Whidbey Weekly, December 17th, 2015

December 17 - December 23, 2015

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Military Muster NAS Whidbey Island, Washington

December 17 - December 23, 2015

NAS Whidbey Island celebrates Sea, Shore Sailors and Marine of the Year Story by Petty Officer 3rd Class Caleb Cooper Navy Public Affairs Support Element, Det. Northwest The Oak Harbor Navy League and Rotary Club hosted the 42nd annual awards luncheon for the Naval Air Station Whidbey Island (NASWI) Sailors and Marine of the Year at the NASWI Officer’s Club, Dec. 11.

The luncheon recognized the winners, finalists, nominees and families for their outstanding work at their commands and in the local community.

"The ceremony went great," said NASWI Command Master Chief Patrick McCullough. "As usual, the Navy League and the Rotary Club of Oak Harbor really put together a great program recognizing the future of the Navy and the Marine Corps."

The winners were chosen by a board of five master chiefs, including McCullough, who reviewed submissions from individual commands at NASWI, grading them separately before gathering to review all of them together for a decision.

Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Wayne Papalski took home the Shore Sailor of the Year award for his work at Naval Hospital Oak Harbor and NASWI Search and Rescue (SAR).

"To be honest, it kind of took me by surprise," said Papalski. "I'm extremely humbled and honored."

Papalski gives the credit to his fellow team members and the command he works with for his success.

"It’s just recognition for the hard work my team and I do," said Papalski. "SAR is a pretty unique dysfunctional family but we make it work. I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for them."

Members of the board knew the competition was very strong due to many decisions coming down to a narrow margin of separation.

because that's just how tight the competition was."

"Out of a 100 point system we were deciding on a one point difference between the winners and non-winners," said McCullough. "If we could give it to every one of them, we definitely would have

The winners received certificates and honors from a variety of local businesses that support the Navy League and Rotary Club.

Sgt. Frank Rodriguez Jr., assigned to Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit, was named 2015 Marine of the Year.

Logistic Specialist 1st Class Rosmond L. Shaw, assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron 130, was named 2015 Sea Sailor of the Year.

NAS Whidbey Island remembers Pearl Harbor Story by Petty Officer 2nd Class John Hetherington Navy Public Affairs Support Element, Det. Northwest Naval Air Station Whidbey Island (NASWI) and the North Cascade chapter of the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association commemorated the 74th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, during a ceremony organized by Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 129, Dec. 7.

The ceremony, honoring those killed in the attack, was held in the base chapel and featured speeches by Cmdr. Trevor Estes, commanding officer, VAQ-129, and Gayle Vyskocil, widow of Pearl Harbor survivor Lt. Cmdr. James Vyskocil, and the reading of two survivors' accounts of the attack.

"It's critical that we take pause and remember our fallen, our wounded, and not lose consciousness of the sacrifices by those that went before us," said Estes.

Jared Hunt, cadet commander of Oak Harbor High School's Navy Junior ROTC, read aloud the account of Harold Johnson, a Pearl Harbor survivor, who was the same age as Hunt, 17 years old, while serving on the USS Oklahoma during the attack.

"I was shining my shoes when all of a sudden the alarm went off," read Hunt. "Everybody started squawking about having a drill on their liberty day then the announcement came that this was no bull. This was the real thing."

Johnson's account emphasized how short of a warning those in Pearl Harbor had that day.

"We'd just got moving when the first torpedo hit," read Hunt. "It felt like the ship jumped out of the water."

By the time the Oklahoma gave the abandon ship command moving about was near impossible.

"It was getting to the point that you couldn't go up the deck," Hunt continued Johnson's account of the attack. "It was rolled over too far so I decided to swim for it. A seaplane was turned over in the water and I grabbed onto the pontoon and hung on."

Estes emphasized the importance of the lessons to be learned from Pearl Harbor.

"I hope as the generations move on this day will continue to serve a greater purpose than just the anniversary of a horrific attack, that it will serve as a reminder to the world that

we must plan for peace, but prepare for war," said Estes.

After some time in the water Johnson and other survivors were rescued.

"Finally some boats from the seaplane base came and started picking us up," read Hunt. "By that time I couldn't believe what was happening. You couldn't tell who was next to you because we were all covered in oil."

Once in a rescue boat, Johnson got a good look at the state of his former ship.

"The Oklahoma was almost completely on its side with the mast in the water by the time they picked me up," read Hunt. "First thing I thought was, 'How many guys were trapped in there?'"

Estes expressed his appreciation for the service of Pearl Harbor survivors for their nation.

"Every survivor I've met, they're the greatest generation, not because they served so long ago, but because they still serve," said Estes. "They serve as examples of victory, examples of perseverance, examples of unbreakable will, and examples of what is right about America."

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My love affair with words began around the dining room table. The dining room is where Mom would place me to do my spelling words.

That way we would not interrupt the activities surrounding the 10-inch black and white RCA in the corner of the living room, some six feet

away.

Most of the words I spelled had no meaning to me, but, I did understand the sequencing of the letters.

Later in life, I would learn some of the words, as well as understanding and fully accepting that pivotal rule–I before e except after C.

Other than that, most of this word game has been up hill.

Grandpa Says My great grandfather was reported to have said, “Always live on top of a hill. That way you can look down on your neighbors.”

Now that I am older, and living on a hill, I see what my great grandpa meant.

Only, I cannot see my neighbors for the trees.

So, now what do I do, great grandpa?

Fun @ The Cafe Every town should be required to have a Cafe. There is nothing quite like saying, “I am on my way to the Cafe, or I am going to the Cafe, or See ya at the Cafe.”

Here in Freeland, I have enjoyed the Freeland Cafe for over thirty years.

In Bayview, I have enjoyed Neil's Clover Patch Cafe for over thirty years.

In Langley days, over three decades ago, I enjoyed Mike's Cafe, Al's Cafe, Skipper's Cafe, Peper's Cafe, and more cafes than this present memory can recollect.

Last Saturday, at the Freeland Cafe, we held another fun evening sponsored by the Whidbey Island Arts Council (www.islandartscouncil.org). Every couple of months or so (is that vague enough?), the WIAC sponsors poetry slams. Since 1993, these WIAC poetry soirees have been held throughout the Puget Sound.

During a poetry slam, I ask those in the audience to provide words to be used in poems written on the spot. After we collect the words, the folks have e at it and start their creations. Twenty-five minutes later, each poet presents his or her effort, receives a gift, a round of applause, and possibly a Rebecca recipe'd delicious deviled egg, using cream cheese for smoothness. Don't tell her I told you.

Last week, our celebrity audience recommended the following words, three of which had to be used in the poem: core, spruce, dog, essential, y'all, tenderness, eager, agitate, grannous, waif, electric, dictator, tomorrow, intoxicated, gravitate, and indignant.

The following three poems represent a nice crosssection of the quality of the submissions, many by first-time poets. Our thanks to Aureya Magdalen for our first entry.

Eager dog agitates the essential core indignant today y'all tomorrow, tenderness In mere minutes, our long-time, local wordsmith warrior, G. Armour Van Horn, penned another one of his classic cuisines.

The Spruce Goose and the Spruce Dog If the Spruce Goose flew, does a spruce dog chew?

Or rather, will the eager pup masticate?

Will the massive winged construct aviate?

Will indignant neighbors, awakened, agitate?

Or essential stillness negotiate?

We ponder such essentials and cerebrate, But tonight is Saturday, so let's intoxicate!

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Thanks to P. Diane Schneider for her spot on entry, written on the spot: The Poetry Slam I think to write a poem is dreadful hard Few now can turn them out as did the Bard Tomorrow I shall put my brain to task “Not eager to embark on’t now?” You ask But yes, I am indeed, yes, to the core Yet fearful to be thought of as a bore Indignant that I might be called a slacker (It’s even worse, of course, to be a hacker) Oh yes, I shall attempt to please y’all Admitting I’m just here to have a ball But couldn’t fail to agitate a bit To find out if I’ll really be a hit Or be sent out to make friends with the dog And stand out, all alone, in rain and fog.

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Finally, a bonus poem, I Don't See Race, this also penned by Diane, and once featured in the New York Times column of Nicholas Kristoff.

I Don’t See Race To you who say: "I don't see race," You've missed the point, I say For race and culture factor in To who I am today.

For all our faults, and virtues too, Diverse as they may be, Can somehow be related to Our cultural history.

And "race" is something we made up To justify some end.

Genetically we're just the same.

So can't we try to mend Our racial tensions based on lies and prejudice that hurt The innocents who pay the price And lie there in the dirt?

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Heart Throbs One of the nice things about the aging process is sooner or later I will talk to someone younger than I am. In fact, sooner, rather than later, I will get a text, always from someone younger than I am.

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My niece Terri, aka T, recently dropped four figures left of the decimal for two VIP back stage passes with two fifth row, center section seats to see Heart last week in Wichita, Kansas.

The Adventure Continues...

Keep in mind niece T lives in Liberty, Missouri, site of the first day time bank robbery by the James gang.

But, why, you might ask, would she drive to Wichita to see Heart instead of their closer-by Kansas City show?

Because T is smart. The VIP crowd at Heart's KC show had over a hundred folks who paid the big bucks to meet and greet Nancy and Ann Wilson and their full-of-Heart crew. In Wichita, there were seven. Seven! Think T had some one-on-one with Heart? Having seen them perform since 1979, niece T was pretty wound up when she texted me from backstage before showtime: 6:59pm—Met production manager; got a picture of Nancy's guitar with USMC emblem and book autographed on the down-low; will get to meet them soon :) 7:03pm—And met guitar tech 7:08pm—Got my picture with the guitar 7:24pm—OMG this is so GREAT. Promise to talk your ear off about it soon

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7:27pm—Met Ben, having lots of fun 8:02pm—Veterans advocate interview 8:14pm—May have a job with VA! T followed her texts with her closing e-mail: BEST BIRTHDAY PRESENT EVER! The liaison pulled me aside and asked if I had brought the Dog and Butterfly books in; Got them signed by Ann and Nancy for my grand-babies; I got to meet them both, said thank you in person. Got a cool goodie bag. Attended the concert for my 50th Birthday.

For a couple hours, I was 18 again. They are even better then in 1977 when I first became a fan. The absolute best part, Ann, she looks FABULOUS. She is so comfortable in her own skin. She was vibrant smiling, having fun. We, the fans, have always known how special both Ann and Nancy are, and the music that brought countless girls and women thru life, one song at a time. Here's hoping I can turn my grand-kids into Heart Mongers.

And, on that note, we hope to see you back here Christmas Eve. 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 promises. Speakers narrate the piece, which features 5 soloists from the congregation. For more information, contact the church at (360) 678-4256.

[Submitted by Robin Hertlein]

Oak Harbor Battle of Midway Veteran Turning 100

Letters to the Editor

The public is invited to join friends and family in celebrating the 100th birthday of Commander Harvey Lee Lasell, USN Retired, December 20 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm at San Remo Restaurant in Oak Harbor. Born in 1915 the 2nd son of 7, Commander Lasell graduated from the USNA in 1939. After graduation, he went to the USS Yorktown, CV5 and was with her until her sinking after the Battle of Midway in June of 1943.

He went on to serve on 2 other carriers, the Essex CV9 and the Randolph CV15, serving 90 months at sea during World War II. He continued his Naval career with a variety of assignments, including ROTC Associate Professor, MSTS Transport Commander, Naval Intelligence at the Pentagon and command of the LSD 1.

After retiring in 1960, Cdr. Lasell had a 2nd career as an engineer with Boeing in Seattle.

Editors, In this season of giving, I thought you might like to have a photo of our Whidbey Island AAUW (American Association of University Women) Programs VP Camille Brighten delivering one of many bags of personal and household items collected at our annual holiday lunch to Annie Singletary of CADA (Citizens Against Domestic Abuse). The donated gifts will be given to women and children who have been sheltered by CADA and may now be setting up housekeeping on their own.

I wish all of you happy holidays!

Meg Eisenbraun, Whidbey Island Branch of AAUW

Trail Cleanup Work Party at the Park Smell the evergreens, get some fresh air and help with storm cleanup on the trails.

Take a break from all the holiday preparations and get outside for a work party on Saturday, December 19, from 9:00am to noon at South Whidbey State Park.

The Friends of South Whidbey State Park are clearing the trails in preparation for their second annual First Day Hike on January 1, 2016. The First Day Hike will feature interpretive walks, and the advance work party on December 19 aims to make the experience safe and pleasurable for everyone. First Day Hikes are featured at many of Washington’s state parks.

Dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy boots. Bring garden gloves, leaf rakes, clippers and/or loppers if you have them to facilitate the trails clean-up. Warm beverages will be available.

For questions, please email foswsp@gmail.com.

[Submitted by Friends of South Whidbey State Park]

Coupeville United Methodist Choir Sings December 20 The public is invited to hear the Coupeville United Methodist Church Choir present their annual Christmas Cantata on Sunday, December 20, at 11:00am during the regular worship service. The Choir includes 30 church members, from age 11 to age 87. Approximately half of the choir members are men, singing tenor, baritone, and bass parts. Women sing the soprano, second soprano, and alto lines. The Christmas Cantata, entitled “Journey of Promises,” includes nine songs that represent the Old Testament promises spoken by prophets and the new Testament fulfillments of those

He retired for the 2nd time in 1982 and moved with his wife to his farm on Whidbey. Mrs. Lasell passed away in 1994 and Cdr. Lasell has continued in his own home keeping busy with activities through his church, stained glass hobbies, travel and entertaining his children, grandchildren and many great grandchildren.

St. Hubert Church Presents Lessons and Carols The children and adult choirs of St. Hubert Church in Langley will present a Festival of Lessons and Carols for Advent at 4:00pm Sunday, December 20. This meditative service of readings, hymns and anthems provide a time of reflection and renewal for us all during a very busy time of the year. Lessons and Carols, as it is informally called, are patterned after the Christmas Eve observance at King’s College in Cambridge, England. It has become an annual holiday tradition for thousands of families in the Puget Sound region. The program is free to the public; however an item of non-perishable food for the Good Cheer Food Bank will gladly be accepted at the door. St. Hubert’s is located at 804 3rd St. at the corner of De Bruyn Avenue. For additional information, call the church office at (360) 221-5383.

[Submitted by Cleveland Riley, Jr.]

Oak Harbor Lutheran Church Presents a Christmas Concert Oak Harbor Lutheran Church presents an afternoon of joyful Christmas music, in a concert featuring OHLC’s Senior Choir, Men’s Chorus, women’s group Angeli, Oak Harbor Community Band, and other special music including sing-along carols! The Christmas Concert is Sunday, December 20, 2:00pm in the sanctuary of Oak Harbor Lutheran Church, 1253 NW 2nd Avenue, Oak Harbor. The concert is open to the public. For more information, contact Oak Harbor Lutheran Church at (360) 679-1561 or email at office@oakharborlutheran.org.

[Submitted by Ken Grigsby]

Langley United Methodist Church Offers Longest Night Service The Christmas season is not always easy— people experience grief, loss of a job, divorce, or broken relationships. Or maybe simply the darkness of December settles sadly around us.

This simple service held on Sunday, December 20 at 7:00pm in the Fellowship Hall, will have readings and prayers and a time of meditative silence. Claudia Walker will play her harp.

A simple labyrinth will lead us to the Light of Christ and help us spread that light.

Langley UMC is a greening, reconciling, and advocating congregation on the corner of Third and Anthes in beautiful downtown Langley. For more information, visit www.langleyumc.org or call (360) 221-4233.

[Submitted by Eve Carty, Church Administrator]

Christmas Services in Coupeville

The Coupeville United Methodist Church will be conducting special services celebrating Christmas on Sunday, December 20 and on Thursday, December 24. On December 20 the church’s choir will present their annual Cantata service featuring songs and readings.

On Christmas Eve, December 24, two services will be offered. At 5:00pm the service will be tailored for families with young children. At 7:00pm the traditional Candlelight Service will include familiar hymns and culminate with a moving song lit only by candles held by every participant. The church is located at 608 North Main Street in the heart of Coupeville.

All members of the community are invited to participate in any of the seasonal services.

[Submitted by Robin Hertlein]

Winter Solstice Event at Greenbank Farm The darkest night brings the promise of brighter days.

The public is invited to the final event hosted by the Greenbank Farm Management Group at Greenbank Farm. On Monday, December 21, meet at 4:45pm in the field adjacent to the Historic 1904 Barn, the walk will begin at 5:00pm. Bring something to help light the path in the darkness - flashlights, LED light-up costumes & accessories, anything that glows.

Please understand, no fire will be permitted at this event. Remember to dress warmly and wear good walking shoes.

This event is free and suitable for all ages that can walk a short distance uphill. Dogs are welcome to walk with us if you know and respect how your pet will react to crowds in the dark.

Everyone is invited to warm-up afterwards with complimentary refreshments inside the Barn.

There will also be a passing of “the hat” to collect donations to help brighten the future of the Organic Farm School.

For more information, visit www.greenbankfarm.biz [Submitted by Madisun Clark-Stern, Events & Facility Rentals Coordinator]

Dilley Selected as Red Cross Volunteer of Quarter Michael Dilley of Oak Harbor has been selected as the Northwest Region, American Red Cross (ARC), Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) Volunteer of the Quarter. The region includes all of Washington State (except Vancouver) and northern Idaho, including Coeur d’Alene.

A retired US Coast Guard veteran, Dilley has been a part of the ARC for the better part of the last 48 years. His present SAF position is Red Cross Chair, NASWI which includes the naval hospital on the base where he serves as volunteer coordinator and assistant to the hospital’s Director of Emergency Management.

At the beginning of every enlistment, every recruit is briefed, time and time again, on the Congressionally charted and mandated services of the ARC. This includes the routing of emergency messages as well as good news such as a service member child’s birth.

As a SAF caseworker, Dilley is the face of that service. He represents the ARC at both NAS Whidbey and Naval Station Everett as well as all of Whidbey and the San Juan Islands.

Dilley originally became involved with the ARC as a lifeguard and water safety instructor after a career in aquatics within the Army Special Services (MWR). Between 2005 and 2007, he worked for the ARC full time as an instructor and authorized provider/coordinator for the chapter in King County. He worked with all the people who taught swimming classes, lifeguarding and CPR to get them current and certified. In July of 2010, he became the Washington and Oregon Aquatic Specialist till retiring from the Red Cross in 2012.

Holiday Spending Can Help Teach Children About Money During this holiday season, you’ll likely be spending money, in various amounts and in various ways. And you can use this experience to teach your children about money management.

Here are a few ideas for doing just that: • Stick to a budget. Tell your children you’ve set aside a certain amount of money for gifts and holiday events, such as hosting parties, and that you won’t exceed it. And if you have saved money throughout the year in a special holiday fund, let your kids know about that, too. This information should help impress upon them the importance of sticking with a budget and saving for a goal.

• Discuss credit and debt. Ideally, you won’t have to use your credit cards to an unusual degree during the holiday season. If you do, though, explain to your children that using a credit card is not the same thing as “free” money, and that your goal is to pay off the card as soon as possible, so that you won’t have to pay even more for your purchases in the form of interest payments.

• Compare short- and long-term goals. Explain to your children that your holiday spending is the result of having saved for, and met, a short-term goal, but that you are also saving for long-term goals, such as retirement. Depending on the age of your kids, you might want to go into somewhat more detail, such as describing, in general terms, the different ways you save for the different goals. For example, for your holiday spending, you might be drawing on money from your checking account – or, as mentioned above, a holiday fund, possibly kept in a low-risk, liquid vehicle – while for your long-term goals, you might be relying in part on your employer-sponsored retirement plan, such as a 401(k). The key point to get across is that you have various financial goals in life with various means of working toward achieving them.

• Introduce your children to investing. If you’ve already brought up the topic of saving for long-term goals, why not take it a step further and give your children a doorway into the investment world? Specifically, consider giving them a few shares of stock, possibly in companies with which they are already familiar, and help them follow these stocks. One way of giving stocks to children is through a custodial account, which can be opened under the Uniform Transfer to Minors Act (UTMA) or the Uniform Gifts to Minors Act (UGMA). Keep in mind, though, that once your child reaches the age of majority – usually 18 or 21 – he or she gets full control of the money in the account.

Plus, your gift is irrevocable.

• Be generous. If you’re going to make charitable gifts, let you kids know about it – or even let them help pick the charities. It will show them that one purpose of wealth accumulation is to give back to the world.

By providing some financial education to your kids this holiday season, you’ll be giving them a gift that can last long after the festivities have ended.

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

Jeffery C. Pleet, CLU®, ChFC®

Financial Advisor 630 SE Midway Blvd.

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

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“After a successful 40-year career with Red Cross in aquatics, I wanted to give back to the volunteer side of the house,” he said. “As I was never sent overseas while in the military, this is my ‘Thank You’ to the Armed Services to show my appreciation to those who remain on active duty.”

In addition to his numerous SAF volunteer roles and responsibilities, Mike became a Disaster Action Team (DAT) responder for Islands Chapter in December 2012. He is currently a DAT Captain for North Whidbey Unit and serves as a supervisor in Client Services and Mass Care.

In addition, Mike participated in several Disaster Relief Operations related to fires in Seattle, Pasco, Mt. Vernon, and Everett, Washington since 2009, where he assisted in running shelters and served as Client Services Caseworker.

[Submitted by Trish Rose, Naval Hospital Oak Harbor]

Whidbey Weekly Alert for Annual Polar Bear Plunge The following road roads & locations may be affected by vehicles and pedestrians attending the Polar Bear Plunge, on January 1, 2016, between 10:30am and 12:30pm: Double Bluff County Park, Freeland S. Double Bluff Road, between E. Shore Ave and Millman Rd, Freeland No closures of roads are expected, but drivers should expect congestion and are asked to exercise caution along these routes. South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District apologizes in advance for any inconvenience the event may cause and appreciates the public’s patience during this annual event.

In addition, the public is invited to attend this wonderful and fun event. Start the New Year off with a splash! Join a fun-loving crow of nearly 200 jumpers for a bone chilling dive into 2016. A popular local New Year’s tradition

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since 2004. Registration opens at 10:30am. The big splash is at noon. Swim at your own risk; no lifeguard on duty. $15 includes shirt, hot drinks and festive atmosphere. While supplies last. Register in advance online by December 30 to avoid lines on the day of the event. Benefits 4-H Teen Ambassadors.

Visit www.swparks.org for information or contact South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District at (360) 221-5484.

[Submitted by Carrie Monforte, South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District]

Local Business News Congratulations to Whidbey Jeweler’s 12 Weeks of Christmas Winner Congratulations to Robin Berkman, the Week 9 winner of Whidbey Jeweler’s 12 Weeks of Christmas giveaway. Robin won the designer Genuine Larimar and Aquamarine necklace.

$1,000 GREEN TICKET Cash Giveaway!

November 7th - December 19th Look for the Green Ticket in the Windows of all Participating Businesses!

Congratulations, too, to Karen Mesner (pictured above) the Week 10 winner of the 12 Weeks of Christmas giveaway. Karen won a custom 14 K designer Whidbey Island pendant!

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.

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ARTS, CRAFTS, FOOD & MORE! November 27th - 29th | 10am - 5pm December 4th | 4pm - 7pm December 5th | 10am - 7pm December 6th | 10am - 5pm December 11th | 4pm - 7pm December 12th - 13th | 10am - 5pm December 18th | 4pm - 7pm December 19th - 20th | 10am - 5pm

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.

With special appearances from

Santa!

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Solstice Holiday Concert: Duo Flamenco Eric & Encarnación - Flamenco en Navidad with special guest Judith Adams

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Thursday, December 17, 4:30pm-7:00pm Northwest Language Academy Cultural Center, Langley Brigitte Beumer, a native of Germany, a former Principal of a German-American school, loves folk art and enjoys teaching and performing for children and adult audiences alike.

Brigitte’s handmade backdrops, original stories and puppets from Germany are a special holiday treat for the soul. Come spread warmth and cheer after the show with holiday card making, cookie decorating and hand made Deutsche Bäckerei delights.

After the puppet show, you are warmly welcomed to drop in at the NWLA Cultural Center for the Winter Holiday Open House from 5:30-7:00pm. Come join Brigitte and friends for a fun evening of festivities, music, refreshments and a bit of holiday cheer!

A Dickens’ Christmas Carol Thursday, December 17, 7:30pm Friday, December 18, 7:30pm Saturday, December 19, 7:30pm Sunday, December 20, 2:30pm Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor Enjoy this off-season play within a play. “A Dickens’ Christmas Carol: A Traveling Travesty in Two Tumultuous Acts” is the funniest “Christmas Carol” ever. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for youth 16 and under. For further information, show dates, discounts, and reservations call (360) 679-2237, email office@whidbeyplayhouse.com or visit www. whidbeyplayhouse.com.

Retirement Party & Community Open House Friday, December 18, 4:00pm-6:00pm Coupeville High School Commons Stop by to say “thank you” to Coupeville Mayor Nancy Conard for her 20 years of service. Please bring a picture or story to add to Nancy’s memory scrapbook and wear pink, Nancy’s signature color. A short program will be held at 5:00pm. For more information, call (360) 678-5434.

Breakfast with Santa Supports Coupeville Class of 2016 Saturday, December 19, 8:00am-10:00am Applebee’s Restaurant, Oak Harbor Support the Coupeville Class of 2016, eat, greet and be merry! Tickets are $10 each and

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

Holiday Gift Wrapping Saturday, December 19, 10:00am-4:00pm Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce Miss Oak Harbor Royalty want to help you with your holiday gift-wrapping needs! Bring your gifts and boxes to the Oak Harbor Chamber so these lovely ladies can wrap them up for you! By donation. All proceeds benefit the Miss Oak Harbor Scholarship Pageant community service project. For additional information, call (760) 912-3880.

Guys’ Day to Shop Saturday, December 19, 10:00am-6:00pm Hummingbird Farm and Nursery, Oak Harbor Sweethearts, get your wish lists ready for your guys. Hot cider & coffee, sweet treats, and free gift wrapping will be waiting to entice the most reluctant of guy shoppers. Hummingbird Farm is located at 2319 Zylstra Road. For more information, call (360) 679-5044 or visit www. hummingbirdfarmnursery.com.

Bowman Bay Holiday Saturday, December 19, 5:00pm-8:00pm Bowman Bay, Deception Pass State Park Join Deception Pass State Park in a holiday celebration at Bowman Bay. Have pictures taken with Santa and enjoy local music, hot beverages, and baked goods. Hand-made wreaths will be available for purchase and there will be crafts for kids. For additional information, email deceptionpassfoundation@ gmail.com.

French Baroque Christmas Concert Sunday, December 20, 4:00pm Langley United Methodist Church Suggested Donation: $20 adult, $10 youth Presented by Island Consort, featuring MarcAntoine Charpentier’s Messe de Minuit pour Noel. Additional works by Campra, Corrette, Couperin, and Lully. For more information, visit www.islandconsort.org.

Lit for Fun Book Discussion Group Thursday, December 17, 9:00am-11:00am Freeland Library

Living Circle: Friends on the Path

Join us for some great book discussions everyone is welcome! For adults.

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

Visual Artists’ Roundtable Friday, December 18, 10:00am-12:00pm Freeland Library Join other local artists to share and discuss your artwork. For adults.

How to Start a Business Friday, December 18, 1:00pm-3:00pm Oak Harbor Library

Oneness Blessings

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. Supported by Island County Economic Development Council.

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.

Friday Matinee at the Library Friday, December 18, 2:00pm-4:30pm Freeland Library

Unitarian Universalist Sunday Service

With “You Were Meant for Me,” “You Are My Lucky Star,” “The Broadway Melody,” and of course the title song, “Singing’ In the Rain,” this film becomes one of the greatest Hollywood musicals ever made. Rated G, 1 hr. 45 min. Popcorn provided by Friends of the Freeland Library.

Learn to Draw Stress-Free Monday, December 21, 1:00pm-3:00pm Coupeville Library Join artist Stephanie Schuemann as she guides you to see things in a new way. Amaze yourself as you discover abilities within that you never knew you had. Satisfy your appetite for learning by developing basic skills involving line, value, composition, and more. Please plan on attending all three classes for skill building development. Class size is limited; please preregister.

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

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

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Sundays, 10:00am Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Freeland All are welcome. Values-based children’s religious exploration classes and childcare will be provided. Visit www.uucwi.org for more information. The Unitarian Universalist Congregation building is located at 20103 Highway 525, two miles north of Freeland.

Unity of Whidbey Sundays, 10:00am 5671 Crawford Road, Langley If you’re one of the “spiritual but not religious” people who questions your childhood faith or is looking for something more, Unity of Whidbey may feel like a homecoming. Visit our website: unityofwhidbeyisland.org

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

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Get Moving

by Erick Harada, PT, DPT

DECEMBER HIP STRENGTH

Lift the top knee like a clamshell.

Somehow it is the end of 2015 and I do not know where the year went. I look back on the articles I have written this year and notice a common theme; they are all about individual sports and not team sports. This past year I decided to offer a pro bono triage clinic to the Coupeville High School athletes, offering them on the field as well as in the clinic care. Working with adolescent teens can be summed up as: exciting, exhausting, fulfilling and unpredictable.

While working with these teams, it became apparent they all have weak hips. Weak hips can be the source of many issues, ranging from low back pain, to hip pain to knee pains with injuries to ligaments, joints and muscles. What started out as a triage clinic for the weekly aches and sprains, quickly turned into a preventative and rehabilitative strengthening and flexibility clinic for most of the athletes. Most of you reading this may not be a high school athlete, but the weekend warrior and industrial athlete will see very similar injuries if the hips are weak.

Perform 10 reps on each side, 1 set. Perform 2-3x/week.

This month I want to share with you a series of hip strengthening exercises to help prevent knee, hip and back injuries, while promoting safe exercise through proper muscle balance. Most people think of the hip muscles as the large gluteus maximus which sits along the posterior portion of your rear.

This is true, but did you know there are more than 15 muscles that make up the hip? Where I have found most of the issues in my young athletes, are the lateral muscles (gluteus medius, tensor fasciae latae) and external rotators (piriformis). The muscles are vital in controlling the tilt and rotation of the hip and femur while walking or running.

For instance, the activities of walking and running are a series of controlled falls from one leg to the next. This means the foot on the ground better have a strong foundation as well as a strong hip to hold you up.

If you did not have strength in your gluteus medius (for example), your hips would tilt laterally and sway (similar to a model walking down the runway). If you have a weak piriformis muscle the same holds true while walking, but this time your knee will rotate inwards, over-stressing your medial collateral ligament (MCL) and medial meniscus.

These are just two examples of what I see daily in the clinic as well as in the training room at school. If we can strengthen the hip muscles, we can keep the lower chain (leg, knee, foot) in alignment and prevent further injuries.

Keep your knee bent at 90 degrees the entire time.

The following exercises, known as “clam diggers” at Harada Physical Therapy, emphasize strength in the hip abductors and external rotators. Try these without resistance, only gravity and the weight of your leg. To increase the workload, use a resistance band just above your knees.

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Clamshells While laying on your left side and keeping your feet together, bend your knees to 90 degrees and hips to 45 degrees.

Tips: Keep your hips stacked to prevent your torso and hips from rolling backwards.

Try laying against the wall to prevent your hips from rolling backwards.

Hip Abduction Same position as above, but this time you will lift your entire top leg to the sky.

Perform 10 reps on each side, 1 set. Perform 2-3x/week.

Tips: Keep your knee and ankle at the same height while you lift your leg.

Avoid rolling your hips backwards.

Modified Clamshell Same position as #1, but this time you will rotate your hips and lift your feet off the ground.

Keep your feet together as you open your top knee.

Perform 10 reps on each side, 1 set. Perform 2-3x/week.

Tips: Do not perform this exercise against the wall as it will assist you.

Avoid rolling your hips backwards.

While these exercises may seem easy at first, be aware they will cause a deep burn in the hips. It is okay to take breaks or even shorten the reps. The most important aspect of this exercise routine is to keep your form and prevent a breakdown in the motion. As mentioned before, if the exercises become easy, place a resistance band around the legs, just above the knees. Like always, if you experience pain lasting longer than 24 hours, consult your physician. If you have more questions regarding these exercises or other exercises you might be performing at home, please feel free to contact us at either our Oak Harbor or Coupeville location.

Take care and happy holidays!

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Life Tributes PATRICIA H JOHNSON Long time Oak Harbor resident Patricia H Johnson died peacefully in her home Saturday, December 5, 2015 at the age of 90. She was born July 19, 1925 in Chicago, IL to Francis and Helen Montague.

She was married to Robert V Johnson, U.S.N. (Ret.) in July of 1944. He preceded her in death in August of 2003.

Courtesy of the Navy, Pat moved to Oak Harbor in 1966. She devoted years of volunteer service to St. Augustine Catholic Church and was also an avid

gardener and member of the Oak Harbor Garden Club. Her hobbies included swimming, golf, bowling, bridge and family poker games.

Pat is survived by her five children and their spouses; Tom (Lane) Johnson of Anacortes, Bob (Tobie) Johnson of Oak Harbor, George (Dee) Johnson of Arlington, WA, Suzanne (John) Lynn of Mountain Home, ID and Jim (Alina) Johnson of Sarasota, FL. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

A funeral mass for Pat was celebrated Thursday, December 10, 10am at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Rev Paul Pluth, JCL as Celebrant. Arrangements were entrusted to Wallin Funeral Home. To share memories and condolences please visit Pat’s Book of Memories page on the funeral home website at www.wallinfuneralhome.com.

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FRIDAY, December 4 2:05pm, SE 8th Ave. Caller advising he’s locked himself out of the house.

MONDAY, December 7 9:54am, NE Goldie St. Caller reporting suspicious Hydroxyzine bottles found at location.

2:18pm, SR 20 Caller advising subject is yelling profanities at people and a dog. Dog is acting aggressive and cowered when subject approached.

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Caller reporting deceased raccoon in yard.

2:54pm, SR 20 Caller advising child accidentally locked inside car.

3:43pm, SR 20 Caller advising business says “open” but no persons can be found on site.

5:47pm, SE 4th Ave. Caller reporting a package in the mail wrapped in Saran wrap. Unsolicited.

SATURDAY, December 5 1:52am, SE O’Leary St. Caller advising tree branches in backyard appear to be getting pulled down.

3:19am, SE O’Leary St. Caller is very upset. Requesting contact by a male officer. Hearing voices.

12:02pm, SW 11th Ct. Caller advising male subject came to house saying he found what he thinks is pipe bomb in greenbelt behind house.

6:53pm, SR 20 Caller advising of subject ordering food and is wanting to pay in diamonds.

SUNDAY, December 6 4:29pm, N Oak Harbor St. Caller advising traffic signal is flashing red r in all directions at location and people are “doing whatever they want.”

6:30pm, SE Pioneer way Caller advising of subject trembling, walking around like a zombie and crying.

Possible overdose.

10:15am, Rainier Cir. Caller reporting stray cats in area.

12:10pm, NE 4th Ave. Caller advising when delivering a meal a customer handed a piece of paper that said, “help me.”

12:31pm, SE Barrington Dr. Caller advising subject is making homicidal threats to harm people.

1:51pm, SR 20 Caller reporting subject is asking people to smoke weed out of his pipe.

TUESDAY, December 8 8:21am, SW Kimball Dr. Caller advising male subject came to door saying his friend used to live there. Now sitting in his vehicle outside.

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Fish, Fur & Fowl

by Ed Oldham

THE RIVER OF RAIN SURE IS A PAIN The river of rain we have been having over the last month is proof that too much of a good thing is bad. Waterfowl hunters love the nasty weather because it causes the birds to move around looking for some place sheltered to land and hopefully it's your decoy set. With this constant barrage of wet weather, though, the birds tend to have already found a place to hunker down and it takes something to flush them up in order for them to move.

Another effect too much rain has is it creates so many new areas for the birds to fly to.

Some of the fields I have seen while driving around are decent size ponds right now and they are everywhere. It makes it difficult to hunt when there are so many areas for them to land which are on private property. With the added benefit of having some pretty bountiful food sources around these newly developed ponds, local hot spots cool off very quickly.

Hopefully, in the near future some real cold weather shows up again. The temperatures have not been near freezing during the day for quite some time now and we need a nice long cold snap. This will help push birds out of the north and it will also help locally by freezing over those new ponds around the area because they are very shallow. I have seen ducks try to land on the ice and, although it’s comical, they don’t tend to do it when they attempt it.

Keep your eye on the weather reports. I am hoping we will get a change soon in this wet weather pattern. There is still plenty of time left but it would be nice to see things start to change sooner than later. Besides, it would be great to have a little snow on the ground for Christmas.

Speaking of Christmas, I know from speaking to my friends and their wives many of them find it difficult to shop for their outdoor enthusiasts. Most of them say we tend to get what we need when we need it so I am asked for advice quite regularly. Don’t get me wrong, some are easier to shop for than others but if you find it difficult to find something here are a few suggestions.

I would have to say one of the best gifts I have received in the last few years has been my GoPro. I admit when I got it I was

skeptical about how and where I would use it. After all I am way past extreme skiing and performing death defying tricks on my Huffy but I was pleasantly surprised how great a gift it was. I have used it hunting, fishing, snorkeling and on some motorcycle rides. I know they aren’t the cheapest cameras with price tags ranging from $150-$500 but I have done some really neat things with it and have plans for more.

One thing I did, which I had a blast watching, was I strapped it to my crab trap and sent it down. I let it soak for an hour and the whole time I was sitting with it I was contemplating the images it would capture. When we finally viewed the video we were amazed at just how much action takes place within the confines of one little crab trap. There were fish, shrimp, star fish, jelly fish and of course crab. It was just enjoyable to watch and there are countless other ways to use it. My plan for this coming summer is trying to figure out a way to clip it on my downrigger so I can watch salmon strikes.

Another great idea is to go down to your local fishing and hunting store and find out if they have gift certificates. Many places do and if you just have no idea what specific item to get your outdoor enthusiast, a gift card is a simple way to ensure he or she gets what they want and when they need it.

Thinking outside the box, you might consider making a donation in their name to a conservation group specific to their interest. Trust me there are groups for everyone. If they love waterfowl hunting, Ducks Unlimited would be perfect. Maybe they love elk hunting so I would suggest the Rocky Mountain Elk foundation. You can go online and find groups for pheasant, mule deer, salmon and most everything else.

I am sure no matter what you gift them they are going to be truly grateful. I love this time of the year and all it represents.

I’d like to take the time to wish all my readers and their families a Very Merry Christmas, from my family to yours. This has been a great year for outdoor activities and I look forward to next year. If you have any suggestions, comments, pictures or reports please send me an e-mail at: whidbeyfishfurandfowl@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAY, December 9 8:10am, Wildcat Way Caller advising a subject claiming to be off duty police officer almost struck her son while crossing the street. The driver of the van got out of his vehicle and grabbed son by the arm and said he needed to go with him to police department to get his picture taken.

THURSDAY, December 10 8:16am, SW 24th Ave. Caller advising trash and bicycles strewn about the yard.

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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

Galleries & Art Shows Featured Artist: Marcy Johnson Meet the Artist: Thursday, December 17, 10:00am-7:00pm Penn Cove Gallery, Coupeville Artist Marcy Johnson, weaver, jewelry maker and teacher, will be at Penn Cove Gallery, along with her spinning wheel. Marcy designs, spins yarn and produces woven artwork including woven scarves, blankets, rugs and more. She also makes hammered metal jewelry decorated with beads, wire and waxed linen.

Fine Art in the Season of Light Show continues through January 3 Rob Schouten Gallery, Greenbank Featuring a wonderful array of exceptional original art by over 30 world-class Whidbey Island and Northwest artists. The gallery is chock-full of unique art in a variety of prices and forms, including glass, jewelry, paintings, sculptures, encaustics, ceramics, fiber arts, woodwork, handmade books, gicleé prints and cards.

Color and Lines Show continues through December UUCWI Gallery of Art, Freeland The calligraphy of Mary McLeod and the stained glass work of Mary Goolsby and Judi Nyerges will be on display in the foyer. UUCWI is located approximately one mile north of Freeland at 20103 State Route 525.

Meetings & Organizations Holiday Celebration with Friends of the Oak Harbor Library Thursday, December 17, 3:00pm-4:30pm Oak Harbor Library

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Celebrate the season with Friends, food and fun. Live music will be presented by the Just in Time Jazz Duo and a silent auction of donated items will support Friends and the library.

Adult Running Group Every Wednesday & Friday, 5:00pm-6:15pm Vanderzicht Memorial Pool, Oak Harbor A running group for adults of all levels, beginner to advanced. Stretching and strengthening and drills as well. The cost is free to start. For more information, contact Brad Sandefur at bsandman50@gmail.com or (360) 675-7665.

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

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

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

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

Eating Addiction Support Group Every Thursday, 11:30am Private residence, Langley Meeting based on Becky Jackson’s book “Dieting, A Dry Drunk.” Meeting time subject to change based on groups needs. For more information and meeting address: DietingRecovery.com, or contact Christina (360) 730-1886; christinamjames@hotmail.com.

Gambler’s Anonymous Every Saturday, 9:00am Whidbey General Hospital, Coupeville

For more information, call (360) 221-2070

Downstairs in conference room near Cafeteria. A new meeting will start in Oak Harbor at the First United Methodist Church Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm downstairs in classroom 3, 1050 SE Ireland Street. Open Meeting.

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NAR-ANON family groups are world-wide for those affected by someone else’s addiction.

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By Carey Ross Alvin and the Chimpmunks: The Road Chip: The movie for everyone who can’t get a ticket to a showing of "Star Wars."  (PG • 1 hr. 26 min.)

Brooklyn: Saoirse Ronan, future Academy Award winner, anchors this (bitter)sweetly romantic drama about an Irish girl navigating her way through 1950s Brooklyn. Of course, there’s a boy (or two), but this is a story of a woman coming into her own as her adopted country does the same. Written

by Nick Hornby and acclaimed by critics far and wide, this one as Oscar written all over it.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 51 min.)

Creed: As far as I can tell, in the seventh installment of this film franchise spanning four decades, Rocky is now Mickey, Adonis Johnson (son of Apollo Creed, #neverforget) is Rocky and the whole thing should be a mess, but is saved by the capable direction of Ryan Coogler (also responsible for the incredible and criminally underwatched "Fruitvale Station") and a fist-in-the-air formula that just won’t quit. Yo, Adrian!  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 35 min.)

The Good Dinosaur: Pixar’s second release of 2015 imagines a scenario in which dinosaurs are spared extinction and coexist with humans. Though the movie features Pixar’s trademark breathtaking animation and an abundance of heart, it’s not the groundbreaker "Inside Out" was – but your dinoobsessed kiddies are not likely to care about that.  (PG • 1 hr. 40 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.)

In the Heart of the Sea: Director Ron Howard has made some decent movies ("Frost/Nixon, Apollo 13") and some real dogs ("The Da Vinci Code, Far and Away"), but most of his career is marked by mediocrity. This film, about the source material for "Moby Dick," isn’t going to be the one to elevate his rep.  (PG-13 • 2 hrs. 2 min.)

Krampus: It was only a matter of time before Krampus got the Hollywood treatment. I don’t even care how bad this movie might be, it stars Adam Scott, Toni Collette, and David Koechner, and involves “beloved holiday icons” taking on a “monstrous life of their own.” Sign me up.  (Unrated) 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. Possibly mediocre, probably terrible, so manage your expectations accordingly.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 46 min.)

The Martian: Am I the only one who can’t believe Matt Damon is still floating around in space after all this time?  (PG-13 • 2 hrs. 14 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.)

Sisters: Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are, together, the funniest, smartest, most utterly ridiculous comedic force on the planet. Besties in real life, they play sisters on the big screen in a two-hour free-for-all of fearless funny business. This is the R-rated comedy you are looking for.  R • 1 hr. 58 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.)

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‘TIS THE SEASON TO BE DECADENTEGGNOG, CHOCOLATE, AND FRUITCAKE Being December is a month of many festive days and events, it would be ludicrous to think we should leave something as decadent and delicious as chocolate covered anything, out of it. Yes, there is literally a National Chocolate Covered Anything Day, which happens to be December 16. In addition to this wonderfully exciting day wherein the celebratory norm is to eat chocolate covered anything I suppose, December also happens to be the host of National Fruitcake Month and National Eggnog Month.

I have found that fruit cake isn’t wildly popular here in the United States. Perhaps though, I just need to broaden my target ‘audience’ when asking questions, but generally speaking those with whom I’ve spoken to, don’t seem to particularly like this fare. Personally, I think it’s lovely and my mother used to bake a fruitcake every year in October, save it in a cake tin with a lid, and every so often douse it with brandy.

Then come Christmas Day, she would light the brandy marinated fruitcake and it would gently ‘simmer’ in a transparent blue flame for a few seconds. Of course another non-alcohol infused cake was kept aside for us little ones and I really have always enjoyed it. This fruity dessert can be traced back to the Ancient Romans who concocted something similar by using a mulched up mix of pine nuts, pomegranate seeds, barley, and raisins apparently. The fruitcake we are

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acquainted with sprang from medieval times.

Each part of the world has their own version of bread or cake stuffed or mixed with fruit of some kind. The Germans have stollen, the Italians panforte, the British - plum pudding and so on.

Though it is probably due to the fact the ingredients needed to make fruitcake were, long ago, rather expensive, and so it became reserved for special occasions as a more grand indulgence.

Christmas time is one such occasion where this cake is traditionally served, (maybe not as much in the US but they do it overseas). It’s a pity that a fruitcake when produced in mass amounts tends to be either too doughy and ‘wet’ or too dry and tasteless, requiring the person eating it to force it down with copious amounts of liquid, lest they choke. A homemade fruitcake is something entirely different from the store bought kind. I think you can taste the love and effort put into making it (like anything else homemade of course!) Regardless, if you come across a recipe you like, tweak it and maybe you will find a new season’s tradition!

Now as December is also National Eggnog Month, I had to discover this thick, smooth and creamy drink’s origins. I do like eggnog but I can only drink a small amount at a time.

While the flavor and its smoothness is unique, comforting and refreshing, its viscosity has a tendency to thwart any of my attempts to drink large amounts of it. This drink also has its roots entrenched in medieval times, and was originally

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something called posset. Posset was made from milk curdled with ale or wine and spiced with whatever was on hand. This was incredibly popular all the way up until the 19th century and was also used as an elixir of sorts for colds, or even a general aid to help a person go to sleep. Kind of like how nowadays we would drink warm milk in a bid to gently lull us into dreamland. Another drink of similar ilk is Egg Flip, given its name as a result of the ‘flipping’ action that occurred when a mixture of eggs, milk, spices, and sometimes alcohol was very quickly poured from pitcher to pitcher to mix it. However this drink came to be it is enjoyed across the United States and Canada. Both homemade and store bought versions can be made and found in an extensive array of flavors. It would be difficult not to find one well suited to a person’s own palate.

And I know I have brought up chocolate before, but I am going to do it again. Quite often it’s a widely used, all-encompassing aspect of daily dietary life, especially now in December. Hot chocolate is served anywhere and everywhere, at the behest of cold hands and beseeching bellies, beckoning for something warm, sweet and smooth to be imbibed. Of course the cold weather drives adults and children alike indoors to warm up and what better way than with hot chocolate? But chocolate covered anything?

Yes, that’s right. I’ve heard of things such as chocolate covered seaweed (which can be found in Korea) as well as pickles, jerky, corn dogs, and roses, all smothered, dipped or drizzled with chocolate. I would definitely try any of these though. Whether or not I will like them is highly debatable. It was interesting to read that back in 1971 in the original Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory movie, the indulgent river in which August Gloop nearly drowned was really constructed. It took approximately 15,000 gallons of water, chocolate and cream to create.

While we associate chocolate and it’s consumption most readily with South America, did you know Africa grows more than two thirds of the world’s cocoa? Interesting to learn this ‘magical’ little bean has its roots pressed firmly into the ground in at least two continents.

What is it about chocolate that gives it that mysterious taste which is so alluring, and unbearably good? Perhaps it’s because it contains 600 dif-

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ferent flavor compounds and as a result we can’t quite put our finger on it to accurately describe just how magnificent the taste is. On December 16 I hope you are able to observe National Chocolate Covered Anything Day accordingly and eat something smothered in chocolate. If not, then perhaps any given day during the month, enjoy a large glass of eggnog or perhaps even a slice of fruitcake! Whatever you choose to do, may it be delicious and merry! I have included a recipe for chocolate covered crepes. Send any questions, comments, information and recipes to me because I love to hear from you, so Let’s Dish!

Chocolate Filled, Chocolate Covered Crepes 2 eggs ½ cup water ½ cup milk ¾ cup all-purpose flour 6 teaspoons sugar ½ tablespoon butter 4 x 1oz bittersweet chocolate squares ½ cup butter 1 teaspoons instant coffee 3 cups heavy whipping cream 1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix 1 and ¼ cup evaporated milk 2 and ½ cups confectioners’ sugar

In large bowl mix eggs, water, milk, flour, 6 teaspoons sugar, and ½ tablespoon of butter. In a separate bowl for the filling, mix chocolate pudding, coffee, cream, and beat until thickened. To make the sauce, in a medium saucepan, melt ½ cup of butter, bittersweet chocolate, confectioners’ sugar and evaporated milk until melted and slightly thickened. In a lightly greased pan over medium heat, spoon a little batter into the center and swirl it around to thinly coat the bottom of the pan. Allow it to brown just slightly, flip and cook for a few seconds et voila! Spread pudding mix onto each crepe, roll up, and drizzle with chocolate sauce, serve and enjoy! www.neatorama.com www.telegraph.co.uk www.smithsonianmag.com www.allrecipes.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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CHICKEN LITTLE & THE ASTROLOGER

By Wesley Hallock

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Examine the fine print on all contracts very carefully on the 17th. (Buyer’s remorse is a strong possibility.) Emotions run high on the 19th. (Better than going it alone is to enlist help in your negotiations.) Efforts to make ends meet on the 21st go well. Added debt is a strong possibility on the 22nd. Someone’s conservative thinking collides with your more carefree approach on the 23rd.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Group projects and fun activities draw lots of input (not all of it satisfying) on the 17th.

A difficult task could unravel on the 19th, making it impossible to keep your feelings hidden.

(Consider getting all out in the open early.)

Standing on your beliefs on the 21st gets you helpful support. Diplomacy will get you everywhere you want to go on the 22nd.

Don’t hesitate to involve a friend on the 23rd.

The situation isn’t hopeless.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Opposition to your actions on the 17th is partly because it’s unclear what you’re trying to do. Take time to clarify. Over exuberance on the 19th is counter-productive and could be self-defeating. Handle the task on the 21st with grace. (The result could prove pleasantly surprising.) The soft touch on the 22nd should result in unexpected joys at home. A sourpuss may rain on your picnic on the 23rd, but never mind, you’re unstoppable that day.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Your response to a situation on the 17th may confuse someone who doesn’t understand you. If it works for you (and it seems that it does), that’s all that matters. Feelings and intellect take opposing sides on the 19th. (It’s not the sky falling, only a passing storm that may affect relations at home.) Conservative counsel helps on the 21st. Cooperative effort gets you ahead on the 22nd. Working behind the scene creates opposition on the 23rd.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Lack of clarity around your intentions on the 17th puts you on shaky ground. (It’s work before play, remember?) Your competitive spirit works both for and against you on the 19th. Slow and methodical is the best solution on the 21st. The 22nd sees you getting unexpected help in a moment of need, possibly from family. Prior obligations may stand in the way of your leisure time on the 23rd, but it’s not the end of the world.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Two minds prove better than one on the 17th, and more fun, too. Resourcefulness and creativity are your best allies on the 19th, should the day’s agenda demand revision.

Returns exceed the effort expended on the 21st. (Don’t you wish it were so every day?)

Artistry and inspiration feed into your

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) You’re budget-minded and cost-conscious on the 17th, but unclear about how to handle debt. (Just knowing brings clarity.) A possible flaring of emotions on the 19th is because someone perceives you as running their show. A practical approach on the 21st works favorably for you but may create tensions. A resource shuffle on the 22nd does exactly what’s needed. Your style may get crimped on the 23rd, but that need not ruin your whole day.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Travel and business get a green light on the 17th, including the support of the spouse or partner involved. Your dealings behind the scene on the 19th won’t go unnoticed, but ultimately benefit you in ways unexpected. If the path of least resistance on the 21st means deferring to others, do it. You benefit in the end. Team work produces a surprising gain on the 22nd. Unanticipated events on the 23rd likely require a change of plans.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Overreaching is counterproductive on the 17th. (Your own lack of clarity undermines your power to act.) Keep it simple on the 19th and your burst of personal creativity ultimately benefits you.

The necessary means to act just aren’t there on 21st. (Don’t fight it.) Subtle decorum wins for you on the 22nd. (Surrender the spotlight.)

You help yourself on the 23rd by helping others. Pitch in with an open heart.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Whether you win or lose on the 17th (chances are you win), it’s because of the little things only you know about. Your actions on the 19th pack clout.

(Spontaneity is the key.)

Everything needed to prevail on the 21st is there. The forces of good are with you on the 22nd in open and obvious ways, plus some less obvious you won’t know about until later.

The opposition on the 23rd may arise from within you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) A partner comes to your aid in the scramble to hold matters together on the 17th. (Reassure your inner Chicken Little.) It’s the things you don’t understand that hurt you on the 19th. (Grow by learning.) Keeping a calm demeanor while concealing your hand should play in your favor on the 21st. Your affairs get a benevolent stress test on the 22nd. Think team play on the 23rd.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Trusting another to do the right thing is hazardous on the 17th.

(Misunderstandings are likely to arise about what you expect from them.) Disputes over money and possessions are possible on the 19th. (Be prepared to validate your claims.) You’re ahead of the game in competitions or activities requiring skill on the 21st. Hard work on the 23rd may not be immediately satisfying, but earns you status points toward a future advance. © 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.

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JOBS WANTED Carpenter/Handyman looking for work and/or small odd jobs. Have tools, skill and references. All jobs considered.

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LESSONS Guitar lessons: Looking for students who want to learn how to play guitar. One-on-on, all ages, all styles. Beginners welcome. Gift certificates available for the holidays, includes 4 lessons (1 hr. each), 1 FREE with consultation, and guitar set-up all for $100. Call Scott (360) 675-5470

HOME FURNISHINGS 48" Round Oak Clawfoot table w 2' extension. 4 chairs, $250 firm. Call (360) 675-2576 (1) No Cheating!

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

MISCELLANEOUS Brand new luxurious Ethan Allen Sofa. Paid $4000 - Asking $2000.

Beautiful fabric, used 5 times! Timeless style for extra seating for the holidays. Hand-tailored cushions and especially comfortable. (360) 929-3820 (0) Queen size wood bed frame, wood head and foot boards plus 2 matching night tables.

In Coupeville, $40. Call 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

Prism kite bag, very good condition, $60 cash only. (360) 632-6202

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.

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 Wood Shaft Golf Clubs: From the early 1900s. Hickory shafts, old leather grips, assortment of clubs. Great decor! $40 each or 3 for $90.

(425) 238-7191 (1) OS Pro Fly Rod: Fiberglass, 9' long, 4 pieces. 5-6# line rated.

Dark Green. Soft cloth case, $45. Call (425) 238-7191 (1) Wooden Creeper: Vintage creeper with the fancy wheels that let you lie as close to the ground as possible. Schuck’s logo. Lots of patina, $25.

(425) 238-71 91 (1) Road Bikes: 2 in excellent shape. Both have 700c wheels, chro-Molly frames, and are 21-speed. One has a stand-over height of 28" (for someone about 5'-6"). The

second one has a stand-over height of 30.5" (for someone about 6'-0"). Must see! $250 each. (425) 238-7191 (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 Our parrotlet (a small parrot) flew out the door Nov 19. He is about 5 inches long with blue, turquoise and black feathers. Skagit CL has photos, as does Best Friends Vet Services FB page. He might answer or come to Baby Bird.

Please call (360) 675-3095 if sighted or caught or take to Best Friends Veterinary in Oak Harbor. He is very missed.

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!

FREE Sony TV, 32-inch with good picture. Works fine, older model. Free to anybody who can use it. (360) 678-4046 (0)

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