR 20 The caller’s dog locked his keys in the vehicle. Not running but dog inside and it’s blocking the gas pumps.

8:11pm, NE 16th Ave. Advising she’s having difficulty unlocking her door at location. The caller says it feels like there is a resistance to opening the door and is concerned someone may be inside.

TUESDAY, December 2 2:22am, SR 20 Advising of two subjects having sex in a silver Mazda sedan. They are parked between the building and the shuttle parking lot. The caller advised the subjects in the car knew multiple people could see them.

8:40am, SW For Nugent Ave. Reporting deceased rabbit in middle of road.

1:51pm, SE Pioneer Way Reporting a vehicle just drove through the front of their building.

WEDNESDAY, December 3 2:09am, NE Izett St. Reporting someone out in the parking lot has been pounding on the door. The caller does not want to give her apartment number. Does not know who it is.

Will knock lightly then pound and not saying anything.

Last Wednesday, 7:00pm Freeland Library, Meeting Room, Freeland For details, call Jolene at (360) 331-2113.

Parkinson’s Support Group First Friday, 1:00pm Cherry Hill Club House, Oak Harbor

Fourth Monday, 7:00pm Race Road Fire Station, Coupeville For more information, call (360) 579-5919.

Whidbey Island Childcare Association Second Tuesday, 7:00pm Oak Harbor Lutheran Church, Fellowship Hall, Oak Harbor.

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Singles Bible Study Sunday Nights, 6:00pm-8:30pm Calvary Chapel, Clinton Join us for soup, bread, prayer, and study with other Christian singles. For more information, contact Kathie Warren at (425) 319-2572.

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Soroptimist International of Oak Harbor Every Friday, 7:30am VFW Post 7392, Oak Harbor Cost: $9.50 SIOH is part of the world’s largest service organization, made up of dedicated professionals who provide enhancement to the quality of life through friendship, education, service, advocacy and financial support. Members are committed to bettering humanity locally, nationally and globally for the purpose of making a difference for and advancing the status of women and girls. For questions, please call Wendy at (360) 279-8323 or email sioakharbor@soroptimist.net.

South Whidbey Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group First Tuesday, 10:00am-12:00pm South Whidbey Senior Center, Langley Expanded quarterly workshops TBA. The Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association, Western and Central Washington Chapter, provides emotional, educational, and social support for caregivers of those suffering from memory loss – in a confidential setting. For questions or additional information, contact co-facilitators: Mardell Xavier at (360) 477-5511 or Hestia Laitala at (360) 321-1600.

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

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F s Thursdays, 5:30pm-6:15pm I Bayview Senior Center, Langley Fee: $60 for members, $70 for non-members p a Classes start the first Thursday of each month. e Susan Ishikawa will demonstrate fingerspelling, w numbers and cute phrases. For more information, f contact the instructor at (831) 334-6257 or siso- n leil973@yahoo.com. The South Whidbey Bayview o l Senior Center is located at 14594 SR 525.

S DUI/Underage Drinking m m Prevention Panel f Thursday, December 18, 6:45pm a Hayes Hall, Room 137, SVC, Oak Harbor b Open to all, no late admittance. Required by local o driving schools for driver’s education students f a and parents. For more information, call (360) 672-8219 or visit www.idipic.org.

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W a o The North Whidbey Sportsmen’s Association S e is offering a series of monthly safety classes o to the general public. This class is designed t to present the basic knowledge and skills and l explain the attitude necessary for the safe B handling and storing of guns in the home. The n course will also familiarize participants with a safe gun handling procedures and guidelines i for storing pistols, rifles, and shotguns in the e home. This is a NON-firing course; the empha- N sis is on safe handling, not marksmanship. The cost of the class is $20 and includes a book. “ For questions or to register call NRA instrucH tor John Hellmann at (360) 675-8397 or email s NWSA.Training@gmail.com Additional infor- l mation can be found at www.northwhidbey- b sportsmen.org. The NWSA range is located at i 886 Gun Club Road, off Oak Harbor Road.

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“Not exactly, Nick.� “No?� “Well, there was that exciting moment last week when the blob started moving.� “Our viewers may recall that what Penny calls ‘the blob’ is actually her husband Bill. One of the first things we noticed on this project was that Bill has remained asleep on the couch throughout every step of the remodel. The only exception was the moment Penny is referring to, when it appeared Bill might actually be waking up.� “But he was only turning over.�

Chicken Little & the Astrologer

By Wesley Hallock

The world’s preeminent authority on efficient leisure is the three-toed sloth. Slower even than its two-toed cousin, which is itself slower than Christmas and the proverbial molasses in January, the three-toed sloth is the world’s slowest mammal. No politician balking on a campaign promise has a slower response time.

Sloths spend most of their lives in the trees just hanging out. Literally. They sleep 15 to 20 hours a day while dangling upside down, like Lilith’s funky shower curtain, by their long curved claws from the undersides of tree limbs. But be not deceived by Mr. Sloth’s unambitious appearance. Careful observation reveals him to be busy orchestrating a complete mini-ecosystem from his sleep. Besides being a master dream weaver, the sloth also is, as we will see, a conservationist, organic gardener and communal housing coordinator, all in one. Once a week, the sloth rouses itself to make the slow and arduous journey down its tree to the sloth equivalent of the bathroom. Sloth manure thus deposited on the forest floor contains nutrients, important to the nourishment of the tree in which the sloth hangs out. Even more importantly, sloth manure contains the larvae of moths, which upon hatching fly immediately up to land in the fur of Mr. Sloth. There in the ‘70s style shag carpet that our sloth friend grows in a belly to spineward direction--the better to shed water while hanging upside down–the hungry moths find both food and shelter. In sloth fur the moths live, excrete, die and decay—all to the sloth’s advantage.

From within this living compost pile of sloth fur springs the secret to the sloth’s lifestyle–algae.

It is widely thought that algae-covered fur is the penalty for the sloth’s slowness. Not so. Without algae, the sloth could not live. Sloths groom each other and in the process dine on the algae, which, as any nutritionist or clerk in the health food store will attest, is rich in phosphorus, nitrogen and trace minerals. The added nutrition of algae makes life on a low-quality diet of tree leaves possible for the slender-bodied sloth.

Such poor fare normally requires huge digestive machinery housed in a big body such as a cow, making life in a tree impractical. Add camouflage, the sloths only protection from predators, and algae-covered fur becomes, not a penalty, but a mega-boost allowing his specialized way of life. Not exactly the lifestyle of the rich and famous, but Mr. Sloth in his ingenuity has risen above the rat race.Â

What has any of this to do with the astrologer’s art? Aficionados have likely guessed by now that our trail is meandering toward a discussion of Saturn. They are wrong. Saturn is the planetary equivalent of Mr. Sloth, it is true. It is the planet of death and decay. It is also glacially slow. A task whizzed through in a day by Mercury will labor on for years under Saturn’s unhurried hand.

But sorry, horoscope buffs, our destination is not Saturn’s slowness. Sometimes in astrology, as with Mr. Sloth hanging out in his tree, there is more at work than meets the eye. Up next to explain is the host of TV’s This Old Horoscope, Nick O’Time.Â

“Hi, I’m Nick O’Time. Welcome back to This Old Horoscope! There comes a point in every horoscope renovation when the horoscope owner looks at how much they’ve accomplished and begins to get really excited. Owner Penny Hassle is at that point in remodeling her Jupiter. Right, Penny?�

“And from the looks of it, Bill hasn’t moved since then.� “What can I say? I married a sloth.� “Don’t let appearances discourage you, Penny.

In the bigger picture even sloths serve a higher purpose.� “Keeping the couch warm is hardly a higher purpose.� “Without Bill, you would have no motivation to remodel your Jupiter. He is your leverage point.

Your goal of getting Bill up on his feet and moving through life with you led you to your most important discovery so far–your backward joy faucet that runs cold when it should run hot.

When we discovered that, we took corrective action that worked so well, you were pressing joy into the walls with your bare hands.â€? “I can still press joy—when I feel like it. Right now, I don’t feel like it.â€? “So your joy faucet has gone from hot to lukewarm. Sounds like a faulty thermostat, which we can fix. And we do it like this: Until I tell you otherwise, you are now a light bulb. Got it? A light bulb.â€? Â

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“What kind of light bulb?â€? “Any kind you like. The high beam in Cupid’s pink Corvette. An LED in Cleopatra’s lighted vanity. Whatever. Make it fun.â€? “I am a‌â€? “Go ahead, Penny. Think big.â€? “I’m a blinking light in the red frame of Elton John’s Rocket Man eye glasses.â€? “Great. That’s out there. Now, when you blink on, you are not blinking ordinary light.â€? “I’m not?â€? “No. You are putting out diamond light.

Diamond energy, whatever that means to you.

Pretend you are holding in your hand the Hope Diamond. This walnut-sized gem has been owned and worn through the ages by kings and queens, and is valued at $250 million. It is 45.52 carats of exquisitely faceted deep-blue perfection, Nature’s hardest substance and a billion years in the making. It’s in your hand. Feel its energy.

That raw energy is what you are blinking.� “But the Hope Diamond is said to be cursed.� “Phhht. These are Rocket Man Glasses, Penny.

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“I’m blinking‌Hey! This is kind of fun.â€? “You are exercising your pineal gland and the right side of your brain. This is where the power to create new realities comes from, and it does feel good. Keep blinking your light. And keep your eyes open. This is not meditation.â€?

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Next week: To boldly go where no sloth has gone before.

Wesley Hallock is a professional astrologer, navigating the sea of consciousness since 1982, and an avid connecter of dots. Chicken Little in the 1943 Disney version of the folk tale was the gullible dupe in Foxy Loxy’s scheme to raid the hen house. Connecting dots and dupes and reporting on the result is Wesley’s special delight.

He calls this “the dot nitty gritty.� Send your nitty gritty questions and comments to Wesley at planetbiz4u2@gmail.com. To read past columns of Chicken Little and the Astrologer in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www. whidbeyweekly.com.

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Harlan Lloyd “Sonny” Kostek Harlan Lloyd “Sonny” Kostek, age 78 of Coupeville, WA passed away Friday, November 28, 2014 at Providence Regional Hospital in Everett, WA. Services will be held at a later date.

Sonny was born June 11, 1936 to Joseph and Emma (Focke) Kostek in Kermit, North Dakota. He attended school in Noonan, North Dakota then joined the Army December 7, 1955. At one time he was stationed in Germany and was honorably discharged October 17, 1957.

Sonny was married to Janet Louise Jacobson February 26, 1960 at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Mountlake Terrace, WA. Sonny was a talented man who worked well at several trades, including 25 years at Island County.

Sonny was preceded in death by his parents, one grandson, Tylund and one granddaughter, Jennifer Kostek.

Surviving Sonny are his wife, Janet of Coupeville, WA; Son, Troy (Sherri) of Minot, North Dakota; Daughters, Vonni (Don) Anderson of Crosby, North Dakota, Lisa (Jeff) Wissbrod of Noonan, North Dakota; Tracy (Gary) Lund of Crosby, North Dakota; Sister, Maxine (Lester) Priebe of Minneapolis, Minnesota; 13 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren and several nieces & nephews, and in-laws.

Treva L. Carter Treva L. Carter, 96, of Oak Harbor, Washington ended her earthly journey in the company of family and dear friends November 29, 2014.

Treva Lois Shultz was born September 12, 1918 in Wabash, IN, to parents Clarence F. and Ruth E. Shultz. Her parents were farmers, as were most of those in the community where she spent her youth.

Treva’s passions were art and fashion, with no inclination toward life on a farm. And so, upon graduation from high school in 1936, she departed Indiana for the west coast, accompanied by her mother, to pursue her dreams. Thus began an incredible life’s journey, starting with a crosscountry train trip to San Diego, where she resided with an uncle and worked for a French dressmaker. Under strict orders not to fraternize with sailors, she happened one evening to meet – a sailor, and as she described him, the most handsome man she had ever seen.

Treva married Lester D. “Nick” Carter October 7, 1942, during the dark days of World War II. Nick was a carrier sailor, and Treva soon found herself in the perennial role of a sailor’s wife, awaiting his return home from combat in the Pacific. The Carters’ post-war assignments took the family, which soon included children Christine and James, to duty stations around the world, including Kwajalein Island in the Pacific, and ultimately to Whidbey Island, where they lived on Ebey’s Prairie and then in Oak Harbor. Along the way, Treva obtained a degree in art and costume design from the University of San Diego, and she was well known as a most talented and prolific artist.

Treva was, first and foremost, the ideal Navy wife, and Nick was truly her soul mate. “NickandTreva” was, in fact, one word. She was a loving mother to Christine and James, and adored her grandchildren. In a word, Treva Carter was elegant – in appearance, in heart and soul, and in spirit. And she defined the word gracious.

To all who were privileged to know her, she was a true and welcoming friend, an energetic worker for the causes in which she believed, and strongly anchored by her faith. Her radiant smile set the tone for any gathering, and made countless friends and family members instantly welcome in her home.

Treva was at various times over the years an active member of the Oak Harbor First United Methodist Church, the Navy League of the United States, the Military Officers Association of America, the NAS Whidbey Island Officers Wives Club, the A-3 Skywarrior Association, and the Friends of the Library. Always active and involved in her community, she is credited with creating the Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival, an event which celebrated its 50th anniversary this past summer.

Treva was preceded in death by her parents, by her brothers Ralph and Jack, by her beloved husband of 65 years Nick, and by her son James. She is survived by daughter Christine Broder, granddaughter Julie Broder and grandson Gregory of Shelbyville, KY, by granddaughter Jayme Carter of Bellingham, and granddaughter Ivy Carter and grandson Jak Carter, of Magdalena, NM. She is also survived by the countless persons whose lives she touched on her journey, and who were privileged to call her friend.

A service celebrating Treva’s life will be held at 2 pm Thursday December 11, at the Oak Harbor First United Methodist Church, with Pastor Dave Johnson officiating. A reception will follow the service, in Centennial Hall at the church. Arrangements are entrusted to Burley’s Funeral Chapel. The family suggests donations to the Nick and Treva Carter Scholarship Fund, in support of furthering education in mathematics and the arts. Donations may be made at any Whidbey Island Bank Branch.

Robert D. Watt, Sr. Robert D. Watt, Sr., age 85, passed away November 29, 2014 at his home with his loving family by his side.

He was a World War II veteran.

After service to his country he was employed as a journeyman plumber and an electrical engineer. Robert was a loving and devoted husband and father.

Robert is survived by his wife of 53 years, Patricia E Watt, and by his children Robert D. (Vicki Gillies) Watt, Jr., Belle E. (Andrew) Akins, Melissa J. Haley, John M. (Sherry) Blair, Robert P. (Leslie) Blair, and many, many grandchildren.

A private family Celebration of Life will be held in the spring or summer, 2015, in St. Maries, Idaho. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Wallin Funeral Home. Please visit Robert’s Book of Memories on the funeral home website at www.wallinfuneralhome.com.

Sally E. Foley, age 75, died at Careage of Whidbey, Coupeville, WA December 3, 2014.

She was born March 9, 1939 in Portland, Oregon to Charles and Katherine McGinn.

Sally was raised in Western Oregon and then moved to Ontario, OR where she graduated from high school. At age 16, during a weekend visit to Oregon State in Corvallis with her sister, she met a young student, Roger Foley. Love blossomed and on December 28, 1957, Sally and Roger were married.

Roger began active duty service with the U.S. Army and was sent to Ft. Belvoir, VA. This was the first of 32 active duty station assignments during Roger’s career with the Army. From Ft. Belvoir, they went on to Ft. Bragg, NC, where son Bryan was born. In 1960, Sally returned to Portland to be with her parents as Roger was sent to Korea and son Dennis was born. Returning stateside, the Foley family returned to Ft. Belvoir.

In 1962, the Foleys moved to Vienna, VA while Roger served at the Pentagon and son Benjamin joined the family.

In 1963, the Foley’s received orders to Germany and daughter Shannon was born.

Three years later they returned to the states and Ft. Lewis, WA. One year later Roger was ordered to Vietnam and Sally and the children moved to Fruitland, ID. In 1968, Benjamin was diagnosed with cancer and Roger was brought back to the states and transferred to Ft. Ord, CA. Ben was treated and eventually died from his cancer while the family was living at Fort Ord. The next duty station was Ft. Leavenworth, KS and then on to Boulder, CO where Roger attended graduate school. In 1971, Roger was sent again to Vietnam and the family moved to Boise, ID. In 1972, Roger was sent to the Army Corps of Engineers in Savannah, GA and then on to Ft. Stewart, GA and then back to Ft. Belvoir. During their stay in Georgia, Bryan began his studies at the Citadel.

Roger retired from the Army in 1978 and the family settled in Richland, WA, where Roger was building a nuclear power plant.

From Richland, the family moved to Bellevue, WA and then on to Miami, FL in 1984.

In 1992, Sally moved back to Richland and Roger rejoined her in 1995. In 1996, Sally purchased a home in Coupeville and three years later, this became their permanent home.

Sally was always responsible for coordinating the family moves and gathering the family together and locating housing. She held the family together as they traveled the country. Sally had worked for a time as a counselor and also as a hospice chaplaincy volunteer in Richland. She enjoyed painting and ceramics. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church of Coupeville.

Sally is survived by her husband, Roger at the family home, and by her children and their spouses: Bryan and Kelly Foley of TriCities, WA, Dennis Foley of Houston, TX and Shannon and Michael Kogut of Sultan, WA and one sister Lillis Hoffer of Boise, ID and by five grandchildren and one great grandchild. She was preceded in death by one son Benjamin Foley, by one sister Maryjo and by one brother Charles.

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Tahoma National Cemetery, Kent, WA at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Sally Foley Memorial, c/o Knights of Columbus Charities, P.O. Box 1181, Coupeville, WA 98239. Please visit Sally’s page in the Book of Memories at www.wallinfuneralhome.com to share memories and condolences. Arrangements are entrusted to Wallin Funeral Home & Cremation, LLC, Oak Harbor, WA.

GERALD FIKSE On the evening of December 6, 2014 Gerald Fikse, age 83, passed away peacefully in his sleep at Careage of Whidbey in Coupeville, Washington.

Gerald was born December 21, 1930 in Iowa to Reverend Edward and Ella Fikse. Gerald moved to Oak Harbor as a teenager and married local girl and love of his life, Janet Vander Werfhorst, in 1951.

Gerald and Janet opened Gerald’s Jewelry in 1958. They worked happily, side by side, for nearly 50 years until retiring and passing the reins of the family business on to their son Dave.

Gerald enjoyed golfing, gardening and tending the roses in his yard. During their retirement, Gerald and Janet were able to travel a bit to visit distant brothers and sisters. Gerald had 7 brothers and sisters and they, along with their spouses, were all able to make it for a very memorable and special cruise to Alaska 10 years ago.

Gerald and Janet were extremely loving Grandparents and they loved to attend their grandson’s baseball games. From t-ball though High School, they’d set up their folding lawn chairs and cheer from the sidelines. At age 75, Gerald searched through the woods to find his grandson’s first grand slam home run ball. Gerald had a huge smile on his face as he proudly tossed the ball to the dugout.

Gerald was also an avid Seahawks and Mariners fan. He could tell you about every player, quarter and inning and he watched every game. As a resident of Regency in Oak Harbor, he wore his Seahawks 2014 Superbowl jacket proudly, even on warm summer days. He also loved to sing to the residents and staff. Even in his last days, he would sing hymns in his deep baritone voice with the nurses at Careage.

After 62 years of marriage, Janet passed away in March, 2013. Gerald is survived by his son, Dave and daughter-in-law Jane, his grandsons, Josh, Matt and Ben, of Oak Harbor and his daughter Jerilyn of Bonney Lake. His brothers, Everett, Ed and Gene Fikse, of California were able to come one last time this past September to see their brother. He is also survived by his sisters Grace, Eleanore and Jeannette along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A memorial service for Gerald will be held at Whidbey Presbyterian Church in Oak Harbor December 15 at 2pm. A private family graveside service will precede at Maple Leaf Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made in Gerald’s name to Whidbey Presbyterian Church, 1148 SE 8th Ave., Oak Harbor. Family and friends are encouraged to share memories and condolences at www.whidbeymemorial.com.

Funeral Mass for Sally Foley will be celebrated Saturday, December 13, 2014, 11am at St. Mary Catholic Church, Coupeville with Rev. Paul Pluth, J.C.L. as celebrant. A reception for family and friends will follow the Mass. Rosary will be recited Friday, December 12, 2014, 7pm at St. Mary. Rites of Interment will follow at

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Real Estate/Rentals Rents are $795 for 2-bedroom; $810 for 3-bedroom with attached single car garages. $90 utilities cover water, sewer and garbage. Pets are accepted at an additional $35 per month pet rent. Call GO Realty at (360)679-4646.

Auto/Parts For Sale Whole body fender set for Suzuki 230 quad runner, orange, $75 cash only. (360)632-6202 for info. (1) For Jeep Wrangler: Exhaust headers, stainless steel, #33007075, 4.0 6-cylinder.

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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 Honest, reliable and friendly caregiver looking to assist you with caring for a loved one, housekeeping, errands, shopping, meal preparation. Have a Medical Assistant Certificate and loves pets. Basic cleaning.

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Job Market Hairstylist wanted for booth rental in Freeland Salon, full or part-time. 2 chairs available, must have some of your own clientele. Good location, good parking. Please call (360)3310180 for more info. (6.44) Muk cafe is hiring! Looking for a part time, preferably experienced dishwasher. Accepting applications. Please apply within. (360)321-5270 (6.47)

Health/Fitness Leg Lifters: a simple way to help lift your leg after surgery, for rehab, or help in getting in or out of bed. Brand new,

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Lessons Guitar Lessons! Learn how to play guitar. Beginners welcome, all ages, all styles.

Holiday gift certificates available with FREE lesson, consultation and set up of your guitar. Enjoy the music experience! Call Scott for more info.

(360)675-5470 Piano Lesson! Give the gift of music and engage with quality classical repertoire through Suzuki-inspired pedagogy. All ages and abilities welcome.

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Appliances Keurig K10 Miniplus, brand new in the box, $75. David (360)320-1186 (1) Puzzle 1 (Medium, difficulty rating 0.46)

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Home Furnishings Two large sturdy wood tables with folding wood legs (each table is 5’ x 4.5’). Can be used in combination as a one pingpong table. Can also be used in combination or separately for family holiday gatherings as extra dining tables.

Sage green color with white ping-pong tabletop design.

Tabletops have some paint weathering. Will be sold “as is”, $30 per table or $50 for both. Please leave a message at (360)675-4352 (1) Large Oak table, 2 leaves, 4 chairs. Very good condition, $150. (360)678-6960 (1)

Miscellaneous 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.

Sfinx hand-turned grain mill with hopper. Wonderful for grinding your own healthy grains, nuts, and seeds! Very sturdy, nice condition, made in Czechoslovakia. $65.

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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.

Kerosene heater: Get ready for winter with a Kero-Sun Omni 105 Toyotomi portable kerosene heater with wick life extender function. Heat rating of 20,000 BTU. Moderately used, $65. If interested, please

2 Lowe Alpine Walkabout backpacks, 2100 cu. in.

Brand new, $80; used, $45.

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Animals/Supplies Excellent Grass Hay for Sale Good for Horses. $7 per bale, 20 bale minimum. (360)3211624 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

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Mary Kay brings a wealth of experience as a Board-certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in general medical and cosmetic dermatology --cosmetic treatments include Botox, chemical peels and fillers. We welcome Mary Kay into our family. You will enjoy her warmth and skillful attention to your needs. She is now accepting new patients at both our Coupeville and Freeland offices.

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If you have lived on Whidbey Island for any length of time you have likely driven past Burley Funeral Chapel in Oak Harbor or Visser Funeral Home in Langley. I don’t know about you, but more often than not I try not to think about why they are there. And yet, the reality is, we need them. There will be a time when we will need the services funeral homes provide. So what do we do? How do we know where to go? What has to be done?

When I met Douglas Colwell I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect. You hear Funeral Director and images of a solemn, serious character pop into your head. I was met with a warm smile, and there is something about his presence, his sincerity and his humility that had me feeling like I was visiting with an old friend. Douglas took over as Manager recently but he is no stranger to the field. He began his journey in 1978, and after working in Southern California, Las Vegas, Seattle and San Francisco, when opportunity presented, he requested to come back to the Pacific Northwest. Douglas oversees Burley Funeral Chapel and Visser Funeral Home, both Dignity Memorial providers.

When asked, he said he somehow always knew this was his calling.

Douglas enjoys being able to help others. Whether it’s working with families on preplanning, providing Continued Education Credits to Hospice workers through his “Demystifying the Funeral Experience� seminar, or helping with referrals to various support groups, Douglas is often rewarded for his efforts with a grateful hug.

COME SEE US AT OUR With two chapels serving both ends of Whidbey Island, Burley Funeral Chapel and VissNEW LOCATION! Courtesy Integrity Perseverance Self-Control Indomitable Spirit Teaching Life Skills & Self-Defense

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er Funeral Home are committed to the communities they serve. This weekend both locations will host Candlelight Services of Remembrance. On Saturday, December 13, at 2:00pm, Burley Funeral Chapel will have words of encouragement by Linda Haddon and music by guest soloist Mark Burley. On Sunday, December 14, at 2:00pm, Visser Funeral Home will have special music, the reading of names and words of comfort.

Having two chapels also allows people to make arrangements at one location while providing services at the other. No matter where you live or work on Whidbey Island both Burley Funeral Chapel, located at 30 SE Ely Street in Oak Harbor, or Visser Funeral Home, located at 432 3rd Street in Langley, are there for you in your time of need.

For more information, Burley Funeral Chapel can be reached at (360) 675-3192 or www.burleyfuneralchapel.com. Visser Funeral Home can be reached at (360) 221-6600 or www.visserfuneralhome.com.

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