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By Karen Bishop Whidbey Island Conservation District

WILDFIRE RISK ON WHIDBEY – ARE WE READY? Wildfire is often in the news headlines during the summer dry season. Fires in Washington State were less expansive this year than last year when the tragic fires of 2015 impacted so many homes and landowners, mainly in eastern Washington.

The people and the land impacted from the 2015 fires will be recovering for years to come. Homes and dreams were lost.

Private forest land that was managed for production windows of 50 years or longer, became salvage operations. In their lifetime, many of these stewards of the pine forests may never see their “crop” reach maturity as they are forced to start all over. Wildlife and their habitats were lost. Ranchers lost livestock as well as thousands of acres of grazing and hay land, which will take years to recover. Even if their cattle were saved, the limited access to feed forced the sale of cattle that may have been genetically bred and improved for the highest quality meat production over many generations. The land was left barren, vulnerable to soil erosion and damage due to flash flooding.

Conservation Districts throughout the state work with landowners both on fire preven-

tion and on post-fire natural resource land management. As a family of 45 Conservation Districts across the state, we also help each other during times of need. As Whidbey Island Conservation District staff, I had the opportunity to work with the Okanogan Conservation District on post fire assessments for landowners after the 2015 fires.

Our assignment was to visit burned out landowners, photograph and document their losses including fencing (sometimes miles), acres of forest land burned, and structures lost. In the process of collecting data, we learned to be sympathetic listeners as each landowner had a different story. I learned a lot about fire behavior as well as the tenacity of the human spirit.

In the midst of all of this burned landscape, I had the opportunity to see farms and homes that were an oasis in the midst of completely charred areas. A program known as Firewise had been implemented by some landowners and in areas where the program had been fully implemented, structures were completely or partially saved due to fire prevention techniques they had learned from their Conservation District and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) staff who had brought the program to their

The Firewise Communities USA program, delivered through Conservation Districts, DNR and other entities, teaches homeowners techniques to prepare and protect their property in order to live compatibly in areas with potential wildfire risk. Residents learn how their homes ignite based on physical principles and they learn how to change their surroundings to modify and reduce their risk. Zones around your home are created. In the zone closest to your structures, fuel reduction techniques are recommended such as pruning shrubs and trees next to your home, and creating fuel free areas within 3 – 5 feet of your home. If your winter wood supply is leaning up against your home, you may want to consider moving it to a zone farther from your home.

Choosing fire-resistant plants and keeping organic flammable mulch 5 feet from your home is recommended.

In the next zone out from your home, debris should be cleaned up and limbs on trees close to the ground should be removed.

Dead and unhealthy trees and debris that is highly flammable should be removed.

Healthy trees are less likely to ignite.

Creating a disaster plan for your family and making sure your home is well marked and accessible to large fire-fighting equipment is critical should a fire break out, especially with the long and curvy driveways of some Whidbey Island properties.

Firewise construction is also an opportunity for homeowners who are building new homes or replacing roofs or decks around your home. Fire-rated roofing materials might be a good choice. I saw a home after the fires in Okanogan that was the only home saved in an area because sprinklers had been installed to sprinkle the roof and siding in the event of a fire. As the wildfire moved in, the homeowner turned on the water supply and left. When allowed back

after the fire was under control, their home was the only structure on their road still standing.

In conversations with our local fire departments and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Whidbey Island is more vulnerable than we might think to the dangers of wildfire. If a wildfire breaks out in the summer months, our local fire districts will need support from DNR and our DNR resources and support is not close by. Whidbey has many areas where the wildland/urban interface exists – wildlands being areas that are forested, vegetated and undeveloped. People move to Whidbey Island to live privately amidst these wildland areas. On the west side of Whidbey Island, along the dry bluff zones with prevailing west winds in the summer, these areas are often extremely dry in the summer. In July of 2015, a fire broke out in Fort Ebey State park. Had it not been for quick and skilled local firefighters, this fire could have become out of control and burned many homes tucked in the wildland areas around the Park.

Now, the dry summer months on Whidbey Island are winding to a close and there is a feeling of fall in the air. Recent rains and higher humidity in the atmosphere are a relief to Whidbey Island residents. We made it through another year without a tragic wildfire but we need to be proactive, prepared and educated. Stay tuned as the Whidbey Island Conservation District and partners team up to bring more Firewise education to Whidbey Island residents.

WICD offers many programs and free services to help residents conserve naturalresources on private property, whether the property is a working agricultural operation, a small farm or a home in town.

Contact WICD at 360-678-4708 or wicd@ whidbeycd.org. Visit their website at www. whidbeycd.org.

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ON TRACK with Jim Freeman

Now that the Seahawks' first victory is behind us, we can all get to worrying about the next fifteen.

Will the Seahawks go undefeated?

Will the Seahawks do this year what has not been done since 1972, when the Miami Dolphins were 17-0?

Will the Seahawks run the table? In fact, while we are on the subject, where is the table?

Tabled Once, many beers ago, in McAlester, Oklahoma, my Camp Pendleton Marine Corps buddies, Alan and Soren, both retired corporals, took me to a local slopshoot for a much unneeded twelve ounce beginning to our day. Of course, being early birds, we had to wait until the bar opened.

Upon entering through the door to the darkened walls of this well-frequented day and night stop, we found our choice of empty booths, all mahogany, with the high backs for limited sight lines and muffled conversation. While looking around, like any firsttimer, I noticed a guy who appeared to be asleep on the pool table.

“Soren, what's up with that guy?”

“That's Joe Slick. He was here last night. The owner most likely will let Slick sleep until the lunch crowd gets here, or someone needs the table.”

Sure enough, after taking our order, the bartender woke up Joe, asking him to at least sleep on the floor, under the pool table, just in case one of us wanted to play. Imagine Joe's pleasure upon hearing the sound of our first break on a round of hangover eight ball.

Fall Preview While my grade school buddies were anxiously anticipating Look magazine's annual new car issue each October, I was more wound up about the Fall Preview in TV Guide. My viewing habits have changed a bit since the days of working my homework schedule around the weekly episodes of The Fugitive. It is a good thing Dr. Richard Kimble finally found the one-arm man or I might still be looking for my first job.

This year, like last year and the year before, I am not interested in the new shows on television, but whether or not the old ones I enjoy will be substituted by old shows I do not enjoy. Will Kramer replace The A-Team on COZI-TV at 3pm and 7pm? Will I be missing Mad Dog Murdoch's one-liners, like this one to George Peppard's Colonel Hannibal Smith?

Colonel to Murdoch, regarding what to eat for lunch–”How does bologna on whole wheat sound?”

Murdoch to Colonel–“Actually, Colonel, it doesn't make any sound at all.”

Are you looking forward to any new television shows? Already seen a few? Let us know at ontrack@whidbey.com. Short reviews will be reprinted with permission, and with anonymity upon request. All pseudonyms are welcome.

Hear Here Last weekend's weather brought out great crowds at events all over the Northwest.

Locally, many of us gathered at the Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival, Clinton Community Day, or the Loganberry Festival at the Greenbank Farm.

Along with enjoying the fantastic talents of Dana Lyons, Rusty Fender and the Melody Wranglers, Steve DeHaven, Karl and Vern Olsen, and the kid and adult pie eating contests, joyfully conducted by Pie Q.T.'s Annie Horton and Carolyn Mercer, I had great fun trying to locate the person who dropped a hearing aid outside Raven Rocks Gallery.

What a great way to start a conversation

Whidbey Weekly while walking around the Greenbank Farm– “Do you wear hearing aids?” I loved it when one couple I asked both went “Huh?” No wonder they call it the “funny farm.”

While not having any success locating the person who lost their device, I met a lot of nice folks with gray hair and baseball caps. If you should see somebody wearing just one hearing aid, tell him or her to check at the Greenbank Farm's lost and found. The hearing aid was very, very light, and, most likely, very, very expensive.

My hearing aids are way cheaper as they are party line hearing aids. I can hear what other people are hearing, but not what they are thinking. If more than five people begin hearing a conversation at the same time, I just hit the eavesdrop button, not unlike a mute button on a TV remote.

Technology has developed so rapidly with hearing aids that I am looking into a newer model. It is called The Translator. Not only will I be able to hear what others are hearing, if what is heard is in a different language, like Democrat or Republican, I can switch to a geography class taught by Libertarian presidential candidate Gary Johnson. Next week's class is on Sequim.

The pie-eating contests offered many highlights during my emcee stint last Saturday.

The adult contest included participants from Coupeville, Capitol Hill in Seattle, Everett, Tacoma, Roseburg (Oregon), Langley, Mexico, and Africa.

During the kids' contest, I also asked each pie-eater his or her name, and where they lived. One young man offered the best response of the afternoon, when he was asked where he lived.

His answer, “Grandma's house.”

Tow jam During my fifty plus years of driving Interstate 5, I have been blessed with safe travel and incident free adventures. Once in the 90s', I did run out of gas driving our father's Oldsmobile while trying to make the Mukilteo ferry. Haste does make waste when there is no gas to waste. That experience led to another lesson learned–do not try to make the 11 o'clock boat at night if you are going to run out of gas at 10:50.

Last Tuesday, on the first day of school, I decided to enjoy a drive to the University of Washington to meet my law school buddy Gene for lunch at Mama Melina's on 25th Avenue. Anticipating traffic, I was on the Kititas ferry in plenty of time to make our 11:30 A.M. chow fun.

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GRAND OPENING SEPTEMBER 17!

Wrong, logistics lips. I failed to plan for the coolant flush tee in my radiator hose to explode during rush hour on I-5 south, right before the exit for 196th in Lynnwood. Oh, the joys of trying to duct tape a split hose while wearing the Harris tweed sport coat I bought at 50% off, the last day the Oak Harbor Kmart was open, back in 2014.

Not only did that lousy, non-sticking tape not work, I did not know what I was doing.

During high school, Dad told me to take study hall instead of automotive because I would “pay people” to do “that stuff” for me.

Dad was right again. I would pay people.

First, I would pay AAA. Then AAA would pay R and R Star Towing in Everett after R and R Star Tom towed me and my truck to K.C. Martin Automotive in Lynnwood for repair.

While my experience last week left many memories, the best one will be service manager Derek's ink pen drawing of the map he made me so I could get back on the freeway going south. Should you ever break down in Lynnwood, get towed to K.C. Martin at 4829 196th S. W. Not only will Derek and the team get you back on the road ASAP, if you are alone in the waiting room, you get to use the remote control, all by your lonesome, for their high definition television.

There is nothing quite like watching The View when there are no women in the room.

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Bits & Pieces highlight the intricacies of sin, religion, and justice. A one-minute audition piece is encouraged. Performances in the Phillip Tarro Theatre from November 11-20.

For more information, contact damond. morris@skagit.edu, (360) 416-6636. On Facebook @SVCdrama.

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New Hospital Board Commissioner Chosen

A Bird in the Hand, A Close Up Look at Birds

North Whidbey Coupon Club meets at SPIN Café (32658 SE Bayshore Dr) in Oak Harbor every Friday from 9:30am to 11:30am. Supplies and coupons are free, however there is a suggested donation of $1 per meeting which supports “Coupon Care Packages” to overseas military families and SPIN Café. Meetings are “Kid-Friendly” – no meetings are held on holiday weekends.

Dr. Anderson is director and chief of staff of Best Friend’s Veterinary Center in Oak Harbor.

The response was very strong, according to board president Ron Wallin. “We were so pleased to have such a strong level of interest in this role,” Wallin says. “We had some very talented and committed individuals step forward who wanted to serve their community and support our local healthcare system.”

Seven applicants, including Dr. Anderson, initially spoke with Wallin, who overviewed the position and its responsibilities. Later, they met with CEO Geri Forbes to learn more about the healthcare system and the role of commissioner. Finally, each applicant engaged in an interactive discussion for an hour with all four commissioners at public meetings held September 1 and 2.

After all interviews were completed, the board went into executive session to evaluate qualifications of the applicants. Returning to public session, the commissioners voted to appoint Dr. Anderson.

“With so many good candidates, this was not an easy choice,” says Forbes. “Dr. Anderson’s skills complement the existing commissioners while also positioning the board to meet future challenges.”

“Many thanks to all applicants for their interest and for the time they took to learn about our healthcare system,” Forbes continued.

Several of the applicants agreed to volunteer in other capacities to support the district, Forbes noted.

Dr. Anderson took the oath of office at the board’s regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, September 12. His appointment is effective until the next regular election for public hospital commissioners, which will take place in November 2017.

Dr. Anderson attended Coupeville High School and graduated from Washington State University, where he has since earned an appointment as adjunct professor to the College of Veterinary Medicine. His wife Mary Anderson is Senior Services Administrator for the city of Oak Harbor. His daughter, Dr. Erica Anderson Syring, also practices at Best Friend’s Veterinary Center. The Anderson family has lived on Whidbey Island since 1912.

[Submitted by Patricia Duff, WhidbeyHealth]

Skagit Valley College Drama Department Audition Announcement The Skagit Valley College Drama Department announces that auditions will take place on September 21 and 26 at 3:30pm and 6:30pm for the Fall Quarter production of Measure for Measure, by Shakespeare. The show will be directed by SVC Drama Department chair, Damond Morris. Nine actors in 20 roles will

On South Whidbey, there is a team of volunteers who help save tens of thousands of dollars on behalf of the Good Cheer Food Bank. Thanks to coupon insert donations and the team’s efforts, they are able to stock the shelves full of a variety of quality, healthy food options.

Via the Whidbey Coupon Club’s Facebook page, members can access valuable information. Members share “Good Deal Alerts,” answer one another’s questions and provide pointers on how to save money.

Longtime Oak Harbor veterinarian Dr. Eric Anderson was the board’s choice to fill the District 5 seat left vacant when commissioner Anne Tarrant stepped down in June to move out of state. When a hospital commissioner resigns before their term expires, state law allows the remaining commissioners to appoint a replacement to finish the term.

After Tarrant announced plans to leave the board, the hospital district used newspaper ads, social media and the WhidbeyHealth website to reach out to citizens living in District 5 who were interested in completing Tarrant’s term.

families throughout Whidbey Island, by helping them “Eat Better, For Less.” In addition to couponing, they provide a variety of information so that families can be in the best health, physically and economically.

Photo by Jenny Brown, Bird in the Hand June 2014 at the Greenbank Farm

Whidbey Audubon Society presents a free, family-friendly celebration of birds on Sunday, September 18 from noon until 3:00pm at Bayview Farm and Garden, 2780 Marshview Avenue, Langley. Volunteers will preside in the nursery’s greenhouse with tables of the society’s collection of stuffed and preserved birds, organized by bird families. Visitors to this free event can examine their delicate skeletons and unique plumage. There will even be a live raptor or two on the arms of their trainers.

Every child or adult who passes by the tables at this event becomes an enthusiastic birder.

As each bird is examined, the enthusiasm grows. Deft fingers carefully spread wings allowing attendees a closer look at the spectacular colors and patterns of common birds like a Rufous Towhee, Black-capped Chickadee, Wigeon and other frequently seen birds of Whidbey Island. Study the Belted Kingfisher’s footpads that help to excavate its burrow, see the red of a Red-tailed Hawk, look into a microscope and see the feather structure of an owl feather. Little hands are frequently seen reaching over the tabletop. They want to see, to touch and to know. To everyone’s delight this up close experience for everyone is encouraged. The exhibit intends to deepen knowledge of local wildlife and to protect the environment necessary for birds to survive.

Besides the bird specimen collection, other activities include a display of owl pellets and live raptors with their falconers. Longtime Whidbey Audubon member Steve Ellis will host an “Answer Man” table for the most daunting questions.

Habitat-friendly plants will be on display in the greenhouse and visitors may contact Bayview Farm and Garden staff to acquire similar plants in stock. The nursery has a reputation as an innovative business, focusing on a nontoxic approach to gardening and has always maintained a commitment of good stewardship to the sensitive island environment.

Lunch options are available at the Nursery’s Flower House Café and other establishments at the Bayview Corner.

[Submitted by Susan Prescott, Whidbey Audubon]

September is National Coupon Month Whidbey Coupon Club invites all who are interested in saving money to their weekly “Clip n’ Chats.” The club offers coupons for clipping, money-saving conversation and new friends. All interested in saving money are welcome, regardless of your experience with coupons.

The Whidbey Coupon Club has been featured nationally on Bankrate.com. Locally, they serve

South Whidbey Coupon Club meets at Good Cheer Thrift Store (114 Anthes Avenue, Langley) Wednesdays, Noon to 4:00pm. At the South Whidbey Coupon Club they also welcome those who would like to help clip coupons which will be used for Good Cheer’s shopping.

Whidbey Coupon Club Needs Your Help!

The club is in need of donations of coupon inserts. Please bring them to the Oak Harbor Senior Center, Whidbey Party Store, Good Cheer Food Bank, Good Cheer Thrift Store in Langley, or the “Good Cheer Two” store at Ken’s Korner. They are looking for the “Smart Source”, “Red Plum” and “Proctor & Gamble” inserts from weekend papers.

The Whidbey Coupon Club also sends expired coupons to military families overseas, where the coupons are valid up to 6 months after their printed expiration date.

Find Whidbey Coupon Club on Facebook and via email at nwcouponclub@comcast. net. For further information, please call (360) 675-2338.

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AAUW Tech Trek Program

From left to right: Jilliam Taylor, Ashleigh Merrill, Mikaela Labrador, and Brenna Richard

Saturday, September 10, the Whidbey Island Branch of AAUW (American Association of University Women) gathered at United Methodist Church in Oak Harbor to kick off the new year with a potluck social to celebrate the eight young Whidbey women who won this year’s $900 Tech Trek scholarships.

Tech Trek is a camp designed for girls between 7th and 8th grades who are interested in STEM subjects: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Nominated by their teachers in these subjects for their excellence, the girls must complete an application, write an essay and go through an interview to be selected to attend the weeklong camp in July at Pacific Lutheran University. The students live in dorms on campus and participate in classes in robotics, genetics, chemistry and more.

The eight winners of the Whidbey Island scholarships who attended the 2016 camp are Mikaela Labrador, Coupeville Middle School; Chelsea Lonborg, Oak Harbor Middle School; Ashleigh Merrill, Oak Harbor Middle School; Kelly Murnane, Langley Middle School; Grace Nowicki, Home Connection; Octavia Prosser, North Whidbey Middle School; Brenna Richard, Oak Harbor Middle School and Jillian Taylor of Coupeville Middle School.

www.whidbeyweekly.com LOCALLY OPERATED. As their parents looked on, the girls attending the Sept. 10 event charmed the crowd and recapped their adventures for club members.

Jillian Taylor told members that one of the most memorable Tech Trek events was a dinner with women who are professionals in STEM fields.

“I remember looking at them and hoping to be one of them one day,” Jillian Taylor told the crowd.

Local members of AAUW are convinced the Tech Trek program is an important part of supporting AAUW’s national purpose: To advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research.

If you are interested in becoming an AAUW member, please contact Barb Bland (barble@ comcast.net) or Ann Zimmerman (annzim@ swcp.com) for information.

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W o c l [Submitted by Kelly Gust, Whidbey Island h AAUW] m Share Your NASWI Photos with e the PBY Naval Air Museum b a The PBY-Naval Air Museum in Oak Harbor c is collecting photos of military personnel attached to Naval Air Station Whidbey from f b 1940 - 2000. h Specifically, they are looking for military U personnel and family at leisure, sporting events b and other off-duty activities. These photos S could be inserted into an upcoming book A on the history of NASWI. Please contact Will o Stein at (360) 720-9062 or email steindaddie@ a gmail.com. g [Submitted by J. R. “Sonny” Starks, PBY Naval e a Air Museum] o Local Business News g o Goosefoot Continues Offering d Food Business & General o Business Workshops c Goosefoot is continuing to offer workshops to i assist entrepreneurs in getting their businesses t w off the ground or to help established businesses. Classes have been scheduled through December 2016.

Workshops are free and full details can be found at www.whidbeykitchen.org. While Goosefoot is still exploring the viability of establishing a full-service commercial kitchen on South Whidbey, the majority of the workshops can apply to any small business.

Of particular interest to food entrepreneurs will be Goosefoot’s Introduction to Food Business Licensing Requirements & Costs. Participants will not only learn about licensing requirements for different products and costs incurred before even stepping into a kitchen, but also about locally available small business resources and loans.

In addition, classes are offered on business planning, marketing, pricing your product, writing business plans, and using social media.

Goosefoot has partnered with the staff of both the Island County Economic Development Council (ICEDC) and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Mt. Vernon to offer these opportunities.

Visit www.whidbeykitchen.org for full details.

There is also a commercial kitchen survey accessible on the website which Goosefoot encourages anyone interested in using a commercial kitchen to fill out.

Goosefoot, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization whose mission includes local economic development, has been looking into the viability of developing a full-service incubator commercial kitchen facility on the south end of Whidbey for over a year.

Goosefoot encourages those needing a commercial kitchen now to contact the following facilities available for rental to food businesses: Island County Fairgrounds Kitchen, JW Desserts, and Lavender Wind Farm.

To register for the workshops (all free of charge), please email marian@goosefoot.org or call (360) 321-4145.

For a complete list of workshops, visit www. whidbeykitchen.org.

[Submitted by Marian A. Myszkowski, Goosefoot]

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Let’s Dish! with Kae Harris

HIGH-FLYING FOOD While the U.S. Air Force has only been an official branch of the military for less than a century, brave men and women have been lifting America to new heights for over one hundred years. From the most basic ingredients mixed inside the minds of the Wright brothers, we have now been served something far beyond what could ever have been dreamed up a century ago. From weather balloons, to space, cyberspace and beyond, man has been propelled forward through history a little faster and all because of the insatiable curiosity we humans have. September 18 will mark 69 years since the United States Air Force was declared an official branch of the U.S. military under the National Security Act of 1947.

All this talk of flying makes me think not only of those who protect our freedom in the skies, among many other areas of life, but also of general air traffic. We all know how fun and exciting traveling can be. I’m sure we’re also well aware of how equally frustrating it is. Airport operations seem like a huge smorgasbord of goings on. It can actually look chaotic from the outset. Everything would have to be planned down to the last detail including the food served on flights – my favorite part. I remember, as a child, when we traveled by plane to visit family in other countries, I was always chomping at the bit for the snacks and meals. I don’t know why they were such a “treat.” It was similar

food to what I normally ate. Perhaps it was the surroundings that made it an adventure of sorts. I actually really enjoyed the food that was served. I was always intrigued by how the food was made and brought to us piping hot. Was there a magical little kitchen hidden behind the secret first class curtains, behind which Michelin star chefs expertly sautéed vegetables, or braised meat? Mystique was further added by the graceful and smart looking air crew who swanned up and down the aisles bringing the food to all the passengers. My curiosity always soared high and free and my imagination roamed unabashed on a plane when I was little. Until I realized how petrified I am of flying and forgot all about the food.

I’m sure many people have had a less than desirable experience with airline food at least once, but the fact is inflight meals are thought up and prepped by chefs (albeit ones who are on the ground as opposed to behind the magical first class curtain). A fair amount of planning goes into airplane meals and there are a few things to take into consideration in the process, like the fact certain ingredients (i.e. butter sauces and deep fried foods) don’t hold up particularly well at an altitude of 30,000 feet. And this brings me back to my aforementioned point about people having had less than a happy experience with a meal on a flight at some point. Some people find the food on board a flight positively revolting, some find it completely bland, and others

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either don’t care or (like myself) always seem to enjoy it. Why then is airline food, for many people, often sans flavor? Well, when a cabin is pressurized (as it needs to be so at 30,000 plus feet we keep breathing) it numbs our taste buds.

In addition, humidity within the cabin is kept at less than 20% usually which means our noses tend to dry out and our sense of smell is thus diminished. Since smell and taste have a passionate entanglement, one sense can and does affect the other. Can’t smell things as acutely, can’t taste them as well either. But the food quality, what about the food quality? Take into account the cabin air is apparently recycled every two or three minutes and couple this with the air conditioning that’s raging through the puny vents. This means our food on board will dry out very quickly, rendering it as tasty as a leather boot. Sauces are often used in an attempt to combat this, and keep every last bit of moisture in the meal.

I have read that inflight meals were prepared specifically to bring about the after effect it seemingly has on most passengers. Sleepiness.

This is likely just conspiracy theory. After my meal, I usually stare out of the window, setting my irrational fear aside and marvel at the distance between the plane and everything below.

The clouds always look so puffy, fluffy, thick and marshmallowy. Yes, exactly like marshmallows actually, and since I brought them up, I think I’ll talk about them a little. Have you ever made them yourself? I have once, very long ago. An interesting endeavor to say the least.

Marshmallows date all the way back to ancient Egypt where the actual marshmallow plant sap was used and mixed with honey, nuts and fruits, into a confection. 19th century doctors also used the sap of the marshmallow plant in tinctures to help soothe a sore throat. However, modern processing has eliminated the need for the natural sap, which has unfortunately rendered the modern marshmallow, less ‘good for you’ than it was before. Nevertheless, a marshmallow, no matter how good or not it is for you, always seems to whisk me back in my mind’s eye into a plane marveling at their cloudy ‘almost-brethren’ in the sky.

I will leave you with a recipe for marshmallows and if you decide to make them let me

know how they turn out! If you feel so inclined, perhaps make some to observe the Air Force’s birthday, and stop to think a while in gratitude for the service of the men and women in the Air Force who protect us all. Please feel free to send in any comments, questions, information and of course recipes of your own, because as always I’d love to hear from you, so Lets Dish!

Marshmallow Clouds ¼ ounce packets of gelatin (x3) 1 cup light corn syrup 1 ½ cups granulated sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract ¼ teaspoon salt Vegetable oil for brushing pan 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 1 cup water

Brush sides and bottom of 9 inch square pan with vegetable oil. Use a sieve to sprinkle a generous amount of confectioner’s sugar into the pan after it’s oiled. Put ½ cup water in a large bowl and whisk in gelatin. Set aside to soften.

In medium saucepan over medium heat, mix granulated sugar, salt, corn syrup and ½ a cup of water. Bring to a boil stirring until sugar has completely dissolved. If mixture foams up, turn heat down a little. Insert candy thermometer and stop stirring. Boil mixture until temperature of 240 degrees Fahrenheit is reached and remove from heat. Use a whisk (preferably electric) and pour sugar mixture into the gelatin, in a slow stream down the side of the bowl, whisking on low the whole time. Whisk for 5 minutes or until marshmallow is very thick. Add the vanilla and whisk in. Scrape marshmallow into oiled/sugared pan and press in with wet fingertips. Allow to set four hours or overnight until top isn’t sticky.

Remove from pan onto confectioner’s sugar dusted board, cut with oiled knife into cubes, and roll cubes into more confectioner’s sugar.

Store in air tight container at room temperature, eat when you want, and enjoy! www.ifs anet.com www.usatoday.com www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/homemade-marshmallows-51152000 To read past columns of Let's Dish in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www. whidbeyweekly.com.

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Lions Club Blood Drive Thursday, September 15, 9:00am-5:00pm First United Methodist Church, Oak Harbor Sponsored by the Oak Harbor Lions Club.

Please register online at www.psbc.org or 1-800-398-7888 for an appointment or as a walk-in. Please remember to bring your ID or Blood Donor card with you! The Lions will have treats and beverages for donors. The First United Methodist Church is located at 1050 SE Ireland St.

Second Street Community Feast Thursday, September 15, 5:30pm-8:30pm Second Street, Langley Join the Langley Main Street Association (LMSA) for the Second Street Community Feast. Bring a potluck dish, enough to feed three or more, LMSA will provide the rest.

Enjoy Whidbey’s Ice Cream provided by the Langley Community Club. For more information, email mainstreet@whidbey.com.

Rally to Support Angie Homola Candidate for Washington State Senate 10th LD (D) Thursday, September 15 6:00pm-8:00pm Coupeville Rec Hall, 901 NW Alexander St. Guest Speaker Senator Mary Margaret Haugen. Chili and refreshments provided.

RSVP: AngieForPeoplemanager@gmail.com

SICBA Home Tours Friday, September 16, 2:00pm-7:00pm Saturday, September 17, 10:00am-5:00pm Sunday, September 18, 10:00am-5:00pm Various locations Tour 7 spectacular homes in Skagit Valley, Anacortes & Oak Harbor. Tickets available online or at the homes during the tour for $10 per person to tour all homes for the 3 days.

Kids under 15 are free. For tickets or more information, visit http://www.sicba.org/sicbaevents/sicba-home-tourexpo/

Live Music: Jungle Rooster Friday, September 16, 7:00pm-10:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville Jungle Rooster is a force to be reckoned with.

Playing straight up Rock n Roll and delivering the message with huge sound, awesome intensity, and a stage show that is electrifying, you will have no choice but to become a fan. No cover. For more information, call (360) 682-5747 or visit www.penncovebrewing.com

All You Can Eat Breakfast Saturday, September 17, 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 Kite Festival Saturday, September 17, 9:00am-5:00pm Sunday, September 18, 9:00am-5:00pm Camp Casey, Coupeville Set against the majestic backdrop of the Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound, the kite festival features impressive ground and air displays of color and imagination. Food booths, free-fly areas, sport kite competition, kid’s kite making, games and a raffle. For more information go to: www.whidbeykites.org

Bark for Life 1 Mile Walk/Run Saturday, September 17, 10:00am-3:00pm 32630 SR 20, Oak Harbor Families and their furry friends will celebrate the lifelong-contributions of canine caregivers to cancer patients. The celebration will include doggie games, dress-up contests, vendors, music, and food. Located in the grass next to

the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce. For more information or to register, visit www. relayforlife.org/barkwhidbeyislandWA or email relaywhidbey@gmail.com

Oktoberfest Saturday, September 17, 10:00am-6:00pm Bayshore Drive, Oak Harbor Presented by the Whidbey Island Small Business Association as fundraising event for the Oak Harbor Rotary Club’s Food4Kids Backpack program. Enjoy live music, pretzels, craft beers, vendors and a raffle.

Morris Dancing--30th Annual Whidbey Tour Saturday, September 17, 10:30am Front Street, Coupeville Saturday, September 17, 12:00pm Bayview Farmer’s Market, Langley Saturday, September 17, 3:00pm Boy and Dog Plaza, Langley The Mossyback Morris Men of Seattle and the Vancouver Morris Men of Vancouver, BC with special guests The Bridgetown Morris Men of Portland, will perform for free in Coupeville and Langley. Morris Dancing is a form of English folk dance usually accompanied by music. For more information, visit www. vancouvermm.weebly.com

Driftwood Day Saturday, September 17, 11:30am Windjammer Park, Oak Harbor Using materials discovered on the beach, contestants create driftwood sculptures. Registration at 11:30 am, creating at noon, and judging at 1:30pm. Artist consultant and Judge Kevin Pettelle. Bring a picnic and watch the tide reclaim the sculptures.

Buffalo Field Campaign Road Show Saturday, September 17, 4:00pm & 6:00pm Langley Whale Center, 115 Anthes Ave. The two free shows include a Children’s Program, 4:00pm to 5:00pm, and an All Ages Show, 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Sponsored by Calyx School, Orca Network, Langley Whale Center, Whidbey Environmental Action Network, and the Whidbey Institute. Featuring native flute music by Mignon Geli; environmental troubadour Dana Lyons and Whidbey local Audrianne Cooke; and videos, storytelling and front lines reports from BFC co-founder Mike Mease. For more information, contact lisakois@yahoo. com.

Live Music: JP Falcon Saturday, September 17, 7:00pm-10:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville J.P. Falcon Grady: A self taught acoustic guitarist, singer, songwriter and a proud member of the Blackfeet Nation. Performs originals and covers all over the Northwest, Montana and Hawaii as both a solo artist and with his band “J.P. Falcon Band”. No cover. For more information, call (360) 682-5747 or visit www. penncovebrewing.com

Fall Sportsman’s Sale and Gun Show Saturday, September 17, 7:00pm-9:00pm Sunday, September 18, 9:00am-3:00pm Holmes Harbor Rod and Gun Club, Langley Admission: by donation New this Year: “Saturday Night Special” with only guns for sale. Firearms from three estates plus used overstock & consignments.

Available Sunday will be guns, ammo, scopes, hunting gear, fishing gear, knives, tools, camping equipment, boating equipment, and more.

FFL on site for firearm transfers. Tables still available; $10 Members, $15 Non-member.

For more information and table reservations, call Mike at (360) 221-7574.

Oktoberfest Sunday, September 18, 12:00pm-6:00pm Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor Hosted by the Oak Harbor Main Street Association, this free & family-friendly event will feature a whole city block of kids games, live music, local shopping, traditional homemade food (including pretzels with beer cheese!) and a beer garden for 21+. The Seahawks game will be hosted on an outdoor television by Off the Hook, and the Oak Harbor Arts Commission will host a ceremony to welcome the newest art sculpture downtown. Local vendor spaces are free, contact oakharbormainstreet@ gmail.com to sign up. Pre-registration required.

Sprint for SPIN Saturday, September 24, 8:00am Blue Fox Drive-In, Oak Harbor Inaugural 5K fun run with proceeds benefitting SPIN Café (Serving People In Need). Entry fee is $35, free kids’ run for those under 12. Check in at 8:00am, race starts at 9:00am. Registration is available online at www.active.com.

Stay & Play after the race. $10 purchases one go kart ride, 10 game tokens, a mini pizza, drink and cookie. For more information, call (360) 682-5949.

2nd Annual 5K Tutu Fun Run Saturday, September 24, 10:00am-12:00pm Mickey Field, Coupeville Presented by the Whidbey Island Dance Theater. For more information or to register, visit www.widtonline.org

Breakfast Buffet Fundraiser Sunday, September 25, 9:00am-11:30am Fleet Reserve, 311 SE 8th Ave, Oak Harbor Auxiliary of the Fleet Reserve Fundraiser. Tickets are $8, kids under 10 are $4, kids under 4 are free. Includes bacon, sausage, hashbrowns, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, and select pastries or fruit.

Big Night Out Friday, September 30, 5:00pm-7:00pm Flyers Restaurant and Brewery, Oak Harbor Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Island County for a casual evening of mixing, mingling and connecting with agency ambassadors, leadership and current mentors in the program.

You will also learn how you can help by volunteering as a Big Brother or Big Sister in the program. Light appetizers will be provided.

A cash bar will also be available. Free admission and door prizes. Please RSVP to admin@ bbbsislandcounty.org or call (360)279-0644.

Coupeville Farmers Market 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 Ready Readers: Preschool Storytime Thursdays, September 15, 22, & 29, 9:30am Coupeville Library Let imaginations run wild with fun books, sing-along songs, and creative activities that prepare young minds for the adventures of reading. Playtime or craft may follow. For ages 2 to 5 years. Caregiver required.

FOCL Farmers Market Book Sales Saturdays, September 17, 24, 10:00am-2:00pm Coupeville Farmer’s Market Shop locally at Friends of the Library book nook for your “picks of the day”! Proceeds benefit the Coupeville Library. If raining the book sale will be cancelled.

www.whidbeyweekly.com LOCALLY OPERATED. Friends of the Clinton Library Book Sale Saturday, September 17, 10:00am-3:00pm Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S. Central Ave. Thousands of books for sale at bargain prices.

Additional fiction and nonfiction books every month. Proceeds support the Clinton Library.

Quality book donations are always appreciated.

Meet the Author: Dave Anderson Sunday, September 18, 2:00pm Coupeville Library Dave Anderson’s new novel invites you to imagine what might happen if a container ship oil spill happened in the Salish Sea. Celebrate with Saratoga Orchestra of Whidbey Island Sunday, September 18, 2:00pm Oak Harbor Library Monday, September 19, 5:30pm Coupeville Library Join Anna Edwards, Music Director, as she unveils the highlights of the orchestra’s 20162017 tenth anniversary season. The season includes concerts in Coupeville, Oak Harbor and Langley, with music from “Out of This World” to a free family holiday concert and instrument petting zoo. For adults.

Ready Readers: Baby and Me Storytime Mondays, September 19 & 26, 9:30am Coupeville Library Wiggle and giggle with your baby through silly stories, happy songs, rhymes, and activities that inspire a love of reading. Playtime follows.

For newborns through 24 months. Caregiver required.

Computer Basics: Cursor, Mouse and Keyboard Monday, September 19, 2:00pm Oak Harbor Library Develop your digital literacy skills by learning how to use cursors, operate a mouse, and use some common keyboard commands. This class is intended for beginning computer users with little or no experience. For adults. Registration is required.

Celebrate with Saratoga Orchestra of Whidbey Island Monday, September 19, 5:30pm-7:30pm Coupeville Library Join Anna Edwards, music director, as she unveils the highlights of the orchestra’s 20162017 tenth anniversary season. The season includes concerts in Coupeville, Oak Harbor and Langley with music from “Out of This World” to a free family holiday concert and instrument petting zoo.

Third Tuesday Book Discussion Group Tuesday, September 20, 9:30am-11:00am Freeland Library Join us for a great book discussion of Sara Baume’s “Spill, Simmer, Falter, Wither.” This captivating story follows — over the course of four seasons — a misfit man who adopts a misfit dog. Everyone is welcome.

Galleries & Art Shows ASW 42nd Annual Show and Sale Opening Reception: Friday, September 16, 5:30pm-7:00pm Saturday, September 17, 10:00am-7:00pm Sunday, September 18, 10:00am-4:00pm Burrier Building, Island Country Fairgrounds, Langley Approximately 25 artists are participating in this years show. Original artworks for sale during the show will include watercolors, oils, acrylics, pastels, and colored pencil pieces.

Archival prints and greeting cards will also be available. For further information, contact Laurie Davenport at allok@whidbey.com

Featured Artist: John Olsen Meet the Artist: Sunday, September 18, 10:00am-5:00pm Penn Cove Gallery, Coupeville Photographer John Olsen will be at the Gallery with his cameras and lots of discussion about his work and methods. Before moving to the Northwest, John photographed widely in Asia, Europe and Mexico, as well as in his long-term home state of New Mexico. He works in all camera formats, but favors infrared and highspeed B&W films for interpretive images.

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DjangoFest Northwest djazzes up South Whidbey

By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly At least 2,000 people are expected to djam the City by the Sea as it prepares for DjangoFest Northwest, to be held at Langley’s Whidbey Island Center for the Arts Sept. 21-25.

The annual event is all about music – gypsy jazz to be specific – and will kick off Wednesday, Sept. 21 with a free concert on the patio at 6:30 p.m., featuring Hot Club of Seattle. But that’s only the beginning.

“This is the 16th annual DjangoFest NW, so you can expect eight amazing concerts from some of the best musicians in the world,” said Deana Duncan, production and programming director for WICA and festival manager for DjangoFest NW. “The festival is so much fun and people love coming to Whidbey Island,” said Stacie Burgua, executive director of WICA and DjangoFest. “The music is joyful and toe-tapping. DFNW artistic director Nick Lehr consistently puts together a stellar lineup that appeals to gypsy jazz aficionados as well as those new to this style of music.”

It was Lehr who approached Burgua 17 years ago about putting together the festival, which has grown by leaps and bounds since the first event, which featured two concerts, two workshops and two after-hour djams at a local tavern.

“The festival has grown over the past 16 years to eight concerts, 20-plus workshops, three after-hours Djams and spontaneous djamming around Langley for the entire five days,” said Burgua.

“Gypsy jazz is a well-loved, hidden gem of a genre and DjangoFest NW has the distinction of being one of the best showcases for this music in North America,” said Duncan. “The international artists tell us we are so similar to their beloved festival in the village of Samois-sur-Seine, France, that they look forward to coming here.”

This year DjangoFest will feature a dozen international musicians, coming from as far away as France, Brussels, Amsterdam and Spain, along with local and domestic artists.

“We are delighted to see a return of many of our favorites including

Photo courtesy of DjangoFest NW and WICA All the way from Sweden, the Gustav Lundgren Trio will make their DjangoFest NW appearance at 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24 at the Langley Middle School auditorium.

Stochelo Rosenberg (this year with his brother Mozes, and new to WICA, Christiaan Van Hermert), John Jorgenson Quartet with Zazi, Marc Atkinson Trio, Van Django, Rhythm Future, Pearl Django and more,” Burgua said. “It’s always fun to see new groups—this year we have a group coming from Sweden, the Gustav Lundgren Trio.

“We’re also very excited about the Sunday evening Djam Europa featuring 14-year-old Noé Reine from Samois- sur-Seine, France,” Burgua continued. “Deana Duncan and I had the very good fortune of attending the Django Reinhardt Festival in France this past June and got to see Noé’s debut. He’s an amazing and talented young man.”

While the festival brings a fair share of folks from off-island, the festival has also caught on locally.

“It took a while to catch on, but eventually locals took notice mainly because of the Djamming around town and the after-hours in the local restaurants,” Burgua said.

Planning for an event of this magnitude takes an entire year, according to Duncan. She said planning for next year’s festival will begin as soon as this year’s is done. Housing artists is one of the biggest challenges but there are other logistical challenges as well.

“Home stays are a very important part of our ability to put this festival on,” said Burgua.

“The logistics are huge.”

“The thing you rarely see is all the backstage support it takes to host a festival this large,” Duncan said. “We have local families hosting artists, local restaurants hosting late night Djams and helping us feed the artists at sound check; a crew of about 40 well-trained volunteers including drivers taking artists to and from airport drop offs and homestays.

Photo courtesy of DjangoFest NW and WICA The Marc Atkinson Trio is one of many to perform during DjangoFest NW, which takes place Sept. 21-25 at the Whidbey Island Center for the Arts in Langley. The trio will perform on WICA’s Mainstage at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21.

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“DjangoFest Northwest put Langley on the map,” Burgua said. “It is well-respected and well-known throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe as one of the top gypsy jazz festivals in the world.”

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“We negotiate artist contracts, borrow keyboards and basses from local musicians, make sure there is food in the WICA fridge for staff who work 20-hour days all week,” she continued. “And the facility staff works around the clock to keep WICA “company ready” at any and all times.”

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By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly

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For the first time since 1911, a large, vacant tract of land between Bayshore Drive and SE Pioneer Way in downtown Oak Harbor has new owners.

The property, owned for more than a century by the Copeland family, was sold last week to Corridor Ventures, a private investment group that aims to develop the property.

“It’s going to be such a vibrant piece of property and a real catalyst for the rebirth of the downtown,” said Barbara Spohn, in an exclusive interview with Whidbey Weekly. Spohn is the acting development director for the property and the former Economic Development Director for the City of Oak Harbor.

According to Spohn, she was approached by investors – who she said are very familiar with Oak Harbor - while she was still with the city and after potential plans for building a nursing home on the property failed to work out.

“When those plans fell through, they approached me about buying the property,” she said. “My investors just didn’t want to see a nursing home there.”

The two parcels of land, which total approximately 2.5 acres, were sold to Corridor Ventures for $1.6 million. There have been a couple of development plans suggested for the site in the past, but there was either no funding for them or, as in the case of a plan put forth in 2007, the market bottomed out and development wasn’t feasible at that time.

Now, according to Spohn, developers are already approaching her regarding the Bayshore project.

Kathy Reed/Whidbey Weekly Two parcels of vacant property located between SE Pioneer Way and Bayshore Drive, which overlook Crescent Harbor and the Oak Harbor Marina, have changed hands for the first time in more than a century. The investment group Corridor Ventures is the new owner.

“We have people interested in a free-standing restaurant and a small hotel right now,” she said, adding that the next step in the process will be vetting developers. “We will send out an RFI (Request for Information) and then we’ll make a short list of the developers we’re interested in and request an RFP (Request for Proposal).”

shops. Another thing already being researched is a cultural resource center.

Corridor Ventures already has some preliminary plans for what it would like to see on the property. Informal ideas include a small hotel with meeting rooms, restaurants, condominiums and retail

More than anything, said Spohn, she and her investors would like

“I’ve already formed a task force to study what that might look like,” said Spohn. “We’d love to have a center that ties the water, the Native American heritage and our history together.”

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It’s Oktoberfest weekend in Oak Harbor (or, A tale of two Oktoberfests)

By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly Break out the lederhosen and get ready for a full weekend of Oktoberfest celebrations in Oak Harbor.

There are two events planned this weekend, one Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Bayshore Drive and one Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. on SE Pioneer Way downtown. That means twice the food, twice the beer, twice the shopping, twice the entertainment and twice the fun.

Before we go any farther, however, we must address the elephant in the room: Oktoberfest in September?

Photo courtesy of Oktoberfest.net Oktoberfest in Germany dates back to 1810 and the celebration in Munich is the largest festival in the world. Oak Harbor will hold its first-ever Oktoberfest celebrations this weekend.

Oak Harbor’s celebrations are perfectly timed.

Oktoberfest traditionally begins the third weekend in September and ends the first Sunday in October. It really has nothing to do with the month of October and everything to do with a royal love story.

“Crown Prince Ludwig, later to become King Ludwig I, was married to Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen on 12 October 1810,” reads the website ofest.com. “The citizens of Munich were invited to attend the festivities held on the fields in front of the city gates to celebrate the happy royal event.”

The first event ended with horse races in the field. When it was decided to keep the horse races going after that (although they are no longer part of the celebration) the event became known as Oktoberfest and grew to include displays aimed at boosting agriculture in Bavaria.

Small beer stands began popping up to quench the thirsty farm-show goers. By 1896, Oktoberfest featured full-on beer tents on one half and a fun fair on the other. Today, Oktoberfest in Munich is the largest festival in the world.

While Oak Harbor’s twin celebrations may not hold a candle to Munich’s, there will certainly be plenty of fun to go around for the whole family.

Saturday’s event is being put on by the Whidbey Island Small Business Association. WISBA cofounder Selene Muldowney said the group was looking for a way to bring a larger community event to Oak Harbor.

“WISBA has been doing a number of smaller events in town over the past year and many vendors and small business owners as well as community members asked us to consider a large-scale event,” she said. “Since Oak Harbor has a significant Dutch and German heritage and since it had never been done and we like the challenge, we thought it would be a great idea.”

Saturday’s event will include traditional food and beer, crafts, vendors of all kinds, music and kids’ games. In addition, the event will support the Oak Harbor Rotary’s Food4Kids Backpack Program.

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Muldowney said the group will also be supporting Click Music’s effort to raise money for new uniforms for Oak Harbor High School’s band.

Supporting local causes is just par for the course, she said.

“WISBA has a policy of including a nonprofit element of fundraising to all its events,” she said.

“We know there are other organizations that also need the help, and little by little we are chipping away at helping facilitate fundraising events for them.”

Kathy Reed/Whidbey Weekly Corridor Ventures investment group has purchased two parcels of land that make up most of the vacant lot located along SE ePioneer Way and Bayshore Drive in downtown Oak Harbor.

to see the project bring more people to Oak Harbor’s historic downtown.

“When you take a look at all of Oak Harbor, that property is the pivotal piece of downtown to get people off Hwy. 20 and into downtown,” she said. “There is so much potential, not to cause more traffic, but to round us out as a destination.

“This will be the first connection from Pioneer Way to the water,” she continued. “That is critical to the downtown’s revitalization.”

While initial plans could include two condominium towers, Spohn was careful to note they will not obstruct the view, saying the investors chose the name Corridor Ventures for a reason – they want to preserve the view, she said.

Spohn also noted that future plans also include some way to connect the Bayshore property

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Kathy Reed/Whidbey Weekly Barbara Spohn, shown here with her son, J.D., is the development director for Corridor Ventures, the investment group which has purchased 2.5 acres of land between SE Pioneer Way and Bayshore Drive in downtown Oak Harbor.

with the Oak Harbor Marina, whether by water taxi or some other means still to be determined.

If all goes well, Spohn anticipates it will be about 18 to 24 months before any ground is broken on the new development. All the more time to refine and perfect the plans, she said.

“We’ve never really had anything to draw people downtown except the festivals,” she said. “But Oak Harbor is a gem - where else can you find what we have? It’s very exciting.”

Spohn can be reached via email at barbara@ corridorventures.com.

But wait, the beer steins are about to runneth over, because the Oak Harbor Main Street Association will be celebrating its Oktoberfest on Sunday, Sept. 18. Once more there will be music, food, vendors and fun, this time lining a two-block section of Pioneer Way in the heart of the historic downtown.

According to Melissa Riker, who has headed up the Main Street Association’s Sunday Market since it began on July 4, this Oktoberfest celebration is really a preview of what it envisions for the future of its Market.

“Oktoberfest is the vision we have for the Main Street Market that’s held every Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.,” she said. “We would love to see all the vendors and people come together every Sunday in our downtown.”

The Sunday celebration of Oktoberfest will feature live bands, kids’ games and activities, and incredible food and beer.

“Fraser’s Gourmet Hideaway will have homemade pretzels with beer cheese, sauerbraten with spätzle and currywurst and there will be

vendors selling bratwurst and barbecuing a whole pig,” Riker said. “Penn Cove Taproom will have a beer garden and they will have several seasonal beers as well as the new craft beer from the craft brewing program at Skagit Valley College.”

There will be more than 30 vendors at the event, who were offered spaces at no charge as a thank you for participating in the Main Street Market over the summer. (The last Main Street Market will be held from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept.

25.)

A special feature of Sunday’s Oktoberfest will be the introduction of the downtown’s latest statue.

“We’ll have the unveiling of the Barringtons,” said Riker. “It’s such a cool statue that screams “historic,” which is what the Main Street Organization is all about – celebrating and preserving the history of our town. It’s so important.”

Riker said they’ve even thought of the football fans. Off the Hook will have a big screen television outside tuned to the Seahawks’ game, so fans can enjoy Oktoberfest while watching the Hawks take on the Rams.

Whether people choose to attend Saturday, Sunday or both Oktoberfest celebrations, there will plenty to appeal to everyone, say organizers.

“This will be a great community gathering with friends and family as they enjoy the celebration and get a good feeling of accomplishment, as people walk away knowing they contributed to helping others in the community,” said Muldowney.

“Oak Harbor Main Street is a nonprofit organization that wants to bring the community together, focus on revitalizing the downtown district (and beyond) and celebrate the history of Oak Harbor,” said Riker.

Information on Saturday’s Oktoberfest is available online at www.whidbeyislandsmallbusinessassociation.com and information on Sunday’s Oktoberfest can be found at www.oakharbormainstreet.com.

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Cmdr. Bogue Takes Command of Electronic Attack Squadron 136

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caleb Cooper/Released) Burlington-Edison High School Navy Junior Recruit Officer Training Corps parade the colors during a change of command ceremony at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. Cmdr. Matthew Bogue relieved Cmdr. Chris Hunter as commanding officer of Electronic Attack Squadron 136 during the ceremony.

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caleb Cooper/Released) Cmdr. Chris Hunter speaks during a change of command ceremony at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. Cmdr.

Matthew Bogue relieved Hunter as commanding officer of Electronic Attack Squadron 136 during the ceremony.

VP- 4 returns from ‘Aloha Deployment’ to new homeport on Whidbey Island The first wave of “Skinny” Dragons” from Patrol Squadron (VP) 4 returned home today from a demanding, yet highly successful tri-site deployment.

For the first time since 1964, that return home was not made to Hawaii, but instead to Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island, Wash.

In the midst of deployment, the Skinny Dragons executed a permanent duty station change (PDSC) from Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii to Whidbey Island, with many families moving in advance of the squadron’s return. Despite the challenges that come with executing a move, VP-4 personnel committed each day to ensuring that their last P-3C Orion deployment was a resounding success.

The VP-4 “P-3 Sundown” or “Aloha Deployment” as it became known, involved the Skinny Dragons operating out of 12 differ-

ent countries in three vastly diverse areas of responsibility (AORs). In fact, on June 13 VP-4 launched six P-3C aircraft from five different detachment sites to six different missions within 24 hours.

According to Cmdr. Christopher Smith, VP-4’s commanding officer, the commitment from aircrew, maintenance and support personnel were astounding throughout the entire deployment.

"The Skinny Dragons are finishing a very successful deployment that saw us deployed to several locations around the world. This deployment was a significant milestone for our squadron as 2016 marks 50 years of flying the P-3C Orion for Patrol Squadron 4," remarked Smith. "This summer was a great opportunity to honor the fine heritage of our squadron and the history of the mighty P-3C Orion."

Those already in Whidbey Island eagerly

await the arrival of the rest of their squadron who will trickle home in waves over the next two weeks.

Smith commented that it is certainly bittersweet to leave the island paradise of Oahu, but the Skinny Dragons are excited for the move to the Pacific Northwest and are enthusiastic to join Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing (CPRW) 10. In addition, he added that the local community and sponsors from CPRW-10 have been instrumental and the PDSC undoubtedly would not have been possible without their help.

"VP-4 is extremely excited to join the Whidbey Team and we have been welcomed with open arms at every step of our transition," said Smith. "The local community, on and off base, has been aware of our arrival for over a year and has continuously worked to make our transition a seamless one. I am overwhelmed with the support we have been given and I am very grateful."

The next step for VP-4 is a transition from the P-3C Orion to the P-8A Poseidon. As the first of the three Hawaii-based Orion squadrons to transition, VP-4 is focused on a successful integration into CPRW-10 and continues their standard of excellence in maritime aviation throughout the transition.

The Skinny Dragons will begin the first portion of P-8A training in October with the “Pro’s Nest” of VP-30, the U.S. Navy’s Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS), who will provide a detachment of personnel to NAS Whidbey Island. After the New Year, VP-4 personnel will travel to the FRS in Jacksonville, Fla.,to complete the rest of their training.

Thankful for the support of CPRW-10 and the Whidbey Island community, VP-4 looks forward to bringing the Aloha spirit to the Pacific Northwest and their next chapter in maritime aviation.

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By Carey Ross Blair Witch: Remember when "The Blair Witch Project" came out and scared the ever-living crap out of everyone? Remember when we were not wise to the ways of the “found footage” horror genre and thought it might be real? We’re 17 years older and presumably wiser–but this sequel will scare the ever-living crap out of people nonetheless. The witch is back, baby.  (R • 1 hr. 29 min.)

Mechanic: Resurrection: Jason Statham, normally very busy filming one or another installment of the many film franchises he lends his brand of rapid-fire martialarts prowess to ("Transporter, Crank, The Expendables," etc.), must’ve had a break in his schedule so thought it would be a good idea to add another franchise sequel to his resume. It was not a good idea.  (R • 1 hr.

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Bridget Jones’s Baby: Bridget has returned to the big screen and she’s better than ever, which is to say she’s the same hot mess she ever was. This time, however, she’s got a baby on board–and one too many baby daddies.  (R • 2 hrs. 2 min.)

Morgan: Produced by Ridley Scott, and directed by his son Luke, this appears to be the kind of sci-fi thriller–featuring a remote location, a girl with superhuman abilities, a team of probably ethically compromised scientists who have never seen a Ridley Scott movie, and a canny outsider (played by Kate Mara)–at which the Scott family excels.  (R • 1 hr. 32 min.)

Don’t Breathe: A group of young people breaks into the house of an elderly man, believing him to be sitting on a stash of cash. He’s blind, so they figure it’ll be easy pickings. They figured wrong, as this unconventional horror thriller quickly illustrates.  (R • 1 hr. 28 min.)

Hillsong–Let Hope Rise: Concert documentary about a Christian band from Australia that is being billed as a “theatrical worship experience,” which seems to be a fancy way of letting you know that if you’d like to attend this service, you’re going to have to buy a ticket at the door.  (PG • 1 hr. 43 min.)

Ithaca: Meg Ryan directs and stars in a WWII coming-of-age drama and taps her good buddy Tom Hanks to appear in it with her– and that’s about the most interesting thing I can say about her tepid directorial debut.  (PG • 1 hr. 36 min.)

The Light Between Oceans: This adaptation of the bestselling novel about a couple who finds a baby and raises it as their own stars Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander and is presumed to be the opening salvo of the 2016 Oscar season. If that’s the case, it’s going to be a long, hard road between here and Oscar.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 40 min.)

Kubo and the Two Strings: From Laika, the studio responsible for "Coraline" and "ParaNorman," comes this inventive samurai story about a one-eyed boy and a legendary battle. Boasting breathtaking stop-motion animation and affecting plot, some critics have called this the best animated movie of 2016. When Pixar hears that, they’re gonna be mad.  (PG • 1 hr. 41 min.)

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Life Tributes ALAN R. HODGKINS Alan Robinson Hodgkins died August 3, 2016 at Careage of Whidbey, Coupeville. He was born March 30, 1937 in Boston, MA to David and Pauline Hodgkins. Alan was raised in Maine, until he was 13 years of age, when his father passed and Alan and his mother moved to San Jose, CA. While in school, Alan worked as a courier for Western Union. He also spent his spare time at the San Jose airport, where he developed a fascination for aircraft.

In 1954, Alan enlisted in the U. S. Navy as an Aircraft structural Mechanic, beginning a twenty-two year career. He retired in 1976 as an AMSC (E-7). Following retirement, he was employed at Harbor Air, Boeing and Beechcraft in aircraft maintenance and then opened his own shop at Bayview. He was also much involved with restoration of the PBY which is an integral part of the Oak Harbor PBY Museum. Alan was also a master sheet metal and wood worker.

Alan had his private pilot’s license and was an aircraft owner and avid pilot.

Alan is survived by his wife, Rebecca, and one son, David, of Oak Harbor and one by sister, Linda, and one brother, David.

A Celebration of Life for Alan Hodgkins will be held at Wallin Funeral Home Monday, September 19, 2016 at 4pm with Gary Wallin, Certified Life Celebrant officiating. Military honors will follow. Please visit Alan’s page in the Book of Memories at www.wallinfuneralhome.com to share memories or condolences.

Arrangements are entrusted to Wallin Funeral Home & Cremation, LLC Oak Harbor, WA.

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Barbara Jean (Glass) Guernsey was born in Pike, TX March 18, 1924. Later she moved to Coos Bay, OR in search of work. After taking government sponsored sheet metal classes in Coos Bay, Barbara ended up as Rosie the Riviter at the Boeing Plant in Seattle, WA. There she met Harold Guernsey and they were married May 5, 1944, 2 weeks before he was drafted into the U.S. Army and sent overseas.

In 1949 Barbara and Harold built their home on Mercer Island, WA where they spent the next 24 years raising 3 children, Shirley Ann, Donna Sue and Gary Max. Barbara was a homemaker who enjoyed entertaining, road trips, and camping. In the 1960’s, Barbara was a finalist in the Mrs. Washington contest.

She also opened her own knit shop on Mercer Island called the “Golden Needles” where she sold quality yarns, needlecrafts and taught many to knit.

During her later years she and Harold enjoyed world travel, their vacation home at Driftwood Keys on Hood Canal, and their timeshare on Wapato Point in Lake Chelan. They spent the month of February, for 30 consecutive years, at a resort village in Mexico where they made some wonderful longtime friends.

After leaving Mercer Island in 1972 and settling in Seattle then Shoreline, Barbara and Harold eventually moved to Useless Bay, Whidbey Island where Barbara spent her last 18 years of life. Barbara is survived by her husband Harold, son Gary Guernsey (Joanne), daughter Shirley Lacy (Mike), 5 grandsons, Cameron, Craig, Scott, Brian, Kealan and one granddaughter, Morgan; these and her 9 great grandchildren were the pinnacle of her life.

A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, October 7, at 11:30am, at Trinity Lutheran Church (SR 525), Freeland, Whidbey Island. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Whidbey Island HOSPICE Care, 101 N. Main Street, Coupeville, WA.

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4:08pm, Storkson Dr. Reporting party advising customer had dog inside store for past 2 hours. Asked him to leave and he is refusing.

5:25pm, Patmore Rd. Requesting call referencing problems with son telling people things he is getting in trouble for.

7:58pm, Oceanside Dr. Reporting subjects 2-3 houses down are having a party. Their friend is flying an ultralight plane, very low and touching down on beach. Advising this is illegal.

9:01pm, Beachwood Dr. Reporting party states she will be posting no trespassing signs but has heard rumors some subjects are going to be going to location later. Requesting phone call.

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5:09pm, Porter St. Reporting party advising male subject on roof right now. Ongoing problem. Also saw him this morning. States male threatened to put her in a grave.

5:31pm, Airline Way Requesting phone call referencing cars parking in front of his house and if he can ask them to move.

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7:03pm, Bayview Rd. Across street from cemetery, two male juveniles look like they're ‘up to no good.” Says juveniles are inside of a box, a mail box that looks like a bird house.

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satisfaction on the 19th means surrender to the task at hand. A toned-down approach is best on the 20th. The 21st ends well despite too much help.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) Good to question authority on the 15th, despite possible responses. Choosing to see the glass half-full on the 16th insulates you from others’ bad attitudes. The 17th puts limits on your urge to explore. “Ah-ha!” moments of inspiration are your greatest ally on the 18th. Determination carries you far on the 19th. Best to listen and learn on the 20th. The 21st sees progress in your efforts to get ahead.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Even your enemies speak kindly of you on the 15th. Others find your self-assurance attractive on the 16th. Support when it counts is the delight of the 17th. Coworkers have much in the way of good to offer on the 18th.

Collaboration is the path to delight on the 19th. You’re with the right people to bring out your best on 20th. Knowing yourself better is not the least of the comforts the 21st brings.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Uncertainty dogs your home and social activities on the 15th. Even your best efforts on the 16th may leave you feeling out-shone. Another’s overbearing presence hampers the 17th.

The stresses of being a team player add to the difficulties of the 18th. Slower than expected results are one outcome of the 19th. Your ideas undergo the test of practicality on the 20th. Exceeding your limits on the 21st is a source of delight.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Live in the moment on the 15th and hurt feelings will pass.

Briefly hiding your emotions is OK on the 16th, provided you air them privately later. The 17th brings a chance to help another do what they couldn’t do alone. Be wary of becoming emotionally over-invested on the 18th. Pride on the 19th is sourced in group effort. You’re drawn into mutually delightful social contacts on the 20th. The 21st is pleasing, despite the stress.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) The 15th gives access to new levels of personal potential.

Others’ angry remarks are not to be taken personally on the 16th. Speak softly to avoid clashes over money on the 17th. The 18th sees you pushing beyond practical limits in trying to get ahead. Faith in your own worth powers the 19th. Despite your efforts on the 20th, events seem to take their own course. The 21st unfolds comfortably, after some set-backs.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Your original plan is not the one that works on the 15th. Let the agitations of the 16th open your mind to better ways of thinking. Close supervision both helps and hinders you on the 17th. Exasperated feelings of wanting to do it yourself are natural on the 18th. Personal

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) You’re the saving grace in another’s day on the 15th.

Win-win attitudes smooth the way on the 16th. Others welcome your help on the 17th. Your natural congeniality is particularly contagious on the 18th. Zest for life makes short work of problems on the 19th. A new element infuses your social life on the 20th. Security on the 21st includes the opportunity to feel appreciated for who you are.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Your attempts to better understand on the15th may be rebuffed. Patience with those slower than you is advised on the 16th. The 17th asks that you keep your ego out of the way. Intellect is a potent problem solver on the 18th. Persistence begets luck on the 19th.

Trying to run the show gains you little on the 20th. Your hard efforts to better yourself result in significant progress on the 21st.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Something is missing from your social events on the 15th. The 16th lacks a satisfying end product. The 17th asks that you accept what you can’t control.

Feelings of being unable to express your full potential are likely on the 18th. A simple word is enough on the 19th, uttered at the right time. An unusual working arrangement has its delights on the 20th.

Socializing along the way is part of the path of the 21st.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Just when it seems you’re out of options, one appears on the 15th. Keeping an open mind about another’s agenda is advised on the 16th. Being willing to learn is achievement enough on the 17th. The unexpected tests some pet ideas on the 18th. The 19th presents solutions where you saw none before. The 20th gives you the upper hand in practical matters. Comforting events outweigh all else on the 21st.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) The unexpected performs surprisingly well on the 15th.

Lack of consensus on the 16th begs your tolerance. Don’t take issues of pace and timing as personal criticisms on the 17th.

Personal detachment is essential to the smooth flow of the 18th. Your impact on the 19th extends to arenas you hadn’t anticipated. Better not to over-control practical matters on the 20th. Good things come in unusual ways on the 21st.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) The 15th lacks an essential something needed to feel fulfilling. Co-creation projects are less than satisfying on the 16th.

Granting others the space to be as they are is the highest use of the 17th. You have more to give on the 18th than others are able to receive. Not speaking until asked is wise on the 19th. Social contacts limit you to the passenger seat on the 20th.

Getting to know others better helps you to know yourself on the 21st. © 2016, Wesley Hallock, All Rights Reserved

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59. Big mouths

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60. Not important

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64. Arch type

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66. Artillery burst

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67. Acceptances

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68. Christian Science founder

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Meetings & Organizations South Whidbey Garden Club Friday, September 16, 9:00am-11:40am St. Peter’s Church, Clinton September’s program: “Japanese Maples to Love & Adore” June Davis, CPH and garden consultant, will talk about how to choose, plant and care for Japanese maples so they will thrive in your garden. Refreshments provided and the public is welcome.

Island County Astronomical Society (ICAS) Monday September 19, 6:30pm-8:30pm Hayes Hall, Room 137, SVC, Oak Harbor Anyone interested in astronomy is invited to attend. There will be short presentations on current topics in astronomy and a good time is guaranteed for all! For more information about ICAS or club events, email icaspub@ juno.com, or visit www.icas-wa.org.

Friends of the Freeland Library Meeting Tuesday, September 20, 1:00pm-3:00pm Freeland Library, 5495 S Harbor Ave. Find out what the Friends of the Library do to support the library and how you can get involved. Everyone welcome.

Whidbey Island Camera Club Tuesday, September 20, 6:30pm-8:00pm Oak Hall, Room 306, SVC, Oak Harbor The theme for September is “Transition”. 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

SWSD School Board Community Forum Wednesday, September 21, 6:30pm-9:00pm South Whidbey High School, Langley

When You Want the Job Done Right and You Want it Done Quickly, Come to the Two Places Where You Can Find EVERYTHING You Need.

The meeting objective is to enthusiastically solicit your input as to how the school board may move forward. The District has been declining in enrollment since 2000. This has impacted the budget and the use of facilities. The School Board will take input to assist in its decision making regarding facilities and program for the future. For more information, visit www.sw.wednet.edu

WhidbeyHealth Welcomes Thursday, September 22, 2:00pm-3:30pm WiFire meeting room, Freeland WhidbeyHealth continues its series of townhall style talks with CEO Jeri Forbes, Board President Ron Wallin and Commissioner Grethe Cammermeyer. Cookies and coffee will be served. Get all the info on upcoming talks at: https://whidbeyhealth.org/news/town-hallmeetings-set-for-fall-and-winter For more Meetings and Organizations, visit www.whidbeyweekly.com

Classes, Seminars and Workshops Dan’s Classic Ballroom See website for schedules/fees www. dansclassicballroom.com (360)720-2727.

Group & Private Lessons, Adults, Teens, Children, Wedding Dances, Special Events/ Parties. 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

Alzheimer’s and Finance Your local Benjamin Moore Dealer.

We also carry other name brand paints.

We have everything you need to get your projects done!

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will be served. To RSVP for yourself and a guest at this educational workshop, please call Abbie Martin at (360) 679-2558.

NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Course Friday, September 16, 6:00pm-9:00pm Saturday, September 17, 9:00am-5:00pm NWSA Range, Oak Harbor Cost: $25 This course uses the NEW NRA format, an online e-learning portion the student completes at home, which introduces students to the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for owning and using a pistol safely. Then the pistol handling and shooting portion is completed at the NWSA range where students will learn about safe gun handling, pistol shooting fundamentals, and pistol shooting activities. The Basics of Pistol Course will also help prepare the student for participation in other NRA courses. This class includes shooting on the NWSA Pistol Range. Students can start the online portion of the class at onlinetraining.nra.org 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.

Rain Gardens Sunday, September 18, 1:00pm-2:30pm Master Gardener Educational Gardens, Greenbank Farm Free What is a rain garden? How do they enhance our natural environment? Presenter: Rob Hallbauer. Rob is a Natural Resource Planner with the Whidbey Island Conservation District.

Part of the 2016 Master Gardener Educational Series. All seminars qualify for Continuing Education credits for Master Gardeners.

For more information, call (360) 240-5527 or visit http://ext100.wsu.edu/island/gardening/ master-gardeners/

Septic 101 & 201 Combo Classes Monday, September 19, 5:00pm-8:00pm Bayview Senior Center, Langley Thursday, September 29, 5:00pm-8:00pm Oak Harbor Library Learn how to protecting your system to avoid costly repairs or replacement. Attend Septic 101 to learn how to live with your system.

Attend Septic 201 and if you have a conventional gravity or pressure system, pay $28 and you could get certified to inspect your own system. Inspections are required by law every 1-3 years depending on your type of system.

For a list of Island County Maintenance Service Providers, or to register for septic classes, call (360)678-7914 or visit www.islandcountyseptictraining.com

Welcome to Medicare 101 Workshop Thursday, September 22, 10:00am Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St. Turning 65? New to Medicare? Questions about Medicare benefits and costs? Join this free workshop 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 - Hospital Insurance; Medicare Part B - Health Insurance; Medicare Part C - Medicare Advantage Plans: Medicare Part D - Drug insurance options. We will discuss Supplemental Plans, costs and benefits.

If you are turning 65, terminating an employer plan, or otherwise losing current coverage, you need to know about Medicare even if you do not yet plan to take Social Security. Veterans who qualify for Tricare For Life need to have Medicare A and B. Questions on Medicare deadlines and enrollment options will be answered. For more information, call (360)279-4580

Thursday, September 15, 6:00pm-8:00pm Harbor Tower Village, Oak Harbor

DUI/Underage Drinking Prevention Panel

Hosted by Edward Jones Financial Advisor Jeffery C. Pleet, CLU, ChFC. At Edward Jones, they believe financial education is an important part of achieving your goals. Topics will include: Aging with Dignity; Economic Update; Estate Planning. Refreshments and light snacks

Thursday, September 22, 6:45pm Oak Harbor Library Meeting Room Open to all, no late admittance. Required by local driving schools for driver’s education students and parents. For more information, call (360) 672-8219 or visit www.idipic.org

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MOTORCYCLES/ATVS ATV NO FEAR riding pants, like new, fancy with gold and black and white, $45 OBO cash only. Pictures available.

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AUTO/PARTS FOR SALE Four Jeep tires, 92-97, SB Full Size Ford. Wild Country, radial X TX, P235/75R-15, $200; NEW Truck Canopy. Both sides have slider windows, 7-ft long x 31” high, 6-ft. wide. Great for camping. Blue in color, lots of windows. Measure your truck and come see this one, $800. Leave message at (360) 221-5911 (0) Driver’s side window for Honda CRV, $20 OBO, cash only, pictures available. (360) 632-6202

GARAGE/ESTATE SALES Garage Sale: Saturday, September 17, 9am-4pm, 3650 Steelhead Drive, Greenbank.

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

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

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

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

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

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JOB MARKET JANITORIAL: Earn part-time income of $1200+ per month!

Hiring IMMEDIATELY for parttime evening janitor, MondaySaturday, average 25+ hours per week. Start time flexible (after 6:30pm/earlier on Saturday). Compensation: $11.00 per hour part-time. Must have valid DL, cell phone, pass background/drug screening and E-Verify (USCIS). Please provide name and phone number. Resumes welcome. E-mail: susan.valenzuela@ybswa. net (3) MEAL SITE MANAGER: Senior Services of Island County is seeking a permanent, part time, Meal Site Manager for Meals on Wheels at Cambey in Coupeville. 15 Hours/ wk, Supervisory experience preferred, Team Player a must & excellent customer service, able to lift 30-lbs. Apply in person at Bayview Center, 14594 SR 525, Langley, WA or email resume & references to debbiem@islandseniorservices.org. EEOC (3) KITCHEN HELPER AND SERVER: Apply in person.

Basil Café, 5603 Bayview Rd, Bayview Corner, (360) 3217898 (2) EDUCATION & PREVENTION MANAGER-IN-TRAINING: CADA, Citizens Against

Domestic & Sexual Abuse is looking for an Education & Prevention Manager-in-training. Job description: Create and maintain prevention and social change programs with youth, other agencies, school districts and the community.

We are looking to hire a Manager-in-training to create a more seamless transition with outgoing Manager. With growing responsibility in our prevention department, there are plenty of independent opportunities for the Manager-intraining to take on to learn the job. Hours: 20 per week. Send cover letter and resume to PO Box 190, OH or email director@cadacanhelp.org by 1 September. Full job description on CADA’s website: cadacanhelp.org (0)

HEALTH/FITNESS Tony Little Gazelle Edge trainer, $10. This stepper is great for indoor exercise with the coming wet weather.

Coupeville (360)678-7591 (1)

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, (360) 675-5470. Setup and consultation free with first session.

Lessons last 1-hr each.

HOME FURNISHINGS Round, glass-top table with four upholstered rolling chairs.

Cast iron base, very good condition, $100. Leave message at (360) 221-5911 (0) 100% solid pine sewing/ craft cabinet. Handmade by a Master Carpenter. Like new, 30" wide, 83" high, 13.5" deep, $600. Lenita (360) 9292942 (0)

LAWN AND GARDEN Free mature strawberry plants, heavy producers. You dig, easy access at the Greenbank Farm.

Free with a bag of manure or soil for every dozen (large plants). (360)678-3944 or islandjana@yahoo.com (1) Fresh cut Dahlias for home, parties or special occasions, $4 per dozen; 1-gallon Forsythia or Walnut Tree, $3.

Coupeville (360) 678-7591 (0) Straw Hay for Sale: Good for bedding, erosion control, mulch, etc. $3 per bale. 20 bale minimum. (360) 321-1624 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

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

Call (360) 678-1167

ANIMALS/SUPPLIES 40-gallon glass aquarium.

Complete with everything except fish. All ready to fill with water and fish (stand included), $100. Leave message at (360) 221-5911 (0) If you or someone you know needs help in feeding pet(s), WAIF Pet Food Banks may be able to help. Pet Food Banks are located at WAIF thrift

stores in Oak Harbor (50 NE Midway Blvd) and Freeland (1660 Roberta Ave) and are generously stocked by donations from the community. If you need assistance, please stop by.

WANTED Horse to ride. Gentle for beginner. Share cost or lease. Road and traffic safe.

(360)279-1565 (1) Looking for salsa maker. I will furnish the tomatillos, you make the salsa and we split the batch. Coupeville (360)678-7591 (1)

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MISCELLANEOUS Sweet meat squash, $1 per pound. Fresh, freezes well. All proceeds go to alcohol/drug rehab non-profit. Coupeville (360)678-7591 (1) Prism kite bag, very good condition, $60 cash only. (360) 632-6202 Looking for Xmas, Bday, Father's Day, or just Gifts in general? These are LOCAL made crafts, I have about 50-60 of these available. They are $16.00/ea, plus shipping if you want them mailed. CASH preferred. Dimensions are: 5-6"W X 17”L. Contact me at ljohn60@gmail.com.

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