Whidbey Weekly, November 5, 2015

November 5 - November 11, 2015

Whidbey Playhouse Presents

November 6th thru 22nd Gala Opening Night with Appetizers and a cash bar, catered by Flyers Restaurant!

The classic play by

James Goldman Directed by Stan Thomas Produced by Allenda Jenkins Academy Award Winner in 1968!

“Marvelously articulate language, with humor that bristles and burns” Los Angeles Times More Local Events inside

Exciting dark comedy showcases England’s Royal Family circa 1183 A.D. Produced by Special Arrangement with Samuel French Inc.

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Tickets $18 • www.whidbeyplayhouse.com 360-679-2237 730 SE Midway Blvd • Oak Harbor

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Lighting up Oak Harbor Oak Harbor epitomizes small town living. It is perfectly situated on Whidbey Island, which in turn is safely nestled inside the straits of Juan De Fuca, affording residents and visitors the most glorious views imaginable.

Panoramic stills can be taken in by the naked eye, capturing the Olympic Mountains, the ocean in her blue beautiful glory, the pine trees which grow so proudly up towards the sky, and then we come to rest our eyes on the quaintness and warmth of Oak Harbor. It is like inhaling that deep, invigorating breath of sublime beauty on the drive in to town, and exhaling on the comforting welcome our beautiful little city provides.

With Fall having graced us with her presence, bringing with her all the delights highlighting its very essence, Christine Cribb, Executive Director of the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce, would like to invite business owners all over our extraordinary city to make their establishments even more inviting than what they already are, and help illuminate the heart and soul of the city by ‘Lighting Up Oak Harbor.’

Taking a drive by the centrally located Chamber of Commerce, it’s easy to be drawn in by the building’s visual appeal. The area is landscaped to perfection, the parking lot wonderfully mapped out, and most importantly to draw the eye to her charm, clear lights were thoughtfully placed on and around the building, by Jeff Mack, owner of Whidbey Jeweler (formerly Island Jewelers).

Following suit with the adornment of lights on the Chamber of Commerce, Christine has received an overwhelmingly positive response from residents, visitors and business owners about the look and feel the lights lend to the property. Christine’s admirable tenacity with which she strives to showcase all the positive attributes of Oak Harbor and all the businesses which help make the city prosperous,

is utterly infectious. Thus far, no less than 25 businesses have hopped on board the ‘Lighting up Oak Harbor’ train, and now decorate their buildings with lights to draw people in, and irradiate the spirit of the city.

By hanging clear lights on buildings it creates an ambience second to none, and provides revelers with an unparalleled experience, and not just in terms of shopping. Thanks to Jeff Mack, who has been lighting his business for 15 years, we are all able to see just how much more beautiful Oak Harbor can be in this chilly, festive season. Mr. Mack and his wife take pride in both their home and business properties, and as the owner of Whidbey Jeweler, his expertise in the area of the best shopping experience is of such

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a high caliber, no one will leave his establishment disappointed with both the warm welcome they receive, and the services rendered there. Jeff comes from a long line of Jewelers, starting with his mother and father who owned Jewelry stores in Oregon, and Idaho. Jeff himself is a master goldsmith of 40 years and a GIA graduate Gemologist.

His knack for being able to create such a wonderful environment can be seen in his on point attention to detail both inside and outside his establishments. He knows the value of his customers, and shows appreciation for them by making their shopping experience truly remarkable. Jeff’s ability to use light to highlight his fine jewelry is carried over into his love for the community and desire for each and every business owner to prosper and support one another.

When winter days are longer, and sometimes bring with it mother nature’s showers and grey skies, what better way is there to break through some of the gloom winter brings, than with clear lights, sending inviting vibes out to passersby. Those visitors who may have just been passing through might even be tempted to stop, park the car, and indulge in the full experience Oak Harbor has to offer. The lights are beacons which welcome people into stores, encouraging them to shop from our honored and celebrated local business owners. This way shoppers are able to take away something from this magnificent little city no amount of money can buy, and that is; memories, experience and nostalgia of the best kind for years to come.

Why not let your business be one to help seal those lovingly inside the reminiscences of all who visit Oak Harbor? Lights are the first step in creating optimal customer involvement, and many merchants throughout town sell clear lights, timers, and extension cords.

The timers make the lighting effortless, so you can sit back and watch as foot traffic increases through your doors.

The inspiration behind Jeff’s vision to support his brethren business owners is palpable, and especially so in the way he treats customers, some of whom have been shopping with him for 20 years. His customers are a top priority, and this season he celebrates them by running a special drawing every Friday for twelve weeks. At Whidbey Jeweler, if you happen to peruse the immaculate displays and gorgeous items for sale, you will also be able to enter a drawing for a chance to win some of the loveliest pieces of craftsmanship in the Jewelry trade. All you need to do is stop in at Whidbey Jeweler, fill out an ‘Enter to Win’ tab, and each Friday from now until Christmas, Chamber Director Christine will draw out a name from all the entries. The winner is then announced on the Chamber’s Facebook page and they have a week to claim their lavish prize!

Let’s inspire tourists and residents alike to shop local, encourage economic growth, support each other, and really get into the spirit of things by strengthening the bonds within the community. Lighting up your property will have progressive and constructive knock on effect, which will reverberate far and wide. It will be felt in the memories made by shoppers and by the prosperity and good fortune business owners can take home with them. Add a little light, and bring a wealth of life to Oak Harbor!

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Usually, when I begin writing this column, I have a sentence in mind with which to begin. Maybe because I am sitting in another person's kitchen, in someone else's house, listening to the ringing in my ears and strange traffic sounds from the outdoors, I am unable to think of anything to discuss.

Well, that did not last long. Looking at the calendar on the kitchen wall, papered with scenes of farmlands, streams, trees, cows, ducks, and apples, I almost feel like I am standing near the intersection of Main and Terry in Coupeville, staring at the empty parking lot of Ebey Bowl, wondering where and when I will have my next baby deviled egg.

Rebecca, now bartending and serving happy customers at the Freeland Cafe, used to wait on me at Ebey Bowl when I would drive up for a burger, fries, and a baby deviled egg.

Crossing over Can you imagine being a baby deviled egg?

While I am not smitten on reincarnation, should it be a reality, my last choice, or maybe next to last choice, would be to return as a baby deviled egg. Given the indeterminate life span, without possibility of even crossing the road as an adult chicken, being a baby deviled egg would be tough.

No where to go, until that moment of one's desire, as the refrigerator is opened, and the tray removed.

No where to hide, until that moment of one's desire, as the baby deviled eater opens mouth to insert egg.

No hope for the future, until the egg is digested, spreading joy-filled nutrition throughout the consumer's bloodstream, possibly fueling an idea in consciousness that will become another object, another cause, another effect.

Who knows, maybe I am now one with the baby deviled egg I used to be.

World texting During the first two World Series games at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, my airplane travel prevented my seeing the games. However, being a Royals baseball fan on a mission, I had previously contacted T via text to ask her if she would text me score updates which I might retrieve somewhere at a future baggage claim.

The possibility of receiving baseball updates on my flip phone reminded me of the excitement I felt at KGRL radio in Bend, Oregon, when our news diva, Marla Rae, would rip the Associated Press or United Press International news feeds from her typewriter sounding machines to read flawlessly the breaking news of the moment.

Marla left radio in the 80s' to become an assistant to the then Lt. Governor of Oregon. Marla was amazing in any role she chose. Powerful people excite me. I hope to be one some day.

If I keep eating power bars and having power lunches, my dream may come true, the dream of becoming a Power Ranger.

I hope to be someday, a purple Power Ranger, with a purple Zord, so I can be fully feng-shued with lots of cold cash for travel. It would be great to go back in time, and zoom into Kow Korner in Oak Harbor for double cheeseburger Wednesdays. Oh, do I miss Kow Korner.

Moo hoo.

Bacitracin or Neosporin?

When you have an owie, which zinc ointment do you prefer for fast relief? My sister Linna, not to be confused with my sister Linda, prefers the zinc of Bacitracin to the shores of Neosporin.

It was quite eye-opening to me to read the small print on the one ounce net weight, green and white tube of zinc and white petrolatum.

Why do the manufacturers list inactive ingredients?

If white petrolatum is being inactive, why include it?

Whidbey Weekly When we were kids, any one on the team who was inactive, stayed home. Many stayed home to watch Spin and Marty on Walt Disney. Some stayed home to watch their moms iron clothes while watching Kate Smith sing about the moon coming over the mountain.

That song always bothered me as we had no mountains in central Ohio, just Indian mounds.

If you prefer Bacitracin to Neosporin, please let me know. The person with the best first aid antibiotic ointment story will be featured in an upcoming On Track, and if cash flow permits, a flavored milkshake of your choice, from Island Drug Cafe, in Oak Harbor, or a location of suitable substitute within an area zip code.

Yo Grit Like many senior citizens, I find myself reading food labels to be certain I am not ingesting any items which may cause confusion. Over the years, processed foods have become even more processed, assuring my need to process all of the information.

Whenever I eat any processed food which includes corn starch or modified food starch, my marching orders will include a Benadryl drill. Don't leave home without them.

Yogurt is an allegedly healthy food item, but riddled with corn starch to thicken the ingredients. Even Martha White's All-Purpose Flour does not work for yogurt thickening.

Our grocery store refrigerated shelves are filled with yogurt choices. Now we have Greek yogurts made in New Berlin, N.Y. How New York got to be Greek is Greek to me. Let me know what yogurt you prefer. At least this Chobani Greek yogurt I just spilled on my laptop is easy to lick.

Supreme Court Change While eavesdropping at Subway in our local Wally World, I overheard a few folks enjoying their non-espresso coffee. This fearless foursome was commiserating on possible personnel changes to the U.S. Supreme Court after the next presidential election. Join with me now as we return to that moment of musings.

“So, Wes, what do you think? If Trump wins, you think he will appoint Judge Joe Brown to the U.S.Supreme Court, or Judge Judy?”

“Both. I would can anyone over sixty years old and start fresh. Get a whole new batch of narrow-minded judges to tell us how to live.” “ Wes, this is not a game show. This is serious.

Who would you like to see appointed, Judge Joe Brown or Judge Judy?”

“We, if you are talking personalities, neither.

Give me Judge Jeanine Pirro, Judge Christina, Judge Hatchett, Judge Mathis, Judge Lynn Toler, Judge Milian or Judge Alex.”

“Wow, Wes, you sure know your judges.”

“Like the good book says, Bob, judge not lest ye be judged, or lest ye know a judge.”

It was at that moment I got up from eavesdropping to go check my blood pressure.

While doing so, at 140 over 90, I said a prayer for myself, and Judge Wopner. May we all join hands together, calmly and quietly, at the blood pressure measuring machine.

Peanut Brittle Only two more weeks until we get our shipment of homemade peanut brittle from Faith United Methodist Church in Elkhart, Indiana.

Our Aunt Betty used to order it by the pallet for Christmas gifts. Now that Aunt Betty has joined Uncle Al outside the Elkhart area, it is now up to the kids to continue her peanut brittle presents.

Like our family, each piece is individually cracked.

Have a great Guy Fawkes Day. Celebrate without incident, but, do it loudly!

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Get Your Tickets Today!

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When the Whidbey Playhouse opened its doors in 1966, LBJ was president and the Beatles “Rubber Soul” album was at the top of the charts.

Join us for our Golden Anniversary Celebration!

50th Anniversary Party Chief Petty Officers’ Club January 30, 2016 Tickets are available at the Whidbey Playhouse and the Wind & Tide Bookstore in Oak Harbor.

For more information, call 360-679-2237 or email office@whidbeyplayhouse.com

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Bits & Pieces Tickets on Sale Now for The Lion in Winter The Whidbey Playhouse 50th Anniversary celebration continues with Lion in Winter opening November 6. Director Stan Thomas presents the 1968 Academy Award winning historical drama that was last performed at the Whidbey Playhouse in 1974.

In 1168, King Henry II’s estranged and imprisoned Queen, Eleanor (played by Ingrid Schwalbe), is “invited” to join Henry (played

by Ben Honeycutt) and their sons for the holidays. Their sons are Richard the Lion-Hearted, a blood-thirsty soldier (played by Nate Edmiston), Geoffrey a self-serving diplomat (played

by Jerry Wible), and John, the self-centered teen-ager (played by Kyle Caporgno). Also invited is Henry’s mistress, Princess Alais (played by Anna Schenck), and her brother, King Philip of France (played by Chris Barrett).

Completing the cast are Ron Wilhelm, Alex Grassman, Myla Vojtecky, Chris Nava, Matt Woodcock, Joan- Marie Gerth, Geri Thomas and Maxine Caldera. Come watch Henry try to balance one against the other in an attempt to ensure that the kingdom that he built will survive his death in this immensely entertaining, sharp and witty lesson from history.

The Lion in Winter opens Friday, November 6.

Opening Night is a special event catered by Flyers Restaurant. Performances of The Lion in Winter are every Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm with Sunday matinees at 2:30pm starting Friday, November 6 through Sunday, November 22.

The Whidbey Playhouse offers special discounts for military members, senior citizens, students, groups of ten or more and even greater discounts for groups of 30 or more.

For more information, contact The Whidbey Playhouse, located at 730 SE Midway Blvd, by phone at (360) 679-2237 or visit www.whidbeyplayhouse.com.

[Submitted by Whidbey Playhouse]

Whidbey General Construction Update - Utility Work to Begin on Birch Street Progress continues on Whidbey General’s new inpatient wing building project. On Monday, November 9, utility work along Birch Street south of the hospital will begin. This work is estimated to take about three weeks. Standard work hours are 7:00am to 5:30pm, Monday through Friday, and 7:00am to 7:00pm on Saturday. Long-term lane closures are not anticipated during this phase of work.

While there will be intermittent lane closures, one lane will always be open and access to local businesses will be maintained, with flaggers on site to direct pedestrian and vehicular traffic.

[Submitted by Patricia Duff, Whidbey General Hospital and Clinics]

Autumn on Whidbey - Wine, Spirits & Art Tour The harvests have been coming in for several weeks, with lots of grapes being crushed and pressed for some wonderful wines to come.

The weather is changing and things will soon settle back for the fall and winter months.

The annual harvest event takes place November 7 and 8 this year, and tasting rooms are open for the tour from 11:00am to 5:00pm each day, all with local art to show and several with artists in action to view along with the tastings. Some tasting rooms offer food and live music as well.

This is also a good time to stock up, for not only are many wineries offering specials, the Whidbey Island Vintners and Distillers Association offers an annual “Case Card” special for the event, so when you purchase a case of 12 non-discounted wines at multiple participating wineries you can get two free tickets to the Red Wine & Chocolate event that takes place each February. Dates for 2016 are February 6 & 7 and 13 & 14. It’s also a great incentive to get wines for the holidays.

Postma. “College isn’t for everyone; we have a lot of needs as a community that can be filled without a degree.

Tickets for the tour are $20 in advance or $25 days of and are available at the participating venues (Comforts of Whidbey, Spoiled Dog Winery, Blooms Winery Tasting Room, Whidbey Island Distillery and Holmes Harbor Cellars) or by going online to www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1577923. For more information, call (360) 321-0515 or visit the association website at www.whidbeyislandvintners.org.

Participating students must be in grades 9-12, though they will come from home school programs as well as traditional public schools.

More information about the Challenge and the students competing can be requested from Sami Postma, Program Director, (360) 678-6889 or icedc@whidbey.net.

[Submitted by Virginia Bloom]

Deck the Doors in Langley Calling on artists to decorate downtown Langley shops and possibly win big cash prizes. The Langley Main Street Association invites artists to go wild with imagination and holiday cheer and help Deck the Doors to create a beautiful holiday outdoor gallery.

Three winners will be chosen by an impartial panel of judges, each will receive a $1,000 prize.

Deck the Doors, a Langley tradition, helps brighten the town for the holidays and rewards artists for their talents. Last year, decorations were found on over 40 shops throughout downtown, some featured all hand-­‐crafted decorations, many used imaginative materials to reflect the theme of the shop, others brought humor and smiles. The biggest winners were the visitors to town who enjoyed the displays. Doors must be ready for judging by Wednesday, November 25. Winners will be announced on December 19 at Boy and Dog Park, where the winner of the Langley Chamber $1,000 shopping spree will also be announced.

If interested email mainstreet@whidbey.com for more details. Merchants can contact their favorite artists or receive a list of interested artists from Langley Main Street, or be their own artists.

[Submitted by Lorinda Kay, Langley Main Street Association]

High Schoolers Get Real-World Business Experience in the Student Entrepreneur Challenge This November, the Island County Economic Development Foundation (EDF) will host the first annual Student Entrepreneur Challenge.

High school students on Whidbey and Camano Islands, as well as Stanwood, will be exposed to what it means to be an entrepreneur.

The Student Entrepreneur Challenge is a competition designed to give students realworld business experience by writing a business plan, recruiting investors, and actively selling a product or service for one week.

Teams of three to five students will choose their product or service based on a number of factors, including skills and local demand. Each team will be paired with a business mentor from their local community, to guide them through the Challenge and advise them on important decisions.

The profit from each team’s business will serve as a fundraiser for that team’s school club of choice. The team with the highest profit at the end of the competition will receive an in-school scholarship of $250 that can be applied to competition fees, school equipment, or other academic pursuits. Additional prizes include $100 per student for most creative business, and $100 per student for best use of Sno-Isle Libraries resources.

“The whole aim of this Challenge is to show the students that they can do something with their lives, and they can do it right here and right now,” notes Program Director Sami

“The EDF, their teachers at school, the sponsors of the Challenge, the individuals who have agreed to mentor teams, the customers that shop from them during the week of sales… The entire community around them wants them to succeed. This Challenge will put the tools in their hands, and give them the confidence to do that.”

[Submitted by Sami Postma, Program Director]

Orcas with Six New Calves Due to Arrive in Puget Sound After spending most of the summer in the San Juan Islands and Georgia Strait, Southern Resident orca pods are likely to show up any day now venturing south into Puget Sound for the fall and early winter months. They typically travel down Admiralty Inlet to south of Vashon Island chasing chum salmon runs beginning in October. And this year, there will be six new family members with them, the newest being J53, first observed October 25. After two and a half years with no new calves being born to this endangered community of orcas, these six new orca calves are a welcome delight and Orca Network looks forward to seeing them swimming into Puget Sound this season.

The mammal-eating Transient (Biggs) orcas are also often seen year round in Puget Sound; and for the last several months there have been six to eight Humpback whales feeding in the inland waters, a sign of their population increasing and repopulating historic habitat.

Since the 2005 Federal listing of the Southern Resident Orcas under the Endangered Species Act, Orca Network has been assisting NOAA Fisheries and the Center for Whale Research to help track the orcas’ winter travels in Puget Sound and along the outer coast.

Orca Network has trained over 50 volunteer whale observer/naturalists from Island, Snohomish, King, Kitsap, Pierce, and Thurston counties. “Our volunteers are provided with up to date ID guides and information to share with others while viewing whales from the shoreline, to educate about the orcas, their habitat, and prey,” said Whale Sighting Network Coordinator Alisa Lemire Brooks.

This time of year offers wonderful opportunities to observe orcas from the many miles of shoreline on Whidbey Island, the Kitsap and Olympic Peninsulas, and the inland waters of Puget Sound. For fifteen years, Orca Network’s Whale Sighting Network has encouraged whale watching from shore, or from Washington State Ferries in the inland waters.

The Orca Network website shows recent whale sightings as well as archives back to 2001, and now includes the new Sighting Viewpoints map for volunteers and citizens to use to see whales from land-based viewpoints around the Sound, with descriptions of over 100 public viewing locations and directions to help find them.

The map, based on a Google map that can be zoomed in to each location, can be accessed from www.orcanetwork.org/Viewpoints. html. The map and current sightings are also displayed at Orca Network’s Langley Whale Center, at their new location, 115 Anthes Avenue, Langley.

Observers can help by calling in any whale sighting immediately, and when possible, photographing the whales to help provide IDs. Whale reports may be called in to the toll-free number: 1-866-ORCANET, emailed to info@ orcanetwork.org, or posted on Orca Network Facebook page: www.facebook.com/OrcaNetwork.

Whale sightings from the public provide critical

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information about the travels of the whales, and timely reports enable Orca Network to alert researchers who can then obtain photo identification and prey and fecal samples from the whales during their visits into Puget Sound.

Please include the species, location, time, direction of travel, and approximate number of whales. Also include any behaviors you may observe (breaching, spy-hops, feeding, etc).

All sightings are in turn shared with researchers, agencies, and the public through Orca Network’s Whale Sightings email list, website, Facebook and Twitter pages, and at the Langley Whale Center.

The Whale Sighting Network, Langley Whale Center and Orca Network website and Facebook page also provide up to date information on the latest research and issues related to orcas, salmon, other cetaceans and their habitats, along with federal whale watching regulations and Be Whale Wise guidelines for viewing marine mammals ( www.BeWhaleWise.org).

To be on the Whale Sighting Network email list and receive whale sighting information to improve your chances of observing whales off the shoreline, sign up at: www.orcanetwork. org.

Orca Network’s Howard Garrett says, “We are very fortunate to live in a place where we can look out from nearby shorelines and see those majestic black fins parting the waters.

Nowhere else in the world are not just one, but two completely different types of orcas seen regularly from shore in populated areas.

We are thankful for the hundreds of citizens who report sightings each year, providing valuable data to help in recovery efforts for the endangered Southern Resident orcas.”

[Submitted by Orca Network]

Island County Commissioners to Discuss 2015 Conservation Futures Projects The Island County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will hold a public hearing at 10:15am on Tuesday, November 10 in the County Commissioners hearing room located at 1 NE 6th Street, Coupeville. At the public hearing, the applicants for proposed projects will make presentations about their projects and answer questions from the BOCC. The BOCC will also take public comment about the proposed projects.

The proposed projects include: 1. Project Name: Fakkema Farm Conservation Easement Acquisition Sponsor: Whidbey Camano Land Trust Amount: $500,000 in 2015 and $500,000 in 2016 2. Project Name: Lone Lake Working Lands – Phase 1 – Conservation Easement Acquisition Sponsor: Whidbey Camano Land Trust Amount: $165,000 3. Project Name: Dugualla Lake Conservation Easement Acquisition Sponsor: Whidbey Camano Land Trust Amount: $30,000 4. Project Name: Dillon Property Acquisition Sponsor: Island County - Parks Amount: $85,000 5. Project Name: Iverson Preserve Noxious Weed Management Sponsor: Island County Noxious Weed Control Board Amount: $19,549 in 2016 and $18,337 in 2017 Documents related to these proposed projects may be found at http://www.islandcounty.net/ GSA/cff.html .

For more information contact Don Mason, CFF Program Coordinator at Island County General Services Administration, (360) 679-7379.

[Submitted by Don Mason, Program Coordinator, Island County General Services Administration]

Hearts & Hammers Looking for Homes to Repair for May 7, 2016 Workday Now is the time to apply for help for your home. Hearts & Hammers is looking for homes to repair for their annual workday, this year on May 7, 2016. Since 1994 this volunteer organization has repaired hundreds of homes,

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On one of the largest community work days, over 400 volunteers gather to bring whatever repairs and renovations are possible within the scope of a one-day work party. Last year, over 32 homes received help accomplishing tasks from carpentry, repairing floors and decks, replacing windows and doors to clean up and trash removal. It is a day of volunteering for plumbers and electricians, gardeners and just regular folks who come to lend a helping hand. Priority is given to health and safety concerns at no cost to the homeowner because of the generous support of the community. This is also possible because of donations of labor and materials from many local businesses and the efforts of hundreds of local volunteers.

“As we enter our 23rd year it is good to see that so many volunteers, with help from community resources, keep home owners safe and healthy in their homes,” said Ross Godwin, President of Hearts & Hammers. “ It is not just the homeowners who appreciate the help, according to Godwin, volunteers gain a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction having an opportunity to help their community.

The volunteer kick-off will begin with a spaghetti dinner on Friday, February 12 at the Langley United Methodist Church, starting early this year from 4:30pm to 7:30pm. The gathering provides a delicious dinner for only $5, and an opportunity to sign-up for the work day and connect with old and new friends.

If you are a homeowner and would like to be considered for help, visit www.heartsandhammers.com or call (360) 221-6063. A Hearts and Hammers board member will be in touch.

For emergency needs that can’t wait for the annual workday, call right away. Financial donations to help continue this work can be made through the web site or mailed to PO Box 694, Langley, WA 98260.

[Submitted by Baz Stevens]

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You may be quite willing to plan an investment strategy for your retirement years. After all, it can be enjoyable to think about traveling the world, pursuing your hobbies or participating in any of the activities you’ve associated with an active retirement. However, once you do retire, you’ll need to “shift gears” somewhat to focus on your legacy. Specifically, to protect your loved ones and ensure your intentions are clear and carried out, you’ll need to do some more planning – and you’ll need to share your thoughts with your family.

Here are some moves to consider: • List your assets and debts. Your family needs to be aware of your assets and debts, so share this information with them while you are alive and well.

• Create a durable power of attorney. Give a trusted friend or family member a durable power of attorney to pay bills and make financial choices on your behalf if you are unable to do so.

• Choose an executor. An executor is the person or entity you name in your will to carry out your wishes. An executor has a variety of responsibilities, so pick someone who is honest and capable of dealing with legal and financial matters. Talk with an attorney about how best to name your executor.

• Update your will. You might have written a will many years ago, but, over time, many aspects of your life may have changed. Review your will with your attorney to ensure it reflects your current wishes.

• Review benefits of a living trust. A simple will may not be enough to accommodate your estate-planning needs. You might want to consider establishing a living trust, which provides you with significant flexibility in distributing your assets and can help you avoid the time-consuming, expensive and public process of probate. To create a trust or other estate-planning documents, you will need to work with a qualified legal professional.

• Review your beneficiary designations. The beneficiary designations on your financial accounts (401(k), IRA, etc.) and your insurance policies can even supersede the directions on your will, so it’s essential that you update these designations to reflect events such as divorce and remarriage. And make sure your beneficiaries have the facts they need to claim their benefits.

• Share location of your legal documents. Your loved ones should know where you keep documents such as your birth certificate, will and living trust. If you keep these items in a safe deposit box, tell your family where you keep the key.

• Encourage two-way communication. It’s obviously necessary to communicate your final wishes to your family members – but listen to their wishes and concerns, too. For example, ask your children to agree on who gets those objects of special concern to them, such as furniture, mementos and heirlooms.

As you can see, you’ll need to take several steps to fulfill your intentions – and the above list is certainly not exhaustive. So plan carefully, engage the appropriate team – financial advisor, attorney, tax professional – and put your plans in motion. By being proactive, you can greatly ease the burden on your loved ones in the future.

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Congratulation to Kristi Thompson, the third winner of Whidbey Jeweler’s 12 Weeks of Christmas giveaway. Beginning October 9, Whidbey Jeweler is giving away an item each week until Christmas. Stop by Whidbey Jewelers at 1421 SW Barlow Street, Tuesday through Saturday, to enter for a chance to win (no purchase necessary). For more information, call (360) 679-1800 or visit www.whidbeyjeweler.com.

Aquatic Therapy has been added to the types of skilled therapy available at Rue and Primavera Occupational/Hand and Physical Therapy for patient care. The benefits of the properties of water can greatly assist with: increased tolerance to weight bearing, ease of movement with strengthening activities, improving posture, decreasing pain with movement, and improving balance and coordination. Aquatic Therapy can provide a new level of independence and confidence as the gains made in the pool transfer over into every day activities. The care giver staff at Rue & Primavera is pleased to be able to offer this treatment option for their clients. The Aquatic Therapy sessions will be over seen by the Physical Therapists, and conducted by Janet Wardell, PTA. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (360) 279-8323.

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Calling All Artists! Deck The Doors Langley Main Street Association is looking for artists to decorate downtown shops doors & windows Three winners will be selected by a panel of judges Three artists will each win $1,000!

Entries must be ready by Nov 25th email your interest to mainstreet@whidbey.com

SANTA IS COMING TO OUR HOUSE!

December 5th, 2015 ~ 1:00pm - 4:00pm Come celebrate the 4th Anniversary of the Freeland Habitat Store Enjoy Treats, Drinks & In-Store Specials.

Have your picture taken with Santa ~ furry friends welcome (with a minimum $5.00 donation) 1592 Main Street • Freeland • 360-331-6272

Oak Harbor Lutheran “Lydia’s Circle” Cordially invites you to our

3rd ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR November 14 9:00am to 2:00pm Holiday Shopping Made Easy!

Holiday Decor • Knitted Items Handcrafted Items • Jewelry Grannie’s Attic • Bake Sale Coffee • Tea Oak Harbor Lutheran Church 1253 NW 2nd Ave • Oak Harbor (across from Oak Harbor High School)

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Uncommon Threads 2015 Friday, November 6, 10:00am-7:00pm Saturday, November 7, 10:00am-3:00pm Greenbank Farm, Greenbank Whidbey Weavers Guild Annual Show & Sale includes: basketry, braiding, dyeing, felting, jewelry, knitting, spinning, weaving and more.

For more information, visit www.whidbeyweaversguild.org

First Friday @ The Farm Friday, November 6, 5:00pm-8:0pm Greenbank Farm, 865 Wonn Road, Greenbank Cost: Free Join the merchants at Greenbank for a First Friday celebration. Visit the 3 art galleries and try a wine in the wine shop. The Rob Schouten Gallery will be featuring Fine Art in the Season of light—a selection of gifts from their 30 Gallery artists. Raven Rocks Gallery will be celebrating their 7th Anniversary with Treasures of the Season.

The Artworks will be showing pottery by Marcia Muchnick and acrylic paintings by Barbara Marks.

Island County Museum Auction & Dinner Friday, November 6, 6:00pm Oak Harbor Elks Lodge Live and silent auctions help support your Island County Museum. There will be a tasty dinner and brief program honoring Coupeville’s Mayor Nancy Conard and Janice Vaughn.

Tickets are $75 (table discounts). Call (360) 678-3310 for more information.

The Lion in Winter Fridays, November 6, 13 & 20, 7:30pm Saturdays, November 7, 14 & 21, 7:30pm Sundays, November 8, 15 & 22, 2:30pm Thursdays, November 12 & 19, 7:30pm Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor The Whidbey Playhouse 50th Anniversary Celebration continues with Lion in Winter.

Don’t miss your opportunity to see this a critically acclaimed classic drama that was last performed at The Whidbey Playhouse in 1974.

This year’s production opens Friday, November 6. Opening Night is a special event catered by Flyers Restaurant. For additional information, call 679-2237, or visit whidbeyplayhouse.com.

4th Annual Oak Harbor Veterans Day Parade Saturday, November 7, 11:00am Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor Rain or shine, the parade will start at the corner of Midway Blvd & Pioneer Way and will head West down Pioneer Way ending in front of Ace Hardware. A two air plane Fly Over is scheduled to start the parade that will include numerous active duty military personnel, retired military members from different military events as well as State and local government officials. For more information, please contact Terry Lacey at (360) 257-1390 or email laceytdl@comcast.net.

SPIN Café Fundraising Dinner Saturday, November 7, 6:00pm-9:00pm Coupeville Rec Hall, 901 NW Alexander St A special dinner to benefit SPIN Café. Tickets are $50 per person and are available at bayleaf, Branch Business Services, Collage, and Washington Federal. This event is sponsored

by Serendipity Catering. For additional information, contact SPIN Café at (360) 682-5949 or email vivianrdecker@gmail.com.

Kitsch ‘n Bitch “Oysterfest”

Star Party

Saturday, November 7, 7:30pm Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, Langley Tickets: $15

Friday November 13, begins at dark Fort Nugent Park, Oak Harbor

Hosted by Sue Frause with special guests “Oyster Bill” Whitbeck and Kevin Lungren.

Online tickets available at www.wicaonline.org or call (360) 221-8268. Whidbey Island Center for the Arts is located at 565 Camano Ave.

8th Annual Community Potluck Sunday, November 8, 4:00pm-6:30pm Crocket Barn, Coupeville Presented by the Trust Board of Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve and the Friends of Ebey’s. Harvest season has arrived and it is time to come together to enjoy good food and good friends at the biggest community potluck of the year! Bring a dish to share, along with your own plates and utensils.

Are you known for a particularly beautiful dessert? Enter it in the dessert beauty contest, judged by appearance only. “Judges Favorite” and “People’s Choice” awards will be given.

Beer and wine will be available. The potluck is free and open to the public. For more information, call (360) 678-6633 or email FriendsOfEbeys@Gmail.com

Free Day at Washington State Parks Wednesday, November 11 Day-use visitors will not need a Discover Pass to visit state parks. Please note, free days apply only to day use (not overnight stays or rented facilities). A Discover Pass is still required to access lands managed by the Washington state departments of Natural Resources and Fish & Wildlife on these days. Sno-Park permits are still required on free days at designated Sno-Parks during the winter season. Visit parks.wa.gov for more information.

Veterans Day Pancake Breakfast Wednesday, November 11, 8:00am-10:00am Harbor Tower Village, Oak Harbor In honor of those who have valiantly fought to defend our country, Harbor Tower Village invites all active duty service members and veterans to its free annual breakfast buffet.

They will be offering a scrumptious array of food including buttermilk pancakes, bacon, sausage, eggs and assorted fresh fruits. For more information, contact Program Coordinator Arielle Corrin at (360) 675-2569 or ariellec@villageconcepts.com.

Veterans Day Remembrance Ceremony Wednesday, November 11, 11:00am Veterans Memorial Plaza, Coupeville The public is invited to the annual Veterans Day Remembrance Ceremony. Veterans of the armed services will post the United States flag and their respective service flags starting at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, commemorating the armistice ending World War I. Coupeville Mayor Nancy Conard will host the event and the Shifty Sailors will present the songs of the service branches. Ceremony is outdoors, rain or shine.

Veterans Memorial Plaza is located next to the County Courthouse.

Veteran’s Day Program

Explore the night sky and view distant galaxies, planets and nebulas at this free public Star Party hosted by the Island County Astronomical Society (ICAS). No telescope is needed and people of all ages are welcome to attend. Be sure and dress warmly and note that the event will be canceled if the weather is cloudy. For more information, contact Dan Pullen at (360) 679-7664 or icaspub@juno.com, or visit www. icas-wa.org.

Vietnam Veterans Appreciation Dinner Friday, November 13, 5:00pm-7:00pm VFW Post 7392, Oak Harbor The Oak Harbor VFW Post 7392 is hosting an appreciation dinner for Vietnam veterans. Free dessert for Vietnam veterans and their families will be served. For additional information, contact (360) 675-4048 or manager@ VFWPost7392.org.

NWCHS Talent Show & Dessert Auction Fundraiser Friday, November 13, 6:30pm Oak Harbor Christian School Gym Enjoy a night of students showing their talents and auctioning off delicious desserts. Tickets are $7 per person or $20 per family. For more information, contact Erika Heins at (425) 876-2246.

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser for Local Veterans Saturday, November 14, 8:00am-10:00am Applebee’s Restaurant, Oak Harbor Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast while helping the VFW Riders raise money to benefit local veterans. Tickets are $10 each and available at the door. Breakfast includes, pancakes, eggs, bacon, juice and coffee. For additional information, contact (360) 675-4048 or manager@VFWPost7392.org.

Holiday Bazaar Saturday, November 14, 9:00am-2:00pm Oak Harbor Lutheran Church Holiday shopping made easy! Sale includes handcrafted items, holiday decor, knitted items, jewelry, coffee, tea, a bake sale, and “grannies attic”. Oak Harbor Lutheran Church is located at 1253 NW 2nd Ave., across from OHHS.

16th Annual Nordic Fest Saturday, November 14, 9:30am-3:30pm South Whidbey High School, Langley Enjoy Norse Kafe, Bakeri, Butikk, Vendors, Lively Music and more. Sponsored by the Daughters of Norway Ester Moe Lodge #39.

For more information, call (425) 750-6124 or visit www.daughtersofnorway.org

Holiday Bazaar Saturday, November 14, 10:00am-4:00pm Oak Harbor Middle School Gym & Cafeteria Enjoy great vendors, Santa’s village and pictures with Santa. For more information, email tiegertime@yahoo.com.

Wednesday, November 11, 11:00am Oak Harbor High School Performing Arts Center

Oak Harbor Winter Market

Oak Harbor’s salute to our nation’s veterans.

Featuring: Guest Speaker Capt. Scott T. Farr, USN, Commander, Electronic Attack Wing; the Oak Harbor High School Treble Choir; the all-island community band; the Oak Harbor High School NJROTC Color Guard. Everyone welcome. Special invitation to all Veterans, retired, active duty, reservists, and their families.

Celebrating local with handcrafted artwork, unique gifts, fresh baked treats, hot food, musical entertainment and a children’s corner.

For more information, call (360) 679-5044 or visit www.hummingbirdfarmnursery.com

Saturdays thru December 19, 10:00am-3:00pm Hummingbird Farm, Oak Harbor

www.whidbeyweekly.com LOCALLY OPERATED. Lit for Fun Book Discussion Group Thursday, November 5, 9:00am-11:00am Freeland Library Join us for a discussion of “China Dolls” by Lisa See. Set in 1938 San Francisco, this book follows the lives of three young women up through WWII. Ready Readers Preschool Storytime Thursdays, November 5, 12, 19, 9:30am-10:30am Coupeville Library Thursdays, November 5, 12, 19, 9:30am & 10:30am Oak Harbor Library Let imaginations run wild with fun books, sing-along songs, and creative activities that prepare young minds for the adventures of reading. Playtime or craft may follow. For ages 2-5. Caregiver required.

Living Well With Chronic Pain Thursdays, November 5, 12, 19, 1:00pm-3:30pm Freeland Library Learn skills critical to managing pain such as safe physical activity, creating healthy food plans, stress management and relaxation techniques, improving communication, managing medications, working with health care providers, and goal setting and problem solving.

Preregistration is required. Call Debbie Metz at (360) 321-1600, ext. 23.

Tween STEAM Club: Electricity and Magnetism Thursday, November 5, 4:00pm-5:30pm Coupeville Library Join other kids (age 9-13) for STEAM workshops led by Grinnin Fish. In this session, you will create an electro magnet and an orange (yes! the fruit!) battery to light up an LED. Space is limited to 24, so please pre-register.

Personal Rebranding for Career Transitions Friday, November 6, 8:00am Oak Harbor Library Learn how to effectively utilize on-line resources, print materials, and networking to make smooth career transitions. Please preregister; space is limited.

TEDx SnoIsle Libraries Simulcast Friday, November 6, 9:00am-5:30pm Freeland Library Friday, November 6, 9:00am-5:30pm Coupeville Library Join us for a group viewing of TEDx SnoIsle Libraries, broadcast live from the Edmonds Center for the Arts. “Creating New Futures,” will feature short talks by speakers from the region and beyond. Their “ideas worth spreading” will be lively, in the tradition of the global phenomenon known as TED. For event details and registration, visit sno-isle.org/tedx Friends of the Freeland Library Used Book Sale Saturday, November 7, 10:00am-2:00pm Freeland Library Hundreds of great books available at bargain prices! Something for everyone. All proceeds benefit Friends of the Freeland Library.

Movie Matinee @ the Library “Into The Woods” Saturday, November 7, 2:00pm-4:30pm Oak Harbor Library Friday, November 20, 2:00pm-4:30pm Freeland Library

Stars Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt in the film version of Stephan Sondheim’s play. Inspired by choice selections of Brothers Grimm fairy tales, the plot centers on a baker and his wife who incur the wrath of a vengeful hag. Popcorn provided by the Friends of the Library.

Read The Classics Mondays, November 9, 16, 23, 30, 10:00am Oak Harbor Library Read the Classics with supportive Friends.

For more information please call Rita at (631) 707-5980.

Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events

Meet the Author: Cynthia Trenshaw Monday, November 9, 1:00pm Tuesday, November 10, 6:30pm Freeland Library

See schedule below Cost: Free

Join Cynthia Trenshaw as she discusses her book “Meeting in the Margins: An Invitation

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Ready Readers Toddler Storytime Tuesdays, November 10, 17, 24, 9:30am & 10:30am Oak Harbor Library Jump and bounce into a magical world of stories, music, and movements that nurture the desire to read in toddlers. Playtime or craft may follow. For ages 2 to 3 years. Caregiver required.

Ready Readers Baby & Me Storytime Wednesdays, November 11, 18, 9:30am-10:15am Coupeville Library Wednesdays, November 18, 25, 9:30am & 10:30am Oak Harbor Library Wiggle and giggle with your baby through silly stories, happy songs, rhymes, and activities that inspire a love of reading. Playtime follows.

For newborns through 24 months. Caregiver required.

How to Start a Business Thursday, November 12, 1:00pm-3:00pm Oak Harbor Library Learn how to write a business plan using the Small Business Administration’s format. In the process you will discover some library tools that can save you hundreds of dollars. Seating is limited. Please preregister online or call the library.

Tween STEAM Club: Chemistry Thursday, November 12, 4:00pm-5:30pm Coupeville Library

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.

Living Circle: Friends on the Path Every Sunday, 11:00am 917 E. Whidbey Ave., Oak Harbor Living Circle is a welcoming spiritual community of friends on the path sharing music, prayers, blessings, stories, and more. They invite you to share your spirit with them. Their building is located next to Big Brothers and Big Sisters. For more information, call (360)3202081, email alivingcircle@gmail.com, or visit livingcircle.us

Oneness Blessings Every Monday, 4:00pm-5:00pm Oak Harbor

Join other kids (age 9-13) for STEAM workshops led by Grinnin Fish. In this session you will make casein plastic and turn it into a cool craft, and a heat pack to take home for further exploration. Explore different types of chemical reactions! Space is limited to 24, so please pre-register.

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.

Crowdsource Funding: How Do You Fund Your Project or Program?

Thursday, November 12, 5:15pm-7:00pm Freeland Library

Sundays, 9:00am & 11:00am Calvary Chapel, 3821 French Road, Clinton

Teaching Through God’s Word

For more information, visit ccwhidbey.com.

Monday, November 23, 5:30pm-7:30pm Coupeville Library

Unitarian Universalist Sunday Service

Obtaining goods, services and financial resources to fund a project or program is a constant challenge for nonprofits, entrepreneurs and organizations. In this 90-minute seminar you will learn the difference between crowdsourcing and crowdfunding as well as how to determine if your organization, project or idea is a good match for this concept.

Sundays, 10:00am Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Freeland

Religious Services

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

Christianity and Science, Humanism & Atheism

Sundays, 10:00am 5671 Crawford Road, Langley

Sunday, November 8, 9:00am & 11:00am Grace Community Church, Oak Harbor

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

In November, Grace Community will be hosting a series of conversations with special guests aimed at Building Bridges with the culture rather than burning them. How can we discover common ground without compromising our convictions? All are welcome!

For more information, email contact@whidbeygrace.org or call (360) 679-1678.

The Life-Giving and Life-Denying Qualities of Religion Tuesday, November 10, 7:00pm Langley United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall Imam Jamal Rahman, a Muslim Sufi, a member of the Three Amigos, and minister at the Interfaith Community Sanctuary in Seattle will be speaking at LUMC. He will be joining Dr. Duncan Ferguson in a conversation on the topic of interfaith understanding, and what makes a religious faith life-giving and what makes it dangerous and life-denying. Jamal Rahman will have just returned from the meeting of the Parliament of World Religions. All are welcome to join the discussion. For more information visit www.langleyumc.org

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.

Whidbey Quakers Sundays, 4:00pm-5:00pm Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Freeland Whidbey Islands Friends Meeting (also known as Quakers) meet in silent worship and community, with occasional spoken messages, every Sunday at the Unitarian Universalist building. For more information, contact Tom Ewell at tewell@whidbey.com or go to www. whidbeyquakers.org.

First Church of Christ, Scientist Worship, 10:00am Sunday School to age 20, 10:00am Wednesday Testimony Meeting, 7:30pm Christian Science Reading Room Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 11:00am-3:00pm Wednesday 3:00pm-7:00pm The church and Reading Room are located at 721 SW 20th Court at Scenic Heights Street, Oak Harbor. Call (360)675-0621 or visit JSH-Online.com Services and Sunday School are also held at 10:30am on South Whidbey at 15910 Highway 525, just north of Bayview and across fromUseless Bay Road; testimony meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm.

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Galleries & Art Shows Fine Art in the Season of Light Artists’s Reception: November 6, 5:00pm-8:00pm Show continues through January 3 Rob Schouten Gallery, Greenbank Find fabulous jewelry by Barbara Mundell, Mary Ellen O’Connor, and Tammi Sloan, exquisite glass from Katrina Hude and Robert Adamson, unsurpassed bronzes by Sharon Spencer, and delightful encaustics by Kathleen Otley. Bruce Launer offers unique music stands and cutting boards, and Keiichi Nishimura’s amazing paintings on silk are sure to delight the senses.

We have beautiful paintings by celebrated Whidbey artists like Anne Belov, Pete Jordan and Rob Schouten. Sculpture by Dan Freeman and assemblages by Pam Kueny Taylor will bring a smile to your face. In short, we have quality fine art for budgets large and small by 30 local artists for every art lover in your extended family.

Please join us for an opening night reception during Greenbank Farm’s “First Friday at the Farm.” All of the Farm’s galleries and shops welcome visitors to enjoy refreshments and enjoy their new exhibits and offerings, all while enjoying beautiful Greenbank Farm.

Featured Artists: Marcia Muchnick & Barbara Marks Artists’ Reception: Friday, November 6, 5:00pm-7:30pm Artworks Gallery, Greenbank Light snacks and beverages will be served and guitarist Quinn Fitzpatrick will be performing.

Other Artworks Gallery artists will be on hand to greet visitors during the reception.

Marcia says she gets her inspiration from the earth’s natural elements and the pottery that evolves tends to have a rustic look. There is an old world charm that makes them a piece of art as well as being completely functional.

Born in Minneapolis and educated in England Barbara began her art career in Jackson Hole Wyoming. Family life took her to Bahrain in the Middle East and ultimately back to the Great Pacific Northwest where she works out of her studio on beautiful Whidbey Island. Her extensive travels have totally influenced the imagery and colorful vibrancy of her art today.

Hundred Bucks Art Show Opening Reception: Friday, November 6, 6:00pm-8:00pm Show continues through December Blooms Winery Tasting Room, Langley All work is priced at $100 or less during November and December, so this is a good time to get some great pieces of art for yourself or as a gift. Participating artists and works include Janet Pheifer who creates shadow boxes filled with found objects put together in unique ways, fiber arts by Marcy Johnson, paintings on ceramic and found wood by Janie Cribbs, paintings by Carol Hurless, cork art

by Tom Rowland, found metal shadow boxes

by Jonathan Bartholick, textile fabric work by Robyn Meehan, hand blown glass by Katrina Hude and more!

Artists of Museo Artists’ Reception: Saturday, November 7, 5:00pm-7:00pm Exhibit will continue through December 29 Museo Gallery, Langley A group exhibit of works by Museo artists will be featured for the months of November and December. In addition, Museo hosts it’s annual Gift Show with unique works by local artists priced for gift giving.

Featured Artist: Carol Jensen Meet the Artist: Friday, November 27, 10:00am-5:00pm Penn Cove Gallery, Coupeville Artist Carol Jensen will discuss the inspiration and methods behind her wool felting artwork.

Meetings and Organizations The Fishin’ Club Thursday, November 5, 7:00pm M-Bar-C Ranch, Freeland Ken Price will give an encore presentation about two of his back country fishing expe-

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ditions on extremely remote rivers where Combat Fishing is the furthest thing from your mind. Ken will use short videos and interesting photographs to share his experiences on a remote river north of the Arctic Circle in Alaska and on the wild and scenic Selway River in Idaho. He will discuss the special preparation and equipment needed to fish beautiful areas where you may not see any humans for a week.

Genealogical Society of South Whidbey Island Monday November 9, 11:45am Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland Most migration and immigration issues are a US research problem. Thorough research is necessary to answer difficult genealogical questions. A great strategy is important to a successful outcome for your research.

Eric Stroschein owns, with his wife Karen, Generations Detective, a genealogical research firm. When not researching, he can be found driving a fire engine for the Seattle Fire Department where he is a 26 year veteran. He recently returned from an epic three week trip to Sweden with Karen, where he met several cousins, spoke about using DNA in genealogy, and walked the lands of his ancestors.

Eric’s previous programs for GSSWI have been among the most popular and informative of our presentations.

Artists of South Whidbey Tuesday, November 10, 1:00pm Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland The meeting will include a demonstration

by Pastel Artist Teresa Saia. The mood and emotion conveyed in Teresa’s paintings evoke a deep sense of the mysterious, romantic, peaceful and yet familiar settings. You can read more at www. teresasaia.com ASW welcomes painters of all levels and media to join their meetings. They begin with a sack lunch at 11:30am. The meeting will begin at noon. Please bring artwork to share or for gentle critique. For more information, please call Gaylen Whiteman at (360) 331-2603.

Whidbey Island Genealogical Searchers (WIGS) Tuesday, November 10, 1:00pm-3:00pm Heller Road Fire Station 25, Oak Harbor Does your house and property have stories to uncover? Our guest speaker will be Joan Peters of South Whidbey. She is an author and researcher for many years and is presently working at the Island Historical Museum cataloging items in the museum. She will be talking about homestead files on Whidbey. There will be refreshments and drawings, as well as Q and A not only on this subject but many others you may have. Everyone is invited. For more information, contact Ruth Hancock at (360) 675-4086.

Suicide Grief Support Group Wednesday, November 11, 6:00pm-8:30pm Hospice of Whidbey General, 202 N. Main St, Coupeville This is a time for individuals who have had a loved one die of suicide and would like to meet with others to learn some coping strategies ways to move forward through your grief and other feelings. Registration is requested by contacting Dave Bieniek, Bereavement Coordinator for Hospice of Whidbey General at (360) 321-1372 or bienid@whidbeygen.org There is no charge for this event.

Greenbank Progressive Club Monthly Potluck Dinner Thursday, November 12, 6:00pm Greenbank Hall, Bakken & Firehouse Roads Meet and greet will begin at 6:00pm with dinner at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited and asked to bring a dish to share and their own table service. The program for the evening with be presented by the Executive Director of Ryan’s House for Youth. Ryan’s House is a non-profit charitable organization that provides care for homeless kids on Whidbey Island, and more information is available on their website at www.ryanshouseforyouth.org. There are over WHAT’S GOING ON

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BREAD AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN IT – SANDWICHES! What is a sandwich? I mean, what really makes a sandwich a sandwich? On November 3 each year we can observe the person with whom this food is associated and named after, John Montague, the fourth Earl of Sandwich. Mr. Montague was apparently a spendthrift of sorts. Perhaps profligate is a more appropriate word. As a gambler, he was extravagant in the way in which he spent money and since this activity was a priority for him, it saw to it that a fair amount of his time was taken up gaming.

In fact, it is purported, or rumored rather, that in an intense 24 hour long gambling sitting, he refused to move from his spot lest he not come out on top so asked the chef of the establishment where he was at the time to come up with something for him to eat. But not just any old thing, no. It had to be something filling and easy for him to hold with one hand so his other would be kept free for the purpose of betting and playing. With this in mind the creative chef is said to have placed a piece of meat between two slices of bread (some people say toast) et voila! The sandwich came to be! So while the person credited with the name of this particular food is an Earl, a seemingly prominent person in society, the REAL inventor, when we think about it, was actually the chef whose ingenuity became a worldwide household term.

The chef, I think, came up with what we call a sandwich but he didn’t ‘invent it’ per se. The idea of placing food between pieces of bread has been around for at least a couple thousand years. It is in all actuality, human resourcefulness and creativity at its best. The Earl of Sandwich himself was privy to the ancient tradition of serving food between bread on his many travels in the Mediterranean. The Greeks and Turks had long since been ‘sandwiching’ things between pieces of pita or flatbread and it is believed by food historians that Montague brought this idea and culinary tradition back to England with him. From England it is thought to have moved over with immigrants and settlers to the United States but literary mention of sandwiches didn’t occur until the latter half of the 1700s. The upper ranks of English society were regaled and indulged in this refection which was brought back from the Mediterranean by the Earl of Sandwich, and was consigned therein for a while, and mainly to men. It did eventually find its way out of the class box and drifted into every socioeconomic status. It became a frequently served item at tea parties and fine gatherings of ladies to something hearty and filling for those who worked laborious jobs all day long. When it did come to the United States many historians think political shift and the want to promote a government split is what drove 1) the unwillingness to reproduce British culinary styles and when

eventually it was emulated the 2) disparity in ingredients used. Although that could just be a geographical consideration and people making use of the things available where they reside.

Regardless, the sandwich has become something incredibly exciting nowadays. It takes on so many forms and the fact there are about a thousand different types of bread between which we can layer ingredients, only ups the mouthwatering ante. One of the most iconic of its kind, the peanut butter and jelly sandwich, was forever immortalized in writing after it was published by Julia Chandler Davis in 1901. While the ancients had been using crushed nuts on their ‘sandwiches’ forever, it wasn’t until the later part of the 19th century that peanut butter, the smooth and creamy spread we know, came into existence. It was thought to be both a health food and a delicacy and was thus initially served at upmarket tea rooms in New York when it first stepped out onto the culinary stage. Once the invention of sliced bread and packaging occurred (thanks to Gustav Papendick in the 1920s) the peanut butter and jelly sandwich became available to everyone in any class structure and its popularity among kids soared, as they could now make their own sandwiches more easily. The salty backdrop of peanut butter, intermingling with the sweetness of a fruit jelly creates the perfect symbiotic relationship wherein both ingredients do nothing more and nothing less than enhance each other.

You know sandwiches nowadays aren’t considered a sandwich if they don’t have some oomph to them. Maybe that’s just my personal stance on the food but I just feel like they need some ‘hard evidence’ to prove they are in fact capable of sating my hunger. When I think of a large, towering sandwich a ‘Dagwood’ springs to my mind. It’s not as common as it once was or maybe the name has been transmuted into something else. In April of 1936 the ‘Dagwood’ was introduced to American people through the comic strip ‘Blondie’, whose clumsy and awkward husband was named ‘Dagwood’.

In this particular strip, Dagwood makes a sandwich containing just about everything save for the kitchen sink. It was apparently this strip

www.whidbeyweekly.com LOCALLY OPERATED. which gave rise to a whole new class of sandwich. An example of foods which were put on a ‘dagwood’ sandwich back in the 1940s are as follows: lettuce, cheese, eggs, baked beans, and meat of some sort, and more often than not, these were repeating layers. The result was a tall, looming meal with a foundation and topping of bread.

Did you know March 23, 1965, was when the first sandwich (a corned beef one at that) was eaten in space aboard Gemini 3? Yep, it’s true and people say it was even smuggled aboard the craft by the co-pilot John W. Young. It is said because of this, astronauts now have to sign an inventory list of all items they are carrying with them.

However you choose to observe National Sandwich day is entirely up to you but I do hope you eat at least some kind of sandwich if you see fit. There are endless combinations to choose from. With the chill in the air, a bite out of a warm sandwich might be something worth chewing on this month, so I will include a recipe for slow cooker pulled pork sandwich.

Let me know how it turns out if you do make it! Please email me any comments, information and of course recipes, because like I always say, I love to hear from you so, Let’s Dish!

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sammi 1 lb pork tenderloin or shoulder 1 can root beer 1 bottle (18 oz) barbecue sauce Place pork into slow cooker/crock pot, and pour root beer over it. Cover and cook on low for approximately 6 hours. When it’s cooked through, drain and discard the root beer, and shred the pork. Mix with barbecue sauce, place on bread of choice and garnish with any extras you like! (I add coleslaw and onions to my sandwich), serve and enjoy! www.foodtimeline.org www.open-sandwich.co.uk www.tablespoon.com To read past columns of Let's Dish in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www. whidbeyweekly.com.

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NAS Whidbey Island SAR medically evacuates 3rd Friday Harbor resident in a week A Search and Rescue (SAR) team from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island conducted a Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) early Saturday morning, October 31, 2015, for a man in critical condition from Friday Harbor.

The SAR crew of five took off shortly after midnight on Saturday, and transited to the Friday Harbor Airport to pick up the 74-year-old man. They then flew to Bellingham International Airport where he was transferred to higher care via ambulance to PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, Wash. This was the third MEDEVAC that SAR responded to from Friday Harbor within the past week; the other two occurring October 24 and October 28.

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crew worked together to manage risk and develop the safest plan possible to achieve our mission,” said SAR Rescue Swimmer Naval Aircrewman Second Class Daniel Ismay. “It is nice to walk away from a flight knowing you helped someone who really needed it.”

This year, NAS Whidbey Island SAR has launched on 31 SAR/MEDEVAC missions, resulting in 25 lives delivered to higher level care.

The Navy SAR unit operates three MH-60S helicopters from NAS Whidbey Island as search and rescue platforms for the EA-18G aircraft as well as other squadrons and personnel assigned to the installation. The base also has an agreement to assist Washington State with medical evacuations and search and rescue activities.

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Patrick Dionne/Released) Electronics Technician 2nd Class Justin Green, from Oak Harbor, Wash., fires an M240B machine gun from the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) during a live-fire drill. Fitzgerald is on patrol in the 7th Fleet area of responsibility supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.

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Commissaries focus on families, veterans, Thanksgiving

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DeCA marketing and mass media specialist Military appreciation and November go together like turkey and gravy as commissaries worldwide feature a lineup of great promotions throughout the month, including highvalue coupon booklets for free frozen turkeys.

dors, suppliers and brokers – are collaborating with stores to offer discounts beyond everyday savings. Overseas stores may have substitute events for certain promotional programs. Customers are asked to check their local commissary for details on dates and times for the following promotions:

“This year we’re offering not only our annual free frozen turkey offer available worldwide via high-value coupon booklets, but also a fresh turkey special at prices sure to please in stateside commissaries,” she added.

The Fifth Annual “Get Your Turkey Free – When You Buy Holiday Favorites! This worldwide promotion features a 16-page recipe booklet with coupons valued at more than $38. The coupons provide commissary shoppers with greater than normal savings or free turkeys when purchasing their holiday meal essentials using the coupons. Terms and conditions are on the coupons. Vendors include Kraft Foods, Kellogg’s, Campbell’s, Pepperidge Farms, Frito Lay, General Mills, Hefty/Reynolds Wrap, Fresh Express, Nabisco, Proctor & Gamble, Heinz and Johnsonville. Look for these recipe/coupon booklets in your local commissary beginning Nov.1, with coupons good through Dec. 21.

Patrons can find out more details about turkeys and other discounted items in their commissary by accessing the sales flyer on the “Savings Aisle” of www.commissaries.com.

On Nov. 17, stateside commissaries start featuring fresh turkeys at low prices. The sales flyer on www.commissaries. com/shopping/sales-events.cfm has details.

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“November is National Military Family Appreciation Month and more at commissaries,” said Tracie Russ, the Defense Commissary Agency’s sales director. “We’re showing our thanks through commemoration ceremonies that honor our war veterans and also with great values for customers through Veterans Day holiday weekend sales, Black Friday weekend sales and seasonal promotions.

missaries will feature “rock-bottom” sale prices on “Black Friday”-tagged items Nov. 27-29. Participating brands include: AXE, Folgers, Russell Stover, Nestle, Twining Tea, Dove, Armour, Monster drinks, Suave, Scott, Good Sense, Nongshim Noodles, Lipton Tea, Country Crock, Eight O’ Clock Coffee, Glad, Yoo-Hoo drinks, Planters, Hawaiian Punch, Rittersport Chocolate, Purina and Hellman’s. Go to www.commissaries.com/shopping/sales-events.cfm on Nov. 5 for a list of participating commissaries.

Celebrate the Holidays with General Mills and its “Santa Claus (and your entire family) is coming to town. Time to cook and bake!” promotion. This holiday event features high-value in-store coupons and online Commissary Rewards Card discounts.

Acosta and its participating brand products present the “Believe in Heroes!” promotion. Commissaries worldwide will receive 300,000 flyers featuring high-value coupons to support this cause promotion for the Wounded Warrior Project Foundation.

“The holidays are busy times and we assure customers that your commissary offers all the items you need for your holiday meals,” Russ said. “Now’s the time to stock up! ”

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As the days begin to grow colder and shorter, I keep looking to the mountains for the first sign of snowfall. Though the past two winters have been disappointing for the winter athletes, I can only hope this year will bring us a little bit of powder. For years growing up, the first sign of snow meant grabbing your skis, a packed lunch, and heading to the mountain. There was nothing else we needed. Now that I have come to terms with the fact I am not getting any younger and falling does not mean bouncing back up for the next run, there is one crucial thing missing to my ski prep: strength and flexibility conditioning. How many seasons of skiing/snowboarding have you grabbed your gear at the first sight of snow and hit the slopes without any sport specific conditioning? How about we look at it from a different angle. How many times have you ran a 5k or 10k without any training leading up to the race?

Think about all the injuries that can occur from just running on pavement. Now let us go back to skiing/snowboarding. Snow can be very soft and fluffy, but when you catch an edge, hit a patch of ice, or just don’t have the strength to keep your legs under you, injuries will occur. According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the majority of ski injuries occur to the knee ligaments while the trend for snowboarding injuries has moved to the upper extremities (followed by knee injuries). Due to the high amount of risk of injury your knees will encounter this winter, I have decided to focus on strength and flexibility conditioning of the lower body this month.

Keep your chest up and back flat to prevent low back injury.

Both flexibility and strength are equally important when it comes to injury prevention. There are multiple ways to stretch out a muscle as well as multiple ways to strengthen a muscle. This month I will be focusing on plyometrics and closed chain exercises for strength while dynamic stretching will round out our flexibility portion. As we learned above, the most common injuries of the lower body for both skiing and snowboarding are knee injuries. The following series of stretching exercises focus on the hamstrings and hip flexors because parts or all of these groups attach at the knee.

Do not push beyond the initial stretch of the hip flexors to avoid injury.

If you need more of a stretch, try turning your back foot inward slightly.

If you still need more pull, reach your arm to the sky and tilt body towards bent knee.

Now that we have increased the length and flexibility of your muscle tissue, we can proceed with strengthening. The following exercises will focus on knee stability and functional strength related to skiing and snowboarding.

Forward Lunge onto Dynamic Surface While standing on the ground in front of a Bosu Ball or soft surface (foam pad, trampoline, etc), take a step forward placing your foot flat on the surface.

Allow your front and back knee to bend as you lower yourself towards the ground.

Do not allow your front knee to pass your toes.

Hold 2 seconds and return to the original position and then perform with the other leg.

Perform 10 times each leg, 2 sets. Perform 2-3x/ week.

Tips: To make this easier, take away the dynamic surface and perform on the floor.

To make this more challenging, hold a weighted ball in your hand or step further away from the dynamic surface to allow for a larger lunge.

Keep back flat as you fold forward and hold stretch as soon as you feel the initial pull in your hamstring.

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Hold 3 seconds and return to upright position.

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Plyometric Lateral Box Jumps Jump to the side onto a box or stair and then back down to the ground near the starting position.

Keep your chest up and back flat to prevent low back injury.

Then perform on the other side on another box or stair. Continue to alternate side-to-side.

Do not push beyond the initial stretch of the hamstring to avoid injury.

Perform for 1 minute, 3 sets. 2-3x/week.

Dynamic Hip Flexor Stretch Holding on to sticks for balance, place foot flat on chair with your knee bent

Make sure to keep both of your feet facing forward while performing.

Perform 10 times each leg, 2-3x/day.

Push your hips forward keeping your back straight until you feel a light stretch on the front of your back leg.

Hold 3 seconds and return to upright position.

Perform 10 times each leg, 2-3x/day.

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To make this easier, decrease the size of the box/ stair you are jumping onto.

To make this harder, increase the size of the box/ stair or increase your speed.

Like always, make sure to avoid pain with all exercises. If you have any pains that persist beyond 24 hours after exercise, consult your physician. If you have any questions regarding these exercises or other exercises to ready yourself for skiing/snowboarding, please feel free to give us a call at either our Coupeville or Oak Harbor locations. Be safe and see you on the slopes!

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THANKS DUKE Waterfowl season is well underway throughout the state and many hunters are enjoying the rain and wind we all crave during this season. This is when the ducks and geese are most active and we are still pretty early in the season so the local flocks are not too terribly spooky. This is when we do our special waterfowl weather dances hoping the cold fronts start to move in and start the big push of fresh ducks and geese out of their northern breeding grounds.

As you read this, hunters all over are hunkered down in a blind blowing on their favorite call and right beside them is a trusty dog waiting eagerly to do what they have been trained to do. I have found I get a little melancholy during this time of year. My furry best friend Duke is well past his glory years.

Over 12 years ago my wife and I bought our first house and life was great. I wanted to add a Black Lab to the family so one day I saw an ad for some puppies in Oak Harbor.

We packed up the family and headed out with high hopes.

but other than wading in until the water hit his belly, he wanted nothing to do with it. A lady happened to show up with her dogs and they loved the water. Duke was eager to play with them but still didn’t want to venture too far. Then we saw a change in his demeanor and sure enough, he followed them out into the water. After that moment it was hard to keep him out. I would take him for walks out on Crescent Harbor and on more than one occasion, I felt if I didn’t call him back he would have swam to Camano Island.

His training continued and he was doing great. I could get him to do blind retrieves.

He learned extremely fast. Hand signals, voice commands and whistle work seemed to progress with results I hadn’t expected.

When he was about two I decided this was the year we would be duck hunting. I was extremely excited. One thing about working with a dog predominantly in the city limits, it was hard to get him used to the sound of gun fire and I probably rushed that faster than I should have.

Our first hunt he did great. He loved being out there with me, would always nuzzle me and without saying a word we had conversations that often made me laugh out loud.

The first season I thought was a success and I eagerly waited for the next.

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When we arrived, we saw a dog run full of beautiful puppies playing. I had a smile from ear to ear. We talked to the owner about their parents while our kids watched the puppies play. I was eager to find a buddy I had wanted for many years.

Finally it was time and I headed in. Instantly I felt like a kid in a candy store. I picked up a few and played with a few, I was having a hard time picking one, so I moved away from the puppies. They were playing with the kids on the other side of the fence. That is when the fattest puppy strolled up to me and sat himself at my feet. He had chosen me and our life has never been the same since.

On our way home he was quiet, sitting in my wife’s lap, content and happy. Once we arrived home he was always with me. In my lap watching the Seahawks with me, in the truck and I was a very happy man. God bless my wife because she was the one that usually woke up when he needed to go outside and often took him without complaint. He always slept in our room.

As he got older I worked with him as often as I could. He was a natural. He took to retrieving without a hiccup but he did not like the water. That all changed one day on a family outing to Lone Lake. At the boat launch I tried to get him to come in with me

About a year ago he had his first seizure and that night, I am not embarrassed to say, I shed more than just a few tears. I thought I was losing my best friend and it made my heart ache. Fortunately he has been on medication which has prevented them since and I am truly thankful to still have him with us.

I know there are many of you out there who feel the same way about your furry best friends and I hope they continue to bring joy to you and your families, as well as a great hunting partner who is always ready to go and spend the day with you. If they are there with you as you read this, be sure to give them a little love. They deserve it.

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His second season I noticed he appeared to be a little gun shy after the first couple of hunts. We hunted predominately in a box blind and it was difficult to get him to stay out on the dog platform. He wanted to be next to me, that’s where he was happiest.

I must admit I enjoyed it too, but about half way through the season he started to become really nervous every time I started to call. I’m not sure what it was that caused it. Maybe being inside the blind caused the sound of the gun to be much louder than he was comfortable with or it was my rookie training mistake. Whatever it was I didn’t want to cause him any discomfort so that was his last year in a blind with me.

Over the years I can’t put into words how much joy he has brought to my family.

Always greeting us at the door. Always taking care of my family while on one of many deployments I had away from them.

Assisting members of the family when they were sick or hurt. Loving us unconditionally.

I never thought I could love him as much as I do but for the past 12 years he has been everything and more to us.

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I am grateful for every day he has been with the family and I just wanted to honor him with my article this week. I love you old man.

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TUESDAY, October 27 12:23am, NE Goldie St. Caller advising “boxy-type” vehicle has been stopping at al the green lights The caller states the vehicle was driving on the “braille” part of the road.

7:45am, NE 7th Ave. Caller advising there is a truck with profanities written on the mud flaps.

9:24am, SW 24th Ave. Advising sister keeps calling him “drunk” and leaving vulgar-threatening messages.

WEDNESDAY, October 28 6:30am, SW Harrier Cir. Caller advising cat is constantly roaming around the neighborhood. The caller states

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7:25am, NE Goldie St. Caller advising a suspicious subject is sitting at the back door to location. Caller is uncomfortable getting out of car with him sitting there.

8:57am, NE Easy St. Caller advising surveyors on the property who refuse to leave.

9:28am, NE Midway Blvd.

Caller advising someone sent a text message with a photo of “man parts.”

11:20am, NE Regatta Dr. Caller advising of a rooster near location the past few days.

3:31pm, NE Ernst St. Caller advising male subject followed her from her apartment to the library. The caller states subject sat net to her son and was looking up weapons on the internet.

4:25pm, SW Fairhaven Dr. Caller advising she gave out some information over the internet she should not have.

4:54pm, NE Halyard Ln. Caller reporting his vehicle at location for the past 3 years for repair. Can not find the owner of the business or his vehicle.

10:12pm, SR 20 Caller requesting welfare check for female in bath robe. States subject doesn’t remember where she belongs.

THURSDAY, October 29 10:10am, SR 20 Caller advising subject on bike tried to take beer off the loading dock.

9:18pm, NW Crosby Ave. Caller advising two men are underneath her house.

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Life Tributes MICHAEL ALLAN FRASER April 9, 1954 – October 23, 2015

Michael was born in Corona, CA, the son of Bob and Donna Fraser of Oak Harbor.

Mike's father was in the Navy so Michael attended schools across the US, always to return to Oak Harbor every other tour of duty his Dad had here.

He attended Learn and Play Kindergarten and graduated from Oak Harbor High School in 1972. He loved getting together with his life long friends: Butch, Ron, Neil and Jeff.

He was predeceased by his wife Debra, the love of his life, in 2005 when he was a Supervisor for America West Airline.

He is survived by his parents, Bob and Donna Fraser, sister Lori (Jim)Stewart, brother Bob (Cheryl) Fraser and 7 nieces and nephews and 5 great nieces and nephews and also his Aunt and Uncle, Rob and Susen Dasch. Mike is also survived by the countless persons whose lives he touched on his journey with AA. To quote one of his AA friends, "I'll never forget Mike, he saved my life." He worked tirelessly with this organization until he lost his fight with cancer.

At Michael's request there will be no public ceremony.

A private family service will be held. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3120 McDougall Ave., Suite 100, Everett, WA 98201. Family and friends are encouraged to share memories and condolences at www.whidbeymemorial.com.

EARLE EDWARD DARST Earle Edward Darst, ex-bulb farmer and San de Fuca native, passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2015. He was 96.

A Memorial Service was held Thursday, October 29 at San de Fuca Chapel.

Family and friends are encouraged to share memories and condolences at www.whidbeymemorial.com.

KENNETH R. BLODGETT Kenneth R. Blodgett, age 52, died suddenly Saturday, October 17, 2015 in Oak Harbor, WA. Ken was born at Whidbey Naval Hospital, Oak Harbor October 21, 1962 to Margaret and William Blodgett. Ken attended Oak Harbor Schools and, as a young teenager, worked the strawberry fields, the old Oak Harbor Theater, and the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge.

In later years, Ken moved to Mount Vernon, WA, and as a professional painter he ran his own construction painting business, “Ace Painting,” for a short time. Ken attended Skagit Valley College, Mount Vernon to earn a degree in firefighting. He was disappointed not being hired because of a neck injury, but was very proud of his accomplishment and received an award for best of his squad in training.

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While in Mount Vernon he met and lived with his significant other and her two children for ten years. After separation, he returned to Oak Harbor and his previous profession, painting several businesses, houses, and boats in the Washington area. He also worked in painting and insulating at several of the refineries in Anacortes. His hobbies were antique cars, fishing, baseball, and hockey. Not only was he a commercial painter,

but also an artist who loved crafts and painting pictures.

Ken felt lucky to have his family; brother Michael Blodgett, two nieces, Sara and Amy, one nephew, Nick, and two great-nephews, Aiden and Evan, his Mom, Margaret, and family dog, Tinker. He loved them all dearly. He also loved his Aunt, Uncle, and cousins living in Denver, CO. Ken was preceded in death by his brother Bill “Billy” Blodgett and his father, William L. Blodgett.

Ken will be missed and remembered for his loving kindness, giving heart, love of family and the Lord Jesus Christ. At Ken’s request, there will be no formal funeral services.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Wallin Funeral Home. To leave condolences, please visit Ken’s Book of Memories page on the funeral home website at www. wallinfuneralhome.com.

DALE PAUL HOLZBOOG

Dale Paul Holzboog, died at Careage of Whidbey, Coupeville, WA October 9, 2015 at the age of 88. He was born March 7, 1927 in El Segundo, CA to Carl and Katherine Holzboog.

He was raised in El Segundo. In 1944, after graduating High School, at the age of 17, he enlisted in the Merchant Marines, serving in the transport of military goods and prisoners-of-war in the Pacific, Atlantic and Mediterranean War Zones.

Returning to the Los Angeles area and between ships, in December 1945 Dale eloped with his sweetheart Marie Braun to Tijuana, Mexico. After making one more deployment, Dale left the Merchant Marines in March 1946 and began a lifelong career with Standard Oil of California at the El Segundo refinery, working as a heavy equipment operator and fire fighter. Dale and Marie were married in St Anthony Catholic Church in July 1946. They settled in El Segundo, built their first home and started their family. As an accomplished trumpet and French horn player, he was a member of the local Orchestra/band performing in concerts around the Los Angeles area. The family loved the concerts in the park during the summer. In June of 1959 Dale transferred to the Standard Oil plant in Seattle, where he began work as a tanker driver. The family settled in Kent where he pursued his passion of caring for his family and being outdoors fishing, hunting, gardening and raising animals. He was known as the guy on the hill who raised pigs and everyone who knew him gave him reproductions of pigs and his pig collection started and grew.

Dale retired in 1983 from Chevron and 1989 Dale and Marie moved to Anacortes. In 1999 Dale and Marie purchased a home in Oak Harbor, where he remained until his death.

Dale was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church of Oak Harbor, a past member of the Orchestra/Band of El Segundo and a member of the Merchant Marine Society.

Dale is survived by his wife Marie T Holzboog: three children: Dale Holzboog, Jr and wife Evalee of Oak Harbor, WA; Claudia Lambert and husband Bill of Beaverton, OR and David Holzboog and wife Claudia Bowers of Bellevue, WA. Seven grandchildren: Dale Holzboog, III of Hanford, CA, Carl Holzboog of Seattle, Erika Larson of Seattle, Paul Lambert, Sean Lambert and Stephanie Lambert of Beaverton, OR, and James Lambert of Buhl, ID and great grandchildren: Brock and Brianna Holzboog of Hanford, CA. and Samantha Holzboog of Stoney Plain, Alberta, Canada.

Funeral Mass for Dale Holzboog will be held Monday, November 9, 2015, 10am at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Rev. Paul Pluth as Celebrant. Rosary will be said at 9:30 immediately before the Mass. A reception will follow at Wallin Funeral Home for family and friends.

Cremation was held with family interment at Hood River, OR. Please visit Dale’s page in the Book of Memories hosted at www.wallinfuneralhome.com.

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Crimson Peak: You can have your artless, lowest-common-denominator torture porn; I’ll take my horror movies made with extraordinary vision and creepiness to match by writer/director Guillermo del Toro.  (R • 1 hr. 59 min.)

Goosebumps: Maybe you didn’t grow up on R.L. Stine’s Goosebumps books. Maybe you didn’t have a childhood. That’s perfectly fine–now you can watch all of them at once (well, maybe not quite all of the 200-something of the tomes currently in existence) with Jack Black playing the role of the prolific and iconic kid-lit author.  (PG • 1 hr.

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The Last Witch Hunter: Quoting directly from the synopsis, this is a movie in which “Vin Diesel is all that stands between humanity and the combined forces of the most horrifying witches in history.” The jokes, they make themselves.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 46 min.)

Our Brand is Crisis: Based (loosely) on the excellent 2005 documentary of the same, this mediocre adaptation starring Sandra Bullock is worthy neither of the story nor its star, but it probably won’t make you scorn your entire existence either.  (R • 1 hr. 48 min.)

Pan: All I have to say about this movie is, if you’re going to give critics such a pun-worthy title to work with, you’d better make a real good film. Critics, cue the pan puns.  (PG • 1 hr. 51 min.)

Rock the Kasbah: Even Bill Murray can’t save this one.  (R • 1 hr. 40 min.)

Spectre: Apologies to all Sean Connery fans, but Daniel Craig is the best James Bond of all time and I will have Daniel Craig fight anyone who does not agree with me on the subject of Daniel Craig.  (PG-13 • 2 hrs. 30 min.)

Steve Jobs: Does the world need another movie about Steve Jobs? No. But is the Steve

The Peanuts Movie: Although I’m not opposed to the big-screen resurrection of the Peanuts gang, I am, on principle, thoroughly opposed to trusting Hollywood with anything precious from my childhood.  (G • 1 hr. 32 min.)

Truth: An account of the 2004 “Memogate” scandal in which a flawed "60 Minutes II" report that called into question the military record of presidential candidate George W. Bush led to the downfall of Dan Rather, one of America’s most-respected journalists, as well as producer Mary Mapes. With Robert Redford as Rather and Cate Blanchett as Mapes, the acting could not be finer, but the story itself lacks an air of, err, truth.  (R • 2 hrs. 1 min.)

Woodlawn: An Alabama high school desegregates, all racial hell breaks loose and the entire fabric of society is on the verge of collapse until a football player leads the team to a religious awakening and likely some kind of athletic glory as well. This is purportedly based on a true story. I'm sure no artistic license was taken because God sees all.  (PG • 2 hrs. 3 min.)

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150 children and youth that are homeless just here on the Island. Come and hear what is needed and being done for these vulnerable members of our community. You can help by bringing small sizes of soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, sanitary items, gloves, hats or money for distribution at Ryan’s House. For more information, please call (360) 678-2059.

Whidbey Audubon Society Thursday, November 12, 7:00pm Universalist Unitarian Church, Freeland Protecting the Marbled Murrelet will be the program. The speaker will be Kevin Schmelzlen, coordinator of the Marbled Murrelet Survival Project. The Marbled Murrelet, a forest-nesting seabird endemic to the Pacific Northwest, is in severe decline throughout its historical range and especially in Washington. Mr. Schmelzlen will discuss what makes the murrelet special and describe efforts now underway to conserve it. The Universalist Unitarian Church is located at 2013 State Route 525. The program is free and open to the public. Go to www.whidbeyaudubon.org for more information.

American Association of University Women (AAUW) Whidbey Island Branch Saturday, November 14, 9:30am Coupeville United Methodist Church, 608 N. Main St. Coffee at 9:30am, followed by the program at 10:00am. Program is presented by Judy Nicholai and husband Nick, who will define, demonstrate, educate and entertain with Jazz.

Contact Camille Brighten at brightena8@ gmail.com for more information.

Island County Astronomical Society (ICAS) Monday, November 16, 6:30pm-8:30pm Hayes Hall, Room 137, SVC, Oak Harbor Anyone interested in astronomy is invited to attend. There will be short presentations on

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Friends of the Library Meeting Tuesday, November 17, 1:00pm-3:00pm Freeland Library Find out what the Friends of the Library do and how they support the library.

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.

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

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Grief and the Holidays

Holidays can be difficult when you are dealing with the loss of a loved one. Through stories, suggestions, and rituals, the staff of Hospice of Whidbey General Hospital offer ideas to help get through the holiday season.

Registration is requested by contacting Dave Bieniek, Bereavement Coordinator for Hospice of Whidbey General at (360) 321-1372 or bienid@whidbeygen.org There is no charge for this event.

DUI/Underage Drinking Prevention Panel

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Saturday, November 7, 12:45pm Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland

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This is a free workshop for contractors, consultants and professional who work on shoreline projects. Light refreshments will be served.

For more information or to RSVP to save your spot, contact Anna Toledo at (360) 678-2349 or a.toledo@co.island.wa.us. South Whidbey Parks Recreation Room 125 is located at 5475 Maxwelton Road.

Right Brain & Cosmic Mind Activation with Sandra H. Rodman, CEO/Founder, Right Brain Aerobics. Deep meditation/sound journeys, Remote Viewing, accessing surprising higher inter-dimensional intelligence exploring pastlife psychology. “Better than Netflix!” $25 suggested contribution or sliding scale. Material included. For more information and to register, email sandra@rightbrainaerobics.com or call (425) 214-2926.

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Friday, November 20, 6:00pm-9:00pm Saturday, November 21, 9:00am-5:00pm NWSA Range, Oak Harbor Cost: $25, includes a book

This class introduces students to the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for owning and using a pistol safely. Through this course, the students will learn about pistol parts and operation, ammunition, gun safety, pistol shooting fundamentals, and pistol shooting activities. The Basic Pistol Course will also help prepare the student for participation in other NRA courses. This class includes shooting on the NWSA Pistol Range, located at 886 Gun Club Road, off Oak Harbor Road. For questions or to register, call NRA instructor John Hellmann at (360) 675-8397 or email NWSA.Training@gmail.com Additional information can be found at www.northwhidbeysportsmen.org.

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the 11th. It’s a perfect time to adopt new attitudes and approaches.

CHICKEN LITTLE & THE ASTROLOGER

By Wesley Hallock

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Keeping track of all the goings-on at work on the 5th and 6th is a job in itself. At the very least, the work day goes by quickly. The 7th could be a memorable day, made special by you and a loved one. Events on or around the 11th may require some deep sleuthing to fully understand. Don’t be a Chicken Little. Dive in, dig deep, and don’t rush to hasty conclusions.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You may feel you’re exceeding your fun quota on the 5th and 6th, but don’t let it worry you.

You deserve good things or you wouldn’t get them.

Service-related duties require your attention on the 7th, perhaps with an unexpected reward. Love relationships and business partnerships require your full awareness on the 11th. Allow several days before you make any non-reversible decisions in those matters.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Your hands are full on the 5th and 6th, dealing with matters at home. If home is quiet, then busy thoughts are racing around in your head, but something has you going full steam ahead. The uproar subsides a bit on the 7th, a great time to declare a Mental Health Day and steal away to play. Keep your eye on the ball around the 11th, when curveballs and change-ups are quite likely.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Look for the action on the 5th and 6th to produce practical new ideas for solving old problems. The 7th should be especially pleasant and rewarding at home. Something on the 11th may register deeply with you, due to your sensitive feeling nature.

Several days may pass before you find the words for what you feel. Children and romantic attachments are among the areas likely to be affected.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Take full advantage of offers for financial advice on the 5th, but remember that the final decision is yours alone. Your ideas, financial and otherwise, will find their most graceful expression on the 7th. Matters at home are less than satisfying on the 11th. You won’t know why until you step back and look at matters with new eyes. The good news is that refreshing change for the better is now possible.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) You’re positively bubbling over with power on the 5th and 6th. Even though you may not feel it, your natural impulses to fix, finagle and critique will seldom have greater impact. A little extravagance on the 7th will ease tensions on the home front. Be creative. Expect confusion from siblings and teammates this week, especially on and after

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Give credit where credit is due on the 5th and 6th, and take responsibility for what’s yours.

On the 7th it’s easy for you to be more than ordinarily charming. The payoff is in proportion to your sincerity. Be kind, be considerate and don’t hold yourself back.

On the 11th, your ability to see the value others have overlooked could prove handy.

Release old beliefs and try to see matters as they are.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Group activity should be lively on the 5th and 6th, to say the least, but also surprisingly rewarding. Your sense of justice and fair play serves you well on the 7th. Events on the 11th may activate your considerable willpower and full emotional intensity. No need to feel hurried about rushing into action, however. The adage, “look before you leap,” was never more practical. Allow ample time for matters to fully reveal themselves.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) It’s time to wrap up your recent efforts in the public and professional spheres. The 5th and 6th are perfect for doing exactly that. Tie up loose ends and get ready to move on. The 7th could deliver some unexpected gains from your efforts. The 11th brings a new focus, which may be confusing until you sort it out. Large organizations filled with many faceless players may figure, as well as your inner psyche.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Your personal rulebook (the high-minded call it philosophy) may be tested on the 5th and 6th. Iron out any flaws or inconsistencies you discover before moving on. A pleasing event on the 7th may be your first opportunity to apply the rewritten rules. Your network of friends and advisors may undergo a shakeup on or after the 11th.

Related, perhaps, to the events of early week? Allow a few days before you decide.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) If you have financial investments or joint accounts, those may keep you hopping on the 5th and 6th. A partner could provide practical insights. The 7th brings a welcome change of pace, a mini-vacation, perhaps. Your public image and professional status become the focus on the 11th. Changes may be in the works, but resist premature conclusions that the sky is falling. Allow several days before making firm conclusions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) If you’re in love with love (what Pisces isn’t?) the 5th and 6th are your dream days. And if you don’t already have a partner, the 6th could deliver one. A professional contact could yield an unexpected boon on the 7th.

On and around the 11th you may find yourself doubting your most cherished and ardent beliefs about what makes life worth living. Willingness to adapt and change will advance you. © 2015, Wesley Hallock, All Rights Reserved

Chicken Little looks at what is and fears the sky is falling. The astrologer looks at what is and sees what could be. Wesley Hallock is a professional astrologer and part-time Chicken Little who has been navigating the sea of consciousness since 1982. To read past columns of Chicken Little and the Astrologer in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www.whidbeyweekly.com.

ACROSS 1. Floor it 6. Lying, maybe 10. Aquatic plant 14. Older person 15. Pink, as a steak 16. Fine-grained sedimentary rock used as fertilizer 17. Grooming articles 19. Give off, as light 20. Appropriate 21. “Dang!”

22. Auteur’s art 24. Opposed to 25. Associate 26. Advocate of limiting foreign importations 30. Peace of mind 31. “Darn it!”

32. “Much ___ About Nothing” 35. ___ cheese 36. Favorite 37. Alpine transport (hyph.)

38. Campaigner, for short 39. Apple spray 41. Slanted typeface 43. Capability of producing a desired result 46. Rise again 48. Denials

49. Clear, as a drain 50. Make, as a CD 51. Marienbad, for one 54. Face-off 55. Academic enclave (2 wds) 58. Coastal raptor 59. Opening time, maybe 60. Moist depression in a land tract 61. Abbr. after many a general’s name 62. Turned right 63. “Fiddler on the Roof” role DOWN 1. “La Scala di ___” (Rossini opera) 2. Alka-Seltzer sound 3. Cut, maybe 4. Moray, e.g.

5. Machines that deepen waterways 6. Out-and-out 7. Can of worms?

8. “... ___ he drove out of sight” 9. Highest part sung in part music 10. Catkins 11. Sad 12. Dirt 13. Church part 18. Instant

23. Western blue flag, e.g.

24. Bit 25. Sulk 26. Get ready, for short 27. Change 28. Having milky iridescence 29. Dead to the world 33. Honoree’s spot 34. Tolkien creatures 36. Clip 37. Beach shades 39. Rounded, thick, tightly curled hairstyle 40. Garment covering from ankle to knee 41. Key material 42. Wee 44. Pleated and gathered a garment 45. Accustomed 46. Less polite 47. Accustom 50. Cram, with “up” 51. Kind of song 52. Bombard 53. Length x width, for a rectangle 56. Compete 57. “I ___ you one” Answers on page 14

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MOTORCYCLES/ATVS ATV NO FEAR riding pants, like new, fancy with gold and black and white, $70 OBO cash only. Pictures available.

(360) 632-6202

AUTO/PARTS FOR SALE Driver’s side window for Honda CRV, $20 OBO, cash only, pictures available. (360) 632-6202

RV/TRAILERS Roadmaster Falcon tow bar for RV. 6000-pound capacity.

Retails for $800, selling for $395. (360) 678-7591 (1)

BOATS/PARTS FOR SALE 8’ Bucks Bronco pontoon boat.

2 urethane bladders (each pontoon), anchor system, hand pump, 2-pc. oars, Scott rod holder, 2 outcast bags, padded seat, adjustable Force fins, transport wheel, $500.

(360) 678-1051 (0)

GARAGE/ESTATE SALES Moving Sale: Everything must go. King Size Bedroom Set; Viking appliances; mens tools; some antiques; leather furniture; outdoor and indoor plants; lawn furniture; pictures. Too much to list. Call (360) 929-3541 to schedule walk through. (1)

ANNOUNCEMENTS Be the difference in a child's life and become a foster parent today! Service Alternatives is looking for caring, loving, and supportive families to support foster children. (425) 923-0451 or mostermick@ servalt-cfs.com The Whidbey Island community is encouraged to try out the paddling sport of dragon boating with the Stayin' Alive team. Our team's mission

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is to promote the physical, social, and emotional benefits of dragon boating. It has been shown to be especially beneficial to cancer survivors.

Practice with us for up to 3 times for free. Life-jackets and paddles provided. Saturdays at the Oak Harbor Marina, 8:45am. Contact njlish@ gmail.com. More info at our Facebook Page: https://www. facebook.com/NorthPugetSou ndDragonBoatClub?ref=hl

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.

JOBS WANTED Overwhelmed? Need Assistance? Honest, reliable woman ready to help with, but not limited to, caring for your loved one, housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, shopping, errands, Dr. appointments, pet and plan care.

Available daily, weekly, or on occasion. Excellent references available. Please call Denise (615) 785-1789 (0) Carpenter/Handyman looking for work and/or small odd jobs. Have tools, skill and references. All jobs considered.

Call Scott (360) 675-5470.

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Please try to limit your classified to 30 words or less, (amounts and phone numbers are counted as words) we will help edit if necessary. We charge $10/week for Vehicles, Boats, Motorcycles, RVs, Real Estate Rental/Sales, Business Classifieds and any items selling $1,000 and above. We do charge $25 to include a photo. The FREE classified space is not for business use. No classified is accepted without phone number.

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munity Thrift, $10-11 per hr.

HS diploma and ability to multitask, lift 50 lbs., driver’s license, good communication skills, and the ability to pass a criminal back ground check.

Submit applications to Community Thrift, 5518 Woodard Ave., Freeland, WA 98249.

(360) 331-5701 (3) Meerkerk Gardens in Greenbank, WA seeks Half-time gardener manager to manage 10 acres of display gardens and 43 acres of coastal woodlands. $20,000 annually. See full job description at www.meerkerkgardens.org (2) Licensed Massage Practitioner needed for high volume day spa. Commission based position, 20-30 hours per week, flexible hours, some weekends are required. No clientele needed! The right candidate should have great interpersonal skills, have a polished appearance, be a strong team player, and have a great sense of quality client care. All products are provided, as well as equipment, and a receptionist.

Resumes can be emailed to Seaside.aaron@gmail.com or dropped in person at 5 NW Front Street, Coupeville. Call for additional info (360) 6780508 (0) Coordinator/Educator for the Impaired Driving Impact Panel of Island County (IDIPIC).

Contracted position starting Jan. 2016. Appx. 20 hours a month, $20 hr, mileage, no benefits. Long-term commitment desired. Job training proNo Cheating!

vided. Email idipic@idipic.org for job description, qualifications and requirements. Please email cover letter and resume

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LESSONS Looking for guitar students.

Learn how to play guitar, oneon-on, all ages, all genres.

Progressive step instruction, beginners welcome. Excellent activity for children. Call Scott (360) 675-5470

ELECTRONICS AOC Computer monitor; 191/2” screen with cables, $25.

(360) 678-2207

HOME FURNISHINGS Four sturdy painted bookshelves. Dimensions are 9-1/2” deep x 25-1/2” high x 66” long. Two shelves, $25 each.

Call (360) 579-0316 (1) Leather covered office chair with casters, $25. Coupeville, (360) 678-7591 (0) Solid Oak Bookcase: 5 adjustable shelves, 72” H x 24” W x 9” D, $40. (360) 221-8858 (0) 2 pedestal tables, 30” x 48”, walnut formica top (one has a fitted glass cover). $10 and $15; Pedestal table, 48” diameter, walnut formica top ($25); Pedestal table, with modified rectangular shape, approximately 30” x 60” ($35). Call (360) 678-1167

LAWN AND GARDEN Adjustable lawn chair: reclines & folds, canvas, brand new, $25. (360) 221-8858 (0)

Perma Mulch rubber edging, 9 strips, each 10’ long, $7 each roll. Call (360) 678-1167

MISCELLANEOUS 7" Angle Grinder, several new wheels, will cut anything, $25; New Wenzel Hydration backpack, $10; 4-ft. aluminum level, $10; Badminton Set with portable net, case, 4 rackets, shuttlecocks, $20; Penn 712z Spinning Reel, $10; Penn #9 level wind light trolling reel, star drag, $10; Zebco spinning rod & reel, new, $10; 9-ft.

2-piece Surf Rod w/ Penn 710z Spinning Reel, $20; Custom 5.5-ft 2-piece spinning rod w/ Competitor 625 spinning reel, $10; New 25-ft. compressed air hose w/ fittings, $10; Radio, AM/FM/Short Wave/ TV/ Marine/Aircraft/CD Stereo w/ cassette deck, $35; Highland roof rack, general purpose, fits any vehicle, $15. (360) 675-7697 (1) Carpenters/workers leather tool belt, 5 pockets, 3 hangers, $35; Bagged clean wood shavings, good for storage or mulch, $5; Toro super blower, $20; Craftsman 220-mph blower, $30; Inverter, powerto-go, 12v in, 115 out, great for camping, $15; Campbell Hasfeld air compressor, $25.

(360) 678-7591 (1) ’Sweet meat' squash, $1.00/lb, great flavor. Freezes well, long lasting, I have had them last six months when stored in a cool dry area. Size varies from 5 to 25 pounds, can cut to desired size. Coupeville (360) 678-7591 (0) Tools: Craftsman 220-mph electric blower, $40; Electric hand sander, $8; 2 Black & Decker jig saws - 2-speed, $15 and variable speed, $20.

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Lumber - Rough cut dry fir.

2x10’s, 75¢ per lineal foot.

Good for building sheds and all those projects. (360) 3211624.

Hand-crafted wood model logging truck. In excellent condition. 6.5” x 32” x 9” in size. Photos available, $50.

Call (360) 678-1167

RECREATION Road Bikes: 2 in excellent shape. Both have 700c wheels, chro-Molly frames, and are 27 speed. One is a small frame with stand-over height of 28".

The second one is a medium with stand-over height of 30.5". Must see! $250 each.

(425) 238-7191 (1) Bicycles: Adult Men’s Free Spirit road bike. Single speed w/fenders & two way brakes.

Very nice condition, $45; Two boy’s bikes, good condition, $30. (360) 341-5894 (1) Golf bag by MacGregor ProOnly. Heavy-duty vinyl and leather. Comes with carrying strap and hood. Two-tone green, very good condition.

Photos available upon request, $30 or best offer; Leading Edge putter with brand new Golf Pride grip. Comes with cover, excellent condition.

Photos available upon request, $20 or best offer. Call (360) 678-1167

LOST/FOUND LOST - Red Kayak: Perception "Swifty". Probably blown ashore in Holmes Harbor in September storm. REWARD: $100 for return in usable condition. Dick (425) 4669512 (0)

ANIMALS/SUPPLIES If you or someone you know needs help in feeding pet(s), WAIF Pet Food Banks may be able to help. Pet Food Banks are located at WAIF thrift stores in Oak Harbor (50 NE Midway Blvd) and Freeland (1660 Roberta Ave) and are generously stocked by donations from the community. If you need assistance, please stop by. Donations run low on cat food but are always welcomed to help our neighbors in need!

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Maybe you just feel like you want something new. If that’s the case, one of the best places to go for all your vacuum or carpet cleaning needs is Island Sewing and Vacuum. During it’s almost 50 years in business, many a vacuum has been repaired to near mint condition and countless new and repurposed ones purchased and used with nothing less than absolute satisfaction.

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It’s easily accessible with more than adequate parking. Owner Ric and his employees’ enthusiasm for their work and to dispensing the best customer service, is evident in their friendly manner, unparalleled workmanship and expertise in the industry.

The staff at the store specialize in maintenance and repair of Dyson, Kirby, and Oreck - all of which are highly recommended for their ergonomic design and ease of use. Only the best is sold at Island Sewing and Vacuum, serving as a reflection of the dedication to the sale, repair and restoration of premium quality house care items that Ric, and his staff, are committed to providing their valued customers.

Vacuum cleaners aren’t the only items available here. Sewing machines also feature prominently. If yours is in need of a ‘checkup’ this is one ‘clinic’ which does all that and more. Antique sewing machines are repaired using 100% original parts and restored to their age old beauty. They will run perfectly with a new lease on life!

You know that your needs and that of an ailing machine are in nothing less than the most capable hands in Ric’s store, as they have a certified vacuum and sewing machine mechanic on site. This feature gives customers peace of mind knowing that only excellent workmanship will ever be provided. Add all of the incomparable quality items for sale, to the wide range of product accessories and you have already set yourself up for a wonderful long term relationship with your own, or a new or newly refurbished, machine. Did I mentioned that Ric ensures all his practices are as eco-friendly as possible? Yes! He recycles everything wherever he can making Island Sewing and Vacuum’s services even more appealing than they already were!

For the best customer experience, the staff at Island Sewing and Vacuum will make your trip in to the store worth more than its weight in gold and are happy to find products and deals which fit your budget and needs. Stop in and take a look for yourself on 31570 SR 20, Suite #101 in Oak Harbor, call them at (360) 679 2282 or visit their website at www.islandsewandvac.com.

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