Whidbey Weekly, November 19th, 2015

November 19 - November 25, 2015

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How exciting it was last Friday the 13th.

Perfect timing was in the air as I arrived at Pay-Less in Freeland in time for the morning departure of the Christmas train.

A small crowd had formed around the base of the train station to watch the stationary moose, cascading skiers, and massive evergreens dance in the breeze as the Santa Fe locomotive pulled the train around the Jay Railroad line of Blain Mountain.

Older men broke out their cell phones to photograph the locomotive as it came around the bend, on its way to another bend around.

Fortunately, having once lived in Bend, I could relate.

I waved at the plastic brakeman standing in back of the caboose as it roared by. Maybe the plastic man did not see me. Maybe he had not had his coffee. Maybe he was in search of a box of Special K on the adjoining aisle and did not have time to wave back.

I think I will go back in the morning to see if anyone has moved the moose. Even for a grocery store moose, he seemed a bit too close to the tracks. As a concerned citizen, I will drop a note to Nikki and Nancy who set up this magnificent display every year to make certain the moose does not get dis-meesed.

Go Oilers Nestled within the rolling hills of the Allegheny Mountains, in the valley that changed the world, is the city of Oil City, Pennsylvania, once the cornerstone of the petroleum industry. Oil City, an All-American City in 1964's Look Magazine poll, was home to Quaker State, Pennzoil, Amalie, Wolfs Head, Kendall, and other major suppliers of liquid gold.

When I arrived in Oil City, a new boy in school in 1963, I was more scared than I had ever been. After nine years in Columbus, Ohio, why would I not be scared? A new kid in 11th grade. No friends. No house. Staying in a hotel down the street from Kresge's, and further down the street from Woolworth's and Isaly's, how was a kid from Buckeye country going to get by without Frisch's Big Boy and White Castle?

Well, I made it despite the lack of familiar fast food. I discovered hoagies and subs and all those wonderful lunch meats. I discovered Wise potato chips and Snyder's pretzels. Hold the pimiento loaf and head cheese.

More importantly, I discovered a school where high school football was secondary to wrestling. These oil region boys were big, real big. Our wrestling team was riddled with state champs in half a dozen weight classes. In fact, my first day of school, I was sent right to the lunch hall to begin beefing up. I was even appointed a classmate named Beef Saunders to make sure I had cleaned my plate.

Well, the beefing has continued in Oil City.

Fifty plus years later, Oil City Senior High School has out done itself.

Last month, a girl scored a touchdown for our football team.

Yep, a girl.

“Mackenzie Riley,” according to Sam Gordon, Venango County correspondent for the Titusville Herald, “is the only girl ever to make it onto the Oiler's roster that at one time was a boy's only sport. Riley related her zeal for the game and her story on how the opportunity came along to be on the playing field.”

Gordon quotes Riley's post touchdown remarks–”I was waiting until I was healthy enough again to play, but it was about me being healthy before, it was playing to get healthy. I knew I wanted to play again and, especially, be the first girl to do it.”

I have re-read Mackenzie's first sentence three times and it still makes no sense to me.

Maybe the proofreader in Titusville dropped a diphthong?

The following quote from TD Riley, in answer

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“I don't feel intimidated by the boys because I've gotten used to it. Just because someone is over 6 feet tall or weighs over 200 pounds doesn't mean anything. You never know how hard someone is going to hit you until they hit you. This is a sport that you can't be scared, you can't be afraid, you just have to do it. As the coach says, 'Lock on live legs'.”

No wonder I did not play football at Oil City Senior High. I was not smart enough to understand the coach.

Lock on live legs? What does that mean?

Thanks to star running back Dave Straub, Oiler class of 1966, and his lovely wife Sue, for sharing the above news about Mackenzie Riley. Dave also played for the Dawgfather, Don James, when James coached at Kent State, before Straub became an oil baron on Petroleum Street. Tour buses arrive and depart daily despite the warning signs in their yard.

Cash at the Dock The feds will be sending a check for 10 million dollars to somebody in Mukilteo to make improvements at the local ferry terminal.

Couldn't they spill a little bit of that for our side to bring back Shirley's? Seems to me the feds would all want us to arrive on the mainland with a full stomach instead of our typical wound up coffee selves.

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For the man who has everything, how about the Resolute Desk Replica, item #101, for only seven thousand dollars?

Each desk, hand carved mahogany, is a replica of the desk given to President Rutherford B. Hayes by Queen Victoria in 1880. The original desk was made from the oak timbers of the British ship HMS Resolute. Each desk is fitted with a panel carved with the presidential coat of arms. The desk is 6 feet by 4 feet, and 31 inches tall. Please allow four weeks for delivery. Add another $750 for shipping and handling. Amazon Prime won't work on this puppy.

For the woman who has everything, how about the First Ladies Flash Cards, item #117?

Next time some jerk wants you to flash him, whip out one of your forty-four First Ladies Flash Cards. Have at it with the trivia shared on these colorful 4-5/8 by 3-1/8 inch renderings. At only $16.95, about forty cents a pop, you could be the smartest flasher in the cul-de-sac.

For the kid who has nothing, how about several 100% polyester plush pets? Choose from Fala, the Scottish Terrier often seen at the side of FDR; Rebecca, the beloved pet raccoon of President Calvin Coolidge and his wife Grace; Socks, Chelsea Clinton's adopted stray cat; or Macaroni, Caroline Kennedy's pony?

Bo, the Portuguese Water Dog, is shipped dry to save on postage.

Yes, the holidays approach as we prepare for the nauseating repetitions of Bobby Helms' Jingle Bell Rock, and Mel Torme's anything.

In the meantime, we can all be thankful we do not need to wrap anything for Thanksgiving except our leftovers.

Cut-Rite to the kitchen, here we go!

To read past columns of On Track in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www.whidbeyweekly.com.

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Bits & Pieces Oak Harbor and the car just ahead of you catches your attention. It’s proceeding just under the speed limit and you notice that it is repeatedly drifting back and forth across the fog line on the highway. The speed of the vehicle is inconsistent. Is the driver impaired because he/she is ‘under the influence’ or is something else going on?

Letters to the Editor Editor, A resounding thank you to the group of volunteers who assisted our office by processing tax mail in 2015!

Your generosity in donating your time to help us open mail in April, May, October, and November allowed us to complete our processing by a few days after the payment deadlines.

Your labor created efficiencies by allowing Treasurer’s Office staff to post payments faster, and deposit money in the bank sooner.

Thank each of you for returning year after year to spend time with us, trade stories, and for allowing us to honor you with an appreciation breakfast: Bob and Beulah Whitlow, Maddie Rose, Margaret Vasquez, Lionel Peoples, Janet Ballard, Jean Salls, Carrie Merkley, Maggie Packzkowski, Elisa Rabine, Janet Gardner, Pamela Kaiser, and in memoriam, Betty Gewald.

Wanda Grone, Island County Treasurer, and the Treasurer’s Office Staff

Editor, “I honestly believe that there’s not been a single cultural change or big movement that didn’t have the voice of the religious community,” It’s crucial.” - Rev. Sally Bingham We hope you can join us Sunday afternoon 11/29/15 at 12:15pm at Trinity Lutheran Church in Freeland for the Whidbey/Paris Global Climate Rally. The degradation of Creation and its impacts are a moral crisis which is why the Greening Congregations of Whidbey are having a rally in solidarity with people all over the planet. Millions will be joining their voices in a plea to the world and its leaders for climate justice prior to the UN Climate talks convening in Paris on November 20, 2015. It is critical that meaningful action be taken there.

Q: What do Paris, France and Whidbey Island, Washington have in common? A: We share the same planet. A planet whose life support system, the vitality of its land and ocean, is threatened by human activity. All major religions are in agreement with Reverend Billy Graham, “The growing possibility of our destroying ourselves and the world with our own neglect and excess is tragic and very real.” And so as Pope Francis has said, “The work of the Church seeks not only to remind everyone of the duty to care for nature, but at the same time she must above all protect mankind from self-destruction....it seems to me also that climate change is a problem which can no longer be left to a future generation. When it comes to protecting our common home, we are living at a critical moment in history.”

The Greening Congregations of Whidbey Island include: St Hubert’s Catholic Church, St Augustine in the Woods, Trinity Lutheran, Langley United Methodist, Whidbey Quakers, Unity of Whibdey, and the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Whidbey Island. If your congregation would like to be a greening congregation visit the Earth Ministry website to see how. Trinity Lutheran is located on 18341 State Route 525.

More than likely these days, that driver is distracted by one or more driving activities, such as using a cell phone, texting or eating.

Of the three main types of distraction - taking your eyes off of the road, taking your hands off the steering wheel or taking your mind off of driving - texting while driving is especially dangerous because it combines all three.

Each day in the United States, almost 10 people are killed and more than 1,150 are injured in crashes involving a distracted driver.

In 2011 alone, nearly one in five crashes (17%) in which someone was injured involved distracted driving. Moreover, in 2012, 3,328 people were killed and another 421,000 were injured in motor vehicle crashes involving a distracted driver.

A 2011 Centers for Disease Control study on mobile device use, while driving, revealed that 69% of drivers in the United States ages 18-64 reported that they had talked on their cell phone while driving within the 30 days before they were surveyed. Among this same group, 31% reported that they had read or sent text messages or emails while driving at least once during the same time period.

Texting, in particular, takes the driver’s attention away from driving more frequently, and for longer periods than other distractions.

Younger, inexperienced drivers under age 20 appear to be at increased risk since they have the highest proportion of distraction-related fatal crashes.

Although exceptions exist, drivers in Washington State are prohibited from holding cell phones and other wireless communications devices to their ears and are prohibited from text messaging. The distracted driving fine is $124 and can be more if an accident results.

A driver talking on a cell phone is as impaired as a drunk driver with a blood-alcohol level of 0.08. One who is texting is as impaired as a driver with a 0.16 blood-alcohol level – twice the legal limit!

Distracted driving is a serious public health hazard that could affect every one of us. We can do more to prevent needless accidents by adopting sensible driving habits, which exclude the use of cell phones and other mobile devices. If we observe what appears to be a distracted driver in front of us, we should call 911 and report the vehicle to the appropriate authorities. By doing our part, we can make our roadways safer and avoid some of the senseless tragedies that befall our community.

Marshall F. Goldberg, M.D., M.P.H., Oak Harbor

Shifty Sailors’ Last Performance of the Year The Shifty Sailors are celebrating a very successful 2015 schedule by performing for locals on Friday, November 20 at 7:00pm in the Coupeville Rec Hall.

In 2015, besides performing at their usual festivals, the Shifty Sailors recorded their sixth CD (“Home of the Sails – Penn Cove”) and toured numerous seaports on Vancouver Island.

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Often classified as a “Shanty Group”, director Vern Olsen is quick to point out that shanteys (work songs from the days of sail) are only a small part of their repertoire. Vern refers to the group as one that sings about anything dealing with the sea. “Yes, we sing shanties, but it also includes songs about lighthouses; shipwrecks; fishing; military; songs of fishes and whales, and last but not least, drinking songs.”

You are driving south on SR 20 just south of

Besides not being a “Shantey Group”, they

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also are not a “Barbershop Ensemble” or a “Men’s Chorus”. They are a classification all their own.

Formed in 1993, this group just completed its 22nd year. Everyone in this group of 20 men resides on Whidbey Island. During their 22 years they have recorded six popular CDs, and, if you like them, take one (or six) home with you.

On four different occasions they followed the Tall Ship Festivals in Europe, singing at festivals in Bergen, Norway; Tallinn, Estonia; Riga, Latvia; Gdynia, Poland; Leubeck, Germany; Waterford, Ireland; Cherbourg, France; and Prague, Czech Republic. They have also sung at Tall Ship Festivals in Maui, Hawaii and Newport, Rhode Island.

In North America, besides Vancouver Island, they have toured the seaports of New England and the United States West Coast.

If you miss this concert, you will have to wait until the Spring to hear the Shifty Sailors again. Put Friday, November 20 on your calendar and get ready for another night of entertaining Shifty music.

Tickets are $15, children under 12 are free.

Ticket outlets are: Wind & Tide Bookstore in Oak Harbor; bayleaf, Far from Normal and Salty Mug in Coupeville; the Cheese Shop in Greenbank; and Moonraker Books in Langley.

[Submitted by Vern Olsen, Shifty Sailors]

Transgender Day of Remembrance Ceremony Held at Unity of Whidbey A Transgender Day of Remembrance memorial ceremony will be held at Unity of Whidbey (5671 Crawford Road in Langley) on Friday, November 20 at 7:00pm.

The annual Transgender Day of Remembrance honors the memory of people murdered in acts of anti-transgender violence. It is observed on November 20 in recognition of the 1998 unsolved murder of Rita Hester in Boston, MA. The memorial ceremony is open to anyone who would like to hold space for those lost to anti-transgender violence. Participants are invited to bring a small item for a memorial altar. Carpool options available.

Questions may be directed to WINTER facilitator Skye Newkirk at whidbeyislandtrans@ gmail.com or (417) 225-8288.

WINTER or Whidbey Island Network of Transgender Education and Resources, serves transgender, gender nonconforming, and gender questioning youth and adults on Whidbey Island. Services include monthly youth group gatherings, fun community events for all transgender and gender nonconforming youth and adults (and their allies), and educational presentations for community organizations.

[Submitted by Kathryn Lynn Morgen]

Whidbey General Doctor to Speak on Early Detection for Lung Cancer

Start Your Own Investment “Traditions” Thanksgiving is just around the corner. And like all holidays, this one has plenty of traditions, such as Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade (started in 1924) and football (the first broadcast Thanksgiving Day game was played between the Detroit Lions and the Chicago Bears in 1934). Traditions are important, and you may want to establish some in one of the key activities of your own life: investing.

So, what sort of investment traditions could you start? Here are a few ideas: • Invest regularly. By definition, engaging in a tradition means performing the same acts over and over. This type of behavior can impose discipline and consistency to your investing.

For example, consider contributing the same amount of money each month to the same investments. When the price of these investments is down, your contribution will pay for more shares – in other words, you’ll be “buying low,” one of the key principals of investing. And when the price of your investments is up, you’ll be a savvy enough investor to buy fewer shares. Over a long period, this technique can help lower the per-share price of your investments, but it does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss. To make it easier to follow through, you could set up monthly, automatic purchases of these investments from your checking or savings account.

• Increase 401(k) contributions when you get a raise. Why not make it a tradition to boost your contributions to your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored plan every time your salary increases? Your 401(k) is a great way to save for retirement, as your contributions are typically made with pretax dollars, resulting in lower taxable income, and your earnings can grow on a tax-deferred basis. Even if you don’t reach the contribution limit (which, in 2015, is $18,000, or $24,000 if you’re 50 or older), you can help yourself make progress toward your retirement goals if you give your 401(k) a “raise” every time you get one.

• Review your progress at least once a year.

Pick one day a year – perhaps a “milestone” day, such as your birthday or wedding anniversary – to review your overall investment picture. Are your investments performing the way you had hoped? Is your portfolio properly diversified, or are there gaps you need to address? Are you investing too aggressively or too conservatively? A yearly review of your investments and long-term financial strategy, possibly with the help of a financial advisor, can help keep you on track toward your objectives.

Of course, you don’t need to wait 12 months before looking over your situation; you may need to adjust your holdings during the course of any given year, in response to changes in the financial markets or your individual needs. But by committing yourself to at least one full-scale review a year, you can greatly reduce unpleasant “surprises” while staying abreast of exactly where you are and where you’re headed.

November is Lung Cancer Awareness month.

Thanks to new lung cancer screening technology, smokers and past smokers may have a new lease on a long life.

On Thanksgiving, you can enjoy the holiday’s traditions, along with those that may be unique to your family. And someday, you may well be thankful that you followed some productive investment “traditions.”

Whidbey General’s Diagnostic Imaging department now offers cutting-edge, low-dose radiation lung cancer screenings in partnership with RADIA, a Pacific Northwest radiology group.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

Radiologist Dr. Robert Hawkins will talk about Whidbey General’s Low Dose CT Lung Screenings at 9:00am Monday, November 30 in the Oak Harbor Library meeting room, 1000 SE Regatta Dr. “We want to offer this care to our patients, because we want to do everything we can to make sure everyone can enjoy their retirement years,” says diagnostic imaging department manager Jack Durbin.

Jeffery C. Pleet, CLU®, ChFC®

Financial Advisor 630 SE Midway Blvd.

Oak Harbor, WA 98277 (360) 679-2558 jeffery.pleet@edwardjones.com

www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC

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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

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BOOK SIGNING Saturday, November 21 1-2pm Wind & Tide Bookstore 790 Pioneer Way • Oak Harbor

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Sunday, December 6, 2:00pm Whidbey Island Nordic Lodge 63 Jacobs Rd, Coupeville

Join us to kick off the Holiday Season!

Drawings for 6 gift certificates of $25 & $50 Refreshments will be served.

Come and see all the Holiday Decor and Gift Ideas!

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For every $20 purchase made at participating businesses, earn one green ticket for a chance to win $1,000 cash!

Receive tickets directly from businesses in Historic Downtown or take your receipts from participating Oak Harbor businesses to one of the redemption businesses along Pioneer Way to receive your tickets.

For more information and list of participating businesses, visit www.OakHarborMainStreet.com Drawing will be held at 5pm on Saturday, December 19th, at Harborside Village Mall. Must be 18 years or older to participate.

Must be present to win.

Visit THE SHOP at Whidbey General Hospital for unique holiday gifts including Hawks Gear.

Our Pre-Thanksgiving Sale begins Thursday, November 19 Open Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm Call for extended holiday hours 360-678-7656 x3901

THE SHOP is located in WGH 101 N. Main St. • Coupeville

Whidbey Island Democrats Holiday Gathering 2015

Sat, Nov 21, 10am-5pm

$1,000 GREEN TICKET November 7th - December 19th Look for the Green Ticket in the Windows of all Participating Businesses!

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Share the holiday spirit with friends and neighbors, review this year’s events, and have some fun.

Featuring light foods, music, and a great raffle of donations from local businesses and club members MC will be Art Huffine.

Suggested donation is $5 at the door.

For details, RSVP, and raffle items visit http://WhidbeyIslandDemocrats.org or call 360-678-6028

ISLAND COUNTY FAIR ASSOCIATION PRESENTS:

Country Christmas at the Fair

FridaY, NovEMBER 27 • 2pm-7pm sat & sun • Nov. 28-29, Dec. 5-6 10am-3pm (Lunch Available)

Coffman Building Island County Fairgrounds

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CUSTOMER APPRECIATION SALE 20% OFF Almost Everything in the store*

Stop by for refreshments, desserts, door prizes & holiday savings 1609 Main Street • Freeland • Open daily 8am-7pm • Sun 9am-6pm • 360-331-6799 *Sale Items, Honda, Fireplaces & Stihl Equipment are excluded. Not valid on prior purchases

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Oak Harbor Winter Market Saturdays thru December 19, 10:00am-3:00pm Hummingbird Farm, Oak Harbor All entries are listed chronologically, unless there are multiple entries for the same venue or are connected to a specific organization (such as Sno-Isle Libraries) in which case all entries for that venue or organization are listed collectively in chronological order under one heading.

The Lion in Winter Thursday, November 19, 7:30pm Friday, November 20, 7:30pm Saturday, November 21, 7:30pm Sunday, November 22, 2:30pm 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.

For additional information, call 679-2237, or visit whidbeyplayhouse.com.

Saturday, November 21, 10:00am Community Park, Langley All proceeds will benefit the development of the proposed campground at the South Whidbey Community Park. The registration fees are $30 for adults, $20 for students and an immediate family maximum of $80. Check-in will be from 8:30am until 9:30am and the run/walk will begin at 10:00am. All participants, volunteers, and spectators are also encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to benefit the Good Cheer Food Bank. Registration is available at www.swparks.org.

Mutiny Bay Antiques Holiday Open House Saturday, November 21, 10:00am-5:00pm Mutiny Bay Antiques, Freeland

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Jr.​

Come see all the holiday decor and gift ideas.

Drawings for 6 gift certificates of $25 to $50. Refreshments will be served. Mutiny Bay Antiques is located at 1612 Main Street.

Friday, November 20, 7:00pm Saturday, November 21, 7:00pm Sunday, November 22, 2:00pm Whidbey Children’s Theater, Langley

Book Signing Saturday, November 21, 1:00pm-2:00pm Wind & Tide Bookstore, Oak Harbor

Step into the enchanted world of Disney’s Beauty and The Beast JR. directed by Melanie Lowey and Bonnie Stinson. Tickets are $8 for students 18 and under, $16 for adults & seniors and available at www.wctmagic.org or by calling (360) 221-8707.

McIntyre Hall Presents: The Boom Booms Thursday, November 20, 7:30pm McIntyre Hall, Mount Vernon Tickets: Reserved Seating $22, Box Seats $30 The Boom Booms are an Indie Soul band from Vancouver, BC made up of brothers, childhood friends and family ties. The Boom Booms love and live for the road. Tickets and information available through the McIntyre Hall Box Office, (360) 416.7727 ext. 2 or online at www.mcintyrehall.org. McIntyre Hall is located on the Mount Vernon Campus of Skagit Valley College.

Community Garage Sale Saturday, November 21, 9:00am-3:00pm Deer Lagoon Grange, Langley Open to everyone that would like to bring their items to sell at a great venue. Deer Lagoon Grange will accept donations for its building restoration fund and the people who want to sell their items will keep their proceeds. Buy a table for $20, set up on Friday, bring your stuff, and take home your money.

Please call (360) 222-3110 or email judypro@ whidbey.com for more information. Deer Lagoon Grange is located at 5142 Bayview Road.

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Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run and Walk

Local author Gail Rognan will be signing copies of her new book “I Lost Two Boobs and Gained Two Balls”. She will share her raw, candid account of being diagnosed with cancer and how she “grew a pair”, realizing that in order to live she had to speak up and risk being judged and criticized. Each chapter of “I Lost Two Boobs and Gained Two Balls” offers tips and resources for current cancer patients and chronicles Rognan’s journey.

There will be copies of her book available to purchase. Copies also available at www.iuniverse.com

Annual Crab Dinner and Auction Saturday, November 21, 4:30pm Nordic Lodge, 63 Jacobs Road, Coupeville Tickets are $50 each or $375 for a table of 8 and can be purchased at bayleaf, Penn Cove Veterinary or by emailing fawnfabrizi@yahoo. com or calling (360) 672-5853. Proceeds benefit the Coupeville High School Booster Club.

WICA Presents: A Walker Family Thanksgiving Saturday, November 21, 7:30pm WICA, Langley Tickets: $22 Enjoy original and traditional songs performed

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Saturday, November 21, 7:30pm McIntyre Hall, Mount Vernon Tickets: Reserved Seating $25, Box Seats $35 Some performers become so iconic that they never grow old. One such group is The Brothers Four. Now proudly celebrating their Golden Anniversary! The smooth, musical sounds of The Brothers Four have delighted millions for five exciting decades. Folk songs from America, Ireland, Scotland, Africa, Japan, and China round out a repertoire of acoustic tunes old and new. Tickets and information available through the McIntyre Hall Box Office, (360) 416.7727 ext. 2 or online at www.mcintyrehall.org. McIntyre Hall is located on the Mount Vernon Campus of Skagit Valley College.

Country Christmas at the Fair Friday, November 27, 2:00pm-7:00pm Saturday, November 28, 10:00am-3:00pm Sunday, November 29, 10:00am-3:00pm Whidbey Island Fairgrounds, Langley Featuring local artists and crafters in a gift boutique of unique and one of a kind gift items, baked goods, and art. Lunch will be available for purchase. For more information, contact Marilyn Gabelein at megab@whidbey. com. Located in the Coffman Building, Whidbey Island Fairgrounds, 819 Camano Ave.

Eagles Club Holiday Bazaar Saturday, November 28, 10:00am-4:00pm Eagles Club #3418, Langley Come find that special holiday gift item for a family member or special friend. Lots of unique stuff offered by local artists and vendors. Free candy canes and raffle tickets at the front door for surprise drawings. This is a free event for folks of all ages. For more information, call the Eagles at (360) 321-5636. The Eagles Club is located at 16691 Highway 525.

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See schedule below Cost: Free Meet the Author: Jay Jacobs Thursday, November 19, 3:00pm Oak Harbor Library “The Widow Wave” is three stories in one: a riveting nonfiction courtroom drama, a tragic sea story, and a widow’s determination to clear her husband’s name.

Tabletop Teens & Tweens Friday, November 20, 12:00pm-2:00pm Coupeville Library In honor of International Games Day, it’s time to geek out and try your hand at some unique board and card games! Games include Munchkin, Gloom, Once Upon a Time, Balderdash, Cranium, and more. If you have a tabletop game you would like to play, feel free to bring it. Whatever we choose, whether you’re an expert or a newbie, we’re sure to have fun!

For teens and tweens. Snacks provided.

Sports Mania Health Fair Friday, November 20, 1:00pm-3:00pm Coupeville Elementary School Multipurpose Room Get moving and join us for this annual event sponsored by Whidbey General Hospital, Coupeville Elementary School PTA, and SnoIsle Libraries.

Movie Matinee @ the Library “Into The Woods” 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.

International Games Day Saturday, November 21, 10:00am-2:00pm Clinton Library

Friday, December 4, 7:00pm Sunday, December 6, 4:00pm First United Methodist Church, Oak Harbor Presented by the Whidbey Community Chorus. Admission is free, donations gratefully accepted. The First United Methodist Church is located at 1050 SE Ireland Street.

Whidbey Democrats Holiday Gathering 2015 Sunday, December 6, 2:00pm Nordic Lodge, 63 Jacobs Rd, Coupeville Suggested Donation: $5 at the door Share the holiday spirit with friends and neighbors, review this year’s events, and have some

Saturday, November 21, 10:00am-3:00pm Freeland Library Drop in as we join over a thousand libraries around the world for the eighth annual celebration of gaming in libraries. We will have board games and card games for everyone to come and play! Ask at the library for a schedule of activities.

Friends of the Clinton Library Book Sale Saturday, November 21, 10:00am-3:00pm Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S Central Avenue

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Saturday, November 21, 10:30am-12:00pm Oak Harbor Library Indulge your wild side when you meet live, local birds of prey! Join Master Falconer and long-time Whidbey Islander Steve Layman for a presentation on the modern day applications of the ancient art of falconry. Animal enthusiasts ages 7 to 70 are welcome!

Tools for Control - Diabetes Health Fair Saturday, November 21, 2:00pm-5:00pm Oak Harbor Library Whidbey General Hospital Diabetes Health Group presents this 3-hour health fair addressing the challenges of living with diabetes.

Includes speakers, displays, breakout sessions, and an “ask the expert” panel. More information and registration at milled@whidbeygen. org or telephone (360) 678-7656 ext 2661; please indicate which breakout session you will attend - diet tips, or prevention and treatment of diabetic nephropathy.

Return of the River Movie Screening Sunday, November 22, 2:00pm-3:30pm Oak Harbor Library Monday, November 30, 1:30pm-3:30pm Coupeville Library Return of the River tells the story of the remarkable campaign to set the Elwha River free, culminating in the largest dam removal in U.S. history. The award-winning documentary follows a group of committed people as they attempt the impossible: to change public opinion and remove the dam. The community comes to consensus, showing the way to a more sustainable future. Return of the River is a film infused with hope.

Painting With Carla Walsh @ Your Library Tuesday, November 24, 2:00pm Clinton Library Experience the joy of creating a fall watercolor painting under the guidance of Carla Walsh.

Religious Services Christianity and Islam Sunday, November 22, 9:00am & 11:00am Grace Community Church, Oak Harbor 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.

Meetings and Organizations Soroptimist of South Whidbey Island Thursday, November 19, 5:30pm-7:30pm Maple Ridge Assisted Living Center, Freeland The meeting will be in the Multi-purpose room from. This monthly meeting is the business meeting for the club.

Soroptimist means “best for women”. The Soroptimist of South Whidbey is a club of individuals from the community who support Soroptimist International’s mission of improving the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. Their vision is for women and girls to have the resources and opportunities to reach their full potential and live their dreams.

South Whidbey Garden Club Friday, November 20, 9:30am St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Clinton

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Classes, Seminars and Workshops Dan’s Classic Ballroom See website for schedules/fees www.dansclassicballroom.com (360)720-2727. Group & Private Lessons, Adults, Teens, Children, Wedding Dances, Special Events/Parties.

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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 Thursday, November 19, 6:45pm Oak Harbor Library Meeting Room Open to all, no late admittance. Required by local driving schools for driver’s education students and parents. For more information, call (360) 672-8219 or visit www.idipic.org.

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NRA Basic Pistol Class 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.

Skywarn Weather Spotter Training Wednesday, December 2, 6:30pm-9:00pm Commissioner’s Hearing Room, Coupeville The effects of severe weather are felt every year on Whidbey Island. You can help your friends and neighbors prepare for such events by becoming a Skywarn volunteer. The SKYWARN program consists of nearly 290,000 trained volunteer severe weather spotters across the country. These volunteers help keep their local communities safe by providing timely and accurate reports of severe weather to the National Weather Service.

The doors open at 9:00am, the business meeting starts at 9:30am, and the program starts at 10:30am with refreshments provided.

What you will learn: Basics of thunderstorm development; fundamentals of storm structure; identifying potential severe weather features; what information to report; how to report it; basic severe weather safety.

Program: Joy and Craig Johnson of Freeland will share their passion and years of studying and observing Puget Sound birds and wildlife habitat with our garden club. Their DVD, “Birds, Backyard Habitats and Beyond” beautifully illustrates what can happen when native

To register for this class, send your name and email address to: dem@co.island.wa.us (Class size limited to 40 people). Please put Whidbey Weather Spotter Training in the Subject line.

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Fish, Fur & Fowl

by Ed Oldham

LATE ELK AND DUCKS TO CLOSE OUT NOVEMBER Well I appreciate all the feedback I received from the last article. Seems there are a lot of readers who feel the same way about their dog as I do and it made me feel good to hear from you. One thing I really love about writing these articles is hearing from the readers.

Now that November is over half way through there are some late big game seasons coming up which will more than likely be the last chance for many to harvest an animal or we will be eating tag stew this year.

One of the most popular is the late archery and muzzle loader deer and elk seasons. I personally love the late archery hunt and hope I can break away from work to spot and stalk some animals during the Thanksgiving weekend.

The general elk season is exciting with the elk in the rut. Nothing like hearing the valleys come alive with the call of bulls raging with hormones and I love the cool crisp days of November. The air can be so clear you can see for miles. Many hunters this year, on the east side, had to contend with smoke from the many forest fires that plagued the state.

Last year the camp was just plain cold. The first day we pulled into camp it was wet and raining. The camp area we use was a mud pit and getting our trailer into a spot proved to be challenging. The next couple of days the temperature dropped and never really got out of the teens all week.

The mud down at camp was completely frozen and stayed that way the rest of the time we were there.

The techniques we used were much different than the first hunt of the year. Instead of listening for the bulls to give up their locations we pretty much either spot and stalked or we tried positioning ourselves along their travel roots from feeding areas to where they would bed down for the day.

With the cold temperatures and the number of hunters in the area we realized quickly the elk were moving later in the day than we thought they would. This was useful information because it allowed us to one, sleep in a bit more – always a plus – and two, when we finally headed out into the woods most of the hunters had returned to their camps for lunch.

Paying attention and noting conditions and habits like that can make the difference.

Now I’d like to say we had quite a few success stories in camp but it wasn’t until the last day one of my friends harvested a really nice cow. The funny thing about it is he was on his way to camp after being dropped off at the top of the ridge above our camp. It was also just a hundred yards or so up on a skip road so retrieving it was so much easier than quartering and packing the meat out.

For those of you headed out next week, I wish you all the luck possible. It has been a good year overall for big game hunters and I can’t wait to see what the late seasons bring. It truly is a great time of the year to be out in the woods before winter hits and I hope it hits hard. We really need it.

Waterfowl hunters are just loving the cooler weather the last week has brought our way. Couple it with this rain and wind and you have some conditions which add up to successful hunts. It will also start forcing birds out of the north. Nothing like seeing fresh birds cupping their wings ready to set into your decoy spread. A sight many of us live for.

One thing some hunters overlook is their decoy spread. This has a lot to do with how successful a day could be. When you get to your spot and set up be sure to survey the area around you. You can observe what the ducks are doing and tailor your spread to what they respond to.

In areas that have a lot of pressure I have found a small decoy spread works better than a real big one. Ducks and geese become un-easy when they see lots of other birds congregated together and can be turned off from a spread which might otherwise be successful.

One thing I really like to observe is what the ducks are actually doing when they land. We have all been there in the field and have had a flock cup and land out of shotgun range. When they do, watch what they do. Are they packed tightly together or are they spread out? The shape of their group can provide you with clues about how you should be setting up yours decoys. Be sure to also observe the weather conditions. Doing all this will give you some valuable tools you can use, it will save you time later in the season and will help jump start your season next year.

My last bit of advice would be about calling. It is an art in itself. I usually always have my calls in my truck so I can practice when I am by myself throughout the year.

Now I don’t claim to be the greatest caller in the world, and this is just my opinion, but I have seen hunters out there who just call way too much. I have sat there hardly calling at all other than a quack or a feeder call and the ducks would skip the spread of the “constant callers” and make a bee line for mine. It happens and it happens a lot. I think I have seen more hunters who over-call than those who don’t call enough.

Watching ducks in the wild you’ll see they don’t talk a whole lot and we are trying to mimic nature so that’s what I do.

Last piece of advice I have is being safe. I have hunted a bunch of different seasons with various weapons and, by far, duck hunting has been where I have had the closest calls. I have almost been shot and I have almost drowned by stepping in the wrong spot. There are a lot of other things that can really put a hurting on you so exercise some caution when out in the field.

I would love to hear more from you so please send reports, suggestions of what you might like some advice on, pictures and comments to me at whidbeyfishfurandfowl@gmail.com. Until next time enjoy your Thanksgiving and be thankful for all this great state, and life, has to offer.

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Life Tributes JEFFREY VAN DEN TOP Jeffrey Van Den Top, long-time resident of Mount Vernon, quietly passed away at home November 4 after a hard fought battle with cancer. He was 64 years old.

Jeff was the second of five children born to Ellen and the late Andrew Van Den Top. He was faithfully raised in the Protestant Reformed Church and educated in Lynden Christ tian schools. He trained in carpentry at 16 years old, leading to nearly 50 years in the industry where he gave numerous people the opportunity that launched their careers. He gave employment to those who needed it, and passed on his work ethic wand his eye for detail.

In 1989, Jeff met Melinda who would become his wife. Over the years they built a beautiful park-like estate and world class sporting clays course, which he continually dreamed of improving. They entertained largely and loved each other deeply.

Melinda was by his side and cared for Jeff throughout his illness, meeting his every need.

Jeff’s passion for the shooting sports lives on in the ranges he was instrumental in building and rebuilding over the past thirty years, in the hearts, minds, and trophy cabinets of those he coached, and in the halls of fame. Those fortunate enough to be influenced by his philosophy of being “calm, sure and confident” continue to honor him in reaching their own goals.

Jeff was preceded in death by his father Andrew. He is survived by his devoted wife Melinda, at the family home; mother Ellen of Lynden, WA; brother Loren (Carolyn), sisters Viney (Vernon), Marilyn, and Kim (Ernie); and their children Dorie, Camrin (Misha), Kari (Doug), Andrew (Breena) and Shelby, 22 grand children, as well as a large extended family. His humorous and generous nature lives on through them.

A memorial service was held Saturday, November 14, 2015, at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Mount Vernon, WA with a reception following.

Flowers are appreciated. Donations in Jeff’s memory may be made to Washington Youth Education in Shooting Sports, a 501c3, through Mike Musga, WAYESS treasurer at 253-5696828 or to the trust which allowed for the compassionate care received by Jeff and his family in his final days, the Linda Bollinger Charity Fund c/o C.F. Knappe, trustee at PO BOX 246, Clearlake, WA 98235.

Please share your thoughts of Jeff and sign the online book of memories at www.whidbeymemorial.com.

Arrangements are under the care of Whidbey Memorial, Oak Harbor, WA.

TOM RICHARDSON

While he travelled the world throughout his life, Tom Richardson passed away at home in Bellingham, WA, Tuesday, Novebmer 10 (aged 73) not far from where he grew up, surrounded by his . high school sweetheart and ever-patient wife of 52 years, Kathy, and his independent and beloved daughters Susan and Laura.

Tom was born in Honolulu, HI during WWII while his father, Gerald, was stationed at Pearl Harbor in the US Navy. Tom’s mother, Flo, was a lifelong model of unconditional love, and Tom adored her.

Tom’s most passionate roles were ones that helped other people and had meaning - he described his true calling as a “lieutenant colonel in the war on poverty,” and even as he freely enjoyed the benefits of being born into an advantaged society, believed the world would be much better if it were more equitable. His varied career included paid and unpaid stints as a University Professor in Guam, Small Business Owner, Property Realtor/Developer, President of the WA Chapter of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, Red Cross Emergency Vehicle Driver in Louisiana following Hurricane Katrina, Board Member of the Private Industry Council, Advocate for the Lummi Nation, Member and Chairman of the Board of Math Education Cooperative, Government Lobbyist for Migrant Farmworkers, and, as Deputy Executive Director of Proteus, Inc, he helped to transform a single migrant farmworker educational class operated from an old jailhouse, into a nationally recogynized full service training, education, and community service organization operated from 24 offices. Throughout his life,

Tom always found opportunities to provide his perspective in the form of a letter or speech – often unsolicited – but always interesting and entertaining.

Tom balanced his generous heart with a self-indulgent zest for life and passion for adventure – and never did anything by half measures. He retained his private pilot’s license throughout his adult life – even after it was clear he would not fly again. At age 62, he decided to see the world from the seat of a motorcycle, and embarked on a series of solo multi-month journeys taking him from the Arctic Circle to the tip of South America, from Cape Town to Germany, and many other trips in between.

His stories from his trips were wild and entertaining – and always centered on the wonderful people he met and travelled with – many becoming life-long friends and family.

In addition to his wife Kathy and daughters Susan (David) Kolbush and Laura (Jerry & son Seth) Edwards, Tom is survived by son Todd, sister Sharon Ford, niece Lisa McKenzie, nephew Simon (Jen) Ford, in-law siblings Jannan Roodzant, Jim (Cathy) Young, Judy (Steve) White, John (Jimmy Brown) Young, Cindy (Bill) Daniel and extended families. In addition, Tom’s happiest achievement was to be called Dad and Grandpa by those he adopted and who adopted him as a father figure and were very important to him – including “children” Adonia (Ian) Cairns, Andre (Tylaine) Coppin, Javier (Sandra) Garcia, Youngsoo (Kyungshin) Lee, and “grandchildren” Ellie, Ezra, Azavier, Joziah, Amaya, Angie, Santiago, Soul, Sem, and Nuri and newest addition, Tiana.

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The family is deeply grateful to our generous and loving friends who sacrificed so much to support Tom and us during this past year. A memorial service was held Saturday, November 14 at Lairmont Manor and Estate. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to www.kiva.org.

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A life well-lived and he will be truly missed. Family and friends are encouraged to share memories and condolences at www. whidbeymemorial.com.

ELMER HAMMING Elmer Hamming was called home to the Lord November 10, 2015 at the age of 90.

Elmer was born in Lynden, WA to Tom and Grace (Berens) Hamming. The family moved to Arlington, WA for a short while and then settled in Oak Harbor, WA where Elmer grew up as one of the 12 Hamming children. Elmer was a lifelong member of the Oak Harbor Christian Reformed Church and it was there he met a young woman, Henrietta (Etta) Balda. They were married September 2, 1952 and celebrated 62 years of marriage prior to Etta’s passing earlier this year on January 14, 2015.

Elmer served in the Army during the Korean War and then worked for Western Farmers Co-Op delivering fuel oil until he retired at the age of 55. Elmer was busy in retirement. He enjoyed doing custom field mowing for customers up and down Whidbey Island. Elmer often was seen with his tractor and mower loaded on the trailer behind his latest model of a pickup truck, headed to his job for the day.

Elmer and Etta enjoyed traveling. They took trips to Hawaii, Australia, New Zealand, and cruised through the Panama Canal. They also enjoyed being “Snowbirds” and taking their RV to the southern United States in the winter for more than 20 years.

Elmer enjoyed the Hamming Family Reunions, and was able to drive himself and attend the recent reunion in Winthrop, WA in late July of this year.

Elmer is survived by three sisters, Harriet Maginnis, Mary Fuller, Connie (Jim) Matthews; and three brothers, Tom Hamming, Gordon Hamming, Moe (Connie) Hamming as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and a large extended family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Etta and three sisters, Wilma Ekkelkamp, Julie Terpstra, Betty Moore; and two brothers, Ken Hamming, and Jack Hamming.

Visitation was held Wednesday, November 18 at Wallin Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at Fircrest Cemetery Friday, November 20 at 10am with a memorial service to follow at 11am at the Christian Reformed Church with Pastor Randy Beumer officiating.

Memorials may be made to the Oak Harbor Christian School Foundation. Please visit Elmer’s page in the Book of Memories at www.wallinfuneralhome.com to share memories and condolences. Arrangements are entrusted to Wallin Funeral Home and Cremation, LLC, Oak Harbor, WA.

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JUST DOUGH IT! - MAKE SOME HOMEMADE BREAD

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What is it about homemade bread that makes it ‘rise’ above the store bought stuff? Is it the amount of care and attention paid to the entire process? Store bought breads are sold with the purpose of satisfying a need within society quickly, conveniently and efficiently for the consumer and to turn a profit for the producers. Homemade bread, I think, does something quite different. We take our time to find just the right recipe, ensure we have all the ingredients, and begin the whole routine involved in the making of a particular bread. In a sense you can feel and taste the love put into it once the bread is baked. People enjoy it so much more than your regular sliced store bought wheat bread for example, just because there is a sense of accomplishment associated with all the energy put into making it. Perhaps the personal effort put forth by the homemade bread maker becomes detectable in the fluffy or dense crumbs which anyone eating them relish.

I’m certainly not knocking store bought bread, I just feel there’s something completely comfy and rustic about the homemade stuff. It’s comforting and satisfying to the nth degree or at least that’s my humble opinion.

There are literally countless types of bread that can be made at home. Some are long standing traditions which have been handed down throughout generations. Others are newly formed culinary creations but are just as enchanting as the oldie-but-goody ones. During a conversation with a friend of mine, I learned about ‘cloud bread.’ She informed me it tastes like the name suggests and is truly sublime.

I was ever so curious about this airy, magical sounding food so I looked it up. Not only did it look positively scrumptious, it seemed incredibly easy to make so it’s on my to-do list this weekend. It’s a great recipe for those who are gluten intolerant or are watching their carb intake and perfect for those (like myself) who appreciate a quick and easy bread recipe. Consisting of cream cheese, eggs, cream of tartar and a sweetener of some sort, it sets you up for an almost no-fail recipe, the result of which is pillow soft, fluffy bread of the most delicious order!

Holiday breads in particular, seem to be stuffed to the seams with joy and sweetness of all kinds! This isn’t something consigned to any one particular region of the world but is found in its own individual uniqueness everywhere.

In Germany, many people still make homemade stollen at Christmas time. Originating in Dresden, this insanely enjoyable bread and its characteristic indentation - which was said to be a representation of Jesus Christ swaddled as a baby - is still a favorite enjoyed in an abundance of homes today. It’s baked with candied fruits and nuts and brushed with butter to be rolled in confectioner's sugar. Absolutely divine!

You know, eggy, ever so lightly sweetened and spiced yeast breads, which are artfully plaited together and baked to golden perfection, are found in so many cultures. The French make brioche, the Poles call it chalka, and Bohemians and Czechoslovakians refer to it as hoska/houska. Regardless of what it’s named, homemade versions are interwoven with skill, tradition, warmth, culture, and of course love.

Speaking of love, I love bread. Love, love, love it! So with long standing recipes and traditions involving bread, I am thinking about some fairly popular ones. What makes them so special?

Is it just the taste, texture and flavor, or are there other aspects involved that make them distinctive and well-known? Each culture has their own bread in which the soul of the region

is baked into. Many cultures around the world still thrive on homemade breads. When it’s a long standing tradition, it becomes part and parcel of daily life, and the homemade bread will invariably find its way onto tables in homes during at least one daily meal. But bread isn’t only synonymous with a region or culture. It can also move across oceans and countries and still be something consigned for the most part to a particular area of life, such as religion.

Challah, is a Jewish bread (something akin to houska) served over Sabbath and is deeply ingrained with Jewish spirituality and religious practice. The term ‘challah’ is derived from the Hebrew word used for ‘portion.’ Rabbis decreed that a piece of this bread, no smaller than an olive, was to be set aside from the risen dough and burned. It is still said to be a tradition Jewish bakers and housewives practice now. On Jewish holidays blessings are recited over two loaves of challah and these loaves represent the two portions of the manna which Jewish children of the Exodus from Egypt received every Friday. Poppy and sesame seeds dust the bread and are emblematic of the manna which fell from heaven. The challah loaves are placed on the table and covered with a white napkin or challah cover and this is to represent dew which built up on the manna in the mornings. The symbolism surrounding and enveloping challah bread is totally awe inspiring. It also allows those of the faith to be conscious of what is being eaten and in that respect, this food offers up a moment to reflect on spirituality. This bread dough is braided sometimes with three, four, or six strands with three strands standing for justice, truth and peace. Different Jewish holidays see to it that different shapes of challah are prepared and served, each with their own meaning.

Whether or not you fancy yourself an expert baker, bread can be easy to make. It’s rewarding to use your own hands to craft batter or dough into some of the tastiest food you or your friends and family will consume. When bread is homemade, what’s being enjoyed are the crumbs of creativity, hard work, love and tradition, and the end product will be rich with it. I hope you decide to make some bread at home and observe Homemade Bread Day in due style November 17. I’m including my friend’s cloud bread recipe, as it’s really simple as well as tasty! Please feel free to email me any comments, information and definitely recipes, because as always I love to hear from you, so Let’s Dish!

Cloud Bread 3 eggs, separated ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar 3 tablespoons softened cream cheese 1 Tablespoon of honey (or 2 t 3 drops liquid stevia) Preheat oven to 300°F. Spray cooking spray liberally over two baking sheets. In a small bowl, mix egg yolks, cream cheese and honey.

In separate bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold yolk mixture into egg white mixture, maintaining as much of the fluffiness as possible.

Spoon onto prepped baking sheets to measure approximately 4 inches across and almost an inch thick. Bake in center rack for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Store in an airtight container and they become more ‘bread like.’

This recipe from www.momables.com makes ten “clouds!” www.easterneuropeanbread.about.com www.myjewishlearning.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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By Carey Ross The 33: In 2010, a copper/gold mine in Chile suffered a catastrophic cave-in, trapping 33 miners. After an unprecedented worldwide rescue effort, they were freed 69 days later.

In an incredible feat of perseverance and resourcefulness, all 33 survived. It is a story so extraordinary only Hollywood could screw it up properly.  (PG-13 • 2 hrs.)

Bridge of Spies: Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks team up for the fourth time to tell the true(ish) story of a lawyer, a spy and some seriously suspenseful 1950s Cold War “diplomacy” in what is seen by some as the first big contender of this year’s Oscar season.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 43 min.)

By the Sea: This movie starring Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt appears to be the cinematic equivalent of the two most gorgeous people in the world saying, "You're the prettiest." "No, you're the prettiest" to one another over and over for a couple of hours.

Throw in an Italian backdrop and some plot pretense about a failing marriage and look, I just saved you 20 bucks and two hours of your time and you are welcome.  (R • 2 hrs. 2 min.)

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay–Part 2: It's Jennifer Lawrence's world, we're all just living in it and that's perfectly fine with me.

J-Law for president 2016.  (PG-13 • 2 hrs. 16 min.)

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.)

Legend: An account of the rise and fall of Kray brothers–London's most notorious 1960s gangsters–both portrayed by the human charisma machine that is Tom Hardy.

Even if the movie doesn't match up to his considerable talents, Hardy will no doubt turn in a doubly electrifying performance.  (R • 2 hrs. 11 min.)

Love the Coopers: Like it or not (I like it), Christmas is coming, and with it come Christmas movies (I also like that), this one a multigenerational ensemble comedy starring Olivia Wilde, John Goodman, Marisa Tomei, Diane Keaton, and more. Probably mediocre, possibly terrible, so manage your expectations accordingly.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 46 min.)

The Martian: Based on a bestselling book (by Andy Weir), directed by a master of largescale, cinematic sci-fi (Ridley Scott), starring a universally competent and compelling actor (Matt Damon) and an excellent ensemble cast (Jessica Chastain, Jeff Daniels, Chiwetel

Ejiofor, Kristen Wiig), this is the sci-fi epic you’re looking for.  (PG-13 • 2 hrs.

14 min.)

My All-American: Penned by the screenwriter responsible for "Rudy," and in the same vein as "Rudy" (with a side of "Brian's Song" thrown in, for good, tear-jerking measure), this based-on-a-true-story sports saga is a movie with "guy cry" written all over it.  (PG • 1 hr. 58 min.)

The Night Before: This is the same old story of man-babies gathering for one last night of debauchery before reluctantly being thrust into adulthood–except this time it comes with ugly Christmas sweaters and stars Seth Rogen, Anthony Mackie, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt as the man-babies in question.  (R • 1 hr. 41 min.)

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.)

Secret in Their Eyes: Based on the excellent 2010 Argentinian Oscar winner for Best Foreign Film, this dark, suspenseful remake stars Julia Roberts, Nicole Kidman, Chiwetel Ejiofor and will likely not surpass the original, but will almost certainly be seen by exponentially more people because the world is an unjust place.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 51 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.)

Spotlight: An important story (abuse allegations in the Catholic church as reported in blockbuster, Pulitzer Prize-winning fashion by the staff of the "Boston Globe"), a top-notch cast (Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, Rachel McAdams, more) and an excellent director (Tom McCarthy)–praise science, Oscar season is finally here.  (R • 2 hrs. 7 min.)

Suffragette: The oft-overlooked history of the women who fought for the right to vote in the United Kingdom and the sometimes violent, bloody opposition they faced. Features another strong performance by Carey Mulligan and a blink-and-you'll-miss-it cameo

by Meryl Streep that will probably earn her an Oscar nod because she is an undeniable goddess.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 46 min.)

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CHICKEN LITTLE & THE ASTROLOGER

By Wesley Hallock

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Quite likely you’re questioning whether the path to which you’ve committed is worth the price. Events on the 22nd may force a decision. Is the sky really falling, or is that an acorn bouncing off your head? Someone involved is a reliable sounding board to help you decide. If there are problems to solve or obstacles to overcome, the 24th is stacked in your favor. Use the 25th to open communications where they’ve been lacking.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Don’t be led astray on the 19th. Promises that sound too good to be true probably aren’t. Off-the-wall solutions could prove costly on the 22nd. (If they link back to something you heard on the 19th, you can be sure they’re off-the-wall.) You are in good position to reap powerful benefits on the 24th. Minimum effort on your part has a way of producing maximum rewards. Seize the day.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Someone (you know the one) has been raining on your parade, and all your counter arguments won’t budge them on the 19th. Don’t push matters to the point of sounding foolish. You’ll feel better on the 21st when events play more in your favor.

The 22nd is one of those anything can happen days. Think big, play to win, and don’t be afraid to expect the unexpected.

Little risks can pay big.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Assuming that others understand your position is hazardous for all concerned on the 19th. What seems clear to you may baffle others. (Don’t you wish they had your easy and intuitive way of understanding?) An opportunity to better the situation at home may come as if from out of the blue on the 22nd. (You will, of course, be ready and waiting.) Use the 25th to provide the finishing touches.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Quests for entertainment, even of the uplifting and highly moral sort you favor, are likely to meet with misunderstanding and resistance on the 19th.

(Content yourself with a crossword and wait for a better day.) Social grace and a bit of skill masquerading as luck could win you the favorable attention of a higher-up on the 22nd. Monetary reward on the 24th may very well be linked. On the 25th, it’s back to the crossword.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) You’re up against fuzzy thinking on the 19th, making your always-meticulous logic especially valuable. You’re less than likely to get your way in the matter, but you can at least steer things in a healthy direction. You may be called upon to stand by your word on

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) The problem on the 19th may not be clear, and that may be the real problem. Fuzzy thinking rules the day. The 22nd is the kind of day they write bumper stickers about.

You know. Stuff happens. So don’t be surprised at anything. The 25th brings help in fulfilling your responsibilities, but in a roundabout way. Something or someone who appears to be hindering may secretly be helping.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Withdrawing from the friend or family member you don’t want to hear will only confuse matters on the 19th. Be cool until the 20th, when the situation appears much brighter. (It’s true. Every cloud has a silver lining.) If you must spend your way out of a problem on the 22nd, consider it money well-spent. Your word is your best asset on the 25th. Integrity is its own reward.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Impractical ideas abound on the 19th. Your practical input may be the ounce of prevention needed to avoid a snafu. Don’t hesitate to give it. On the 21st, duty and the conflicting urge to ignore it and make merry are your unlikely dilemma. (Ordinarily, you’d be president of the party committee, but something’s got you down.) By the 22nd the merry makers may sway you their way. (C’mon. You know what they say about all work and no play.)

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) It’s hard to distinguish between friendly competition and unfriendly challenges on the 19th. On the 20th a well-placed friend is in position to help you see the difference.

The 21st reveals the outcome. Being in the right place at the right time proves quite easy on the 22nd. Even a bad stumble could land you in a bed of roses. The right approach on the 24th brings rewards. Humble and well-meaning carries the day.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) You may have to draw the line for an exasperating family member who doesn’t quite get it on the 19th. Potential for miscommunication abounds.

The situation may unravel despite on the 20th. (Sometimes you win, sometimes you don’t.) A winning formula on the 22nd would combine a little skill, a little daring, and a leap in the proper direction.

Nothing ventured, nothing gained. A friend makes a regrettable situation better on the 24th.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Your words come across as vague and impractical on the 19th, so brace yourself for rejections and resistance. It may still take some persuasion, but you are more likely to get your way on the 20th. Feelings of exuberance on the 22nd could over extend you financially. Or you may find yourself committing to a situation you’ll later regret.

Sweet enticements may give a sense of security while working against you.

ACROSS 1. Cakewalk 5. Like some talk 10. Bit 14. Biology lab supply 15. Birchbark 16. Roman numeral V 17. Disparaging 19. Black cat, maybe 20. Harm to oneself (hyph.)

21. Current 22. Cathedral topper 23. Flower fanciers 24. “Do the Right Thing” pizzeria owner 27. “Comprende?”

28. Nausea while on a boat 31. Came down 33. Showy bloom 35. Printer’s type sizes 37. “... ___ he drove out of sight” 38. Because 39. Dominate 42. Samll, stout European fish 43. Melts down fat by heat 44. Bunk 46. Jar part 47. Game piece

48. Church singers 50. Corrupt 52. Gunpowder ingredient 56. Highlands hillside 57. Tactless 58. “Hamlet” has five 59. Swear 60. Be inclined 61. Some deer 62. Cast out 63. “Ah, me!”

DOWN 1. Physics units 2. Arch type 3. Fine-grained sedimentary rock used as fertilizer 4. College teachers (informal) 5. Skin disease caused by mites 6. Full development 7. Biscotti flavoring 8. Zero, on a court 9. “Malcolm X” director 10. Referred to previously 11. Radio announcement of correct hour 12. Microwave, e.g.

13. Darn, as socks 18. Breaks 21. Eye drops

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23. Fourposter, e.g.

24. Flavor 25. Breathing 26. Degree from European university 28. Silent 29. Spherical bacteria 30. Injured, in a way 32. Unpunctuality 34. “A jealous mistress”: Emerson 36. Refine, as metal 40. “___ we having fun yet?”

41. Small tuber 45. Conical Native American tent (var. spelling) 48. Close-knit group 49. Terminal section of large intestine (pl.)

50. Alpine transport (hyph.)

51. “Giovanna d’___” (Verdi opera) 52. Like a bug in a rug 53. Old Chinese money 54. “Empedocles on ___” (Matthew Arnold poem) 55. 1990 World Series champs 57. Crystal meth, in slang

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Gingerbread & Sugar Cookie Decorating Classes On Sunday, December 13, Sweet Mona’s Chocolate Boutique will offer two Gingerbread and Sugar Cookie decorating classes at their shop at 221 2nd Street, Suite 16, Langley.

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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)

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 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 Medical Marijuana patients unite; If you need assistance, advice, etc. please contact at 420patientnetworking@gmail. com. Local Whidbey Island help.

If you or someone you know has been a victim of Homicide, Burglary, Robbery, Assault, Identity Theft, Fraud, Human Trafficking, Home Invasion and other crimes not listed.

Families & Friends of Violent Crime Victims has Advocates ready to help. Please call (800) 346-7555. 24hr Crisis Line.

Free Service.

RIDE SHARE/VAN POOL In need of a ride from Arby's in Oak Harbor to Waterloo Rd from 11/21-12/6. Seeking to

find someone who is traveling the same direction about 9:30pm. Willing to share the gas price. If interested please contact me, Jurel, (352) 7890642. (0)

JOB MARKET PT Evening Janitorial – Oak Harbor/Coupeville. Compensation: $11 per hour, part-time. Hiring immediately for part-time evening janitor, Monday-Friday and an additional 1 hour Saturday, total of 14 hours per week. Start time flexible (after 6:30pm/ earlier on Saturday). Must have valid DL, cell phone, pass background/drug screening and E-Verify (USCIS). Please provide name and phone number. Resumes welcome.

E-mail: susan.valenzuela@ ybswa.net (2) Admin Assistant with stateof-the-art Internet skill- sets, values and VERVE to help this socioeconomic paradigm-shifter get this "local free economies" up n'running on Whidbey Island. And then, there's the rest of the world!

Contact Pioneer1955@mail. com with resume of accomplishment. (2) Looking for a Full-time Clerk at Senior Services Community 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 (1) 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 (0)

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

(360) 678-2207

APPLIANCES 22 cu. ft. upright G.E. freezer, works great, $150. Van (360) 720-9048 or (360) 678-2240 (1)

HOME FURNISHINGS Club style armchair in like new condition, $55. (360) 6788449 (1) Original Langley Artisan, Gwen Knight, glass dining room light fixture. Excellent condition, never installed. Includes hardware for ceiling connection, $200 firm. (360) 579-5436 After 10 AM (1) Solid wood, good condition: Dresser, 66x19x32, $150; Chest, 40x20x54, $100; Mirror, 28x42, $50. $250 for all three. Call or text (360) 679-4712 (0) Queen bedroom set. Wood frame head and foot boards, matching nightstands (2).

Great condition, $100 obo.

Stone, (360) 774-0168 (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

Guitar lessons: Looking for students who want to learn how to play guitar. One-on-on, No Cheating! all ages, all styles. Beginners welcome. Gift certificates available for the holidays, includes 4 lessons (1 hr. each), 1 FREE with consultation, and

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cover, excellent condition.

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

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

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MISCELLANEOUS Carpenters/workers leather tool belt, 5 pockets, 3 hangers, $35; Bagged, clean, wood shaving, good for storage or mulch, $5; Craftsman 220mph blower, $30; Inverter, power-to-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 (1) Mosfet power-to-go inverter, 12v/car power in, 115 out, two outlets, great for camping, $20; Campbell Hasfeld Power Pal air compressor, $25; Craftsman 220-mph electric blower, $35; Electric hand sander, $8; 2 Black & Decker jig saws: Skil variable speed w/case, $25, 2-speed, @15, variable speed, $20. Hank, Coupeville (360) 678-7591 (1) Prism kite bag, very good condition, $60 cash only. (360) 632-6202 Hand-crafted wood model logging truck. In excellent condition. 6.5” x 32” x 9” in size. Photos available, $50.

Call (360) 678-1167

Looking for a great gift idea for Xmas, Birthdays, Fathers day, etc.? Here are some local made crafts that will help you fill some gaps, please order by letter- they are $16 ea. and shipping will be extra where applicable. You can also reach me at ljohn60@gmail.com.

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) 16-inch wheel size “Seeker” bicycle by Pacificcycle, $35.

In good condition. (360) 6788449 (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

LOST - Orange Kayak: Wilderness Pamlico 100 - during September storm on Greenbank Beach. REWARD: $100 for return. Bob (360) 333-3164 (0)

ANIMALS/SUPPLIES 7-year-old female Siamese cat needs a new home. Fixed, blue eyes, long hair. Current owner has Alzheimer’s. Serious inquiries only. (360) 678-1920 (1) 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!

WANTED Small, economical car or truck.

Must be reasonable. (360) 331-1319 (0)

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We reserve the right to not publish classifieds that are in bad taste or of questionable content. All free classifieds will be published twice consecutively. If you would like your ad to be published more often, you must resubmit it.

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Get into the Spirit of the Season Now Offering at Oak Harbor Island Drug!

On November 21st Oak Harbor Island Drug will be hosting their annual Christmas Open House. This is a heartwarming event in which their six trees will be lit, each displaying their own unique, and magical theme and food and beverage samples will be served. Staff at this pharmacy do their utmost to get anyone and everyone into the spirit of the season, and really feel the warmth and congeniality that they’re known for.

If the food isn’t welcoming enough then the fact that sales will be ongoing throughout Island Drug, should do the trick. Christmas gift wrap will be on sale Saturday, November 21 and their box cards will be an amazing 40% off. Now that’s a discount!

Not only are the sales going to be well worth the trip into the store, but the free gift wrapping service (which is offered year round) should further entice customers. Everyone who walks through the establishment’s doors, regardless of location, will feel the friendliness emanating from each and every staff member.

Island drug is a pharmacy set apart from the rest. This establishment is deeply ingrained with the spirit of community service, and excellence in customer care and satisfaction. Island Drug boasts several locations around Whidbey Island, and for customer convenience, their Oak Harbor location has a drive-thru pharmacy! With winter’s chilly arms wrapping themselves around us, that’s one amenity which demonstrates superior quality customer care.

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Customers’ needs are put at the forefront of everything the staff do at Island Drug. Their technology features offer indispensable services such as e-prescribing, and refill reminders just to name a few. And while all their departments are run with impeccable efficiency, their gift department will stand out this season, what with Thanksgiving and Christmas almost upon us.

Their ergonomic layout makes it safe and easy for anyone to navigate the aisles, and peruse the many valuable items they stock. All of their departments are run with the greatest efficiency in a bid to ensure their commitment to the community is represented and shows how valued every customer is. Their loyalty program serves to reinforce how community orientated Island Drug is.

Shopping here offers a relaxing, hassle free environment, complete with all the necessary items a person might need, as well as the supplementary services and gifts which makes stopping in, more than just convenient. It makes it an experience second to none, with nothing but the best in customer service being dispensed!

For more information about their valuable products and services head in to one of their locations which can be found online at www.islanddrug.com or call them at (360) 675-6688 for their Oak Harbor location or (360) 341-3880 for the Clinton location.

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Stunning sunflowers are bold and beautiful when combined with bi-colored orange roses, red Peruvian lilies, yellow solidago, burgundy traditional daises and lush greens. Presented in a designer lantern insprired orange glass vase that can double as a candle holder after the original gift of flowers fades.

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