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Yesterday, Grandma sent me a picture of someone other than our first grandchild. I was doubly shocked. Not only was the picture not the daily update of our three month preciously young Malia Mae, but the smart phone sent photo was one of Grandma with Tom Selleck. Yep, the old Blue Blood hunk himself. If I don't hear from Grandma by this time next week, you can be certain I will be smashing, then recycling, all my Jesse Stone DVDs. Home Cool Home If there is one thing that can make us Freelanders feel free, it is surely the act of returning home after traveling to the dark side. Long-time Whidbey Island locals call the mainland many things–America, the other side, the dark side, the real world, and other phrases or expressions which we know would be inappropriate if printed here. Go ahead and say them. My hearing aids are not in. My body was cheering upon feeling the cool air outside Southwest baggage claim when I hit the concrete last Tuesday morning. A week of over 90 degree temps and humidities in the Deep South had been a stretch for my Northwest U.S. adjusted life style. My 14.2% body fat torso had a similar adjustment moving to Bend, Oregon from San Diego in the 70s', and from Hollywood to Whidbey in the 80's. Yet, how I handled the humidity and summer heat of Mississippi and Missouri in the 50s' and 60s' is beyond me. Maybe, as a Hardy Boy wanna be kid, I never really knew what the fresh air of a deep breath could be until I inhaled those blue skies in Seattle Perry Como sang about on the 1968-1970 ABC series, Here Come The Brides. A TV trivia sidebar here for the Freeland Cafe Sunday night trivia teams–David Soul (Hutch on Starsky and Hutch), who played Joshua Bolt, brother of Jeremy Bolt (Bobby Sherman), on Here Come the Brides, first appeared as the hooded “mystery singer” on Merv Griffin's afternoon TV show in '66 and '67. That bit of unneeded info may get you half a cup of coffee someday. Ya'll come see us, ya hear? While home can be where one hangs his or her hat, for most of us, home is where the heart is. Thank goodness I was raised by southern parents with big hearts. Knowing most of my southern heritage stayed at home where their hearts are, I can swim in sentimentality instead of humidity when I go home. Even though I was still a Yankee with blue eyes, my hospitality rewards were redeemed beyond measure. I was “Sir'ed” everywhere I went, “thank you'ed” at every opportunity, and “sweet tea'ed” with regularity. As mentioned in last week's part one of this two-parter review of my trip to see cousin Lucy in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, my first meal in Atlanta was paid for by a stranger. I learned long ago no one is stranger than me, so, that free meal was appreciated. It all balanced out this morning when an e-mail from Chase Fraud Services arrived to ask if I really had ordered $198 worth of pizza from Papa John over the phone. Are you kidding me? I never eat in any restaurant that has the word Papa first, nor do I ever call in a food order with an Amazon credit card I only use to buy CDs and DVDs I forgot I already had. Brain Food No wonder Dad marked the date he read his Louis L'Amour westerns, right on the inside front cover. The books were beginning to all sound alike because Dad was on his third reading. I am beginning to do that after watching re-runs of The A-Team on COZI-TV. Now I keep a log with the name and number of the episode, which season, and a notation of whether Mr. T had to ride on an airplane.
Whidbey Weekly I used to get excited when my credit card was compromised. Now, I expect it, so I use my Amazon card on the road since I never use it on Amazon. Tricky, tricky. Last time I was in Seattle, some kid scanned my credit card from the inside of his briefcase. Within minutes, he was buying clothes on-line at some boutique in Oregon. I don't do boutiques. I don't do Bordeaux. I don't do dressing rooms, except inside the Goodwill, last week in Atlanta, where I locked myself out while wearing pants with a 44 waist and no belt. Things would have been fine had I been performing at a circus. The gentleman or gentlewoman who helped me unlock the door was not impressed with my dilemma. I was afraid to ask him or her about this or that, so I bought a used Tina Turner CD and exited for the Salvation Army. Fun with Lucy While my mainland shopping is not a real boon to local economies in other states, my purchases are memorable nonetheless. The last time I had visited cousin Lucy, my tennis shoes were not accepted at the country club. The classy Bostonian shoes which I bought, purchased in emergency fashion at a Hattiesburg thrift store, are still in my closet. Someday I may need them if I should ever decide to go to a prom. I never went to a prom in high school. I was always afraid my breath would be too bad. How nervous can a guy be pinning on a corsage? We didn't have Altoids in Oil City, just Canoe cologne, but Canoe burned my throat. Cousin Lucy dresses as elegantly now as she did in the 50s'. Lucy is a lady. A southern lady. Sweeter than caramel cake topped with Tupelo honey, Lucy is gracious, kind, and thoughtful, through and through. Lucy loves yellow flowers, yellow clothes, and yellow walls. She believes in sending “thank you” notes. Lucy lives her Christian beliefs. She reads two books each and every night, first, The Bible, then a chapter or two of Danielle Steel. Lucy has never said an unkind word, or had a hair out of place. Southern women are always at the ready. Southern ladies can be ready to travel in an instant as you never know when the next party will start.
Last week, much to my non-surprise, cousin Emma's fresh baked southern Alabama pecan fingers were individually wrapped in Cut-Rite wax paper, just like Tama used to do. Family traditions, family laughing, family hugging. The Family Trifecta. Storytelling, story sharing, story correcting. Family Store-Age. Thanks to cousin Ellen, our family genealogist guru, who has taken her father Tom's storytelling skills to another level of levity, we now have the autograph of James Buchanan, 15th President of the US, on a homestead grant for land gifted to our great-grandfather. Upon seeing the tombstone of my namesake with our name spelled differently than my birth certificate, Ellen noted, “Alternative spelling.”
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“I’m excited about providing a unique opportunity for Whidbey Islanders to experience master jazz dance classes being taught by a world renowned Luigi jazz dance practitioner,” Zinger said.
Letters to the Editor Editor, I’d like to publicly thank those fine people who saw my predicament and jumped in to help at the Coupeville Boat launch this Sunday the 31st of July. While I made some very rookie mistakes (primarily not remembering this trailer had rollers not skid boards). Those of you who jumped in to help are indicative of the Whidbey Island spirit which caused me to move back here and make Coupeville home. Thank you very much and one day I hope to return the favor. Bud Bennett, Coupeville
Editor, I am delighted with the Primary results – they exceeded my expectations. This sends a powerful message that the people of the 10th Legislative District are tired of corporate run government and are ready for a candidate that will work in the interests of citizens at large and the place they call home. Their votes indicate they seek a representative that will bring integrity, energy, and the tenacity to find bipartisan solutions to our state’s education funding dilemma, advance transportation infrastructure, improve public health and safety, advance renewable energy alternatives and solutions to address homelessness and mental health challenges. Thank you for your support and hard work in getting these results. Let’s keep up the momentum and success through the General. I am thankful and appreciate the hard work of so many volunteers that helped me achieve this success. Angie Homola Candidate for Washington State Senate 10th LD
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Northwest Dancers to Enjoy the Living Legacy of Luigi Jazz dance teacher, Francis Roach, will arrive from New York City later this month to teach classes on Whidbey Island and in Seattle. Roach was the longtime dance partner, co-teacher and protégé of the late Eugene Louis “Luigi” Facciuto for close to 40 years. Facciuto is known in the dance world as the “father of jazz dance” and who developed his own dance technique, opening the Luigi Jazz Centre school in New York City that became a mecca for dancers of all stripes. The “Luigi” style became hugely popular because of its accessibility to everyone; a style that’s easy to learn and puts no strain on the body. Langley resident and dance teacher, Daunne Zinger, was instrumental in arranging the
“The beauty of the Luigi style is that it can be learned by anyone because of its simplicity of movements, while still offering a challenge to dancers both mentally and physically. And you won’t hurt yourself doing it,” she added. During a typical class at Luigi’s studio, everybody dances. Zinger said she was once in a class where actor Ben Vereen was dancing next to a 7-year-old aspiring dancer, who was dancing next to her grandmother, who was recovering from an athletic injury. “It’s a style for everybody. It’s inclusive. Everyone will feel welcomed, whether you’re someone with a casual interest in exploring dance or you are an experienced performer,” she said. Zinger, who has been a longtime disciple of the Luigi style, calls Roach her mentor and credits him with shaping her passion for the Luigi technique. “He’s bringing Luigi’s legacy to our community and I’m very excited about that. It took me a long time to convince Francis to come!” Generous donations of studio space have been provided by Whidbey Flex Studio in Clinton, Island Dance in Langley and Spectrum Dance in Seattle. Some of Zinger’s dance students from Sojourn Studios in Bayview have helped make Roach’s visit a reality. Carol Bingman, owner of Carol Lee’s Attic, will provide accommodations for Roach, while other students contributed funds for the marketing and have even arranged informal gatherings to give the jazz star a warm Whidbey Island welcome. “My biggest hope is the classes are filled with dancers and non-dancers of all ages, just like Luigi’s classes in New York City,” Zinger said. All levels of dancers, and non-dancers can sign up for one or more of the four classes offered during the weekend. The classes include: 6:00pm Friday, August 26 at Whidbey Flex Studio, 11042 State Route 525, Suite 136 in Clinton 11:00am and 1:00pm Saturday, August 27 at Island Dance and Gymnastics, 714 Camano Ave, Langley 10:00am Sunday, August 28 at Spectrum Dance, 800 Lake Washington Blvd, Seattle The cost is $25 per class. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. To register, email Daunne Zinger at zingerd@whidbey.com or call (206) 633-3589. [Submitted by Patricia Duff]
Goosefoot and the Goose Community Grocer Kick Off $30,000 Matching Grant Fundraising Campaign for South Whidbey School District Garden Program The Goose Grocer and Goosefoot will match up to $30,000 raised from the community for the South Whidbey School District Garden program during the 2016-2017 school year. In October 2014, Goosefoot, a local nonprofit community & economic development organization, announced a challenge grant of $15,000 annually for three years from the Goose Community Grocer in support of the garden program. Goosefoot fully owns the grocery store in a unique partnership with the Myers Group, a retail management company with headquarters in Clinton. The Myers Group manages the Goose Grocer for Goosefoot. In 2014, over $22,000 was raised from the community and the Goose Grocer matched the total amount, donating $44,726 to the garden program. In 2015, $26,048 was raised and the Goose again matched the whole amount, for a grand total of $52,096 donated. According to Goosefoot Executive Director
Sandy Whiting, “Our board decided to challenge our community a little more this year. We couldn’t imagine raising and matching less than last year and decided to raise the matching grant officially to $30,000.” Whiting notes that gifts from $5 to $5,000 are welcome. She hopes that every single person who sees the benefit in this program donates something. “Thanks for shopping the Goose!” is Board President Kevin Engstrom’s enthusiastic response to why the store is able to donate so generously. Steadily rising sales, combined with non-profit ownership by Goosefoot, means that profits made will be spent on behalf of the South Whidbey community. Engstrom continues, “Your shopping dollars spent at the Goose have a multiplier effect throughout our community.” The students work directly in the gardens, digging, planting, harvesting, and, perhaps most surprisingly, eating. “The students love the fresh-picked garden nibbles during the classes. We’ve had to expand the amount of carrots, broccoli, tomatoes and peas we plant so there is enough for both garden grazing and delivering to the cafeteria,” according to Cary Peterson, Garden Program Coordinator. The School Farm delivers over 1000 pounds of fresh organic produce to the Chartwellsmanaged school cafeterias. The salad bar is a hit when school greens are in season. Produce is also donated to the local Good Cheer Food Bank and Whidbey Island Nourishes, a supplemental meal program serving youth. Engaged and experiential garden-based learning happens year-round for all students K-5 at the Elementary School, and science and elective classes at the Middle School. This year the program is expanding into healthy snacks and cooking skills. The school garden program has attracted media attention as well. Most recently, Whidbey Island filmmakers Melissa Young and Mark Dworkin of Moving Images created a short film titled “Cultivating Kids,” which may be viewed at https://vimeo.com/166718900. In May 2016, King 5 news came to Whidbey Island to do a story (http://www.king5.com/news/ education/green-thumbs-creating-healthybodies-in-whidbey-island-schools/164710435). Edible Seattle not only did a story in their March/April issue, but were so impressed they offered a subscription based fundraiser for the school garden program. 100% of donations received goes towards meeting the challenge grant of $30,000. Those wanting to donate to the matching fund may send a check, made payable to Goosefoot, to Goosefoot at PO Box 114, Langley, WA 98260. You may also donate on-line at the Goosefoot website, www.goosefoot.org. Just type “school garden program” or SGP in the comments field. For questions on donating, please contact Marian Myszkowski at (360) 321-4232 or marian@goosefoot.org. The South Whidbey School District Garden Program is the result of a unique collaboration amongst several Whidbey Island non-profits: Good Cheer Food Bank, Goosefoot, South Whidbey School District, Whidbey Institute, and Whidbey Island Nourishes (WIN). For more information on the South Whidbey School District Garden Program, visit their website at https://whidbeyschoolgardens. wordpress.com/ [Submitted by Marian A. Myszkowski, Goosefoot]
Little Women the Musical Tickets on Sale Opening the 2016-2017 Whidbey Playhouse Season, tickets for Little Women the Broadway Musical are now available. This beloved classic of more than 100 years is brought to life with music! Based on Louisa May Alcott’s life, Little Women follows the adventures of the March sisters. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication but unfortunately no one is interested. Reluctantly taking the advice of a friend, Jo begins to weave the story of herself, her
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During your working years, your primary investment goal is generally growth – you need your money to grow so that you can eventually afford the comfortable retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned. But when you retire, should you change course and adjust your investment strategy from “offense” to “defense”? Actually, it’s not quite that simple. To begin with, even while you are working, you don’t want your portfolio to be completely filled with growth-oriented investments, such as stocks. If it were, you would likely be taking on a degree of investment risk that’s too high, because, as you may know, stocks will fluctuate in price – sometimes significantly. And if you only own stocks, you could take a big hit during a market downturn. That’s why you need to have an array of investments – stocks, bonds, certificates of deposit (CDs) and so on. By spreading your investment dollars this way, you can give yourself more opportunities for success while reducing the impact of volatility on your portfolio. (Keep in mind, though, that diversification, by itself, can’t guarantee profits or protect against all losses.) Now, let’s fast-forward to your retirement date. Once you retire, you may need to look at your investment portfolio somewhat differently – instead of “building it up,” you may now want to think of “making it last.” So, your first impression might be that instead of maintaining the diversified portfolio you had when you were working, you need to switch to predominantly “safe” investments, such as CDs and Treasury bonds, to reduce the risk of losing principal. And such a strategy might indeed be effective – if your retirement were only going to last a year or so. But the chances are reasonably good that you could be retired for two, or possibly even three, decades. If that’s the case, then you will have to deal with a threat to your lifestyle that you might not have considered: inflation. We’ve had low inflation for several years, but that could change in the future. Consider this: Even at a relatively low 3% inflation rate, prices double roughly every 25 years. And depending on your personal needs and spending patterns, your personal inflation rate might be even higher. To protect yourself against inflation, you will find that investments such as CDs and Treasury bonds are typically not much help. In fact, in a low-rate environment, your returns on these investments may not even keep up with inflation, much less keep you ahead of it. That’s not to say they have no value – they can provide you with an income stream and help lower your overall investment risk. But to defend your purchasing power, you will still need some growth potential in your investment portfolio during your retirement years. Your exact percentage of stocks and other growth-oriented investments will depend on a variety of factors – your projected longevity, other sources of income, family situation, risk tolerance and so on. You may want to consult with a financial professional to ensure that your portfolio mix is suitable for your needs. Many things may change in your life when you retire – but the need for investment diversification is not one of them. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.
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Little Women the Broadway Musical runs September 9 thru October 2, 2016, at the Whidbey Playhouse, 730 SE Midway Blvd in Oak Harbor. Show times are 7:30pm for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening performances, and 2:30pm for Sunday matinees. Tickets are $20 for adults, with discounts for students, active duty military and family, and large groups. Call the box office at (360) 679-2237 for further information, show dates, discounts, and reservations, or email office@ whidbeyplayhouse.com or check the website at www.whidbeyplayhouse.com. Tickets may be purchased online at www.whidbeyplayhouse.com/ticket-information.html. The Whidbey Playhouse is wheelchair and handicapped accessible.
Hailed as “an aristocrat of his instrument” (Los Angeles Times), Allan Vogel is one of America’s leading wind soloists and chamber musicians. Just now retiring as principal oboist of the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, he has appeared as soloist with orchestras throughout the country and has been featured at the festivals of Marlboro, Aspen, Mostly Mozart, Chamber Music Northwest, Oregon Bach and Santa Fe. Mr. Vogel has been guest principal with the Boston Symphony Orchestra and has been a frequent guest with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center as well as the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra. His discography includes two solo recordings on the Delos label, “Bach’s Circle” (baroque sonatas) and “Oboe Obsession” (virtuoso romantic works). He is on the faculty of the California Institute of the Arts, the University of Southern California and the Colburn Conservatory of Music.
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Little Lambs Preschool Accepting Registrations Little Lambs Preschool is now registering: 3-year-olds, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:00am11:30am; 4-year-olds, Monday/Wednesday/ Friday, 9:00am-11:30am; and 4 & 5-year-olds, PreK/Kindergarten, Monday through Friday. For more information, call (360) 675-2548 or visit www.concordiaoakharbor.org [Submitted by Kathy Doolin, Little Lambs Preschool]
Island Transit and South Whidbey Academy Student Partner on End-Of-Year Videography Class Project Island Transit is pleased to act as a partner with a South Whidbey Academy student by allowing him access to a parked bus in their yard, which he then utilized as a setting for his South Whidbey High School videography class final project. Island Transit is excited to be of assistance to a future Academy Award winner! To see the video, go to https://youtu.be/ ghdUSSK8hkw. [Submitted by Meg Heppner, Island Transit]
Final Note: The Last Concerts with Allan Vogel
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Enjoy the music of Vivaldi, Bach, Haydn & Mozart, including Haydn’s String Quartet op. 1 #1, Bach’s Trio Sonata from the Musical Offering as well as his Aria from Cantata BWV 187 “Got Versorget Alles Leben” and his Art of the Fugue Contrapuntus #4, Vivaldi’s Trio Sonata in g for two oboes and continuo, and Mozart’s Flute Quartet K.285. For more information, contact Sheila Weidendorf at (360) 320-2362 or email sweidendorf@ whidbey.com [Submitted by Sheila Weidendorf]
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This concert series also features flutist Janice Tipton. Tipton has performed with many musical organizations across the country, including the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, with whom she has appeared as a soloist, the Los Angeles Music Center Opera Orchestra, the Oregon Bach Festival, Chamber Music Northwest, Chamber Music Sedona, the Tucson Chamber Music Festival and the New England Bach Festival. Hailed as “superlative” by the Los Angeles Times, Janice has also collaborated with the Angeles, Saint Petersburg and Prazac String Quartets. She has appeared at the Barge in New York City and at the Library of Congress under the auspices of the American Bach Society. She has toured the United States and South America with the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra and Eastern Europe with the vocal group Cantori Domino. Janice is currently a member of the chamber music ensemble Bach’s Circle. She has recorded for Delos and Etcetera as well as for the Friends of Arizona Chamber Music.
Wondering what that antique or collectible is worth? Find out at the Whidbey Appraisal Faire on Saturday, September 3, from 11:00am to 2:00pm in Oak Harbor. This fundraising event is sponsored by the American Association of University Women (AAUW) and all proceeds go to help girls of Whidbey Island with their educations. The AAUW Terrific Treasures Sale is at the same location on the same day. The sale features high-end accessories (jewelry, purses, scarves, etc) and collectibles at bargain prices. Please email whidbey.appraisal. faire@gmail.com for reservations and information. $10 reserves a place for you with the appraiser. The $10 payment allows for one item to be appraised. Two items are $18 and three for $25. Reservations are limited and close on August 20 so email today!
On Friday, August 12 & Sunday, August 14 Vogel & Tipton will be joined by local members of Island Consort Frances Kenney, Oboe; Sue
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Conference leader is Daniel Guerrero, a former US Marine Corps officer who spent 26 years as a special agent with the FBI. He worked in the field investigating violent crime, major offenders, foreign counterintelligence and major drug trafficking organizations. Guerrero was deployed overseas on major investigations including the U.S. embassy bombings in Kenya, Tanzania, Pakistan, Russia, Egypt, Morocco, Sweden and the United Kingdom. He was a Senior FBI Representative to the Department of Homeland Security. Currently, Mr. Guerrero is the director of Security and Emergency Preparedness at the Edmonds Community College and continues to serve as an advisory to Homeland Security and Emergency Management Board of the State of Washington. Presented by the Pacific Northwest Coalition, a non-profit 501c4 Washington Corporation on Saturday, August 20, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at WhidbeyTelecom, WiFire Conference room, 1651 Main Street, Freeland. Cost per individual is $25 and includes a generous deli-style buffet. Group discounts are offered to qualifying businesses and organizations. Seating is limited. Reservations required. Email RSVP2PNwC@mail.com and you may register and pre-pay online at: https://squareup.com/store/pacific-northwest-coalition. For additional information, please call (360) 341-2355. [Submitted by Mary Jane Olson] BITS ‘N’ PIECES
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Live Music: Erik Christensen & Dain Norman
& dance to live music by Highway 20. Bring an appetite because Bobby and friends will be grilling the brats, chicken, hotdogs and burgers to go with salads and side dishes. Meal tickets are $5, available at the bar. Meet the members, enjoy your meal and see what the club has to offer. For more information, call the Eagles Club at (360) 321-5636.
Friday, August 12, 6:00pm-10:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville
Live Music: Mel Birch & Tom Mullin
Erik Christensen will be playing from 6:00pm-8:00pm, followed by Dain Norman from 8:00pm-10:00pm. No cover. For more information, call (360) 682-5747 or visit www. penncovebrewing.com
Saturday, August 13, 6:00pm-10:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville
Coupeville Arts & Crafts Festival Art Evening Friday, August 12, 7:00pm Coupeville Rec Hall See the juried art, meet the artists, enjoy wine and nibbles. Tickets are $20 and include the collectible wine glass, available at bayleaf and Visitor Information Center.
Race the Reserve Saturday, August 13, 6:30am Coupeville Middle School Half Marathon and 5K and 10K runs on the Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve offer spectacular panoramic views of the Olympics, Strait of Juan de Fuca, Mt. Rainer and Mt. Baker. Presented by CHS senior parents and Class of 2017 to support a safe and sober graduation night for seniors of the Coupeville High School Class of 2017. $30-65. Register at www.racethereserve.com. Please checkin 6:30am, ½ marathon at 8:30am, 9:00am 5K and 10K runs.
All You Can Eat Breakfast Saturday, August 13, 8:00am-12:00pm Coupeville Masonic Center, 8th & N Main St. Cost: $8/Adults, $4/Children 12 & under Breakfast includes eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, orange juice, coffee or tea.
Whidbey Island Throwdown Saturday, August 13, 8:30am Community Park, Langley A fun fitness competition for everyone. Compete in 4 fun, original functional fitness challenges. Teams and Individual competitions. Prizes and Swag. $50 Individual / $90 Teams. Proceeds go to Rotary Club of Whidbey Westside. Register online at WhidbeyIslandThrowdown.com
Hydros for Heroes Saturday, August 13, 11:00am Sunday, August 14, 11:00am Bayshore Drive, Oak Harbor In their 3rd year, the jet boat races feature numerous classes of jet boats racing on the harbor on both Saturday and Sunday. About 40 boats are expected to compete. This year the race pits are being moved from the marina to Flintstone Park where spectators can get an up-close view of the action. Open seating along east Pioneer Way. Order of race heats are determined the morning of the race and will be displayed at info booths and pit entrance. For more information, visit www. hydrosforheroes.com
Coupeville Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, August 13, 10:00am-6:00pm Sunday, August 14, 10:00am-5:00pm Enjoy 200 arts & crafts booths, food, music, wine & beer garden, children’s activities and much more. For information, call (360) 678-5116 or visit www.coupevillefestival.com
Eagles BBQ & Membership Drive Saturday, August 13, 4:00pm-8:30pm Eagles Aerie 3418, Freeland It’s the last Roundup BBQ & Membership Drive at the Eagles Aerie located 1 mile south of Freeland on Highway 525. Come by to listen
Mel Birch will perform from 6:00pm-8:00pm, followed by Tom Mullin from 8:00pm-10:00pm. No cover. For more information, call (360) 682-5747 or visit www.penncovebrewing.com
South Whidbey Tilth Farmers’ Market Sunday, August 14, 11:00am-2:00pm 2812 Thompson Road, Langley Sommer Harris will perform her original acoustic mountain-folk music. Sommer went to South Whidbey High School some years back and is a recent graduate from Quest University in British Columbia, Canada. For more information, contact market@southwhidbeytilth. org or call (360) 321-0757.
Swing Jazz Scholarship Benefit Concert Sunday, August 14, 1:00pm-3:00pm Greenbank Farm, 765 Wonn Road Kaj Lund Olsen joins Trio Nouveau in a farewell concert as he embarks on his journey to Berklee College of Music in Boston next month to study jazz and contemporary music composition. Trio Nouveau performs swinging jazz from the Great American Songbook composers of the 1930’s and 40’s, inspired by the guitar interplay of the great guitarists in time. There is no admission charge. Proceeds augment Kaj’s scholarship funds.
Live Music: James Howard Band Wednesday, August 17, 6:30pm-8:00pm Community Park, Langley Blues/ Rock, Washington Blues Society winner for the 2016 International Blues Challenge. Bring a picnic dinner, grab a blanket or lawn chair, and invite your family and friends to this free concert series! For more information, contact South Whidbey Parks & Recreation at (360) 221-5484 or www.swparks.org and Goosefoot at (360) 321-4145 or www.goosefoot.org
Bennett Fundraiser Auction Friday, August 19, 6:00pm-10:00pm Coupeville Recreation Hall A fundraiser auction to raise money for Bennett Boyles and his family. There will bee 100+ great items to bid on at the auction, as well as beer and wine served by Penn Cove Taproom and light snacks.
The Gin Game Fridays, August 19 & 26, 7:30pm Saturdays, August 20 & 27, 7:30pm Sunday, August 28, 4:00pm Black Box Theater, Langley Tickets: $18 adults, $14 students/seniors
the Ferry House. Parking is not available at the Ferry House. To sign up for a guided tour or for more information, visit www.nps.gov/ebla
Bluegrass in the Gardens Saturday, August 20, 12:00pm-4:30pm Meerkerk Gardens, Greenbank Admission: $15; free for ages 16 and under Enjoy live music performed by the Neighborhood Boys (12:00pm-1:20pm), Bayview Sound (1:35pm-2:55pm), and the Wire Tappers (3:10pm-4:30pm). For more information, call (360) 678-1912 or visit www.meerkerkgardens.org
VFW Sunday Breakfast Buffet Sunday, August 21, 9:00am-12:00pm VFW Post 7392, 3037 Goldie Rd, Oak Harbor Cost: $10 adults, $5 children 10 & under For more information, call (360) 675-4048.
Community Celebration of Spirit and Nature Sunday, August 21, 10:00am-5:00pm South Whidbey State Park, Freeland Everyone is invited to come enjoy nature, music, community potluck and celebrate the sacredness of earth. Drop by any time. 10am-12pm - Work party (bring gloves); 12pm-12:30pm - Welcome & music by Nathaniel Talbot ; 12:30pm - Community potluck picnic; 1:30pm-2:30pm - Adult and family activities including nature walk, Shibashi, work/ service; 2:30pm-3:30pm - Interfaith worship service (a nature walk for children will be offered during worship); 3:30pm - Light refreshments; 4:00pm-5:00pm - Family concert and sing along led by Karl Olsen. Participants are encouraged to bring Discover or state park day pass for parking, something to share for a potluck picnic, eating utensils, plates, cups, napkins. Sponsored by the Greening Congregations of South Whidbey: Langley United Methodist Church, St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church, Saint Hubert Catholic Church, Whidbey Island Friends Meeting (Quakers), Unity of Whidbey, Unitarian Universalist Congregation. For more information, call Cathy Whitmire at (360) 341-1457.
Wag’N’Walk Sunday, August 21, 11:00am-3:00pm Greenbank Farm, 765 Wonn Road Join WAIF as they celebrate the adoption of shelter and rescue animals and the difference they make in our lives. Enjoy a day of fun games, contests, demonstrations, and music by DJ Heidi. Visit with pet-friendly businesses and nonprofit organizations, bid on great items at the silent auction, purchase raffle tickets, and don’t forget to check out the food vendors, along with our “Pours for Paws” beer & wine garden. Proceeds will benefit WAIF’s shelter animals and community programs. FREE Admission for dogs and their humans! For more information, visit www.wagnwalk. org
Live Music: Deja Blooze Wednesday, August 24, 6:00pm-8:00pm Bayview Cash Store, Langley
OutCast Productions is excited to present this Pulitzer Prize winning play by D.L. Coburn. Tickets can be purchased by credit card through Brown Paper Tickets at http://www. brownpapertickets.com/event/2505983 or reserve seats and pay at the door by emailing ocp@whidbey.com
Blues originals and standards. Bring a picnic dinner, grab a blanket or lawn chair, and invite your family and friends to this free concert series! For more information, contact South Whidbey Parks & Recreation at (360) 221-5484 or www.swparks.org and Goosefoot at (360) 321-4145 or www.goosefoot.org
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Saturday, August 20, 10:00am-4:00pm Ebey’s Landing, Coupeville
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Celebrating the Centennial of the National Park Service at Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve. The Historic Ferry House will be open to the public with guided tours of the house and exhibits. Parking at the Coupeville High School with shuttle service to and from
Shakespeare’s “As You Like It” directed by Susannah Rose Woods; Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar” directed by Corey D. McDaniel; Charlotte Bronte’s “Jane Eyre” adapted and directed by Julie Beckman. No ticket reservations necessary; pay what you will. Perfor-
Saturdays through October 8, 10:00am-2:00pm Community Green, Alexander St, Coupeville Free Old fashioned country farmers market. Lots of locally grown produce, local artisans’ creations, locally baked goods. Wholesome fun for the whole family.
Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events See schedule below Cost: Free Lit for Fun Book Discussion Group Thursday, August 11, 9:00am-11:00am Freeland Library Join us for a discussion of Alice Hoffman’s “Marriage of Opposites.” The Marriage of Opposites showcases the beloved, bestselling Alice Hoffman at the height of her considerable powers. Once forgotten to history, the marriage of Rachel and Frédérick is a story that is as unforgettable as it is remarkable. For adults. Family Storytime Thursdays, August 11, 18, 25, 9:30am & 10:30am Oak Harbor Library Funny stories and action songs will make you giggle and move while getting your little ones ready to read. Playtime or craft may follow. For ages 18 months and up with a caregiver. On Your Mark, Get Set, Build with K’nex! Thursday, August 11, 12:00pm-6:30pm Clinton Library Learn and play with K’NEX. Work together or independently to build and create. Drop in anytime; stay for ten minutes or stay for an hour. Mehndi Madness for Teens Thursday, August 11, 3:00pm-4:30pm Coupeville Library Give yourself a temporary henna tattoo! Learn how you can use a simple cone applicator to make lovely henna designs. Krysteen Lomonaco of Mehndi Madness will teach you everything you need to know. Henna tattoos are safe and will fade in 2 to 4 weeks. For ages 9 and up. Limited to 12 attendees, please register. 2nd Friday Nonfiction Book Group: Alan Turing Friday, August 12, 10:30am-12:00pm Coupeville Library Enjoy reading nonfiction? Join the discussion of “Alan Turning: the Enigma” by Andrew Hodges. Knight Life Friday, August 12, 6:00pm-7:00pm Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S. Central Ave. Discover facts and myths about medieval sports and fitness practices, and just what life is really like inside a suit of armor. Watch Knights of Veritas demonstrate the skill and physical prowess of authentic combat techniques from the middle ages using real swords! Introduction to Etsy and Pinterest Saturday, August 13, 10:00am-11:30am Freeland Library What is Etsy? What is Pinterest? This informational program will examine the uses of these social media sites and how you can make use of what they offer. For private users and small businesses looking to expand into social media outreach. A limited number of laptop computers will be available for a live tour of the sites. Please preregister to reserve a computer. Fantastic Feats on Film: “The Gabby Douglas Story” Monday, August 15, 5:30pm-7:30pm Coupeville Library Gregg Champion’s biopic tells the tale of the champion Olympic gymnast (Imani Hakim) who struggled against adversity to become a member of the 2012 team that competed at WHAT’S GOING ON
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WITH AREA 9 CLOSED MANY ARE WAITING ON THE BIG KINGS Salmon anglers managed to squeak out a few more days than expected in area 9 this year but as of August 5, it is now closed. The fishing, particularly around mid-channel, was spotty and I think this is why it took longer to reach the set quota for the area. I managed only to get out a couple days while it was open, but wasn’t able to land a keeper either day.
Saturday where an angler told him about a nice 25 pound king he had to release and the checker asked why. He said because it was a wild one. The checker said he then asked where he was fishing and the angler said in area 7. The checker told him he was allowed to keep one wild chinook in area 7 and he said the angler was a bit mortified. Just goes to show knowing the rules in the area you’re fishing can save you a bit of heartache.
Some fellow anglers did manage to do quite well though, while it was open. Most of the reports and pictures I have seen were of the smaller local chinook which tend to be scattered around the island. It wasn’t until this last week I received any reports of the larger migratory salmon in the area.
Hopefully over the next week or so we shall see an increase in the number of migratory salmon in the area. Maybe a bit of rain would help but who knows? It’s been a strange summer so far but I would like to get a few kings in the freezer before hunting season goes into full swing.
Over the past few weekends, I have been concentrating my efforts in area 7. Especially since August 1, when we were able to start retaining wild chinook. Although the limit decreased to just one, I know many anglers would rather take home a nice 20+ pounder over a couple of the smaller ones most have reported catching.
Speaking of hunting, I failed to mention bear season opened August 1. With the cooler summer we have experienced, this could be a very good year to harvest a bear. Areas around the foothills to the Cascades like Lyman, Concrete and Darrington are hot spots for bear hunters. Black bears love berries and the hills around there have some amazing wild blueberry patches. Find yourself a good vantage point and arm yourself with a good set of optics to scan these open areas for early morning grazers. You just might come home with a nice bear and/or a bucket of berries. The season runs through November 15 so you have some time to plan.
This past weekend I was a bit anxious to get out on the water and see how the action was. I had received a report they were finally starting to see salmon outside Port Angeles and this usually signifies the start of the migratory run and with it some really nice Kings. Friday started out with a huge bang. I took a friend, who has just recently started to salmon fish, to Eagle Point at San Juan Island. Within 20 minutes his rod popped off the clip and I knew he had a nice one on the end of his line. After about a 10 minute initial fight he brought it up to where we both could get a good look at it and it was a hog. I would estimate it was pushing 30 plus pounds. Of course with fish of this size he wasn’t done fighting and made a few runs from the boat. As my friend was trying to get it back to the boat for a fourth time, it rolled and tossed the hook out. My heart sank with disappointment until my friend turned around with probably the biggest smile I have ever seen. The rest of the day was spent talking about this fish and a few other stories of the big ones that got away. The weather changed abruptly and drove most other boats off the water but the hope of hooking another fish kept us out there until we were the last boat. After another hour we decided to call it a day. We had no other hook-ups at all. Sunday wasn’t near as exciting. We started off at Eagle Point with no hits at all. I didn’t see one net on any of the boats out there go flying, so after a few hours we decided to give Eastern Bank a try. We trolled all over the bank, keeping the no fishing boundary in area 7 in mind, and only managed to reel in a few sub legal sized jacks. Once we returned to the boat launch I was talking to the fish checker and he had seen only one salmon since arriving at noon. He did tell me a story about a boat he checked
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There are few more options for you once September 1 gets here. Bobcat, fox, raccoon, rabbit and grouse seasons open. I normally don’t think about rabbits until after the first freeze but I love to get up in the mountains and try to bag a grouse or two. Every time, it brings me back to when I was a teenager and my friends and I would go out on camp-outs up around the hills south of the Skagit River. Many great memories were had with just my high school friends chasing forest grouse around the mountains. The early morning and evening hours seem to offer the best opportunity. They will come down out of their roosts to feed during these times. I like to drive around any of the forest roads until I first spot one. If you see one there are usually more to be had. I will park by the side of the road and get my gear and gun and start walking the road. I affectionately call them stupid mountain chickens and for those who have hunted them, you know why. For those of you who haven’t then give it a shot, you’ll understand the joke in no time. Until next time, enjoy all the outdoors have available to you this month and be safe. I really enjoy receiving your emails so if you have any comments, reports, pictures or questions please send them to whidbeyfishfurandfowl@gmail.com. To read past columns of Fish, Fur, and Fowl in the Whidbey Weekly, visit our Digital Library at www.whidbeyweekly.com.
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the London games. Not rated. Runtime 120 minutes. Popcorn provided by the Friends of the Coupeville Library.
Sundays, 9:00am & 11:00am Calvary Chapel, 3821 French Road, Clinton
Third Tuesday Book Discussion Group Tuesday, August 16, 9:30am-11:00am Freeland Library
Unitarian Universalist Sunday Service
Join us for a great book discussion of Fiona Barton’s “Widow.” For fans of Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train, an electrifying thriller that will take you into the dark spaces that exist between a husband and a wife. Roleplaying Game Club Wednesdays, August 17, 24, & 31, 4:00pm-6:00pm Oak Harbor Library Join your friends and try your hand at creating your own heroic saga playing Dungeons and Dragons. Snacks provided by Friends of the Oak Harbor Library. On Your Mark, Get Set, Build with Duplo and Lego! Thursday, August 18, 12:00pm-6:30pm Clinton Library
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Come and build with Duplo and Lego. Work together or independently to build and create. Drop by anytime; stay for ten minutes or stay for an hour. Digital Downloads – Zinio, Freegal, and Hoopla Thursday, August 18, 2:00pm-3:15pm Coupeville Library Learn how to access free movies, music, and magazines on your computer or mobile device. Find out how to stream movies, download music legally, and more! This class provides an overview of these exciting services and the information needed to start enjoying them on your own. Bring your library card and device for hands-on help after the overview. Please pre-register for this class, space is limited to 10.
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Religious Services Prayer Group Every Tuesday, 4:00pm-5:30pm St. Hubert Catholic Church, Langley
Learn how to protect yourself during an “Active Shooter or Workplace Violence” situation. This course presents the spectrum of the active shooter event in three phases: preparedness, the actual event, and the transition to recovery.
Charismatic Prayer and Praise group. Everyone welcome. For more information, call Bill at (360) 221-8174.
Filipino Christian Fellowship Sundays, 2:00pm Meets at Church on the Rock, 1780 SE 4th Ave., Oak Harbor. www.ohcfellowship.com
• Phase one presents the principles of “survival mindset” to prepare for this type of event. • Phase two provides instruction of what to do during the event.
Healing Rooms Every Thursday, 6:30pm-8:30pm 5200 Honeymoon Bay Road, Freeland
• Phase three outlines issues related to the victims’ recovery from the event.
The Healing Rooms are open to anyone desiring personal prayer for physical, emotional, or spiritual needs. There is a team of Christians from several local churches that are dedicated to praying for healing the sick in our community. All ministry is private, confidential, and free. Teams are available to pray for individuals who drop by on a first-come, first-serve basis.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 20 1pm - 4pm
For more information, contact Ann at (425)263-2704, email healingwhidbey.com, or visit the International Association of Healing Rooms at healingrooms.com.
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includes generous Deli-Style buffet! Inquire about Group Discounts to Qualifying Organizations.
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
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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.
First Church of Christ, Scientist Worship, 10:00am Sunday School to age 20, 10:00am Wednesday Testimony Meeting, 7:30pm Christian Science Reading Room Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 11:00am-3:00pm Wednesday 3:00pm-7:00pm The church and Reading Room are located at 721 SW 20th Court at Scenic Heights Street, Oak Harbor. Call (360)675-0621 or visit JSH-Online.com Services and Sunday School are also held at 10:30am on South Whidbey at 15910 Highway 525, just north of Bayview and across fromUseless Bay Road; testimony meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm
Galleries & Art Shows Featured Artist: Mary Ellen O’Connor Meet the Artist: Wednesday, August 24, 10:00am-5:00pm Penn Cove Gallery, Coupeville Mary Ellen will explain and demonstrate some of the tools used in her artwork. Mary Ellen is an artist with a passion for wildlife and nature. Since earning her BFA in Metalsmithing, Mary Ellen has combined her knowledge of Silversmithing with her love of art and wildlife. Using epoxy resin inlays, which are both tough and beautiful, she creates her colorful wildlife designs on jewelry, belt buckles, bracelets, boxes and knife handles.
Meetings & Organizations Whidbey Island Camera Club Tuesday, August 16, 6:30pm-8:00pm Oak Hall, Room 306, SVC, Oak Harbor The theme for August is “Night Photography”. You may submit up to 3 photographs for discussion during the meeting to absolutescience@hotmail.com. Whidbey Island Camera Club, a community club, is open to the public. If you have questions, please email tina31543@comcast.net.
PBY Naval Air Museum Luncheon Tuesday, August 23, 11:30am CPO Club, Oak Harbor The guest speaker will be Heide Piper, a shuttle astronaut, offering her perspective on the US space program. The public is invited and admission is free. No host luncheon. For more information and directions, please call (360) 240-9500. For more Meetings and Organizations, visit www.whidbeyweekly.com WHAT’S GOING ON
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Coupeville rallies around young cancer victim By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly
The town of Coupeville is rallying around one of its young citizens and his family. Bennett Boyles, 11, is wrapping up radiation treatments this week at Seattle Children’s Hospital to help combat an aggressive form of brain cancer. A year of chemotherapy treatments lie ahead. To help defray the costs of treatments and travel, the community is planning a couple of different fundraisers on Bennett’s behalf. The Penn Cove Classic Golf Tournament will tee off at 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 13 at Gallery Golf Course in Oak Harbor. The event is sponsored by the Penn Cove Taproom in Coupeville and includes multiple on-course competitions, lunch, raffle, swag and quality craft beer. A fundraising auction for Bennett will be held at the Coupeville Rec Hall from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19. According to organizers, there will be more than 100 items on which to bid, plus beer, wine and light snacks served by Penn Cove Taproom. “I think it’s amazing people are organizing fundraisers,” said Cara Jones, Bennett’s aunt. Whidbey Weekly spoke to Jones, who lives in Hawaii, by phone. “It’s incredible to see people go out of their way, spending time and energy investing in this cause,” she said. “It sort of lifts your spirits when you see there are still places in the world where people still care and are still invested in each other. It’s quite special.” According to Jones, Bennett first complained of not feeling well in February. At first, doctors and family thought it might just be the flu and Bennett did bounce back briefly. But as Bennett’s health continued to deteriorate, his mother, Lucienne Rivera, grew more and more concerned.
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Mary Lou Chandler/Courtesy Coupeville Festival Association While the Lady Washington will not be in Penn Cove this weekend, the Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival provides a picturesque setting to enjoy the work of artists and crafters from around the country.
Coupeville festival celebrates the art of giving back By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly Coupeville is gearing up once more for the annual Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival, scheduled to be held this Saturday, Aug. 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A gallery opening and wine tasting will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12 at the Coupeville Rec Hall. The 53rd annual event, put on by the Coupeville Festival Association, is expected to bring as many as 20,000 people to the picturesque town over the weekend. But more important to organizers is what the festival enables them to do.
far away as Florida, New York, Idaho, Montana – they come from all over.” The event also includes quality entertainment. Scheduled to perform this year are Mike Faast and the Fabulous Archtops Blues and Rhythm Band, Rabbit Wilde, Alice Stuart and the Roy Kay Trio. Entertainment will be located near the food court in the municipal parking lot off Alexander Street. Children’s activities, which include coloring T-shirts and the popular Creation Station, will be held in the Coupeville Library. A beer and
wine garden will be located on the bluff near the wharf overlooking Penn Cove. Visitors can also tour the gallery art show each day at the Rec Hall. Event parking is $5. Putting together an event of this size doesn’t just happen overnight, according to Dessert. “We have 25 committees that meet once a month, year-round,” he said, adding that the entire event is planned and carried out by volunteers. “We have documented over 4,000 hours of
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“Last year we gave back $41,000 to the community through grants, scholarships and partnerships,” said association president Mike Dessert. “As of January 1 of this year, we have given $822,000 back to the community. That’s pretty significant.” Dessert has been involved in the Arts and Crafts Festival as both a vendor and an organizer. He said this year’s event will feature more than 180 booths with all kinds of items. Some of the categories include wall art, watercolors, oil paintings, jewelry, pottery, woodworking, metal work, sculpture, photography, leather, glass, garden art, ceramics, fiber art, clothing, toys and even home décor items. “This is unique, quality, hand-crafted, juried art,” he said. “It’s an eclectic collection of different arts and crafts forms that are quality.”
Courtesy photo Several upcoming fundraisers will raise money to help the Bennett Boyles family from Coupeville. The 11-year-old is being treated for an inoperable brain tumor.
Vendor booths can be found on Front, Coveland and Alexander Streets. Some have come quite a distance to participate. “Our out-of-state vendors vary from year to year,” Dessert said. “We’ve had people from as
Jeri Goldstein/Courtesy Coupeville Festival Association More than 180 arts and craft vendors from around the country will have their work on display at the 53rd annual Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival, to be held this weekend in Coupeville.
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Hydros, cars, pigs and pride on Whidbey this weekend By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly Combine hydros, classic cars and barbecued pork and you have the recipe for one of the busiest weekends of the summer in Oak Harbor – to say nothing of the Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival and Queer Pride on Whidbey events going on all weekend in Langley.
vendors, entertainment and food. McKenzie encourages people to come out and grab a spot anywhere on Bayshore Dr. and Pioneer Way from Flintstone Park the Yacht Club. “We’re not closing the road, but are encouraging people to come out and tailgate if they want,” said McKenzie. “People can tour the pits, see the boats, there will be a bounce house at Flintstone Park. There will be something for everyone. People can play Pokemon Go and watch the races.” People can also enter a raffle for prizes, according to McKenzie.
Courtesy of Hydros for Heroes Oak Harbor will host Hydros for Heroes this weekend. Races will be held on Saturday and Sunday and there will be entertainment, vendors and more for all to enjoy.
Hydros for Heroes It’s been a crash course in big event planning for Hydros for Heroes, which goes from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday in Oak Harbor Bay. Races will take place from 1 to 7 p.m. Saturday, followed by a meet and greet party with the drivers from 8 to 11 p.m. Festivities Sunday are scheduled from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., with racing from noon to 5 p.m. Not bad for an event that was originally cancelled, but brought back to Oak Harbor by the Craig McKenzie Team Foundation of Keller Williams Whidbey Realty. “The event was getting ready to die a second death,” said McKenzie, who stepped up when he found out the Oak Harbor Rotary Club wasn’t going to take over the event as it had hoped. “I thought, what if I took it on, and I bear the responsibility if there’s a loss? I’ll write the check. So I set up a nonprofit and will give any profit to the Oak Harbor Rotary.”
“We’re going to have some really cool stuff, including rides in a two-seater hydro,” he said. “We’re trying to make this a really great community event.” McKenzie said he’s happy any money raised will go to the Oak Harbor Rotary to support its scholarship and other community programs. “It makes me feel fantastic to be able to give back; knowing we’re putting on an event not only to help people and give money, but people will be coming who will help local business,” he said. “To give back to the community that has given so much to my family over the last 23 years is wonderful. It’s been a great ride and I want to keep it going.” There is no cost to attend the races. More information on the schedule and other details of the event can be found online at www.hydrosforheroes.com.
At least 50 hydros will participate in the races and depending upon how many of the large grand prix boats can make the event, there will be demonstrations and possibly exhibition races. Four are needed for a sanctioned race and because the Oak Harbor event falls just after Sea Fair in Seattle, McKenzie won’t know how many of the large hydros will be able to make it until the last minute. But there will be plenty to see and do whether the large boats make it or not. In addition to racing both days, there will be a beer garden,
“There are trophies for every category,” Beatty said. “There’s a Mayor’s Choice, Commanding Officer’s Choice, People’s Choice, Chairman’s choice and more.”
“It’s very impressive, we attract a lot of people and cars from off-island. We’ve got a nice reputation,” he said. “It’s down there on the grass and it’s right by the water so it’s a nice venue. “We usually have several thousand people come through and this year we’ve got the hydros, too, and that may attract even more,” he continued. “There will be lots of spillover, so everybody’s benefitting.”
The festival began in 2014 as a parade and has grown into a full weekend of events, which kick off Friday at 6:30 p.m. with an all ages Open Mic and Poetry Slam, to be held at the Whidbey Children’s Theater.
Beatty said he enjoys being involved with the car show and the Lions Club, because he is able to do something he likes and be of service to the community at the same time.
The Queer Open Space Unconference will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Langley United Methodist Church fellowship hall. The event is open format, meaning participants can discuss a topic they feel is important that day. Facilitators will be on hand to provide guidelines for the discussions.
Sunday in Oak Harbor will welcome an event sure to get those taste buds revved up.
North Whidbey Lions Car Show
The event is also a sanctioned Pacific Northwest Barbecue Association competition. There will be 25 teams from Canada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana pitting their skills against one another in the categories of pork butt, pork ribs, chicken and brisket. Visitors will have a chance to sample the competitors’ barbecue before competition results are announced.
There is no cost to attend the show, which will
Whidbey Island is full of interesting events from north to south this weekend.
“We had an old school bus from the 1930s once. It was a beauty,” he said. “I’m always looking for interesting cars. I love old cars. I’ve always wanted to have a car older than I am, so that would have to be from pre-World War II.”
Courtesy of North Whidbey Lions Club This 1938 Graham “Sharknose” could be one of the 200 or more cars expected to be on display Saturday at the 31st annual North Whidbey Lions Club car show, which will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Windjammer Park in Oak Harbor.
“This is our major fundraiser for the year,” said car show chairman Terry Beatty. “It all goes back to the community through our various projects.”
Queer Pride on Whidbey Beginning Friday, Langley will host the third annual Queer Pride on Whidbey festival, or QPOW, an all-volunteer event aimed at bringing awareness, enrichment and celebration of the LGBTQ+ community to Whidbey Island.
Oak Harbor Pigfest
At least 200 cars will be on display Saturday in Windjammer Park from about 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Courtesy of Queer Pride on Whidbey The third annual Queer Pride Parade will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in Langley, capping off a full weekend of events in the 2016 Queer Pride on Whidbey festival.
Beatty said the show usually attracts some interesting vehicles. A 1938 Graham “Sharknose” has won best in show the past two years, so Beatty said he’s looking forward to seeing what this year will bring.
Anyone interested in information on the car show or the North Whidbey Lions club can go to www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/northwhidbey/.
From fast boats to fast cars, lovers of motorized vehicles need not venture far to go from the hydroplane races to the 31st annual North Whidbey Lions Club car show.
Proceeds from the event will benefit North Whidbey House, Citizens Against Domestic Abuse and the Medical Safety Net of North Whidbey. More information is available at www.oakharborpigfest.com.
Beatty said the car show has earned quite a good reputation around the region, and the event brings in participants and viewers from all over.
“I like being involved, it keeps me alive,” he said. “This is a lot of fun. I spend all year working on it. I’m just into service, and that’s the Lion’s motto.”
McKenzie made the decision to move forward at the end of April or beginning of May, making the on-again, off-again hydroplane races definitely on-again. “We immediately went into overdrive working around the clock to plan this,” he said. “We’ve been racing our own race, but it’s all coming together. We’ve gotten a lot of community support.”
include at least 21 different categories such as custom, trucks, hot rods, stock, modified and much more.
The Oak Harbor Pigfest will be serving up a free barbecue pork lunch buffet from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday on Pioneer Way near Highway 20.
The event also includes live music, games and activities for children, hot dog and pie eating contests, arts and craft vendors, a kids climbing wall and more.
The festival continues with an adults-only Saturday Night Soiree, which begins at 8 p.m. at the Whidbey Island Center for the Arts main stage. The show will feature drag, burlesque and cabaret performances for mature audiences. Admission is free, but pay-what-you-will donations will benefit Pulse Orlando Families and Creating a Space for Radical Black Healing in Seattle. A new addition to the festival this year will be a booth fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. The fair will feature work by local arts and educational organizations, artists and food vendors. The signature event of the QPOW weekend, though, is the Queer Pride Parade, which will begin at 2 p.m. in downtown Langley. The event has drawn hundreds of participants and almost 1,000 attendees. Grand Marshal for the 2016 Queer Pride Parade is Tara Hizon, a member of the Oak Harbor City Council and the Community Coalition Coordinator for Island County Human Services. Detailed information on QPOW is available online at www.queerparade.com.
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volunteer time, which is probably about half of what is actually put in.”
But it’s work Dessert said he thoroughly enjoys.
“I enjoy it, giving back to the community and getting all the pieces to work together,” he said. “It’s pretty complex. It takes us three days to set up and four hours to tear down.”
Money raised from booth rentals and a portion of the event’s sales helps provide funding to the Coupeville Boys and Girls Club, the Coupeville Chamber of Commerce and the Pacific Northwest Art School, which began many years ago as a part of the festival association. The group also gives away four $2,000 scholarships to Coupeville students who have volunteered at the festival.
You might say the Coupeville Festival Association has turned giving back into its own art form.
Courtesy Coupeville Festival Association Artisans from around the country will have their work on display and for sale at the Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival, which will include paintings, ceramics, photography, fiber arts and much more.
“The funnest part for me is handing out the checks at the end of the year,” said Dessert. “That’s the only reason we do the festival – to give it away. We don’t do it as a fundraiser, we do it to give back."
More information, a schedule of events and a list of vendors is available online at www.coupvillefestival.com.
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BENNETT continued from page 9 Bennett, a lively, active young man with a love of hip hop dance, could barely get off the couch. Rivera knew something was wrong and kept pressing for answers, which led them to Children’s Hospital. But what doctors there found was news no parent ever wants to hear: A biopsy determined Bennett has inoperable cancer on his brain stem. “The oncologist is still really hopeful that when the radiation treatments are over he’ll start to feel better,” Jones said. “But the radiation makes the tumor angry and everything swells. We hope when he stops radiation this week he will start to feel better.”
“She is so unwavering, so grounded in her faith and belief in Jesus that her son is going to get better. It is that faith that allows her to stay so positive in the face of these insurmountable odds,” said Jones. “She’s a rock. It’s amazing to me. I’ve always seen her as my baby sister and to see her handle something so difficult the way she does, I’m in awe of her.”
Because the tumor is inoperable, Jones said the goal is to shrink it as much as possible. The treatments, while necessary, have been difficult.
Any money raised for Bennett and his family is being saved in order to buy proper transportation for him when he comes home to Coupeville. Jones said he has already begun receiving oral chemotherapy treatments and will also have to travel to Seattle for intravenous treatments every two weeks for the next year.
“He’s having a tough time,” she said. “He’s going to be 12 next month, and it’s hard to see somebody so little face something like this.”
Jones said she would like everyone to know how much the family appreciates the community support.
Rivera, Jones’ sister, has quit her job to care for Bennett. A friend of Rivera’s started the “Bennett Rocks” Facebook page when she couldn’t keep up with all the emails she was getting. Jones said Rivera has been overwhelmed by the response from people who are painting messages of hope and encouragement for Bennett.
“Bennett feels it, we all feel it. It’s amazing what our friends and family members are doing but it’s also amazing what the people in the community who don’t even know us are doing,” she said. “I don’t even know what words to say. I don’t think there are any words to express our gratitude. It makes us feel like we’re not going through this alone.”
“It has been such a blessing,” said Jones. “She sits with him on the bed and shows him the posts and fundraisers going on. Bennett knows a lot of these people. “He’ll usually giggle about the things people post and is amazed at what somebody’s done or said,” continued Jones. “My sister thinks it’s important he feels the outpouring of love from the whole community. Complete strangers are in his corner praying for him and that fills him with joy.” Jones said she stays in close contact with her sister, calling and texting her throughout the day. She said she tries to get home to Washington as often as she can and said she is amazed at her sister’s strength in the face of something so incredibly difficult.
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Courtesy photo The Bennett Rocks Facebook page encourages people to pray for Bennett Boyles’ recovery. Decorated rocks like these have made it to all 50 states.
Courtesy photo Decorated rocks like this one in Pennsylvania have been decorated with messages of hope and encouragement for Bennett Boyles, an 11-year-old Coupeville boy who is being treated for brain cancer.
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ARE WE DONE WITH PASSWORDS YET? I don’t know about you, but I’m sick of passwords. And yet, every time I turn around, I have to come up with another one. It’s like Ice Age sequels; shouldn’t they be extinct by now?
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Here we are, well into the 21st Century –shouldn’t there be a better option by now? Technology gurus have been predicting the demise of the password for decades. In 2004, Bill Gates promised we would have a better solution by now. Of course, according to Stephen Spielberg, we were supposed to have flying cars by now too, but we all know what happened there... The guy who actually came up with a workable flying car design knew he was on to something big, so he locked it up in one of those indestructible, un-crackable, encrypted USB drives (which do exist, by the way), and when faced with having to come up with yet another password to encrypt the files, promptly lost his mind – and the schematics along with it. Ok, maybe that is a little far-fetched. Or maybe not. Passwords are a frustrating reality we’re all dealing with in this digital age. There’s no way around it, but I know it can get pretty overwhelming. So... how many passwords do you have? When I say, I have hundreds of passwords, I am not exaggerating. I can’t possibly keep track of that many passwords, so I use a piece of software, called a Password Manager (a.k.a. PM). In fact, I recently switched from a cloud-based PM, called LastPass to another program, called EnPass, which puts me more in control of my password data. (Also, I was getting a little tired of hearing about LastPass getting hacked.) Password Managers are supposed to make it easier to come up with difficult-to-crack passwords, because all you have to do is remember your master password. This is where a lot of these companies come up with names like LastPass, EnPass, 1Password, KeyPass, Keychain, Dashlane… (Wait, what do “dash” and “lane” have to do with passwords?) Ok, so not all of them have cute titles, but you get the idea. I suppose you could make the argument that, with all of your passwords in one place, then all a hacker need do is crack one password to gain access to all of them. True, I suppose, but it’s not quite that simple….unless your master password is something like: 12345678, or ABCD1234, or (god forbid) “password.” Then, yeah, you’re pretty much going to get hacked. The idea is to come up with a master password that is: 1. Extremely difficult for someone else to figure out; 2. Relatively easy for you to remember.
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And by “easy to remember,” I do not mean your address, or your dog, or your spouse’s name. I mean something so personal locked in your subconscious you would not likely forget it, even if you were to develop dementia. I’m not trying to be funny here; I’m actually very serious. Because, if you think about it, something buried in your past is going to automatically be difficult for someone else to dig up – except maybe the person(s) closest to you. In that case, you might actually WANT them to be able to figure out your password. Lost passwords are not just a problem for you, they can become a huge problem for your loved ones if you suddenly die or become incapacitated. This is why it is still important to keep a copy of them somewhere, like in a locked safe or bank deposit box. Of course, that's easier said than done. And you need to make sure at least one other person in your life – someone you trust
implicitly – has access to the key and/or master password.
Which brings us back to the shortcoming of the password: There is always some point at which someone can find/use a password, no matter how strong or well protected it is. When you think about it, keeping your data safe has less to do with what you do, and more to do with who you trust. Every major computer hack, from high-profile banks to dating sites, was likely perpetrated at it’s weakest link – a human.
Let’s face it, when someone gives you something to remember, like a password, what do you do with it? You write it down….probably on a Postit™ Note. And if you are more organized, you might start collecting those notes in a notebook or binder. But how difficult would it be for someone to find and exploit that book? Probably not very. The bottom line is, convenience often trumps security. (Just ask Hillary Clinton.) So what about biometrics? You know, fingerprint scanning, retinal scanning, facial recognition. Why aren’t we using more secure methods of identification yet? Well, because we’re human, and humans often prefer convenience over security. The problem with biometric authentication is it can only be used by one person. And, since we have not yet figured out how to be in multiple places at once, the password is much more convenient and portable. Also, being human, we are inherently social creatures, which means we would much rather be able to trust each other and keep things simple. Which is often how hackers gain access to people’s email accounts and start spamming the heck out of their contact list. But is being human such a bad thing? I suppose you could say this is an ongoing question depicted in the Star Trek series, contrasting the ultra-logical Dr. Spock, with the often impulsive Captain Kirk. I think the lesson is there is both good and bad in each characteristic, so we need to find a balance. And this is what I often tell people. Password security is a personal choice. You have to choose a balance point between security and convenience. If being ultra-secure would help you sleep at night, then you’re going to have to be ok with the inconvenience of choosing strong passwords, like “Th1$isM@k|ng^^eCrzy!” (And not using the same one over and over.) But if the inconvenience isn’t worth the hassle, then try to find a middle ground. Password managers are an attempt to find middle ground between security and convenience. If you aren’t comfortable using a PM, then keep a password book or something. Come up with a scheme that makes sense to you, but doesn’t involve using the same password with slight variations. One suggestion is to use your favorite poetry book or movie as a kind of cipher. Use an entire phrase and then write down the page and line reference. Every tech company, no matter how big or small is aware of the password problem. Companies like Microsoft, Apple and Google are investing millions of dollars into solutions – often thwarting each other’s efforts along the way. But even biometric solutions are tied to passwords at some level. There’s just no way around it. As much as I hate to say it, at least for the foreseeable future, passwords are here to stay – and they are only going to get more complicated. So do yourself a favor: make them strong and keep them secure. Joel Kennedy is the owner of A-TECH Computer Support in Freeland, and A-TECH.Online—Empowering people all over the world to use technology while keeping their dignity. To read more of his articles, visit his blog: atechanswers.wordpress.com
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CHICKEN LITTLE & THE ASTROLOGER By Wesley Hallock
ARIES (March 21-April 19) Your great ideas and can-do attitude hit challenges on the 11th. Relationships on the 12th cause much reflection on why you feel burdened. Important decisions affecting others and yourself come on the 13th. Relief on the 14th includes partnering to master current problems. The 15th sees a new face in your life. You’re learning as you go on the 16th. Food and conversation facilitate a meeting of minds on the 17th. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Determination runs high on the 11th, when “can’t” is not in your play book. Uncontrolled merriment is a likely problem on the 12th. Not taking important decisions seriously enough on the 13th hinders outcomes. Attitude improvement brightens the 14th. Problems easily resolve themselves on the 15th. Steps to avert a problem succeed on the 16th. Children and their well-being are a likely topic of conversation on the 17th. GEMINI (May 21-June 21) It’s optimism and ingenuity against obstacles on the 11th, with the odds favoring you. Hindrances arise at home on the 12th. Best that you alter your game plan to fit circumstances on the 13th. Wise use of resources gives breathing room on the 14th. The 15th deepens some personal relations. Over-thinking on the 16th is not the way. Pastoral nature themes including water are a likely part of the 17th, either in thoughts or in fact. CANCER (June 22-July 22) A push from your peers adds to your own considerable drive on the 11th. The unpredictability of people is a problem on the 12th. Obstacles to happiness force a choice on the 13th. Decisions affecting happiness go well on the 14th. Peers figure big in the outcome of the 15th. Material means on the 16th won't’ relieve inner discontent. Travel and entertainment as another’s guest is possible on the 17th. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Burdens on the 11th include unpredictable and unsettled people. Living up to your obligations is a dance on the 12th. Your ability to live up to your word hits practical limits on the 13th. Family members figure importantly on the 14th. You discover power you didn’t know you had on the 15th. Siblings play a big role on the 16th. Speculation and financial matters are a central topic on the 17th. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Self-sufficiency and high motivation are behind a short journey on the 11th. Your responsibilities on the 12th include some you didn’t count on. Placing yourself ahead of your responsibilities makes waves on the 13th. Command on the 14th is fully vested in
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Major commitments to health matters occur on the 11th. The 12th offers welcome escape from life’s daily drudgery. Choices on the 13th must factor in your heavy personal investment. Factors behind the scene improve on the 14th. Taut emotions find release on the 15th. Behind the scene maneuvers find success on the 16th. Ancestral topics likely garner attention on the 17th, particularly as a subject of solitary reflection. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) You pit your method, means and will to succeed against a big hurdle on the 11th. Spending on yourself is severely limited on the 12th. How and where to spend is the big question on the 13th. The 14th satisfies some jointly held goals. A friend steps up for you on the 15th. Shortages on the 16th are not limited to yourself. Libations are part of an important communal gathering on the 17th. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Your drive and willpower push the limits of your ability on the 11th. You’re between known obstacles and the unexpected on the 12th. Trusting too much to chance is risky on the 13th. Willingness to change works in your favor on the 14th. Your adventurous nature comes into play on the 15th. Much work for future reward on the 16th. Service in an entertainment setting is possible on the 17th. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Foreigners and other out-ofplace sources have much to teach on the 11th. Heavy business responsibilities center around debt settlement on the 12th. Risky on the 13th is an action path that’s too demanding. Willingness to live with uncertainty aids on the 14th. The 15th is prime for launching a new concept. The story on the 16th is in the small details. The most significant parts of your day on the 17th are the solitary moments. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) Shouldering a too-long responsibility list lets the 11th spin out of control. Focus on the 12th is on the life path you’ve chosen. Little choice on the 13th but to trust in factors you don’t control. It’s your stability against a host of uncertain factors on the 14th. The 15th facilitates a shift of viewpoint. Principles are your fallback on the 16th. Some things take their own course despite you on the 17th, including relatives and in-laws. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) The 11th is ripe for willful growth of your personal boundaries. Overdoing the revelry hinders you on the 12th. Deferring your decisions to another on the 13th works against you. Teamwork is your greatest asset on the 14th. Your adaptability powers the 15th. The most interesting view on the 16th is the overview. Travel on the 17th takes in gracious settings and places of luxury and ease. © 2016, Wesley Hallock, All Rights Reserved
Chicken Little looks at what is and fears the sky is falling. Wesley Hallock as a professional astrologer looks at what is and sees what could be. Read Wesley’s monthly forecast, with links to Facebook and Twitter, at www.chickenlittleandtheastrologer.com. To read past columns of Chicken Little and the Astrologer in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www.whidbeyweekly.com.
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Awake and Alive Mindful Living with Cancer Retreat
An upcoming Cancer Retreat with Erica Rayner-Horn and Diana and Kelly Lindsay offers anyone with a cancer diagnosis the chance to discover what it means to live fully awake and alive—even while facing serious illness. The retreat will be held at the beautiful Whidbey Institute in Clinton from September 12—16, 2016. This retreat is designed to help participants to navigate the emotional, psychological and spiritual dimensions of the journey with cancer with more ease, courage and acceptance.
For more information, visit http://whidbeyinstitute.org/event/awake-alive-fall-2016/ or email Christine Lockhart at awake_alive@whidbey. com.
[Submitted by Marnie Jackson, Whidbey Institute]
Larsen Announces 2016 Congressional App Challenge
Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) recently announced the launch of the 2016 Congressional App Challenge – an opportunity for students to learn key computer science skills by creating their own original applications for a local competition.
The competition – which runs through November 2nd – is open to k-12 students who live in or attend school in Washington’s 2nd Congressional District. Students may compete as individuals or in teams up to four. Local experts will evaluate submissions and winners will be announced in early December.
“It is critical that we find more ways to encourage young folks to turn their passions into careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) – and this competition is a great way to do just that,” said Larsen. “I am looking forward to seeing what Washington’s creative and tech-savvy students come up with.”
Winners will be honored by Congressman Larsen and have their apps featured on display in the United States Capitol building.
By some estimates there are nearly a quarter of a million unfilled programming jobs in the United States. The competition is an effort to maintain American competitiveness by proactively inspiring youth to pursue crucial STEM skills.
Eligible students can sign up to participate at http://www.congressionalappchallenge.us/ compete-2016/sign-up/. Additional questions can be directed to Jamie Darnell in Congressman Larsen’s office at Jamie.darnell@mail. house.gov or (360)-733-4500.
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Oak Harbor Police Officer Arrested
On Thursday, August 4, 2016, Federal Bureau of Investigation special agents (Bellingham Office) came to the Oak Harbor Police Department accompanied by other FBI personnel.
The FBI identified Oak Harbor police officer John Little as a suspect in a federal criminal investigation focused on internet based crime.
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The FBI interviewed Officer Little and took him into custody. Officer Little is 54 years of age and has been employed by the OHPD since February 1989.
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As a result of the nature of the allegations, Interim Police Administrator Terry Gallagher immediately placed Officer Little on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of an internal investigation. At the time of the suspension, Officer Little was required to surrender his police identification and other department issued equipment including weapons.
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The police department and the City take Officer Little’s due process rights very seriously and recognizes that he has not been convicted of a crime. However, given the nature of the federal investigation, Interim Administrator Gallagher believes that immediate suspension from duty is the appropriate course of action. OHPD will conduct its own internal investigation with respect to these allegations at such time as the FBI concludes their investigation or otherwise advises OHPD management that local administrative actions will not compromise the federal investigation.
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Classes, Seminars and Workshops See website for schedules/fees www. dansclassicballroom.com (360)720-2727. Group & Private Lessons, Adults, Teens, Children, Wedding Dances, Special Events/ Parties. 4 Free Lessons for Unaccompanied Men. Located just north of Oak Harbor (Dugualla Bay). Classes on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Thursday evenings. Offering classes in: Smooth Dances: Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango Latin & Rhythm: EC Swing, WC Swing, Cha Cha, Rumba, Mambo, Merengue, Bolero, Samba Club Dances: Salsa, Night Club 2-step, Hustle, Bachata
Social Security Basics Thursday, August 11, 1:00pm South Whidbey Senior Center, Langley
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This free seminar will discuss retirement age and full benefits versus early benefit collection, how much you can earn while collecting benefits, benefits and taxable income, spousal benefits options/types, disability benefits, paybacks and much more. The presenter, Annette Barca, has conducted pre-retirement seminars for over 13 years with an emphasis on Social Security and insurance benefits. The South Whidbey Senior Center is located at 14594 SR 525. Pre-registration is not required.
Small Business Taking Advantage of Pokémon Go Craze
DUI/Underage Drinking Prevention Panel
There are two small businesses on Whidbey Island that are taking advantage of the Pokémon Go craze by highlighting how the game is a battery drain. Their solution - Double Your Power, Double the Go with their Urban Junket Power Clutch sold through the Handbag Consignment Shop and Posh Upscale Resale.
Thursday, August 11, 6:45pm Oak Harbor Library Meeting Room
OHPD and the City of Oak Harbor will have no further comment on this matter because it is an active federal criminal investigation. Future press inquiries should be directed to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. [Submitted by the Office of the Mayor, City of Oak Harbor]
The owners of the Handbag Consignment Shop and Posh Upscale Resale (which we found to be close to two Pokémon Gyms.... shhh), saw that playing for 20 minutes substantially drained battery power on phones by 43%. The idea to have an additional battery power available to prolong playing the game and capturing more Pokémon characters popped up and they remembered that they sold the Power Clutch - which is made from recycled water bottles and eco-friendly coated canvas. The Power Clutch powers Android and Apple-based products, including both phones and tablets. The Handbag Consignment Shop and Posh Upscale Resale is now offering a discount on these Power Clutches to anyone that shows their Pokémon Go avatar....and they will show you some of the characters that you can capture in their stores. Handbag Consignment Shop and Posh Upscale Resale are on Front Street in Coupeville. For more information, go to www.handbagconsignmentshop.com or www.poshupscaleresale.com
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.
Finding David Douglas Thursday, August 11, 7:00pm Coupeville Library Acclaimed 1-hour documentary on the life of celebrated Scots explorer-botanist, David Douglas, the first European scientist to study and share the flora of the Pacific Northwest. Admission is free. Sponsored by Historic Whidbey. During the presentation, help Historic Whidbey plan the rehabilitation of Henrietta Haller’s historic Victorian gardens.
Island County Master Gardener Plant Clinics Saturdays, August 13, 20, 27, 10:00am-2:00pm Coupeville Farmers Market, Coupeville Having problems with a plant? Want to know more about the soil you have? Do you think your plant is diseased? Do you have water issues--too much or too little? Come to the Plant Clinic sponsored by the Island County Master Gardeners and get your questions answered by a master diagnostician. For more information, call (360) 240-5527 or visit http:// ext100.wsu.edu/island/gardening/mastergardeners/
Medicare 101 Workshop Wednesday, August 17, 1:00pm Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St Turning 65? New to Medicare? Questions about Medicare benefits and costs? This free workshop is presented by Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA), a program of the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner. Information will cover: Medicare Part A or Hospital Insurance; Medicare Part B or Health Insurance; Medicare Part D or Drug insurance; Medicare Advantage and Supplemental Plans. Your questions on Medicare deadlines and enrollment options will be answered. For more information, call (360)279-4580
A Day With Oils Wednesday, August 17, 6:30pm-7:30pm 830 SE Bayshore Dr., Oak Harbor Free New to using DoTerra in your daily life. Learn how to incorporate then into your wellness lifestyle. Presented by the Whidbey Oil Ladies: Dr. Dawn, Julie Swanson & Joan Bay Klope. Class will be held above Carla’s Shear Inspiration.
NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting, Phase II Class Friday, August 19, 6:00pm-9:00pm Saturday, August 20, 9:00am-5:00pm NWSA Range, Oak Harbor Cost: $25 This class reinforces information students learned in the online course which is a prerequisite to this class. Emphasis in this class is demonstration of the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for owning and using a pistol safely. The Basics of Pistol Shooting 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. Students must complete the Phase I training online prior to signing up for this class. 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.
Introduction to Permaculture Course for Certification Saturday, August 27, 9:30am-4:30pm 874 SE Jensen St., Oak Harbor Cost: $90, sliding scale with scholarships available Lunch will be provided as well as a visit to the food forest. For more information, contact Netsah at (360) 675-3420.
Tai Chi Introduction Tuesdays, Aug 30 thru Sept 27, 1:00pm-2:00pm Island Dance, 714 Camano Avenue, Langley Exploring “Stillness in Movement”. An introduction to Cheng Man-Ch’ing style Tai Chi. This is a 5-week series. The cost is $75 for the 5-week series and pre-registration is required. Contact Simon Leon at (360) 661-7298, or email dosho56@hotmail.com
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Leisurely weekend sails. Private events by request.
Reservations and information at www.schoonersuva.org or 360-320-4337
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By Carey Ross Bad Moms: Ever since I watched the crowdfunded "Veronica Mars" movie late one night in a Las Vegas hotel room while I was slightly tipsy, I’ve kind of been in love with Kristen Bell. I don’t even hate her when she’s trying to sell me home appliances. Whether my affection can survive this comedy in which Bell, Mila Kunis, and Kathryn Hahn play moms gone wild is questionable. (R • 1 hr. 41 min.)
Hillary's America: The Secret History of the Democratic Party: This movie currently sits at just 4 percent on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, which could mean the following things: 1. The press (known liberal scourge) is firmly in the pocket of HRC and none of their opinions can be trusted because of conspiracy and Benghazi! or some sh*t like that. 2. I could make a movie about watching my cat sleep all day which would be better reviewed than this one. 3. I don't have a third reason. All hail our lizard illuminati overlords. (PG-13 • 1 hr. 40 min.)
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WIRE TAPPERS 3:10 PM TO 4:30PM Lights Out: 2016 has proven to be an excellent year for horror movies, and this movie, about the terrifying things that go bump in the dark is no exception. (PG-13 • 1 hr. 21 min.) Nerve: Games of truth or dare rarely end well–especially if they're played online and involve dangerous stunts. Will Emma Roberts make it out alive in this Internet-age thriller? Does anyone care? (PG-13 • 1 hr. 36 min.) Nine Lives: Ungrateful man who hates cats has an accident in which he is transformed into a cat, and then we are supposed to believe he goes to great lengths to get his human form back when we all know full well the only thing cats want to be is cats. (PG • 1 hr. 27 min.) Pete’s Dragon: Did the world really need a live-action "Pete’s Dragon" remake? No, not really. Is this at least a decent retooling of the 1977 Disney classic? I suppose. (PG • 1 hr. 30 min.)
The Secret Life of Pets: I spend way too much time thinking about what my cat is doing when I’m not around, so this animated movie which shows what animals are up to when they don’t have a human audience– which then morphs into an urban adventure tale–is right up my alley. (PG • 1 hr. 31 min.)
Jason Bourne: When Matt Damon decided to end his run as the unlikeliest action hero since Bruce Willis made everyone die hard, we were all a little sad. But once you live the life of a supremely skilled superspy, it’s hard to give up, and so Bourne (and director Paul Greengrass) is back. (PG-13 • 2 hrs. 3 min.) The Legend of Tarzan: Internet boyfriend Alexander Skarsgard sheds his shirt and swings into his own film franchise. I’m sure this movie has some sort of storyline beyond “shirtless Skarsgard,” but I cannot pretend to care about that. (PG-13 • 1 hr. 49 min.)
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Sausage Party: Of course Seth Rogan’s “passion project” is a dirty animated adventure starring wieners and buns. Of course it is. It’s also supposedly the first R-rated CGanimated movie, serves as a religious allegory (no kidding) and features the only food-onfood polysexual orgy in cinematic history. Five stars all the way for the summer’s weirdest comedy. (R • 1 hr. 29 min.)
Ice Age: Collision Course: Even its animated dinosaur stars are wishing this series would become extinct. (PG • 1 hr. 40 min.)
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Florence Foster Jenkins: Meryl Streep, 19-time Oscar nominee and finest actor alive, continues barnstorming through what should be (but most certainly isn’t) the twilight of her career with her gleeful portrayal of indelible characters. This time, she plays a New York heiress who believes herself to be a great opera diva, so much so that she books herself a concert at Carnegie Hall. Only one problem: she can’t carry a tune. (PG-13 • 1 hr. 50 min.) Ghostbusters: Remember when this allfemale remake–which boasts a killer cast of lady comics–was announced and bros lost their sh*t in a real bad way? I’m going to stop rolling my eyes at all those sad, small men just long enough to line up at the box office and vote for this movie with my dollars–and I suggest you do the same. (PG-13 • 1 hr. 45 min.)
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Star Trek Beyond: Until recently, this movie was going to be known as the first "Star Trek" feature in the rebooted franchise that wasn’t directed by nerd king J.J. Abrams. Now it will go down in history as Anton Yelchin’s final turn as Chekov before the actor was killed in a freak accident, and for the big reveal of Sulu as being gay. I’m sure this film has a plot or whatever, but who the hell is going to remember that? (PG-13 • 2 hrs.) Suicide Squad: No summer blockbuster has been more highly anticipated than this one, which hoped to do for DC Comics what smart-ass, foul-mouthed "Deadpool" did for Marvel–too bad it's a big, dumb dud. Give Harley Quinn an R-rating and then we'll really see what she can do. (PG-13 • 1 hr. 40 min.) For Anacortes theater showings, please see www.fandango.com. For Blue Fox and Oak Harbor Cinemas showings see ads on this page.
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Seriously, we do not make this stuff up! TUESDAY, July 12 5:21am, Beachwood Dr. Caller is yelling and using profanities, “stupid f***ing neighbors and their motorcycles.” Caller very agitated. States motorcycle very loud; ongoing problem. Neighbors dog barks as well. 7:23am, Sills Rd. Ongoing problem, white male on a bike, dark clothing, stops on the road and says “meow” to reporting party’s dog. Has asked him to stop multiple times. 3:27pm, Oldtimer St. Requesting phone call. Receiving suspicious phone calls from New York number. Subject states he is sending police after him and he will be going to jail. 4:03pm, Cedar Cove Ln. Reporting neighbor is in caller’s yard using their hose to shower herself. Female is clothed, lives across the street. 7:17pm, Shangri-La Cir. Requesting contact. Reporting he’s being
“completely taken over” by his family who lives in the area. Advising all his friends have blocked his number, needs to talk to police again. WEDNESDAY, July 13 10:15am, Saratoga Rd. Requesting call referencing ongoing issue with neighbors 8 peacocks coming into reporting party’s property. 4:28pm, West Beach Rd. Caller states someone took her body, this is not the same body she had. THURSDAY, July 14 5:40pm, Bonaparte Ln. Reporting a subject keeps coming to her house, knocking on door and ringing doorbell. Unknown who subject is. 8:29pm, Deception Cir. Reporting party states juveniles she complained about earlier are still throwing rocks at vehicles and are now urinating in her yard. Requesting phone call.
Life Tributes Helen Brandt Helen Irene Brandt passed away Saturday, July 16, 2016 at the age or 87, joining friends and family who have gone before her to their eternal heavenly home. Helen was born Sunday, April 28, 1929, in Oak Harbor, WA, the daughter of Carl and Hilda Hunskor. She grew up on her family’s farm with 3 brothers and graduated from OHHS in 1947. She was a charter member of Oak Harbor Lutheran Church, and enjoyed playing the piano and organ for church services where she met the love of her life, Rolf O. Brandt visiting the service that day. After a period of courtship, they were married and moved to Okinawa, Japan where Rolf was stationed in the Navy and began their family of 4 children, ultimately returning to Whidbey Island where Rolf retired from the United States Navy after a 31 year career. Helen enjoyed being a wife and mother, working at her children’s school teaching children to read and driving school bus for the Oak Harbor School District. She was a Girl Scout Leader, sang in the church choir well into her 80’s, played piano for retirement homes and loved to bring a smile to everyone’s face she met. She loved hunting, gardening, dancing and her family, but most of all she loved Jesus. Helen is survived by her 4 children, Lori (Doug) Downey, Sherri Marsolek, Janice (Frank) French and Nils Brandt, by her 11 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, cousins, and numerous other loving relatives and friends. Visitation will be held at Wallin Funeral Home Friday, August 19 from Noon to 8pm. A Celebration of Life will be held at Oak Harbor Lutheran Church Saturday, August 20, 2016, 11am. Burial will follow at Maple Leaf Cemetery. Please visit Helen’s page in the Book of Memories at www.wallinfuneralhome.com to share memories.
James Birrell Adams James Birrell Adams, 85, passed away peacefully at home in Oak Harbor August 1, 2016. Kindness & compassion led the virtues of his long full life. Jim was born November 5, 1930, in Walla Walla to Birrell & Veda Adams. Jim & Joan both graduated from Walla Walla High School in 1949, he attended Eastern Washington University for two years and graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Accounting. He married Joan English November 8, 1953 while serving in the United States Navy. After leaving the Navy, Jim worked for Smyth Moving Company for 19 years which took the family from Spokane to Anchorage to Seattle. Jim & Joan were married for 62 years & had 3 daughters: Colleen Ford (Oak Harbor), Carol Stearns (Auburn) & Carla Adams-Goldman (Kenmore). They have 7 grandchildren & 4 great-grandchildren. Jim enjoyed building model trains, airplanes, and wooden furniture & toys. A graveside memorial will be held at a later date. A celebration of Jim’s life will be held August 14, 2016 at his home from 2pm to 4pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances can be made to Whidbey Health Hospice Care.
FRIDAY, July 15 1:21am, Waterloo Rd. Caller advising juveniles are hiding in bushes. States she followed them and asked what they where doing. Juveniles told her they where smoking. 11:47am, SE Bayshore Dr. Male subject at bus stop is sharpening a large stick with a knife, creating a spear. 11:56am, Labrador Ln. Male asking for 911 to call a number for him, wants to be patched thru. 12:09pm, Saratoga Rd. Caller advising neighbor threw dog feces over fence. Caller gathered it and returned it - was thrown back at her. 3:59pm, Paradise Pl. Advising subjects at location have cars and parts strewn about. Says travel trailer is so close to his mobile he is getting rats. Says they can probably hear him talking to dispatch. No contact just wants them keep their crap on their own property. 9:01pm, Aletha Pl. Caller advising a goat is on her property chasing kids. Advising no one is injured, caller is trying to get everyone inside. 9:35pm, SR 20 Reporting party advising they are leaving the Drive-In and have an unruly child who is out of control and hitting his mom. SATURDAY, July 16 5:53pm, SE Pasek St. Reporting male across the street, has 5th wheel in the driveway, keeps going in/ out of motorhome shirtless & yelling at someone up the street. 8:32pm, NE Ronhaar St. Male saying he cut his finger off, is going to “shit himself” wanting to go to the hospital. Then hung up. SUNDAY, July 17 9:13am, Heller Rd. 3rd party report. Caller received call from friend. States she is in sticker bushes and bleeding. Possibly been there for 5 hours. 12:33pm, NW 8th Ave. Requesting response to her house to investigate a burglary while she was sleeping. Diamond ring worth $10,000. Also, requesting Washington State troopers respond due to the extreme value. 2:41pm, SR 20 Male subject came into store 10 minutes ago and said he was a “hit man.” Reporting party did not feel threatened. MONDAY, July 18 10:16am, NE 3rd Ave. Caller advising problem with people being around her property at night. 7:53pm, SE Pioneer Way Caller advising male subject is exposing himself through the door and window. 10:12pm, N Oak Harbor St. Caller gave phone to friend who gave number to a male who keeps calling. TUESDAY, July 19 1:37am, SE O'Leary St. Caller states blue flashlights flying every which way across lawn and windows. 3:47pm, N Oak Harbor St. Caller advising a child in a diaper running around in the street. Caller states child was almost hit by a car. 3:59pm, N Oak Harbor St. Reporting party advising child is missing. Caller recalled and child is found. 5:11pm, SE Pioneer Way Caller advising female subject assaulted him, wrecked his bike and believes he dislocated shoulder. 10:16pm, SE Fidalgo Ave. Reporting party requested a female subject escorted from the bar. Caller advising subject is accusing customers of being racist and threatening the President.
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drinking an unknown beverage is “having I a freak out” moment. Caller states she is l hitting herself and screaming. f 2:28pm, Chickadee Dr. Reporting hit/run occurred - Black Altima struck a Ragnar runner & sped off. Advising runner is still running on the course, almost to the exchange point. 3:03pm, Crawford Rd. Advising a small plane crashed and is upside down. Male pinned in plane, is awake – head injury with serious bleeding. 3:20pm, SR 20 Reporting party advising his dog got out of crate yesterday. Neighbor put a collar on dog and saying it’s theirs. Reporting party very upset, requesting contact ASAP. Advised not to confront neighbor about this. 4:54pm, SE Barrington Dr. Reporting party advising male outside with machete, saying he needs to speak to an officer, and that it’s private. 5:54pm, SE Bayshore Dr. Reporting party advising subject walking around near the bus stop with a machete. 6:35pm, Stewart Rd. Reporting subject tried to launch a boat; truck is now stuck in the water. Truck is 1/2 way in the water; male is climbing out now. 7:25pm, Hosanna Way Reporting neighbors having large partyhave vehicles all over in front of reporting party’s house. Reporting party upset because today is his “mowing day.” Reporting party requires call, upset he just got home and saw this. 8:06pm, Meadow Ln. Requesting call. Reporting subject keeps walking thru her backyard. Advising a few days ago, female subject “passed out” in caller’s yard. Not there now. Has photos of same female in her yard 6 times today. 8:58pm, Seaview Ave. Requesting call. Reporting large black trailer parked on the county right of way for weeks. Advising trailer is blocking her view of the water. 10:06pm, Hosanna Way Reporting party advising he asked his neighbors to turn off the music and they would not. Advising there is a wedding across from location. Report provided by OHPD & Island County Sheriff’s Dept.
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Let’s Dish! with Kae Harris
COOKING UP SOME CALM Relaxation; that sometimes elusive state of being which evades capture by the hands of the overworked, extremely stressed, and excessively tired among us. It’s the reprieve from the day to day grind of life. We often find ourselves being spread thin between the pestle and mortar of life and responsibilities. When in the midst of a stressful day, or in the throes of extreme fatigue, who really wants to stand in the kitchen, stirring a roux? Who wants to get up and down umpteen times to check on roast potatoes? I imagine some people will not find this the most conducive manner in which relaxation can be found, however there are those who are thoroughly calmed by the rhythmic patterns of stirring, and chopping, grating and grinding. It’s easy to reach for comfort foods when we feel low. It’s extremely easy to opt for convenience foods as a replacement for having to stand and prepare a meal when your already exhausted and worn down self just wants to eat and relax. The ‘special sauce’ of life which we relish when we manage to indulge in a little of it. Are there foods which can help our exhaustion, help us not only make it through a day but power up and breeze through it? Well to start with, we can help ward off fatigue and blue moods, to some extent, by eating a well-balanced diet, rich in all the vitamins and minerals essential to our functioning. This is in no way a substitution for your doctor’s advice and you should always consult
your primary care provider before making any changes or additions to your diet. Your doctor is the one qualified and best suited in advising on these matters. So what foods supposedly hold the keys to the lock of stress? Which key is it that can turn the lock and release the relaxation or at least calmer mood, that’s been locked out? Protein is one. It contains amino-acids, which in turn comprise some of the critical chemicals in the brain responsible for emotions and thoughts. In addition, protein can help control blood sugar levels, help avoid spikes and slumps. Protein can be found in legumes, nuts and seeds, lean meat, fish, cheese and eggs to name a few. There are untold numbers of dishes you can make out of these mood enhancing edibles. The recipe for herbed fish in my last article is a good example. Not only is it delicious, it’s simple and quick. Perfect after a long, hard day. The aroma alone that fills up the kitchen, is itself capable of inducing a sense of satisfaction, knowing your meal will taste as good as it smells. Cold water fish is typically rich in omega 3 fatty acids. They have the amazing ability to suppress the production of adrenaline and cortisol, and both of these hormones can contribute to anxiety. If fish isn’t something you fancy, that’s okay. There are innumerable recipes online and in books for a whole range of meals that include protein, and from which you can obtain omega 3’s, B vitamins, and everything else that can serve a portion of calm from a dishful
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to a significant other about the enormity of the tiredness you feel, and maybe, just maybe they will wait on you hand and foot that night. One can dream right? In any event, National Relaxation Day is August 15 and is cause for a celebration – in the most relaxing way possible of course! So feel free to indulge in the salad recipe I’ve included and if you try it let me know how you like it. I will be trying it myself this weekend. Hopefully the ingredients and the process of making it can bring about as much calm and serenity as possible. If you have any comments, questions, information and most certainly recipes, send them in because I’d love to hear from you, so Let’s Dish! Salmon Salad with Vinaigrette 2 hardboiled eggs 4 cups mixed salad greens ¼ cup red onion 1 tablespoon minced shallots 1 lb green beans (frozen or fresh) Salmon fillets (4 x 3oz) Vinaigrette ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper ¼ cup red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Grill the salmon after brushing with oil and seasoning with 1/8 of a teaspoon each of the salt and pepper. Grill until cooked completely. Mix in a bowl the remaining salt and pepper, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard and oil. Arrange in a bowl, 1 cup of salad greens, onions, slices of egg, top with the salmon and drizzle with the vinaigrette. Serve, relax, and enjoy! www.health.com/health/ recipe/0,,10000001072229,00.html www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/calmfoods/slide/2 www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-foreveryday-living/food-and-mood/#fats To read past columns of Let's Dish in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www. whidbeyweekly.com.
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make tax deposits accurately. Applicant should be able to write to clients and to fellow employees. Compensation: DOE - Salary range $15 - $22 per hour. Send resume and three business references to jaoffice@kjonesinc.com. MARKETING, EDUCATION AND OUTREACH COORDINATOR: Whidbey Island Conservation District (WICD) is accepting applications for this full-time benefited position. Job descriptions, duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and application procedures are available on the WICD website at www.whidbeycd.org. This position may be reconfigured depending on our pool of applicants. Application materials are due to WICD by August 17, 2016 by 4:30 pm. NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION PLANNER: Whidbey Island Conservation District (WICD) is accepting applications for this fulltime benefited position. Job descriptions, duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and application procedures are available on the WICD website at www.whidbeycd.org. This position may be reconfigured depending on our pool of applicants. Application materials are due to WICD by August 17, 2016 by 4:30 pm. FIRST CALL ASSISTANTS: Currently seeking Part time First Call Assistants for Visser Funeral Home (Langley) and Burley Funeral Chapel (Oak Harbor). This position interacts directly with client families during their time of need and is expected to assist the Funeral Directors and Manager in creating and maintaining a premier level of client family satisfaction. Requirements & Qualifications: Must be 18 Puzzle 1 (Easy, difficulty rating 0.40)
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LESSONS Guitar lessons: Looking for guitar students who would like to learn how to play or upgrade their current playing skills. All genre taught, oneon-one instruction, beginners welcome. Call Scott, (360675-5470. Setup and consultation free with first session. Lessons last 1-hr each.
ELECTRONICS Samsung 32” flat screen TV, Series 4000, LED, HD, new in box. Asking $175. Call (360) 672-7592 (1)
TICKETS/GETAWAYS Seahawks Preseason, August 25 vs. Dallas Cowboys, 7pm. 300 level, 40 yard line, 14 rows up. Great seats, 2 tickets, $75 each. (360) 914-0075 (1)
APPLIANCES Frigidaire 8000 BTU Air Conditioner, brand new in box w/ warranty, fits horizontal sliding windows. $250 OBO. Oak Harbor, call (360) 675-9353 (1)
HOUSEWARES Singer sewing machine, model 1120 Perfect Shapr, $40; Kirby vacuum, deluxe model, all attachments, perfect shape. Call Hank, Coupeville (360) 678-7591 (1)
LAWN AND GARDEN Tow behind for lawn tractor: Thatcher, $45; Aerator, $50 or $80 for both. Pics available. Greenbank (360) 222-3564 (0) Fresh cut dahlias for home, parties or special occasions, $4 per dozen; Forsythia, 1 gallon, $4. Hank, Coupeville (360) 678-7591 (1) Yard Machine riding lawn mower, 42” deck, new deck belt, $330. (360) 222-2994 (1) Straw Hay for Sale: Good for bedding, erosion control, mulch, etc. $3 per bale.
20 bale minimum. (360) 321-1624•Fresh cut Dahlias for home, parties or special occasions, $4 per dozen; Forsythia, 1-gallon, $4. Coupeville (360) 678-7591 Natural Barnyard Topsoil: Good for gardens, flower beds, etc. Unscreened, 10 yard loads, $225 delivered. South Whidbey. (360) 321-1624 Perma Mulch rubber edging, 9 strips, each 10’ long, $7 each roll. Call (360) 678-1167
MISCELLANEOUS 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
WANTED Need car nnder $7000. Call Hank, Coupeville (360) 6787591 (1) Horse to ride. Gentle, for beginner. Share cost or lease. Road Safe. (360) 279-1565 (1)
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