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Last month, on the third day of November, I mailed a thank you note to my long time college frat brother, Broadway Bill. I could call him Wild Bill, but his kids might read this.
Last week, Bill e-mailed me to let me know my long overdue thank you had been received in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, a mere twenty-nine days after my envelope was postmarked. Maybe it is my fault my thank you for a Sturgill Simpson CD took so long. Instead of using metered postage, I applied a selfsticking Forever stamp. At least now I understand why the US Postal Service calls them “Forever stamps.” It takes forever for the stamps to get where they are going. Snowflake Sunday Tactile and culinary pleasures abound this weekend at the Freeland Cafe's annual Snowflake Sunday. The fun begins when you arrive, but be there by 5pm if you want to sit by the hors d'oeuvres. The following Saturday night, the 17th, our final Whidbey Island Arts Council sponsored Poetry Slam of this year will be held at 7:30pm at the Freeland Café. Erik Christensen will again provide entertaining songs and stories after the prizes are awarded to all those in attendance. Bolted Thanks to Linda and Jimmy of Rite-Aid for refunding my money last week on a bottle of Bolthouse Amazing Mango, also called a smoothie. On the morning of December 1st, while swirling my first swig around, I noticed the caveat – Best by 29 Nov 16. I had purchased the Bolthouse bottle right before Rite Aid's 7pm closing, the night of November 30th. Curious if I would survive the day without a trip to Whidbey General, I spit out my swig, and called the 800 line of Bolthouse, located somewhere in southern California. “Bolthouse, may I help you?” “Yes, I am wondering if the notation on my smoothie bottle is important. With regard to the really hard to see date printed on the top of the bottle, does the expression Best by mean Best on, Best before, or Best close to the date listed?” “Best by means you should not drink the contents after the indicated date.” “I thought that notice meant I could drink it near that date, like milk or lunch meats. Surely it is still good.” “No sir, that date means NOT to drink our liquid after the date. We cannot be held responsible.” “It has only been 35 hours since the Best by date. Do you think there will be side effects if I drink the liquid?” “You'll have to call your doctor.” “I don't have a doctor. Do you have a list of possible side effects?” “You'll have to contact your doctor. Again, do not drink the smoothie past the date listed. Will there be anything else?” At that point I began singing the chorus to “Bridge over Troubled Water” before I heard Miss Bolthouse's punctuated click. So much for holiday cheer. This buyer will now be more aware, as well as switching my smoothie allegiance to Odwalla or Naked. Their expiration dates are easier to read. Contest Winner Congratulations to Mike Giambattista for his submission in our “New Kid in School” story contest. Our celebrity judges, all former
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teachers or lawn bowlers, were unanimous in their decision to award Mike the grand prize, yet to be determined. With the approval of our winner, here is Mike's story. “I was always a new kid in school, 13 times, K-12. The most memorable was 3rd grade, in Key West, Florida – I was one of two English speaking kids in the school (younger brother Thom the other). Nimble enough to avoid playground pencil stabbings, the boys would run by screaming in Cuban Spanish what I heard as “madre con.” The nun who taught the class however, was intimidating! 'Put your times table on the right side of the desk' (thus I learned right from left). Failure to answer 'what is 7 times 8', etc. correctly was rewarded with a crack across the knuckles with a wooden ruler. As a devout coward, I learned the tables 1-12 rapidly. Only after five years of Spanish language study in high school and college did I finally learn what I was hearing on the 3rd grade playground was not “madre con” but “maricon.” I’ll leave it to readers to determine how disconcerting it would have been had I spoken Spanish then!” Thanks Mike. We're all about to Google or Bing “maricon,” if we don't ask Siri first. Teddy Says “In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.” –Theodore Roosevelt More Gore Don't tell anyone, but I bought a Leslie Gore record. My first ever. Thanks to some TV commercial I keep hearing, her song lyric, “You don't own me,” keeps running through my head. I do not know what product is being sold, but several different people, many of them female, are constantly yelling or singing the lyric, “You don't own me,” while driving around. It could be the TV commercial is about people looking for a place to park at some mall.
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Anyway, after wondering all these years why it was “Judy's turn to cry,” another Gore fave, I finally know. Judy had just received her final grade in Latin, a D. Remember Latin? Mom made me take Latin. She said it was the root language of many words on our spelling list. How right Mom was. And, after the first semester of 8th grade Latin, I knew also that tempus fugit was not fugitting fast enough for me. Cluster Flies It is at this time of year, when heat turns to cold, and warm turns to when is spring, that hundreds of really irritating flies emerge to play on my eighty-eight year old caboose windows. To combat the issue, for years I used to buy those smelly, sticky Shell NoPest strips, but someone must have recalled them, or they did not call back. The sticky stuff I buy at the Country Store works okay, but who wants to look at a strip of dead flies hanging over the kitchen sink? So, this year, in the spirit of election animosity, I am taking a piece of two-ply toilet tissue to each flying object. While many of the flies are experienced flyers, they are no match for my Marine Corps training. Whether it be the frontal assault, the single envelopment, or aerial surprise from the rear, I have been able to use said tactics to achieve some degree of accomplishment.
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While this act of violence may not be something I will share the next time I speak at church, I feel comfortable sharing with you readers the dark side of my now-revealed behavior. Excuse me, there goes another damn fly. Time to get more two-ply and start singing, “You don't own me.” To read past columns of On Track in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www.whidbeyweekly.com.
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Bits & Pieces We send the name, gender and child’s wishlist to local community & business members who want to sponsor a child or family. Gifts are purchased, wrapped and labeled, collected by volunteers and then distributed to the children at a Christmas party hosted at the Church of Christ. We have been truly blessed that the Oak Harbor Church of Christ has opened their home to us for the past 9 years.
Letters to the Editor Editor, Whidbey’s Hope for Christmas Imagine for a moment that you are a child in need and you wake up on Christmas morning with very little to celebrate. Some of the kids in our community are hoping to have just a little something ... anything at all... for Christmas. Although it’s not about the presents, it’s the time when we create some of our most precious memories with family and friends. We have no idea what these families may be going through. For at least one day these children will have the comfort of knowing that someone they never even met thought about them. How does it feel to not have enough money to pay for rent, food or keep the utilities on for one more day? It’s difficult to imagine not having the basics on a daily basis, let alone during the holidays. These are every day thoughts for many in our community, which is why “Whidbey’s Hope for Christmas” (WHFC) is happy to be continuing our Christmas program supporting families on Whidbey Island and providing special Christmas memories for local children in our community.
We truly value living in such a giving and supportive community and are thankful for any help we receive each year. If you or your business would like to participate, simply email whidbeyshope4christmas@gmail.com If you would prefer to make a cash donation instead of, or in addition to participating as a sponsor, checks for any amount are welcome and appreciated. Please make checks payable to: “Whidbey’s Hope for Christmas” or “WHFC” and mail to P.O. Box 1462 Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions regarding our Christmas Program. Rose Freitas & Cheri English WHFC Chairs
Ferry Suquamish to Serve Mukilteo/Clinton Route During Busiest Seasons
nance relief boat for both the Super class and other Olympic class ferries. “Construction of the Suquamish is well underway at Vigor’s Harbor Island Shipyard in Seattle,” said Lynne Griffith, WSDOT assistant secretary, ferries division. “We based the decision to place the Suquamish on the Mukilteo/ Clinton run on a variety of factors including capacity, maintenance, operating costs and ridership numbers. We think the best use of our newest ferry is serving a busy route during peak seasons and providing relief for other vessels during the slower winter months.” The Mukilteo/Clinton route carries the most vehicles of any route in the system: more than 2.2 million in 2015. The route is typically served by a 144-car Olympic Class ferry and a 124-car Issaquah class ferry. The Suquamish will bring much-needed additional vehicle capacity during the route’s busiest season. WSF is the largest ferry system in the United States, safely moving people and goods through the most majestic scenery in the world. [Submitted by Nicola Zanchi, WSDOT]
The Giving Tree Lights up South Whidbey Island as a Holiday Fundraiser for Local Charities
144-vehicle ferry on schedule to enter service Beginning in May 2019, the newest Washington State ferry, Suquamish (soo-KWAH-mish), will make its summer home on the Mukilteo/ Clinton route. Suquamish, the fourth Olympic class vessel in the Washington State Ferries fleet, will run on the Mukilteo/Clinton route from mid-May until mid-October, when ferry travel is at its peak. The rest of the year, it will serve as a mainte-
Members of Girl Scout Troop #43514 with Tisa Seely, Volunteer/ Outreach Coordinator with WAIF, and Jenny Staats, troop leader. The troop designed and made all of the ornaments for both WAIF and the Whidbey Children’s Theater. Photo courtesy of Goosefoot
In its thirteenth year, The Giving Tree is decorated with handcrafted ornaments made by
the staff and volunteers of non-profit organizations located on Whidbey Island. The Giving Tree is on display through December at two locations: The Bayview Cash Store, located at 5603 Bayview Road, and the Island Athletic Club (IAC), located at 5522 Freeland Avenue in Freeland. The Giving Tree is sponsored by Goosefoot, a non-profit organization that brings neighbors together to build a sense of place and community, to preserve rural traditions, to enhance local commerce and to help create a healthy, sustainable future for South Whidbey Island.
Local groups representing all of Whidbey Island and working on issues ranging from family support services to resources for animals, food assistance to end-of-life care, are represented on the Giving Tree each year. A suggested minimum donation is set by each organization and all proceeds from the purchase of ornaments go back to the organization. Information on each charity is available to take away. After choosing their ornaments, Cash Store visitors may take them to either of four shops—Side Market, Salon Bella, Bloom’s Taste for Wine, or the Taproom—for purchase. At the IAC, the front desk will be handling ornament purchases. Please bring cash or checks as credit/debit cards won’t work for these sales. Prices range from $5 to $25 per ornament. The ornaments make wonderful gifts, stocking stuffers, and are perfect items for clients, employees, or gift exchanges events. This year, 15 local organizations are participating: Baby Island Saratoga Club, Enso House Hospice, Equine Crossings, Friends of Friends, Giraffe Project, Good Cheer, Kids First—Island County, Northwest Language and Cultural Center, Orca Network, Readiness to Learn, Ryan’s House, South Whidbey Children’s Center, South Whidbey Tilth, WAIF, Whidbey Children’s Theater, and Whidbey Island Nourishes (WIN). Please call (360) 321-4145 for further information. The Giving Tree will be on display through BITS & PIECES
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WHIDBEY ISLAND, A LANDSCAPE WELL-SUITED FOR NATIVE PLANT KNOWLEDGE “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.” This old adage illustrates the importance of knowledge and skill acquisition. Let’s extend that thought, for a moment, beyond fish and apply it to native plants on Whidbey Island. Our island is part of one of the most distinctive and fascinating ecosystems on earth – the north Pacific coast of North America. Native plants are better adapted to this region and form the foundation of long term health and vitality for all species that reside within each ecosystem. Why might one consider learning about native plants? To know what native plants exist here helps us to better understand ourselves and our connections to our landscapes. To understand how these native plants preserve biodiversity and how they can also meet your needs as a homeowner – be it in your garden, as a hedge, or as slope stabilizers or runoff reducers in your landscape – is knowledge which will feed you for a lifetime. Through my work as an educator, I’ve had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of students in a variety of Pacific Northwest ecosystems over the past ten years – prairies, wetlands, alpine, forests, lakes, marine environments, and agricultural lands. Some of the most highly productive ecosystems on earth can be found here. As a fifth generation Whidbey Islander, I’ve noticed a unique and intriguing trend arising on Whidbey – the desire among people to connect more with and learn about native plants. “What plant is this? How can I use it for that?” There is an increasing desire to cultivate an individual’s “sense of place,” to learn more about what’s around them and understand how it all connects. Exciting news!
kling of inquiry, and a bit of humility. It takes time and patience to learn, and the ability to reach out and ask questions. But knowledge will come! The greatest beauty is in learning how to “fish,” right? Consider the following seven tips an introduction to what took me a decade to learn and succinctly articulate. A mini-version, soto-speak, of the old adage: “. . . teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.” Seven Tips Toward Native Plant Knowledge on Whidbey Island Tune In – I encourage you to stop what it is you’re doing, right now, and look up. Where are you? If you can, go outside for a moment and locate a patch of plants in your yard, or park, or wherever they may appear. Engage all your senses. What do I see and smell? What do I hear and feel? What might I taste if I knew what plants here were safe and edible for my consumption? Notice plant patterns in your landscape. Record what you see. Create a toolkit to help expand your learning – field journal, pencil, and camera are great starters. Seek Mentors – Native plant field guides, classes, and online groups abound in our region. Compare and contrast and find what you like. There are businesses and organizations whose staff can be mentors to you if you reach out and ask. Start with the island’s
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nurseries and landscaping experts, or call up organizations like the Whidbey Island Conservation District, Native Plant Stewards, Whidbey Camano Land Trust, Pacific Rim Institute of Environmental Studies, or WSU Extension Master Gardeners Program. They most surely will share additional resources with you. Depending on what angle you’re leaning toward in your native plant learning endeavors, your local library can help you find the best books. Two favorites of mine are Plants of the Pacific Northwest Coast: Washington, Oregon, British Columbia & Alaska by Jim Pojar and Andrew MacKinnon and The Natural History of Puget Sound Country by Arthur R. Kruckeberg. Pick a Place – Now that you’ve increased your awareness and have some resources to guide you, pick a place to start applying your knowledge. Root yourself in a geographical area that is significant to you. Perhaps it’s your backyard or garden, or a public park, or a specific watershed. Maybe it’s a trail you travel often with your friends, or a particular patch of green tucked in the most unlikely of places. With book in hand, and mentors to call, find out your area’s history and current land use. Ask yourself these questions: How was your area formed? How has land use changed over time? What plants currently thrive, or are at risk? How do plant communities change with the seasons? Create and Experiment – You’ve got a few species memorized, and a whole lot more questions now. Try practicing some creativity and incorporate native plants into your landscapes at home. With help from your mentors, it’s likely you can identify in just a few minutes what native species already exist. I encourage you to keep those plants there, and enhance them! Perhaps the unruly, unkempt aesthetic is not your style? No worries! Trim plants back a bit and experiment by adding some new native plant species based on your site’s conditions. What native plants are already here? Is the area I’d like to plant dry, moist, well-drained, steep or gradual sloped, in full sun or partial or full shade? These are some questions to consider. Native plants are more resilient to
Perhaps you’re already a native plant enthusiast who thirsts for more knowledge or someone new to the world of plants and not sure where to start. Maybe you’re a gardener, whose intent is to find something beautiful but easier to establish and maintain, which can save you money. Maybe you’re a homeowner looking to build a hedge for wind or noise protection. Maybe you want to increase habitat for wildlife and pollinators on your land. To understand native plants, you must first have a dash of awe, a sprin-
establishing themselves in our region and are overall easier to maintain than their nonnative counterparts. Visit the USDA PLANTS Database at http://plants.usda.gov/java/ for extensive resources about plants and their planting requirements. Find Balance – Be sure to practice patience with yourself as you learn. It takes time and if you’ve gone through tips 1-4 in full already, you’re well on your way to finding balance. When in doubt, find out by reaching out. It’s okay to keep asking questions! Share and Support – A real teacher knows they will always be a student to some extent. Learn more by sharing your knowledge with others. You can make big impacts in small ways by sharing your stories with others, and learn more yourself through conversation. Stay Open – Remember, it takes practice and patience to cultivate a connection with native plants. Keep your mind open to the possibilities. Start with just one goal, seek out one book, one mentor, and pick one place to start your search for knowledge. Before you know it, you’ll be the one people come to for lessons about “how to fish.” Now, it’s your turn to get started! At the Whidbey Island Conservation District, we are local professionals invested in the island community who understand a wide range of natural resource conservation topics and we are here to provide non-regulatory, free, boots-on-the-ground technical assistance and education to Whidbey Island’s residents, landowners, and organizations. We get a lot of questions about native plants and are happy to help you. Our 2017 Annual Native Bare Root Plant Pre-Sale is underway now through January 31, 2017. Chose from 28 species of native conifer and deciduous trees, shrubs and ground covers by ordering online. A link to our online storefront can be found at www.whidbeycd.org or you can call us at (888) 678-4922. We’re offering three free workshops focused on native plant topics in January. The workshops will be held Sat., Jan. 14, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Coupeville Library in Coupeville; Sat., Jan. 14, 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. at Bayview Farm and Garden in Langley; Sat., Jan. 21, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Hummingbird Farm Nursery and Gardens in Oak Harbor. We hope to see you there!
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Join in the Community Christmas Sing-Along Everyone is invited to the second annual North Whidbey community Christmas sing-along on Wednesday, December 14 from 5:30pm to 8:00pm in Miller Hall at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, located at 555 Southeast Regatta Drive in Oak Harbor. To celebrate the Christmas season, raise your voices in secular holiday classics such as “Jingle Bells” and “Deck the Halls” followed by beloved Christmas carols from “Silent Night” to “Joy to the World.” No great singing talent is required – just a warm Yuletide spirit. Lyrics and piano accompaniment will be provided, and children are welcome. Please bring a favorite Christmas treat (cookies, finger foods, appetizers, etc.) to share. Beverages will be provided. At the sing-along, gifts for the less fortunate in the community will also be accepted. As you are able, please bring new socks, mittens or gloves to be donated to those served by the Spin Café in Oak Harbor.
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Griffith intends to move to the East Coast to be closer to her sister, two sons and four grandsons. [Submitted by Brian Mannion, WSF Communications] The Island County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants to fill a seat on the Coupeville Ferry Committee that runs through August 31, 2018.
Sign-ups are now being taken for the 2016-17 Youth League with South Whidbey Parks and Recreation District. Local kids have great opportunities to play in a basketball league this winter. Boys and girls in grades 1-6 can turn out for the local Parks & Rec basketball league. The league is a fun way to learn and enjoy this awesome game; it offers a great first experience or a chance to refine your skills. The league provides a chance to play in a positive learning environment. All participants will be placed on a team and get to play at least 2 quarters of every game. Fee is $80. Registration deadline for the local league: January 1. Limited need-based scholarships are available, please apply by December 16. Volunteers are needed to coach or help assist in the operation of the league. SWPRD also needs team sponsors, local businesses who support youth athletics and help defray the cost of the league. For registration information and answers to frequently asked questions, visit www.swparks.org or contact South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District at (360) 221-6788. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be a part of a team! [Submitted by Carrie Monforte, SWPRD]
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Griffith postponed retirement to serve as assistant secretary just over two years ago. “I had no idea how much I would come to love the work and the amazing people who make sure thousands of passengers reach their destinations safely every day.” Griffith told employees, “I am incredibly proud to have been your shipmate and will continue to feel a sense of pride whenever I see one of our vessels sailing the Sound. I hope you share that feeling with me. You have much to be proud of.”
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WSDOT Secretary of Transportation Roger Millar echoed the governor and said, “The ferries division has made real progress in coming together as an organization. We are on the right course, going in the right direction thanks to Lynne, her management team, and the employees who make sure we sail safely each and every day.”
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“Lynne has brought profound change to an organization which is a treasured icon of our great state of Washington,” said Governor Jay Inslee. “Her dedication is an inspiration to the hard-working people of Washington State Ferries, and she has my heartfelt thanks for a job well done. I hope she enjoys a muchdeserved retirement,” Inslee added.
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Lynne Griffith joined the Washington State Department of Transportation as assistant secretary for the ferries division in September 2014. Monday, she announced that she will retire from public service at the end of January. Ferries division Chief of Staff Elizabeth Kosa, who has served alongside Griffith, will act as Washington State Ferries’ leader while the department finalizes its next steps. During Griffith’s time at the helm of the nation’s largest ferry system, missed sailings due to lack of crew dropped nearly 70 percent over the previous 26-month period. She also secured funding for a fourth 144 car Olympic Class ferry, the Suquamish, and built a new
The Board of County Commissioners appoints Ferry Advisory Committee members for 4 year terms, which may be renewed by mutual agreement. The Ferry Advisory Committee consists of six members, three for the Clinton Ferry Terminal and three for the Coupeville Ferry Terminal. By RCW, no more than two members, at the time of their appointment, may be of the same major political party and your party affiliation must be included in your application materials. The Ferry Advisory Committee meets as needed to discuss the concerns of the ferry user groups and relay that information to lawmakers in Olympia. Service on the Ferry Advisory Committee is without fee or compensation. Interested individuals should provide a letter of interest and statement of qualifications by mail, email or fax to: Island County Board of Commissioners, Attn: Pam Dill, Re: Ferry Advisory Committee Vacancy, Post Office Box 5000, Coupeville, WA 98239. The fax number is (360) 679-7381 and email applications should be sent to pamd@co.island.wa.us Application materials should be received no later than 4:30pm on Tuesday, January 3, 2017. For additional information please phone (360) 679-7353 or e-mail Pam Dill at the above address. Applicants must reside within the area they are representing. [Submitted by Pam Dill]
Local Business News Captain Whidbey Offers 400th Issue Special In celebration of Whidbey Weekly’s 400th issue Captain Whidbey Inn offers our local friends 30% off all food, wine & rooms through December 24. Just bring in proof of your Island residence. Located at 2072 West Captain Whidbey Inn Road. For more information, call (360) 678-4097 or email info@ captainwhidbey.com
Freeland Habitat Now Open Seven Days The Freeland Habitat of Humanity Store has new hours. Now open Monday through Saturday, 10:00am to 5:00pm and Sunday, 11:00am to 4:00pm. Come see the great selection of furniture, appliances and building supplies. Consider donating your gently used items and they will pick up for free! Call (360) 331-6272 or visit the Freeland Habitat for Humanity Store at 1592 Main Street.
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Christmas at the Playhouse Thursdays, December 8, 15, 7:30pm Fridays, December 9, 16, 7:30pm Saturdays, December 10, 17, 7:30pm Sundays, December 11, 18, 2:30pm Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor Whidbey Island’s most talented artists will sing, dance and just perform for your holiday pleasure. It’ll be a great time; funny, heartwarming and memory-making. It’s a Christmas Gift for the whole family! To reserve a seat, call (360) 679-2237, drop by theater at 730 Midway Blvd, or purchase tickets on-line at www.whidbeyplayhouse.com
Live Music: Erik Christensen Band Friday, December 9, 7:00pm-10:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville Erik Christensen plays lead guitar, writes songs, and sings. When he’s not rocking with Jacobs Road or his own acoustic band, he acts as the English Department Chair of Oak Harbor High School. No cover. For more information, call (360) 678-5747 or visit www.penncovebrewing.com
The Thanks Given’er Saturday, December 10, 8:00am Sunday, December 11, 8:00am Ft. Nugent Park, Oak Harbor WSBA, Washington State Championship and Cascade Cross Series brought to you by Whidbey Island Cycling Club. Registration is $35 on day of event, free kids race. Races begin at 9:00am. Preregister for $30 at bikereg.com. Two days of cyclo-cross races, including kids’ course, food (Flyers Restaurant & Brewery.) CascadeCross.com
Holiday Market at Bayview Hall Saturdays, December 10, 17, 10:00am-2:00pm Bayview Corner, Langley Local farm fresh food, breads and pastries, coffee, mead, and beautiful hand made art. Celebrating the community together during the Holidays. Shop local this season. The market will be accepting warm coats, hats and gloves for “Kids First of Island County.” Help keep a child warm this winter. Bayviewfarmersmarket.com
Eagles Holiday Bazaar Saturday, December 10, 10:00am-4:00pm Eagles Aerie 3418, Freeland Candy & Cookies & Cakes, oh my. Fresh baked goods, warm winter knits, jewelry, glass art, beadwork and more. Free candy cane & raffle ticket at the door for surprise drawings! Located at 16691 Highway 525. For more information, call (360) 321-5636.
Holiday Market on Pioneer Saturdays, December 10, 17, 10:00am-5:00pm Sunday, December 11, 18, 10:00am-5:00pm 749 SE Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor You’ll find arts, crafts, food and more. Special appearances from Santa on Saturday from 2:00pm-4:00pm. Sponsored by Oak Harbor Main Street.
Peter and the Wolf - A Saratoga Orchestra Free Family Holiday Concert Saturday, December 10, 11:00am Coupeville High School Commons Saturday, December 10, 3:00pm Island Church of Whidbey, Langley Saratoga Orchestra of Whidbey Island presents a family friendly musical event featuring an Instrument Petting Zoo (IPZ) beginning one hour prior to each performance of the timeless classic, “Peter and the Wolf.” For more infor-
mation, visit www.sowhidbey.com or call (360) 929-3045.
WAIF Holiday Open House & Pet Photos Saturday, December 10, 12:00pm-3:00pm Coupeville Shelter, 60 Rhododendron Park Rd. Join WAIF for a Holiday Open House with treats and refreshments for pets and people! Pets can also get their pictures taken with Santa Claws for only $5! Proceeds will go to benefit WAIF’s shelter animals. Please bring pets on leashes or in carriers. For more information, call (360) 678-8901.
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Instant Christmas Band Monday, December 12, 7:00pm Click Music, Oak Harbor Get together and play band arrangements of Christmas music. Free and open to all ages. Join to play, eat cookies, and have a great time. Please bring a music stand if you have one. For more information, call (360) 675-5544. Click Music is located at 1130 NE 7th Ave.
Saturday, December 10, 1:00pm-3:00pm Hummingbird Farm, Oak Harbor
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Hummingbird Farm Nursery and Gardens is hosting their annual “Caroling for Our Community,” to raise funds for Ryan’s House for Youth - a homegrown youth outreach program built on community involvement, volunteer participation, and local donations and support. Stop by, sing a few songs, learn about Ryan’s House, and give a freewill donation. Experienced musicians, strolling minstrels, carolers in costumes, school choirs, and community chorus members are welcome to join in with holiday spirit and song. Contact: lori@hummingbirdfarmnursery.com or text/ VM (360) 941-7470 to volunteer your time or musical talents.
Wednesday, December 14, 2:00pm Island County Museum, Coupeville
The Nutcracker Saturday, December 10, 2:00pm & 7:00pm Sunday, December 11, 2:00pm Oak Harbor High School Auditorium The Ballet Slipper Conservatory Nutcracker features more than 34 student dancers aged 6 to adult, in such roles of adorable mice, soldiers, flowers and sweets. Tickets are available for purchase at Toppins in Oak Harbor. Adults $15; Seniors (60+) $10; Child (up to 18) $10. Any unsold tickets will be available for purchase at the door. For more information, please contact (360) 929-5828.
Live Music: JP Falcon Saturday, December 10, 7:00pm-10:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville An acoustic guitarist, singer, songwriter and a proud member of the Blackfeet Nation, JP Falcon Grady performs originals and covers all over the Northwest, Montana and Hawaii as both a solo artist and with his band “JP Falcon Band”. No cover. For more information, call (360) 678-5747 or visit www.penncovebrewing.com
An Advent Christmas Concert Saturday, December 10, 7:00pm Langley United Methodist Church Donations accepted at the door Chancel Choir presents Child of Wonder, Songs of Joy. Directed by Karen Calhoun. Featuring: Instrumentalists Gloria Ferry-Brennan, Kathy Fox, and Talia Toni Marcus; Langley UMC Tone Chime Choir; Vocal Soloist, Suzi Stonebridge; Narrator, Pastor Mary Boyd. Langley UMC is a greening, advocating, and reconciling congregation on the corner of Third St. and Anthes Ave. For more information, visit langleyumc.org or call (360) 221-4233.
Santa at the Taproom Sunday, December 11, 4:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville Santa will be at the Taproom for family pictures. For more information, call (360) 678-5747 or visit www.penncovebrewing.com
WhidbeyHealth Job Fair Monday, December 12, 10:00am-12:00pm & 1:00pm-3:00pm WhidbeyHealth Medical Center Conference Room B Meet with WhidbeyHealth Hiring Managers. Positions available include: Registered Nurse,
“Recollections of Early Days on Whidbey Island” by Flora Augusta Pearson Engle has been re-edited, historic photos added, and professionally bound! Original Publisher and Flora’s Great Granddaughter, Joanne Engle Brown will be on hand to sign copies of her newly republished book – just in time for Christmas.
Community Dance with Krash Zen Wednesday, December 14, 6:00pm-8:00pm Bayview Hall, Langley These indoor dances are free to attend, and beer and wine will be available for purchase. Goosefoot Community Fund and Bayview Community Hall co-sponsor the winter community dances. For more information, call (360) 321-4145, email info@goosefoot.org, or visit www.goosefoot.org.
Holiday Concert Wednesday, December 14, 7:00pm Oak Harbor High School SUB Tickets: $3 at door Presented by the Oak Harbor High School Choirs, Directed by Darren McCo, and supported by OHMY Boosters. General Seating begins at 6:30pm. For more information, visit https://sites.google.com/site/oakharborchoirs/
Jazzy Holiday Party! Friday, December 16, 6:00pm-9:00pm Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, 155 NE Ernst St. Celebrate with something completely different -- New Orleans food, live Jazz, a little bit dressy, and dancing! Entertainment will feature Valetta Faye singing with the CNATTU Just-N-Tyme Band. Shake off the blues, enjoy some traditional holiday spirit with friends and neighbors, and get lucky with the mini-raffle. Tickets are $40 at the door, or RSVP and buy on line for a discount. For details, visit www. WhidbeyIslandDemocrats.org/HolidayGathering2016 or call (360) 678-6788. Sponsored by the Whidbey Island Democratic Club.
Sweet Mona’s Holiday Open House & Santa Saturday, December 17, 2:00pm-5:00pm Sweet Mona’s, Langley Sweet Mona’s will be offering free hot chocolate and a chocolate gift from Santa. Bring your camera for pictures with Santa! Located at 221 2nd Street, Suite 16. For more information, call (360) 221-2728.
Sing We Now of Christmas! Sunday, December 18, 7:00pm Langley United Methodist Church Suggested Donation: $20 Adult, $5 Youth A celebration of the season featuring the Island Consort Singers, conducted by Dr. Diane Vars, with music by Monteverdi, Schütz, Bach, Rodrigo, Costeley, Handel, Corelli, Mendelssohn and more! Along with: Fumi Tagata, Soprano; Troy Chapman, Guitar; Robert Kelly, Guitar; Sue Baer, Violin; Frances Kenney, Oboe; Brian Kenney, Violin; JingJing Tsong, Cello; Sheila Weidendorf, Harpsichord & Organ. For
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Lions Christmas Tree Sales Open daily until sold out, 10:00am-7:00pm The Oak Harbor Lions Club will be selling Christmas trees at the lot next to the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce, 32630 SR 20. They have Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir, Nordman and Grand Fir this year! Prices are the same as last year and range in height from 3ft- 9ft.
VFW Sunday Breakfast Every Sunday, 9:00am-1:00pm VFW Post 7392, 3037 Goldie Rd, Oak Harbor Breakfast includes eggs, omelets, French toast, pancakes, hash browns, fruit selection, coffee, tea and so much more. For more information, call (360) 675-4048.
Oak Harbor Winter Market Saturdays, thru December 24, 10:00am-3:00pm Hummingbird Farm Nursery & Gardens, Oak Harbor Celebrating local this holiday season. Featuring handmade crafts, original artwork, fresh baked treats, holiday gifts for all, hot food & beverages, musical entertainment & kids’ korner. Hummingbird Farm is located at 2319 Zylstra Road. For more information, call (360) 941-7470 or email lori@hummingbirdfarmnursery.com
Star Party Friday, December 30, begins at dark Fort Nugent Park, Oak Harbor Explore the night sky and view distant galaxies, planets and nebulas at this free public Star Party hosted by the Island County Astronomical Society (ICAS). No telescope is needed and people of all ages are welcome to attend. Be sure and dress warmly and note that the event will be canceled if the weather is cloudy. For more information, contact Bob Scott at re.bob. scott@hotmail.com, or visit www.icas-wa.org.
Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events See schedule below Cost: Free Lit for Fun Book Discussion Group Thursday, December 8, 9:00am-11:00am Freeland Library Join a discussion of Jane Austen’s “Persuasion.” First published in 1818, Persuasion was Jane Austen’s last work. Its mellow character and autumnal tone have long made it a favorite with Austen readers. For adults. Brain Training: Math for Fun and Glory Friday, December 9, 1:00pm-2:00pm Coupeville Library Challenge a friend to a game such as Chocolate Fix, Mancala, or Mastermind, or try individual challenges like Tangrams, Sudoku and logic puzzles. Hour of Code II Saturday, December 10, 10:00am-11:30am Freeland Library Learn basic computer science with our suite courses for all ages (even kindergarten). Lessons blend game-like tutorials with short video lectures with Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, Angry Birds and more. Learn repeatloops, conditionals, algorithms, functions, and variables. A limited number of laptop computer are available, please preregister to reserve a computer. Write Now: Creating Compelling Characters & Settings in Fiction Saturday, December 10, 10:00am-1:00pm Clinton Community Hall, 6711 S. Central Ave. We all know a vivid fictional character when we encounter one, but where do they come from? How can setting become a living, breathing part of the story? This class will explore the limitless possibilities of character and setting and will get you onto the path toward creating your own memorable fiction. Call the Clinton Library (360) 341-4280 to preregister. Baby and Toddler Stay and Play Tuesdays, December 13, 20, 27, 10:00am-11:00am Freeland Library
Under their parent’s supervision, babies and toddlers can socialize and play with the library’s educational toys. This informal, drop-in
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lovers. This month’s book/movie is “Meet Me In St. Louis” by Sally Benson.
WorkSource Orientation Wednesday, December 14, 9:30am-11:00am Freeland Library
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An overview of the services available at your local WorkSource office to assist with all phases of the job search. You will be introduced to an array of employment and training services and to WorkSourceWA.com, your premier online resource to look for work in Washington. This information is appropriate for any job seeker to assist with your specific needs. Clinton Book Group Wednesday, December 14, 10:00am-11:00am Clinton Library Everyone is welcome to join our discussion of “The Boston Girl” by Anita Diamant, “a wonderful portrait of a woman who both expresses and helps create the definition of modern woman.” Next month’s selection is “Reconstructing Amelia” by Kimberly McCreight. Books are available to check out a month prior to the discussion at the Clinton Library. WorkSource: Search Smart Wednesday, December 14, 1:30pm-4:00pm Freeland Library Finding out about employers in your area and creating a strategy to target your job search is the key to success. In the Job-Search Strategies class, you will learn a variety of job-search methods! This class provides tips on the value of labor-market information and introduces other strategies like networking, informational interviews and using the Internet to locate job openings. Books2Movies Friday, December 16, 2:00pm-4:30pm Freeland Library This group will focus on books that were made into movies. Read/Listen to the book, then join us for the movie and a lively talk on the third Friday of each month. Enjoy coffee/tea, candy and popcorn, and meet with fellow book
Prayer Group Every Tuesday, 4:00pm-5:30pm St. Hubert Catholic Church, Langley Charismatic Prayer and Praise group. Everyone welcome. For more information, call Bill at (360) 221-8174.
Filipino Christian Fellowship Sundays, 2:00pm Meets at Church on the Rock, 1780 SE 4th Ave., Oak Harbor. www.ohcfellowship.com
Healing Rooms Every Thursday, 6:30pm-8:30pm 5200 Honeymoon Bay Road, Freeland The Healing Rooms are open to anyone desiring personal prayer for physical, emotional, or spiritual needs. There is a team of Christians from several local churches that are dedicated to praying for healing the sick in our community. All ministry is private, confidential, and free. Teams are available to pray for individuals who drop by on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more information, contact Ann at (425)263-2704, email healingwhidbey.com, or visit the International Association of Healing Rooms at healingrooms.com.
Teaching Through God’s Word Sundays, 9:00am & 11:00am Calvary Chapel, 3821 French Road, Clinton For more information, visit ccwhidbey.com.
Unitarian Universalist Sunday Service Sundays, 10:00am Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Freeland All are welcome. Values-based children’s religious exploration classes and childcare will be provided. Visit www.uucwi.org for more information. The Unitarian Universalist Congregation building is located at 20103 Highway 525, two miles north of Freeland.
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Unity of Whidbey Sundays, 10:00am 5671 Crawford Road, Langley If you’re one of the “spiritual but not religious” people who questions your childhood faith or is looking for something more, Unity of Whidbey may feel like a homecoming. Visit our website: unityofwhidbeyisland.org
Whidbey Quakers Sundays, 4:00pm-5:00pm Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Freeland Whidbey Islands Friends Meeting (also known as Quakers) meet in silent worship and community, with occasional spoken messages, every Sunday at the Unitarian Universalist building. For more information, contact Tom Ewell at tewell@whidbey.com or go to www. whidbeyquakers.org.
First Church of Christ, Scientist Worship, 10:00am Sunday School to age 20, 10:00am Wednesday Testimony Meeting, 7:30pm Christian Science Reading Room Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 11:00am-3:00pm Wednesday 3:00pm-7:00pm The church and Reading Room are located at 721 SW 20th Court at Scenic Heights Street, Oak Harbor. Call (360)675-0621 or visit JSH-Online.com Services and Sunday School are also held at 10:30am on South Whidbey at 15910 Highway 525, just north of Bayview and across fromUseless Bay Road; testimony meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm
Greenbank Progressive Club Holiday Potluck Dinner Thursday, December 8, 6:00pm Bakken & Firehouse Roads Clubhouse, Greenbank Meet and greet will begin at 6:00pm with dinner at 6:30pm. Bring side dishes to go along with turkey and ham which will be furnished. Carl Olsen and friends will be entertaining the club with holiday carols. The quartet will be singing old carols and new favorites. For more information, please call (360) 678-5562. For rental of the Greenbank Hall, please call (360) 678-4813.
Friends of South Whidbey State Park (FOSWSP) Annual Meeting Thursday, December 8, 7:00pm-8:00pm Freeland Library FOSWSP will highlight achievements from the past year and talk about suggestions for the coming year. They will also elect interim board members for the remainder of the 2016-2017 season. For more information, email foswsp@ gmail.com
Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) Sunday, December 11, 7:00pm-8:00pm Trinity Lutheran Church Annex, Freeland SLAA is a 12-step fellowship for those who wish to stop living out a pattern of sex and love addiction. We offer relief for both those who suffer from a compulsive need for sex, and those with relationship-related compulsivity. We provide an environment free from WHAT'S GOING ON
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Michael Stadler/Courtesy of Whidbey Island Dance Theatre There will be some beautiful snowflakes dancing across the stage during the 24th annual Whidbey Island Dance Theatre production of the holiday classic "The Nutcracker," which opens Friday, Dec. 9 at the performing arts center at South Whidbey High School in Langley.
By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly It has been a holiday tradition on Whidbey Island for nearly a quarter of a century, and this year’s production of “The Nutcracker” is sure to dance its way into everyone’s hearts. The 24th annual Whidbey Island Dance Theatre production of “The Nutcracker” opens Friday, Dec. 9 and continues through Dec. 18 at the South Whidbey High School performing arts center in Langley. Whether it’s your first time or your 24th, audiences will find something exciting about the production. “You’d think after so many years one would get tired of it but you don't,” said WIDT assistant artistic director Brittany Falso. “Every year when “Nutcracker” season begins, it sparks that something inside of you that reminds you of your favorite memory.” “We like to add new sets, props and costumes,” said Charlene Brown, WIDT artistic director. “We add new characters or change the way they look depending on the dancer dancing in the role. This year we have a Rat Queen en pointe instead of the traditional Rat King.” Michael Stadler/Courtesy of Whidbey Island Dance Theatre The Nutcracker takes on the Rat Queen, played by Skyy Lippo, in the 2016 production of “The Nutcracker,” which opens Friday, Dec. 9 at the South Whidbey High School performing arts center.
Of course, it can’t be a Whidbey Island production without a few twists to the classic ballet. Audience members will be transported as they follow Clara and the Nutcracker Prince through an underwater world, an enchanted forest and more. The two encounter
mermaids, dancing flowers, a Forest King and a Faerie Queen and many more memorable characters. There are 80 cast members that take part in the production. Company dancers begin rehearsing in September and cast members from the community begin rehearsals in October. It is a true community production, but don’t let that fool you – the quality is superb. “We always receive great feedback from our community about how well our dancers perform and the level of technique and artistry they have,” said Brown. “The dancers in the Whidbey Island Dance Theatre Company devote six days a week to their dance training and have the opportunity to train with experienced teachers and choreographers. These girls sacrifice so much to do this and we appreciate the hard work they dedicate to us.” “Not to say the process doesn't get stressful or exhausting at points, it does,” said Falso. “But the hard work always pays off and all the puzzle pieces always come together.” “This is the highlight of their year,” Brown said of the dancers. “We spend more time on this production than anything else we do. Everyone is so invested and works so hard on their roles.”
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Whidbey Weekly celebrates 400th issue
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It is a momentous occasion worth sharing: Whidbey Weekly is proud to say this is the 400th issue since publisher Eric Marshall took the reigns in 2009. What began as the South Whidbey Marketplace and Community Journal by Christopher Adams became the Whidbey Marketplace and Community Journal. It was direct-mailed throughout Whidbey Island bi-weekly. Marshall began working for that publication in 2006 as an independent marketing representative. By 2009, newspapers were already dealing with dwindling readership and shrinking circulation due to the rapid growth in online news access. Then came the recession. It was a tough time to be in the newspaper business. But Marshall had a vision.
“I saw a need for something other than what was already here on the island, an independent voice that offered businesses affordable advertising,” Marshall said. “I knew the foundation was there and I felt with some new ideas and new energy it could be a viable business.” One of the first changes Marshall made was to make the paper a weekly publication and he also changed the name to Whidbey Marketplace and News. He discontinued direct-mail distribution and instead found distribution locations across the island. He added new content and columns to the paper and continued to refine his product. In 2013, he changed the name to the Whidbey Weekly. “I felt like we had made the transition. People knew who we were,” he said. “I wanted some-
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The evolution of the "Whidbey Weekly" (rom left to right): "Whidbey Marketplace and Community Journal" cover from December 13, 2008; "Whidbey Marketplace & News" cover from December 23, 2010; and "Whidbey Weekly" cover from December 1, 2016.
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Teaching cultural diversity is a gift for a lifetime By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly We have all heard the expression “today’s children are tomorrow’s leaders,” or some variation thereof. The Northwest Language and Cultural Center in Langley is taking that to heart and is aiming to give Whidbey Island children a better global perspective through understanding other cultures. The center started a Global Cultures Program at South Whidbey Middle School in 2014. The program expanded this year to kindergarten students in the district and the second session will get underway in the new year. “These future leaders need to be able to work at a higher understanding and have a bigger view than any one isolated corner of world can give you, no matter how wonderful it is,” said Josette Hendrix, executive director and founder of NW Language and Cultural Center. “We are part of a bigger world, so we try to connect local to global and nurture an intercultural understanding, so we can live and work locally but be in collaboration with the world.” The program contains age-appropriate lessons that are meant to educate and engage. Activities could range from playing an outdoor game in Japanese to cooking together with someone from another culture to experience different ways of preparing food. “They love it,” said Hendrix. “In terms of the kindergartners, we really tailor the curriculum to fit their age.” The kindergarten program is broken up into four, four-week blocks, so children learn about one culture for four consecutive weeks. Kids come to the center one day each week. They are divided into groups of 12 to 15 students and then spend the day moving from one station to another, until they’ve had a chance to see each. “They might go to a story station, or an aikido (traditional Japanese martial arts) station, or they might go to an art station,” Hendrix described. “Parents tell us the kids are asking them when they get to go to Japan again, or asking to play
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360-321-2101 Reservations highly recommended “that game.” Or they’re using some of the words they heard, referring back to the story.” Carol Heywood, who helped facilitate the first GCP sessions at the center said she has always been enthusiastic about the program, but is even more convinced of its potential since participating. “Now that I have personally participated and seen the joy and engagement with which the students take part in the activities we organized, I am completely convinced that this type of early exposure to cultural diversity can have very positive and important results,” said Heywood. “As the children have the opportunity to personally experience cultural and racial differences, and understand that there are many valid ways of living life, they will be better prepared to engage with tolerance and creativity, instead of fear and defensiveness.” The middle school program is a little more immersive, said Hendrix. The format is changing slightly this year because of changes in the school day schedule, so instead of spending a full week on one culture, GCP facilitators will spend a full week in one classroom. “ We will be in Mrs. Malone’s health and wellness class next, teaching healthy eating in a couple of different cultures,” Hendrix said. “They will be preparing food, learning how it grows, the qualities of that way and how it relates to that culture.” Plans include eventually expanding the GCP to all elementary school grades, as funding allows. NWLACC is a nonprofit organization, and
Photo courtesy of NW Language and Cultural Center Students learn about all aspects of Japanese life, including traditional dress, when they participate in the Global Cultures Program offered to Langley Middle School students and now kindergarten students. Japan is just one of the countries studied as part of the program.
this year there is a matching grant of $20,000. Hendrix said they have raised a portion of that amount, but still needs the community’s help to reach their fundraising goal. “As a small nonprofit organization, we have shouldered the financial responsibility for the whole budget,” she said. “We need the support of the community to meet the commitments we have made and to expand as the schools are wanting us to. “A couple of donors have set matching grants, but we need to get to the goal by the end of December,” she continued. “We hope people can help us. It’s really important, and very timely. There is very much a need in our world now for what we can do.” Founded in 1996 as the Northwest Language Academy, Hendrix said there are still some misconceptions about what the NWLACC actually does. It offers year-round language and cultural programs for ages 2 to 12, training for teens, immersion weekends, chat groups and more. “We are more than just languages, which is great, but we’re even better for quality of life,” she said. “Maybe someone can’t travel, but they can come here and meet people from other
cultures and learn so much. Or they can share with people from other cultures who want to learn about what is good and what is important and inspiring about America. We make a lot of interaction possible with the local community.” The center will be sharing some traditional Russian holiday customs and food at a Russian Winter Celebration to be held Saturday, Dec. 10 from 6 to 9 p.m. Seating for the event is limited, so reservations are highly recommended. “We thought it would be a great winter celebration theme,” said Hendrix. “Some of our local Russian community will be cooking, there will be a group of ethnic musicians and dancers sharing music and dance and song. The Russian Father Christmas and the Snow Maiden may be paying a surprise visit. “It’s a way of both honoring and thanking our supporters and inviting the community to celebrate the season and our common human heritage,” she continued. More information about the Northwest Language and Cultural Center and its Global Cultures Program can be found online at www. nwlacc.org.
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Michael Stadler/Courtesy of Whidbey Island Dance Theatre Elegant costumes, beautiful sets and wonderful dancers combine for a magical holiday experience in this year's South Whidbey production of "The Nutcracker," playing Dec. 9-18 in Langley.
NUTCRACKER continued from page 11 Sharing ballet with all children is one of the tenants of WIDT, a nonprofit organization. By teaming up with local sponsors, both individuals and businesses, the theatre will provide 500 tickets to local organizations for distribution to children and families in the community. “The 'Send a Child to The Nutcracker' campaign is devoted to providing tickets to children and families that would otherwise not be able to see the performance,” Brown said. “We put out a giving letter to our community and ask for donations from them to make this happen. It has been a great success and we are so appreciative to our gracious donors.” Brown said there are two great reasons to see “The Nutcracker” on Whidbey Island. “It is a great way to feel the season of the holidays by seeing this traditional story of The Nutcracker come to life. Supporting your local arts community is also a great reason,” she said. “We are a nonprofit organization so our community support is what has kept us going all these years. Our gratitude runs deep for our supporters and this performance is a gift from us to make your holidays that much more memorable.” Brown said her favorite part of doing “The Nutcracker” each year is seeing it all come together. “Watching the final, finished and polished production is always such a good feeling,” she said. “Seeing the joy in all the children's faces, seeing the production and characters come to life and the magic of it all. It puts us all in the holiday spirit.” Performances will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 9-10 and 16-17, and at 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 10-11 and 17-18. Tickets and information can be found online at www. widtonline.org or call the box office at 360-341-2221.
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Cinnamon Hudgins, Development and Communications Manager for WAIF, worked with Marshall before and after he purchased the paper. She said she’s happy he has retained a lot of what makes the Whidbey Weekly special. “I see slight changes but I’m glad to see it stay with its roots,” she said. “Maybe I’m sentimental, but I like that it hasn’t completely changed. It’s something familiar.” “I know that we are appreciated in the community because we do so much to promote all the events on the island,” said longtime graphic designer for the Whidbey Weekly, Teresa Besaw. “We don’t do it for financial gain; we truly want to help businesses, organizations and nonprofits on the island. We also really enjoy being involved and seeing a business or an event be successful.” “I like knowing we’re doing something good for the community,” said Marshall. “I love it when people give us feedback, because it’s hard to know how you’re doing sometimes. When someone tells me an ad got a great response or when I hear we helped somebody because of something we’ve published, it makes me feel good.” Marshall, who consented to an interview with reluctance, was quick to point out the paper is a team effort. “This is not a “me” thing by any stretch of the
imagination,” he said. “It’s definitely been a collaborative effort. I couldn’t do it on my own. It’s by the grace of God and the people he put in this business with me.”
“I enjoyed the freedom of creativity and having my opinions heard,” Hudgins recalled of her time with the paper. “Funny memories - now, maybe not then - include stressing out at deadlines. Eric was awfully patient with his stressed-out staff.” “I enjoy working here because I am able to be a part time employee and a full time mom and grandma,” said Besaw. “I am always able to work my schedule around my family and especially my son, who plays baseball year-round on and off the island. I truly appreciate being able to put my family first always.” Marshall said he is humbled by the fact his advertisers have spent their own money to run ads congratulating the paper on its 400th issue. “It’s a really special feeling. It’s very touching,” he said. “I’ve been fortunate to develop some really tremendous partnerships, special relationships and good friendships. I’m really pleased with that. “I believe God gave me this paper for a reason,” he continued. “I’m doing what I’m supposed to do.” In just two weeks, for the 402nd issue, the Whidbey Weekly will put Christmas on its cover. Marshall said it’s not meant to be controversial, but a reflection of himself and what he holds dear. “I put my heart and soul into every issue,” he said. “This is the one time a year people see who I am.” Marshall said he will get some complaints and he will get some compliments. It’s what he does with them that perhaps sets him apart in the newspaper business. “I thank everybody,” he said. Here’s to the next 400 issues!
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Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing 10 Changes Hands By LT Eric Jensen, CPRW-10 Public Affairs Commander Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing (CPRW) 10 held a change of command ceremony in Hangar 6 at Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island, Nov. 10. The change of command ceremony is a time-honored tradition that formally restates the continuity of the authority of command. . Captain Brett Mietus was relieved by Captain Robert Patrick as commodore of CPRW-10. Rear Adm. Kyle Cozad, commander of Patrol and Reconnaissance Group (CPRG), was the keynote speaker at the event. Rear Adm. Cozad hit the high points of how NAS Whidbey Island and CPRW-10 are great benefactors of the great community of Oak Harbor, with Mayor Robert Severns in attendance. He continued with how we need to, as a com-
munity, continue to focus on how we operate, fight and win. Cozad commended Mietus for his humility, recalling the days when he was Mietus’ former reporting officer, and Mietus’ continued press for improvements in performance in leadership, as well as the exceptional care for Sailors and their families. During his speech, Capt. Mietus showed great gratitude to CPRG leadership, squadron leadership, the “Delemus Tribe” at CPRW-10, industry partners and to his family for the awesome things that happened during his tenure at NASWI, saying “this doesn’t just happen”. Capt. Mietus spoke of the enormity of CPRW-10’s impact, as MPRF mans the front lines, finds, fixes, tracks and targets contacts of interest and fly the sea lanes. He lauded how our efforts enable power projection, builds better relationships around
the world and keeps our country safe. For his parting words, Capt. Mietus said, “As the men and women of Wing 10, we do it better than anyone else.” Adm. Cozad presented Capt. Mietus with the Legion of Merit Award and CPRW-10 Command Master Chief John Hermandorfer presented Mietus with the broad command pennant on behalf of all the chief petty officers with CPRW10. Prior to assuming command of CPRW-10, Patrick served as the deputy executive assistant to the Chief of Naval Operations. Capt. Patrick told the audience that he is honored and humbled to be the next Commodore of CPRW-10, calling it an exceptional warfighting force.
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Oak Harbor residents and Sailors stationed at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island (NASWI) unload a school bus filled with non perishable items during a Community Relations (COMREL) "Stuff the Bus" event held at the North Whidbey Help House in Oak Harbor, Washington. Students across the district collected 16,880 items which will help nourish local families for several months.
Sailors stationed at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island (NASWI) unload a school bus filled with non perishable items during a Community Relations (COMREL) "Stuff the Bus" event held at the North Whidbey Help House in Oak Harbor Washington. Students across the district collected 16,880 items which will help nourish local families for several months.
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Navy Awards Larsen Highest Civilian Honor Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) has been awarded the Distinguished Public Service Award, the Navy’s highest civilian honor for courageous or heroic acts, or outstanding service of benefit to the Navy or Marine Corps. “I am deeply honored and humbled to receive this award,” said Larsen, a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee. “This award belongs to the women and men of the Navy, the Marine Corps and their families – whose unsung, everyday sacrifices make our military the finest the world has ever known. I will continue to advocate for our servicemembers and veterans, and work to ensure they have the resources they need to succeed.” "This award was presented to recognize Representative Larsen's tremendous support for our Sailors and Marines and his forceful advocacy for the resources needed
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to maintain a strong Navy and Marine Corps,” said Secretary of the Navy, Ray Mabus. “We are fortunate to have such a dedicated leader in Congress." Larsen has been a consistent champion for the U.S. military, servicemembers and veterans. Larsen successfully fought to keep open the Women, Infants, and Children office on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island – which hundreds of military families rely on for food assistance. He also secured language in the House version of the FY 2017 National Defense Authorization Act to allow Women, Infants, and Children offices to operate on military bases. Additionally, Larsen has advocated for a strong Navy presence in Everett, WA. Larsen worked to bring three new destroyers to replace decommissioned frigates at
Cmdr. Blake Tornga, commanding officer, Electronic Attack Squadron 133, receives his end of tour award from Capt. Warren Sisson, commander, Carrier Air Wing Nine, during a change of command ceremony at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. Cmdr. Todd Zenter relieved Tornga during the ceremony.
Naval Station Everett, and pushed the Navy to avoid a gap between retiring the frigates and the new destroyers. In 2015, Larsen pressed the VA to change the Veterans Choice Program to better meet the needs of veterans in the Pacific Northwest. Whidbey veterans can now receive local health care instead of facing an hours-long drive across Deception Pass to Mount Vernon or having to take the a ferry to Seattle to reach a VA doctor. And in September of this year, Larsen succeeded in helping circumvent a 1992 ban on the VA providing in vitro fertilization services for veterans – which had previously forced veterans with service-connected infertility to pay thousands of dollars out of pocket.
(U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Caleb Cooper/Released) Cmdr. Todd Zenter, commanding officer, Electronic Attack Squadron 133, salutes Capt. Warren Sisson, commander, Carrier Air Wing Nine, during a change of command ceremony at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. Zenter relieved Cmdr. Blake Tornga during the ceremony.
Larsen will be presented with the award at an official ceremony to be announced in the coming weeks.
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Christmas Sing-Along!
Wednesday, December 14 • 5:30pm to 8:00pm St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 555 SE Regatta Dr • Oak Harbor • 360-279-0715
No singing talent required! Lyrics will be provided! Children are welcome! Please bring a favorite Christmas treat (cookies, appetizers, etc) to share. Beverages will be provided. At the sing-along, we will also gather gifts for the less fortunate in our community. As you are able, please bring warm socks and gloves that we will give to those served by the Spin Café in Oak Harbor.
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Navy Electronic Warfare Training in the Pacific Northwest For several decades the Navy has sought to enhance its airborne Electronic Warfare (EW) training capabilities in the Pacific Northwest in order to keep ahead of our adversaries in this increasing important field of modern warfare.
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Electronic warfare may sound ominous, but it is really about controlling the electromagnetic spectrum, by denying an advisory the ability to shoot down aircraft with missile defense systems or blocking signals to prevent activation of improvised explosive devices. The Navy studied the potential impacts of its proposed training improvements through an Environmental Assessment, which included a request to access remote National Forest roads to drive electronic transmission vehicles on. The long time use of existing airspace by Navy aircraft is not proposed to change substantially with the use of the transmitter vehicles. Navy aircraft training requirements were addressed in a more comprehensive analysis, the Northwest Training and Testing Environmental Impact Statement that was released in October 2016.
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Recognition of this importance was the driving reason the Department of Defense requested that the Navy add more EA-18G Growlers to it aircraft fleet, as well as the Navy's need to improve local training capabilities.
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The transmitter vehicles the Navy intends to use on the Olympic peninsula are similar in size and power to a television communications van, and like other commonly used electronic equipment, pose no threat to people, wildlife or the environment. The vehicles provide a vast improvement in the training by adding more realistic scenarios representative of today's threat to our aircrew while flying in the airspace. Through the operation of these vehicles to create realistic training opportunities in NAS Whidbey Island's local training area, the Navy will be able to save approximately $5 million a year through reduced fuel consumption and wear and tear on airframes. Earlier this week, the US Forest Service, released their draft decision notice initiating a public objection period for the Navy's Special Use Permit available at www. fs.usda.gov/project/?project=42759. The Navy has flown and carried out airborne training activities here since World War II, and is committed to transparency regarding EW and other training activities that are ultimately designed to protect the citizens and interests of this country. We have posted considerable information about this and other training activities in the Pacific Northwest available at www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrnw/ installations/nas_whidbey_island/om/environmental_support.html. If you have questions about the Navy's plan to improve EW training or other aviation activities in the region, please contact the NAS Whidbey Island Public Affairs Office at 360-257-2286 or email us at WHDB_NASWI_PAO@navy.mil.
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Since 1954, the Washington Elks Therapy Program for Children has provided home-based occupational or physical therapy to children with developmental delays or physical disabilities. Services are provided at no cost to the family served.
From a single therapist covering Washington State over 50 years ago, the program has evolved into an integral, vital, and much appreciated part of the statewide healthcare community. The success of any program is reflected in its longevity and its value to the community and the individuals it serves. Each Therapist has an average caseload of 25 children. It must be recognized that these children are dispersed throughout the State, many too far from central facilities. This results in substantial travel in order to treat a child. Through providing critical one-on-one pediatric therapy for children most in need, the Washington Elks continue their long tradition of service to our community. Any child in Washington State with an Occupational or Physical Therapy prescription for treatment and whose family lives within reach of our therapy team is eligible, however only the most critical cases can be accepted into the therapeutic program. While the children we serve range in age from birth to 21, preference is given to infants and young children, those who are medically fragile or who would otherwise go without services due to the family’s lack of resources, and to children who without therapy will experience deterioration in their status. Eligibility for services does not require affiliation, membership, or association with the Elks, any of its members or lodges. Oak Harbor Elk Members can attend the annual major fund raiser which is the “Coin Box Dinner” January 13, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. This dinner includes a therapy presentation with one of our local children. Make sure to bring your tissues! Anyone can donate to the Washington Elks Therapy Program for Children, contact a lodge near you for more information. Oak Harbor Elks Lodge telephone number is 360-675-7111.
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Genealogical Society of South Whidbey Island Annual Holiday Potluck & Meeting Monday, December 12, 12:45pm Trinity Lutheran Church Annex, Freeland We offer fellowship and support to anyone interested in genealogy. New members and guests are always welcome. Program: Annual Holiday Potluck and Personal Research Review. Come prepared to present a few words on an interesting aspect of your current research, an interesting book you’ve found or anything else notable you’ve discovered. Family artifacts are also appropriate. Please bring a salad, entree or dessert sufficient to serve eight people. There is no education class in December.
Whidbey Island Genealogical Searchers Tuesday, December 13, 1:00pm Heller Road Fire Station, Oak Harbor If you have any questions regarding the meeting or Whidbey Island Genealogical Searchers, please contact Jackie Vannice at (360) 279-9471, Ruth Hancock at (360) 969-0064, or Joyce Boster at (206) 353-9337.
Suicide Grief Support Group Wednesday, December 14, 6:00pm-8:30pm Hospice of Whidbey General, Coupeville This is a time for individuals who have had a loved one die of suicide and would like to meet with others to learn some coping strategies ways to move forward through your grief and other feelings. Registration is requested by contacting Dave Bieniek, Bereavement Coordinator for Hospice of Whidbey General at (360) 321-1372 or bienid@whidbeygen.org. There is no charge for this event.
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South Whidbey Garden Club Friday, December 16, 9:00am-11:45am St. Peter’s Church, Clinton December’s program: “Celebrate the Season.” Tobey Nelson, of Vases Wild, will show how to create a holiday centerpiece and décor using seasonal botanicals found in our gardens. Come festive and bring a canned and/or non-perishable food item to donate to Good Cheer. Refreshments provided and the public is welcome.
Whidbey Island Camera Club Tuesday, December 20, 6:30pm-8:00pm Oak Hall, Room 306, SVC, Oak Harbor The theme for December is “White on White“. 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
Adult Running Group Every Wednesday & Friday, 5:00pm-6:15pm Vanderzicht Memorial Pool, Oak Harbor A running group for adults of all levels, beginner to advanced. Stretching and strengthening and drills as well. The cost is free to start. For more information, contact Brad Sandefur at bsandman50@gmail.com or (360) 675-7665.
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Al-Anon Group Oak Harbor Are you troubled by someone’s drinking? Al-Anon group can help. Call Laurie at (360) 675-4430 for meeting information.
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I can hear Nat King Cole’s syrupy voice oozing through my head singing his famed ‘Christmas Song’. I can smell the ‘Chestnuts roasting on an open fire’ and that’s all it takes to dunk me deep into the festive feeling. A chestnut is a ‘true nut’. It got me thinking about nuts and what exactly they are. I realized somewhere along the line, I missed the definition of a nut or have not taken the time to understand this delicious category of food.
A nut, in the true sense of the word, is a pod with a hard outer shell in which is contained a (single) seed and also the fruit of the plant. In addition, the fruit doesn’t open to spill the seed to be carried off by an animal or the wind to sow itself somewhere else. The characteristic marker of a nut is the fact its hard exterior doesn’t split by some natural process. It requires the jaws of a nutcracker or someone very, very strong to crack the shell and get to the goodness tucked away inside. Classic examples of ‘true’ nuts are chestnuts, hazelnuts and acorns.
What then, are almonds or walnuts? These are drupes and, unlike nuts, have a soft, squishy exterior with a hard shell inside it. Within the shell there is a seed, and this is the part we call a ‘nut’. With most drupes (which also consist of peaches and plums) we eat the squishy flesh and discard the ‘pit’. It would be rather difficult sinking our teeth into the stone of a plum, and we would likely crack a few in the attempt so it’s a good thing we don’t eat this part. In the case of almonds or walnuts, we do in fact want to crack the ‘pit’ that lays underneath the pulp (just not with our teeth). That’s where our ‘nut’ is.
This made me ponder about one of the more mysterious aspects of the Festive Season for me and it has to do with nutcrackers. I see them everywhere at the moment, particularly in craft stores standing stoically watching the shoppers peruse the aisles. I looked at them the other day and thought ‘but why are they a feature?’ and my research really brought these wonderful wooden figures to life and perpetuated some of the mystery that imbues them, and it all begins with a nut.
A nut represents the ‘Cycle of Life’. It falls from the
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tree to the ground, where it will then sprout and turn into a tree itself, providing sustenance to all and in particular (hundreds of years ago at least) the woodcutters and craftsmen who worked with the wood. It is believed by some people that feasts were held before the chopping down and harvesting of Elder wood trees. At these feasts, fruits and nuts took center stage and largely for their emblematic appeal and the special something they were purported to bring to the nutcrackers which were crafted from the wood of the harvested trees. It’s believed the nuts themselves lent a little magic to the makers of the beautifully adorned wooden devices and the makers and collectors were likely to reap good fortune from the strangely crafted crackers. While humans have been eating nuts and drupes forever, using stones and such to crack the formidable shells, nutcrackers evolved as first and foremost a means to better aid in this endeavor, and then to delight the eyes. They have taken on every shape and configuration from two pieces of wood screwed together, to animals, and now the exquisite and key marker ones (made famous in Germany in the 1800s) we know today. History aside however, what do we make with nuts? Moreover, what do we make at Christmas time using nuts (or drupes)? The answer is; anything! A squash and nut roast is one way in which to add these little tasties to your Christmas menu. It’s spicy, nutty, sweet and packed with grains, pulled together with eggs, baked to perfection and dished up alongside a bowl of homemade tomato sauce. Dried cranberries, pomegranate seeds, or even some crumbled cheese can be sprinkled over the nut roast prior to serving, just to up the culinary ante. This most certainly is a ‘roast’ I would have on my table, should I find the time during this extra busy season to make it. How about making a sideshow feature of some nut or other? Perhaps a stuffing? Pecans or hazelnuts would be the main attraction of this sideshow event, and a bevy of spices, mushrooms, onions, and garlic would lend themselves wonderfully to the rich, buttery taste of the nuts. Served up with some mashed potatoes and gravy, I think this side dish could possibly end up being the main attraction for some people! And while some of us will put nuts in anything
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Every Monday, 7:00pm Elks Lodge, Oak Harbor Open to the public. For more information, call (360) 675-7111.
Blind Support Group Fourth Tuesday, 2:00pm Oak Harbor Senior Center A support group for people with impaired vision. Learn and share techniques to be more mobile. For more information, call Paul Bovey at (360) 544-2561 or (360) 679-8293.
Duplicate Bridge Club Every Tuesday, 10:30am Sierra Country Club Clubhouse, Coupeville The club is ACBL sanctioned and we encourage anyone interested to come with or without a partner. For more information, contact one of the directors: Mardi Dennis at (360) 675-5044, Sue Thomas at (360) 678-7047, or Peter Wolff at (360) 678-3019.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Whidbey Island Fourth Thursday, 7:00pm-8:30pm Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland NAMI is the largest grassroots organization dedicated to making life better for people with a mental illness and their friends and loved ones. The group is nonreligious but meets at Trinity Lutheran Church, 18341 State Route 525. It isn’t necessary to preregister. Please contact Kathy Chiles, (206) 218-6449 or k.chiles22@live.com for more information.
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Line an 8 inch square tin with saran wrap leaving enough to hand over the edges of it. Place the cookies in a plastic bag and crumble or mash into pieces. Melt chocolate, syrup and butter in a double boiler or in the microwave and stir until smooth. Stir in the apricots, nuts, raisins and cookies. Spoon the mixture into the saran wrapped tin and press down and smooth on top. Allow to cool and then refrigerate for 2 hours or until set. Remove the saran wrap when set, cut into squares, serve and enjoy! www.magicofnutcrackers.com/Nutcrackers/HistoryofNutcrackers.htm http://knowledgenuts.com/2013/12/22/differencebetween-nuts-legumes-and-drupes/ www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/chocolatefridgecake_74814 To read past columns of Let's Dish in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www.whidbeyweekly.com.
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Film Shorts By Carey Ross Allied: The based-on-actual-events story of romance and resistance in 1924 North Africa and London between an intelligence officer and a French freedom fighter who were probably not nearly as breathtakingly beautiful as Brad Pitt and Marion Cotillard. (R • 2 hrs. 1 min.) Arrival: Denis Villeneuve, director of the upcoming "Blade Runner" movie, helms this near-future, sci-fi, alien-invasion story featuring what is sure to be an Oscar-nominated performance by Amy Adams for her turn as a linguist attempting to communicate with our alien overlords. (PG-13 • 1 hr. 56 min.) Bad Santa: I want to believe that critics are savaging this sequel to the 2003 film starring Billy Bob Thornton because they don’t get it. But they got it the first time around, so consider yourselves forewarned. But it’s probably worth the price of matinee admission to see Thornton don the Santa suit again. (R • 1 hr. 32 min.) Doctor Strange: Marvel continues to be the undisputed ruler of comic-book adaptations, and this one, which introduces us to their most New Agey hero, Doctor Strange, will further burnish their crown. All I’ve gotta say is when you can entice four recent Oscar nominees (Benedict Cumberbatch, Tilda Swinton, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Rachel McAdams) to star in your superhero movie, you’re doing everything right. (PG-13 • 1 hr. 55 min.) The Edge of Seventeen: Supposedly, this is a coming-of-age movie in the vein of "Sixteen Candles" and "The Breakfast Club," which basically means it is a John Hughes rip-off–and a really good one, if all the bountiful critical acclaim is to be believed. (R • 1 hr. 38 min.) Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: J.K. Rowling returns to the big screen with a mostly excellent "Harry Potter" spinoff, a rich dose of fantasy that has arrived at that exact moment when many of us would like to escape from reality for a bit. (PG-13 • 2 hrs. 12 min.) Hacksaw Ridge: Much as he did with "The Passion of the Christ," Mel Gibson makes another incredibly violent movie about a pacifist because irony is evidently his main artistic driver. I may question his motives and methods, but there’s no doubt Gibson knows how to tell a story so it stays told. (PG-13 • 2 hrs. 10 min.)
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Barbara Berry-Jacobs passed away Sunday, October 16, 2016, with her soul-mate and loving husband, Bob, at her side. Funeral Mass will be held, Friday, December 9, 2016, 1:30 PM at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 185 N Oak Harbor Street, Oak Harbor, WA. Immediately following the mass, at 3 PM there will be a Celebration of Life Service and Reception at Burley Funeral Chapel with Linda Haddon as Life Celebrant. You are requested to wear your favorite crazy hat to the Celebration of Life. The family suggests memorials to Soroptimist International of Oak Harbor, PO Box 893, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 or Whidbey Animal Improvement Foundation (WAIF), PO Box 1108, Coupeville, WA 98239. Service arrangements entrusted to Burley Funeral Chapel.
Alvin R. Crocker Alvin R. Crocker was born December 16, 1934 in Sturgis, SD, to Carrol Crocker and Hermaine Gallineaux. He passed away November 17, 2016 at his home in Oak Harbor. Alvin was a Vietnam veteran who served in the United States Navy and ended his fifteen-year career as a SCPO. During his service he earned a degree in Advanced Electronics and earned the United States Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Armed Forces Expedition Medal and the Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon. Alvin had many interests and hobbies such as building model airplanes and computers, bowling, football and playing different electronic games. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Mellie Jo. He is survived by his wife Patricia A. Crocker; his son Bryan Crocker and his wife Vicki; and his brother Carrol Crocker.
TUESDAY, November 1 4:20am, Goss Ridge Rd. Vehicle on side of road covered in plastic with red light on. Nobody near vehicle. Unknown how long it’s been there. 11:18pm, Ekle St. Reporting party advising threats were being made against him. Thinks someone is in his garage now. Reporting party not armed, no weapons in home. WEDNESDAY, November 2 12:44pm, Bismark Ln. Heard of sheep in caller’s yard fighting and ramming heads into garage door. Caller unable to leave the front door. 2:06pm, Hersig Rd. Reporting party talking to subject on phone 3-5 minutes ago, heard a loud bang, male said “who are you, what are you doing in my house?” Heard male say “I’m your worst f****** nightmare.” Then heard possible scuffle. 3:47pm, Cultus Bay Rd. Reporting party advising vehicle seen driving 80 mph. States possibly struck another vehicle – pulled over, got out of vehicle with pants down around ankles. Parked vehicle and ran inside residence. 5:39pm, Scholl Ln. Advising tenant is threatening reporting party. Concerned reporting party won’t be cleaning location upon departure, was arguing with male.
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4:55pm, SR 525 Ex-Girlfriend was borrowing caller’s phone, then broke up with him. Will not give phone back. 7:50pm, Torrence Ln. Reporting 5 cows running down Torrence Lane. Caller parked with lights on to warn drivers. FRIDAY, November 4 6:40am, S West Camano Dr. Reporting party advising horse walking down middle of road, brown and white. States it is very dark and almost hit it. 9:40am, SR 532 Requesting contact referencing someone (unknown agency) came to location and took pug. States they had information it was being abused. Subjects did not leave name or phone number. Suspects it's a couple who “rescues” pugs. 10:28pm, Leroy Cir. Caller says there's sniper activity going on behind her. Says deputies are already aware. She has been watching location and activity has increased. Now there is a truck. “USPS” on large white truck, not there now. 11:25am, S East Camano Dr. Reporting party advising dog in front yard-nipping at mother who is outside. THURSDAY, November 17 9:18am, SR 20 Reporting party advising male subject took her picture. 10:12pm, N. Oak Harbor St. Reporting party requesting assistance in breaking up with her boyfriend.
9:57pm, Larkspur Cir. Reporting party advising mother in-law heard a “blood curdling scream” in the area of location while she was smoking.
MONDAY, November 21 8:26am, SE 4th Ave. Reporting party requesting phone call to find out if he has any warrants.
10:24pm, Spinnaker Dr. Caller advising vehicle left driveway, hit something then backed into driveway and hit something else, then left.
9:03am, NW Columbia Dr. Requesting call to find out if license plate information was correct.
10:22pm, Bismark Ln. Requesting call referencing ongoing problem with sheep in area. States they are aggressive and destructive to property.
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12:54pm, Terrace Dr. Caller states just returned after being gone for month and now can’t get into her house. Says locks have been changed, suspects husband.
2:26pm, SR 20 Reporting party advising two children left alone inside of locked vehicle. 3:54pm, NE Goldie St. Reporting party advising transient subject looking inside vehicles. 4:30pm, NE 16th Ave. Requesting phone call to find out if she can keep her ex-husband from selling their dog. 6:29pm, SR 20 Reporting party requesting phone call regarding iTunes fraud. 7:46pm, SR 20 Caller advising transient male subject stealing saran wrap off of firewood.
1:39pm, Sandy Point Rd. Loose ram at bend in the road, keeps going in and out of traffic.
10:32pm, NE Kettle St. Reporting party advising she heard tapping on her window.
3:16pm, Rifle Rd. Requesting phone call. Subject keeps calling reporting party claiming to be sheriff. Reported same thing this morning. Subject is still calling.
10:14pm, N. Oak Harbor St. Reporting party advising their neighbor left keys in their front door.
4:31pm, Maplewood Ln. Caller advising has trapped rat. Wants to know if they can use 22 to dispose of it.
2:03am, SE 8th Ave. Caller states her friend slammed door on her and ruined her property.
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Open Meditation Group Every Wednesday, 7:30pm-8:00pm Alexander Counseling, 221 2nd Street, #10, Langley Find refuge from the stress of a nervous world. Join for a weekly meditation and cultivate a deeper sense of tranquility and share the joys of peace.
Overeaters Anonymous Every Monday, 6:00pm-7:00pm Langley Fellowship Hall, Langley Is food a problem for you? Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Do you binge, purge or restrict? No dues and no fees! No weigh-ins, no diets, no judggments. Just caring support, hope and abstinence.
Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) Second Mondays, 6:30pm-8:00pm Unitarian Universalist Congregation Whidbey Island, Freeland For more information and support contact: WhidbeyPFLAG@gmail.com; Chapter President, Sharon Kabler at (360) 222-4028; or Chapter Secretary, Erick Westphal at (360) 331-3393.
TOPS® (Take Off Pounds Sensibly®) Every Thursday, 9:00am-11:00am Family Bible Church, Oak Harbor TOPS® is the short name for TOPS Club, Inc., the original, nonprofit, noncommercial network of weight-loss support groups. TOPS® offers tools and programs for healthy living and weight management, with exceptional group fellowship and recognition. Weigh-in from 9:00am-10:00am, meeting is 10:00am-11:00am. For more information, call Shelly Weeks at (360) 207-9039 or (360) 240-1770.
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Come enjoy a cup of coffee, a baked breakfast good and the company of other local veterans. Harbor Tower Village Independent and Assisted Living is located at 100 E Whidbey Ave. For more information, call (360) 675-2569.
VFW Open Microphone Night Every Tuesday, 6:00pm-11:00pm VFW Post 7392, Oak Harbor
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Join us for soup, bread, prayer, and study with other Christian singles. For more information, contact Kathie Warren at (425)319-2572. Babysitting services are provided. Children are welcome.
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Every Friday, 7:30am Whidbey Golf Club, Oak Harbor Cost: $9.50
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SIOH is part of the world’s largest service organization, made up of dedicated professionals who provide enhancement to the quality of life through friendship, education, service, advocacy and financial support. Members are committed to bettering humanity locally, nationally and globally for the purpose of making a difference for and advancing the status of women and girls. For questions, please call Wendy at (360) 279-8323 or email sioakharbor@soroptimist.net.
South Whidbey Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group First Tuesday, 10:00am-12:00pm South Whidbey Senior Center, Langley Expanded quarterly workshops TBA. The Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association, Western and Central Washington Chapter, provides emotional, educational, and social support for caregivers of those suffering from memory loss – in a confidential setting. For questions or additional information, contact co-facilitators: Mardell Xavier at (360) 477-5511 or Hestia Laitala at (360) 321-1600.
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NRA Home Firearms Safety Class Saturday, December 17, 9:00am-5:00pm NWSA Range, Oak Harbor Cost: $20, includes a book This class is designed to present the basic knowledge and skills and explain the attitude necessary for the safe handling and storing of guns in the home. The course will also familiarize participants with safe gun handling procedures and guidelines for storing pistols, rifles, and shotguns in the home. This is a NON-firing course; the emphasis is on safe handling, not marksmanship. The NWSA range is located at 886 Gun Club Road, off Oak Harbor Road. For questions or to register, call NRA instructor John Hellmann at (360) 675-8397 or email NWSA.Training@gmail.com. Additional information can be found at www.northwhidbeysportsmen.org.
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ARIES (March 21-April 19) Help arrives to assist you with tasks that would be difficult to manage alone this week. Taking advantage of that help will require a significant change in your thinking and approach. Are you open to new ideas? The 8th and 9th are critical in that regard. The more easily you can shift your focus as needed, the better. Which is more important, being right or finding solutions to your problems? The 12th will ask you to decide.
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TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Knowing your heart’s desire makes getting what you want easier this week. Use patience when you must work with individuals who are less sure than you but stubborn nevertheless. The 8th through the 10th is good for introducing them to ways of proceeding that better suit you both. Is there a difference between what the two of you would like to do and what the rules of your game allow? The 12th requires that you iron them out. GEMINI (May 21-June 21) You have a delightfully high potential to remain personally untroubled by the difficulties that befall those around you this week. You may thus find yourself cast in the role of comforter or peacemaker for those whose problems are greater than your own. Are you willing to help the over-stressed with ideas or suggestions? The 8th and 9th may present you the opportunity. Be careful on the 12th that you don’t internalize the woes of those around you. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Your confidence and charisma rebuild mid-week after an emotionally challenging start. The blame for others’ problems rests not with you on the 8th and 9th, despite your probable feelings to the contrary. Pride in a job well done is justified on the 12th and 13th. Anything that withstands the test of time is reason to be proud. Business and personal relationships are a likely source of delight on the 14th. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Your insecurities are likely to show this week and will take special effort to overcome. Take comfort in what you know to be true and right and stand on your integrity. Challenges and restrictions from those closest to you are likely to become most hurtful and limiting on the 12th. Remember that there are delights to be found in every circumstance. Tests of character only make your light shine brighter. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) You have an unusual freedom to uplift simply by living to your own code of conduct this week. Used wisely, this means you can stabilize unstable situations and restore peace where it has been lost. Though you may be
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Knowing your path to happiness is not the same as traveling it unencumbered this week. Others may not see things as you see them. Are you able to present your position in a way that they can understand and agree to? This is a likely issue on the 8th. Do you understand everything you think you know? Little details that you don’t fully understand can easily present big obstacles on and after the 12th.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) The dilemma before you this week is between following your own heart or letting yourself be swayed by the desires of others. Situations may arise in which the harmonious course depends on how well you can shift to embrace goals that were not your first choice. The 8th and 9th are critical in that regard. Is your desire to prove yourself creating waves in your relationships? If so, the 12th could be stormy. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) It’s a good week to hang out with siblings or neighbors. The stimulation and new ideas that casual social activity affords are perfect for keeping your spirits up and your momentum moving forward on the 8th and 9th. Feelings that you don’t have time for inconsequentials are your clue that you need to MAKE time. Follow your heart on the 12th. Your best option may well be the illogical one. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) The delightful feeling of knowing exactly what you want and how to go about getting it is likely to color your normal routine early week. Things go right more often than not on the 8th through the 10th. But is the pace of your progress fast enough to satisfy? Are you doing enough, or could you do more? These are the kinds of questions you’re likely to pose to yourself on the 12th and after. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) The fast track to your heart’s desire lies within you this week. It’s a time of self-direction and your own actions and impulses are likely to be the most satisfying ones. The more spontaneous you can be on the 8th through the 10th, the better. Self-directed can also mean self-critical, especially on the 12th. Is the time you invest worth the reward? Are you wasting time? These and similar questions are likely to arise late-week. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) The big and the dramatic may be lacking in your life this week, but little delights are everywhere to be found. Are you seeing them? Risk something new if you’re not, particularly on the 8th through the 10th. Travel and out of the way retreats are especially advisable. Catch 22 scenarios that lack a solution are normal on the 12th. Your best recourse has invisible elements that won’t make sense until later. Go with your heart. © 2016, Wesley Hallock, All Rights Reserved
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