Whidbey Weekly, December 29, 2016

December 29, 2016 through January 4, 2017

2017 Whidbey Island

POLAR BEAR DIVE

January 1, 2017

Presented by the Island County 4-H Teen Leadership Club

Double Bluff Beach, Freeland

Registration begins at 10:30am Jump happens at 12pm (Noon) Event cost $15 (includes: official event shirt, hot drinks & festive atmosphere) All proceeds benefit Island County 4-H Teen Leadership Activities More information can be found: Online: Facebook Whidbey Island Polar Bear Dive Contact South Whidbey Parks & Rec Rec (60) 221-5484 swparks.org (360)221-6788 swparks.org More Local Events inside

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Have you written your thank you notes yet?

Dad always said we should get our thank you cards out within six days of the event for which we were thankful. Dad credited Dear Abby for this

etiquette tip.

However, rather than writing thank you notes to each giftor for the wonderful household items received last Sunday, here are my public thank yous to those much appreciated individuals and their gift wrappers.

FYI – Before opening Christmas gifts, each year, since the mid-70s', I have organized their sequence of revealment using my law Professor George Gafford's rule of inventory control, FIFO—First In, First Out. So, using FIFO, I first opened the first gift I received. This year, cousin Ramona's package was first, all the way from Pearland, Texas. Glad I opened her gift first. Are homemade frosted pecans from Froberg's Farms in Alvin, Texas perishable?

I could call 281-585-3531, but they won't be answering any farm phones on a Sunday.

I could check their web site at www.frobergsfarm.com, but I am too busy enjoying what is left of this half-pound of little critters, all cutely packaged in a state of Texas shaped plastic container.

I love having family in Texas. When I visit, nobody messes with me. In fact, I get my own room with surveillance equipment.

Recently, on my first night, I spent most of the time watching video re-runs of me and cousin Chris' pit bull walking around the house to make certain everything was alright. The only one nervous was me. Ever seen a nervous pit bull?

Excuse me, I think I am coming on to these frosted pecans, or they are coming on to me.

My second gift, using the SISO rule, Second In, Second Out, was my brother Lew's box, usually late, except this year with Amazon's promptness and expedited efficiency.

Those Amazon folks must move faster than UPS delivery people. Wowser. I ran track after school, but I would not want to run all day like these folks.

The top of my brother's box, filled with six pair of Happy Socks from Turkey, and an eight album, four CD compilation of Eydie Gorme, was only part of my stunned response. At the bottom of the box, with excessively charged postage (my brother's secretary was off that day, but not by much), was Ron Chernow's 818 page #1 New York Times bestseller, Alexander Hamilton.

If I start reading today, and I am not saying I will, but, if I did, given the size of the print in the book, I might be finished reading by next Halloween. I might get “car pool tunnel” just holding the magnifying glass over all these baby letters.

Just think, given our democracy and the way it seems to be working, these baby letters in Hamilton's bio could grow up someday to be Kindle sized, or maybe even Super sized.

As a retired political science major, I cannot wait to resurrect the nightmares of trying to once again understand the Hamilton papers and their relevance to my world. Don't fret, brother Lew. I'll get to Alexander, the Robust, right after I finish Jonathan Eig's Get Capone. I am not sure

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if Eydie Gorme ever sang mob songs, but, thanks to my brother, once the leader of his fraternity's mob at Ohio State, I can check to see on one of Eydie's eight albums.

Trying not to save the best for last, I abandoned the FIFO approach to next enjoy our granddaughter's first ever Christmas gift to me, dutifully inscribed by Grandma–To: In N Out Grandpa, From: Malia Mae. FYI, I was the first one of Malia's three grandpas to take her to the In-N-Out Burger in Las Vegas, plus I commute a lot.

Thanks to Malia and Santa, I now have a key chain with a picture of her seated on Santa's knee. Malia is appropriately dressed in a little red jacket, black slacks, black boots, and a white furred Julie Christie style hat. Santa is either smiling deep within all that white hair, white mustache, and white beard, or he has a gummy bear stuck to his upper teeth.

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Next box, please.

My sisters-in-law from Elkhart, Indiana, formerly stand-out stars in their reality TV show, The Real Irish-Italian Cousins of Elkhart, sent two huge boxes, discovered abandoned in the recycled cardboard bin of a nearby church.

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SEA FLOAT SCRAMBLE 11am Saturday January 7, 2017

Immediately, I tried on the first pair of a two pair set of gifted slippers. This first pair was sized US 11-12, UK 9-10, EU 42-43, CM 27-27.5. I appreciate the Chinese manufacturer who helped the Dearfoams Company get these new mud trackers to my shoe closet. What a journey.

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I did wear these comfy slippers to the wood pile and back. Their thick rubber, surely from Akron, China, tracked very nicely with both an empty and a full wheelbarrow of Doug fir. I applaud this new pair, but will recycle the other too small pair, a burgundy colored US 9-10 pair, possibly a close out purchase from the Liberace Museum gift shop.

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Next gift–a turquoise colored Luxe Plush Blanket, a must for any holiday Hamilton reading. Although the blanket looks way too expensive for me to use in my ninety two year old caboose, the three words on the packaging, Do not iron, say it all, no matter how wrinkled the blanket or I may get.

I am very thankful for the most emotional of this years' gifts. This offering from Thailand is a handcrafted collectible figurine of a 1940 styled Man of Steel. My Superman collection will now have a centerpiece, a porcelain-appearing-plastic super hero from the DC Super Heroes Collection.

As my emotions fly in an up, up, and away fashion, I wonder if I need to send my thank you directly to Superman Figurine #4057, birthed as one of 14,500 Superman figurines, or to Hallmark directly. I want Superman #4057 to know at this time of the holiday season, I accept him for who he is, a one of a kind, or so sayeth the hi-tech shiny plaque soldered to the plastic base, beneath Superman's red boots.

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I wonder how all these rivets on Superman's base got soldered without melting the plastic. Maybe that is what #4057 Superman does. He uses his X-ray vision to solder his own base. Now that is a real visionary politician at work.

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Better roll on out of here before we sleep through another rockin' New Year. Gotta get to marking up this year's final gift, a 2017 Proud Rooster Calendar, artwork

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Bring on the celebrations. Happy New Year, 2017.

For me, I love these odd numbered years. It gives me a chance to get even.

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Bits & Pieces Anne Baum, the Chairperson of Sound Waters says it’s inspiring how many people attend Sound Waters every year and how they are excited and empowered by the classes they attend. A first year attendee reported: “This is fantastic! The quality and caliber of the classes is more than anything I’ve seen available in western Washington outside of the UW. “

Letters to the Editor Editor, Donald Trump reminds me of no one so much as the Emperor Nero, whose first priority was his own gut, and who fiddled while Rome burned.

After Trump tweeted, “The United States must greatly strengthen and expand its nuclear capability until such time as the world comes to its senses regarding nukes,” he replied to fears that this would cause another arms race by saying, “Let it be an arms race. We will outmatch them at every pass and outlast them all.”

Which caused the internet to light up with messages such as, “We are all going to die” and “He will kill us all.”

If Trump is not stopped, the world will “come to its senses regarding nukes” when it sees a mushroom cloud blooming on the TV screen just before the TV is incinerated.

What an “oops!” moment that will be.

Ann Adams, Oak Harbor

Tingstad and Rumbel in Concert: Twelfth Night Tradition Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA) is pleased to present “Tingstad and Rumbel: Twelfth Night Tradition” on Saturday, January 7 at 7:30pm.

For over 30 years, Grammy Award-winning artists Eric Tingstad and Nancy Rumbel have been “home for the holidays” creating a longstanding tradition with Northwest families.

Join them as their holiday presence illuminates the enduring spirit of the season with the gift of music.

All Seats $22. Zech Hall Piano Bar opens one hour before the performance.

Online tickets are available until noon the day of the show at www.wicaonline.org. For tickets by phone, call the Box Office at (360) 221-8268 or (800) 638-7631. Tickets may be purchased in person at the Box Office at 565 Camano Ave in Langley between 1:00pm and 6:00pm Wednesday through Saturday, or two hours before any show.

[Submitted by Tristan A.B. Steel, WICA]

Sound Waters Returns to South Whidbey High School Brought to you by Sound Water Stewards of Island County, Sound Waters 2017 is a “one day university for all – on all things Puget Sound.” Held since the early 1990’s on the first Saturday in February on Whidbey Island, Sound Waters attracts over 600 people yearly who want to learn more about the amazing place Washington residents call home.

Sound Waters offers attendees a choice of 60 or so fun and informative classes and presentations about the natural world and the fragile environment of the Salish Sea. Participants may choose from 20 classes during each of three sessions throughout the day. Over 70% of the classes are new this year and include fascinating explorations and presentations on such subjects as whales, adventures at sea, forest management, habitat restoration, tracking carnivores, birds, coastal geology, earthquake preparedness, landscapes and gardens, citizen science, marine alternative energy, photography, and so much more!

For 2017, the Sound Waters is honored to have Dr. Terrie Klinger, PH.D, as the keynote speaker. Director of the School of Marine and Environmental Affairs at the University of Washington, Dr. Klinger will address From Knowledge to Action -- Responding to the Challenges of Ocean Acidification. In her talk, Dr. Klinger will explain the processes that lead to ocean acidification (OA), share findings from recent research showing the effects of OA in Puget Sound, and outline recommendations of advisory groups including the West Coast Ocean Acidification and Hypoxia Panel.

Attendees will come away with a better understanding of how our oceans are changing and what that means for all of us who depend upon them.

The overall schedule for Sound Waters starts with the keynote speaker at 9:00am, followed by three sessions of classes with breaks and lunch - concluding at 4:15pm. For day of event registration, the doors to South Whidbey High school open at 8:00am. Sound Waters also welcomes a number of interesting exhibitors who are involved in environmental issues.

These exhibits open at 8:30am and can be explored throughout the day.

Registration for Sound Waters opens Tuesday, January 3. Registration costs $50 per person if you register in advance and $60 the day of the event. Students and current teachers can also receive a discount on registration fees. A preordered catered lunch costs an additional $14 or you may bring your own lunch if desired.

Classes fill quickly so it is advisable to register early for the best chances of getting the classes you are most interested in.

For more information, visit http://soundwaterstewards.org/sw/ [Submitted by Gary Rassner-Donovan]

Dust Off Those Cowboy Boots for January’s Community Dance Now that the holiday season has wrapped up, come dance off that extra slice of pie… Country style! Bring the whole gang to Bayview Community Hall on Wednesday, January 11, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm for a free Community Dance, featuring local band Rusty Fender & The Melody Wranglers.

Get ready for a swing-dancin’, honky-tonkin’ good time with original Americana music paired with old-time country tunes. This is the perfect opportunity to dust off those cowboy boots and brush up on your long-forgotten two-step, as well as catch up with neighbors who may have been hibernating during this dark and dreary December.

Rusty Fender & The Melody Wranglers is a local favorite, in high demand for their ability to transport folks down-South while still rooted here on Whidbey Island. The band is comprised of Russell Clepper on the guitar and vocals, Ro Purser on the lap steel guitar, Ron Rossel on the bass guitar, and Alan Brown keeping the beat on the drum kit. The goodtime sound of these boys has been known to inspire even the meekest to get that line dance started.

The event is free and family friendly, although donations (and Western attire) are encouraged to support the hardworking musicians and to support the venue. Beer, wine, and soft drinks will be available for purchase.

This event is sponsored by Goosefoot and Bayview Community Hall.

Goosefoot is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the rural character of Whidbey Island through projects that support the local economy and promote

learning and community. For more information on their role in the community, like them on Facebook, follow them on Instagram, or visit http://www.goosefoot.org.

For more information, contact Lauren Tyner at lauren@goosefoot.org or call (360) 321-4145.

[Submitted by Lauren Tyner, Goosefoot]

Skagit Valley College Foundation Scholarship Application Now Available Just in time for the financial aid application season, Skagit Valley College announces that the SVC Foundation and Financial Aid Office have launched the 2017-18 SVC Foundation Scholarship application.

The SVC Foundation offers a wide variety of scholarships each year to eligible students.

Nearly half a million dollars in scholarships were awarded last year. Students only need to complete one application, along with a onepage (max), single-spaced essay to be considered for ALL Foundation scholarships. Current, future, and graduating SVC students should apply.

Applications for the 2017-2018 academic year are being accepted now, through 5:00pm on March 10, 2017. No late applications will be accepted.

This year, current students will submit their application materials online. The application and submission instructions are available online at http://www.skagit.edu/news. asp?pagenumber=136 In addition, the Sydney S. McIntyre, Jr. Skagit Valley College Memorial Scholarship is also available now. This scholarship is for students majoring in the Basic or Applied Sciences that were enrolled Fall 2016, or are enrolled Winter 2017, and are planning on transferring to a four-year public university in the state of Washington beginning Fall 2017, upon graduation from SVC. The student must have a cumulative college level GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Other criteria apply. This scholarship provides in-state tuition, room and board, and a book allowance for the junior and senior years of study. Students must complete a separate paper application for this scholarship. Eligible students can pick up a paper application packet at the Mount Vernon Campus or Whidbey Island Campus Financial Aid Office.

Applications for the Sydney S. McIntyre, Jr. Scholarship are being accepted now, through 5:00pm on March 10, 2017. No late applications will be accepted.

For questions regarding the scholarship process, please contact Tom in the Financial Aid Office at tatsuo.tomeoka@skagit.edu.

[Submitted by Arden Ainley, SVC]

Local Business News Sweet Mona’s January Hours Sweet Mona’s Chocolates in Langley will be closed January 3 through January 5 for inventory. They will also be closed every Wednesday during the month of January returning to normal business hours in February.

Sweet Mona’s would like to thank the community for a wonderful year and they are looking forward to continuing to” Sweeten the World in 2017!”

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Consider Some New Year’s (Financial) Resolutions

We’re just about ready to open the door to 2017, so you might be thinking about some New Year’s resolutions. What’s on your list this year? More visits to the gym? Learning a new language? Mastering the perfect beef bourguignon? All worthy ambitions, of course, but why not also include some financial resolutions?

By reviewing your needs and goals, you can identify some resolutions that are particularly relevant to your own situation. But here are a few suggestions: Build an emergency fund. If you needed a major car repair or a new furnace, or faced some other large, unanticipated expense, could you cope with it? If you didn’t have the money readily available, you might have to dip into those investments intended for long-term goals, such as retirement. Instead, build an emergency fund containing three to six months’ worth of living expenses, kept in a liquid, low-risk account.

Cut down on debts. It’s not easy to cut down on one’s debt load. But if you can find ways to reduce your debts, you’ll help improve your overall financial picture. Many debts are not “useful” – that is, they don’t carry any tax advantages – so every dollar you spend to pay down those debts is a dollar you could use to invest for your future.

Boost contributions to your retirement plan.

If your employer offers a 401(k) or similar retirement plan, take full advantage of it. Your earnings have the potential to grow tax deferred and your contributions may lower your taxable income. Plus, most plans offer a selection of investment options, so you can choose the investment mix that fits your objectives and risk tolerance. Therefore, if your salary goes up this year, or if you think you can find other ways to free up some money, increase your contributions to your retirement plan.

Review your portfolio. Is your investment portfolio still on track toward helping you meet your long-term goals? If not, you may need to make some changes. You’ll also want to study your investment mix to make sure it still accurately reflects your risk tolerance. Over time, and often without your taking any significant actions, your portfolio can “drift” to a place where you are taking on too much risk – or even too little risk – for your needs and long-term objectives. If this happens, you may need to “rebalance” your holdings.

Avoid mistakes. None of us can avoid all mistakes, in life and in our investment activities.

But as an investor, you’ll clearly benefit from minimizing your errors. For example, it’s generally a mistake to jump out of the market in response to a period of volatility. If you wait for things to “calm down” before investing again, you might miss out on the opportunity to participate in the next market rally.

Think long term. Keep this in mind: You’re not investing for today or tomorrow, but for many years from now. Try to keep a long-term focus when making all your key investment decisions. By doing so, you can avoid overreacting to short-term developments, such as a sudden drop in the market or a “momentous” political event that actually decreases in importance as time goes by.

Try to follow these financial resolutions as best as you can. You could make 2017 a year to remember.

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

Jeffery C. Pleet, CLU®, ChFC®

Financial Advisor 630 SE Midway Blvd.

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

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and New York, before coming to Oak Harbor. He was a 1971 graduate of Oak Harbor High School.

In his younger years, he, along with friends, was instrumental in starting Help House.

Michael Howard White, age 63, former Oak Harbor resident, passed away of natural causes at his Portland, OR home Monday, December 12, 2016.

Michael was born in Honolulu, HI, October 10, 1953, to Howard Gervis White and Thelma Jean (Griffin) White. In addition to Hawaii, he also lived in California

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Michael was a resident of Portland, OR for five years. He loved education and received a Bachelor of Science degree from Washington State University– Vancouver, and was currently in the Masters program. He was a teaching assistant for abnormal psychology and a research assistant for work on chronic fatigue syndrome. He was involved in campus student government and advocated on behalf of the Students with Disabilities Club and a member of the Chancellor’s Student Advisory Board. Michael was a recipient of the 2015/2016 Lori Irving Memorial Psychol-

Michael is survived by his three children: Benjamin White (Colleen) of Marysville, Katie Ring (David) of Charleston, S.C. and Chloe Grace White of Lowell, IN; four grandchildren: Alexis and Tessa Ring, Seamus and Declan White; brother Tom White (Debbie) of Round Rock, TX and Pam White of Oak Harbor; also, his brother-in-law Jack Christian of Oak Harbor; his nephew, Joshua Christian of Oak Harbor; two nieces, Carrie White of Houston, TX and Kelly White of Austin, TX. He was preceded in death by his father, Howard “Bud” White in 1997 and by a sister Patty Christian in 2016.

A Celebration of Life service will be held in the spring. Family and friends are encouraged to share memories and condolences at www.whidbeymemorial.com.

BALTAZAR RABAGO Baltazar Rabago of Oak Harbor, WA, passed away December 18, 2016. A public viewing will be held Wednesday December 28, 2016 from 2pm to 6pm at Wallin Funeral Home, 1811 NE 16th Avenue, Oak Harbor, WA 98277

MICHAEL LYLE PUGH Michael Lyle Pugh was born May 22, 1959 to Lyle Pugh and Charlotte Van Cleve. He passed away suddenly November 14, 2016 at his home in Oak Harbor.

Michael was the youngest person in the state to receive an Optical dispensing license. After several years working in the Optical industry, he hit a deer on his motorcycle that ended his career.

Michael had many interests and hobbies such as woodworking and drawing portraits.

He is survived by his two sons, David and Tim Pugh of Silverdale, his mother and step-father Charlotte (Gary) Van Cleve of Oak Harbor, his father Lyle Pugh of Mount Vernon, brother Lynn (Teresa) Pugh of Mount Vernon, sisters, Christi (Jay) Hale and Cindy (Dean) Giddings and his partner Lynn Chandanais all of Oak Harbor.

Cremation was held. Please visit Michael’s page in the Book of Memories at www.wallinfuneralhome.com to share memories and condolences. Arrangements are entrusted to Wallin Funeral Home & Cremation, LLC, Oak Harbor, WA.

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What’s Going On All entries are listed chronologically, unless there are multiple entries for the same venue or are connected to a specific organization (such as Sno-Isle Libraries) in which case all entries for that venue or organization are listed collectively in chronological order under one heading.

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.

Blues Jam!

First Day Hike at the Park Sunday, January 1, 10:00am South Whidbey State Park, Freeland Join Friends of South Whidbey State Park (FOSWSP) for the third annual First Day Hike.

Coffee, hot cider, water, and cookies will be available in front of the Ranger House before and after the hike. An interpretive guide will lead a “moderate” hike on the Wilbert Trail and, if there is an interest, a shorter hike on the Forest Discovery Trail as well. Children are welcome on both hikes, as are dogs on leash.

Wear weather-appropriate clothing and be prepared to have a great time. For more information, email foswsp@gmail.com

Whidbey Island Polar Bear Dive Sunday, January 1, 12:00pm Double Bluff Beach, Freeland

Come down, sit in, play some Blues. Enjoy some Muddy Waters, B B King, Albert King and more of the old favorites. Or, come down, have a seat and listen to some great Blues.

Located in the Bayview Corner Cash Store, 5603 Bayview Road. For more information, call (360) 321-0515 or visit www.bloomswinery.com

Start the new year off with a splash. Join a fun-loving crowd of nearly 200 jumpers for a bone chilling dive into 2017. A New Year’s tradition since 2004. Registration opens at 10:30am, splash at noon. Swim at your own risk, no lifeguard on duty. $15 includes shirt (while supplies last - register in advance at www.swparks.org), hot drinks and festive atmosphere. Proceeds benefit 4-H Teen Ambassadors. Double Bluff Beach is located at 6325 Double Bluff Road.

Live Music: Ike and the Ol Man

VFW Sunday Breakfast

Friday, December 30, 6:00pm-8:00pm Blooms Winery Tasting Room, Langley

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

Filipino Christian Fellowship 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.

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Friday, December 30, 7:00pm-10:00pm Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville

Every Sunday, 9:00am-1:00pm VFW Post 7392, 3037 Goldie Rd, Oak Harbor

A father-son duo playing Acoustic/Piano Coffee House jams mixed in with new and classic covers that will jumpstart your weekend. No cover. For more information, call (360) 678-5747 or visit www.penncovebrewing.com

Breakfast includes eggs, omelets, French toast, pancakes, hash browns, fruit selection, coffee, tea and so much more. For more information, call (360) 675-4048.

For more information, visit ccwhidbey.com.

Slap Happy in Concert

VFW Thursday Dinner Delight Every Thursday, 4:00pm-8:00pm VFW Post 7392, 3037 Goldie Rd, Oak Harbor

Sundays, 10:00am Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Freeland

Friday, December 30, 7:30pm OutCast Black Box Theater, Langley Presented by OutCast Productions, tickets are $10 and can be purchased by credit card through Brown Paper Tickets at http://www. brownpapertickets.com/event/2729960 or reserve seats and pay at the door by emailing ocp@whidbey.com

Dinners include top sirloin, prime rib, chicken, shrimp, pork, soups and salads. For more information, call (360) 675-4048.

Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events See schedule below Cost: Free

For more information about the upcoming 2017 season or other off-season events, please visit www.outcastproductions.net

WIHHA Presents: Energy Medicine Tuesday, January 3, 6:30pm-8:30pm Freeland Library

Can Can Confetti - A New Year’s Eve Burlesque

Our human body and experience are intimately connected with the environment we find ourselves in. Adam Bear will explore how breath and simple movements reconnect us to our surroundings. Visit www.wihha.com for more information. Everyone is welcome.

Saturday, December 31, 7:30pm Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, Langley All Seats $25 Join WICA as they ring in the New Year with Can Can’s special New Year’s Eve extravaganza Confetti! What better way to celebrate your broken resolutions of 2016 than with sprinkles of spice with equal parts both naughty and nice. Purveyors of the finest in entertainment in the Northwest, Can Can wraps up it’s Decade of Decadence year-long festivities on the WICA stage. $50 ticket includes champagne & dressing room tour right before the show! Zech Hall Piano Bar opens one hour before the performance. For tickets or more information, call (360) 221-8268 or visit www. wicaonline.org

First Day Hike Sunday, January 1, 10:00am Cornet Bay Retreat Center, Oak Harbor Starting at the Cornet Bay Retreat Center, join the Deception Pass Park Foundation for a hike around Goose Rock and then up over the top! Back at the Retreat Center the Foundation offers warm drinks and snacks. The Pacific Northwest Trail Association will offer a presentation about the pathway of the trail from the Continental Divide to the Pacific Ocean as it goes through the park. For more information, email jack.hartt@parks.wa.gov

Keep Calm and Color On Wednesday, January 4, 1:00pm-2:00pm Freeland Library Enjoy the many benefits of coloring. Relax and color inside or outside the lines! Colored pencils, markers and coloring pages will be provided, but participants may bring their own coloring supplies if they wish. For adults.

Friends of the Freeland Library Used Book Sale Saturday, January 7, 10:00am-2:00pm Freeland Library Large selection of great books for all ages at bargain prices! All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Freeland Library.

Homelessness Here: A Sno-Isle Issues That Matter Forum Tuesday, January 10, 6:30pm-8:00pm Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, Langley Join this public forum, as experts and audience members explore the causes of homelessness in our Whidbey Island community and share ideas for solving the problem. Whidbey Island Center for the Arts is located at 565 Camano Avenue.

Sundays, 9:00am & 11:00am Calvary Chapel, 3821 French Road, Clinton

Unitarian Universalist Sunday Service

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

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

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

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Meetings & Organizations Coupeville Garden Club Thursday, January 5, 9:30am Coupeville Rec Hall Come watch Cheri Bruckner-Burnett show how Wire Art can protect your plants from deer and rabbits. Come for the program and refreshments, and stay for the meeting if you like. The Coupeville Rec Hall is located at 901 NW Alexander St.

Genealogical Society of South Whidbey Monday, January 9, 1:00pm Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland The speaker, Mary Roddy, will discuss FamilyBrowse - FamilySearch.org has millions of images on its website, many of which are unindexed and not searchable. But if you know how to get into the catalog and browse around, you can find images of birth and death certificates, naturalization papers, deeds, wills, estate inventories and more. And FamilySearch is adding more and more such images every month. To take advantage of this everincreasing bounty, it’s important to know how to find these types of records.

Beginning genealogy class meets at 11:45am “Family Stories and Artifacts” The New England / New York Focus Group meets at 11:45am

Suicide Grief Support Group Wednesday, January 11, 6:00pm-7:30pm Hospice of WhidbeyHealth, 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 WhidbeyHealth at (360) 321-1372. There is no charge for this event.

FOSWSP Annual Meeting Thursday, January 12, 7:00pm-8:30pm Freeland Library In addition to highlighting Friends of South Whidbey State Park achievements for the past year, we will discuss the preliminary planning proposals from Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission’s CAMP process and talk about our plans for the coming year. We will also discuss the organizational future of FOSWSP. For more information, email foswsp@ gmail.com

Friends of the Freeland Library Meeting Tuesday, January 17, 1:00pm-3:00pm Freeland Library Find out what the Friends of the Library do to support the library and how you can get involved. Everyone is welcome!

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

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

First Church of Christ, Scientist

Al-Anon Group

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

Oak Harbor

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

Are you troubled by someone’s drinking?

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

Alcoholics Anonymous Every Day, 12:00pm & 8:00pm 432 2nd Street, Langley For more information, call (360) 221-2070

Bingo Every Monday, 7:00pm Elks Lodge, Oak Harbor Open to the public. For more information, call (360) 675-7111.

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Huge recycling project helps Habitat for Humanity of Island County

By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly It is the largest known recycling effort on Whidbey Island.

Habitat for Humanity of Island County is the beneficiary of thousands of pieces of furniture being removed from barracks on board Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.

The furniture removal from Building 380 is part of a regular cycle for the Navy, said Tony Popp, with NASWI public affairs.

“Every eight to ten years, Commander, Naval Installations Command do what they call a furniture replacement for unaccompanied housing,” Popp explained. “The money comes from CNIC and is part of Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s mission to provide quality furnishings to enhance the quality of life for our sailors.”

The New Hampshire company DCI Furniture won a $760,178 contract to replace the furniture in the barracks, which were remodeled in 2006 and received new furniture at that time.

“We were contacted by the company providing the new furniture to the barracks,” said Brett D’Antonio, executive director of Habitat for Humanity of Island County. “Part of its contract is to remove the existing furniture and they were trying to find a way to recycle it.”

According to Popp, there are 163 rooms in the barracks. That translates to more than 300 beds, plus end tables, dressers and small refrigerators being donated to Habitat for resale at its two Whidbey Island stores in Freeland and Oak Harbor. In total there are 2,100 pieces of furniture weighing more than 95 tons that will be reused rather than trashed.

“It hit both stores a couple of weeks ago and they’re still bringing us more,” D’Antonio said.

“It’s all in pretty good condition, but of course we wouldn’t take anything that was broken or damaged. And it’s all good quality, most of it is solid wood.”

A contribution of this size is good news not only for shoppers in need of quality furniture at a reasonable cost, but it helps to further Habitat for Humanity’s mission on Whidbey.

“It’s significant,” said D’Antonio. “That many additional items that we’re going to be able to sell is a huge boost to our inventory and everything we generate from its sale will help fund our ownership program.”

For more information on Habitat for Humanity of Island County and its programs, go to www. islandcountyhabitat.org.

Photo courtesy of Whidbey Island Polar Bear Dive Hundreds of brave Whidbey Island residents will kick off their new year with a plunge into the brisk waters of Useless Bay as they participate in the 12th annual Polar Bear Dive on Double Bluff Beach in Freeland.

Photo courtesy of Whidbey Island Polar Bear Dive You don’t have to dress like a polar bear to take part in the annual Polar Bear Dive at Double Bluff Beach in Freeland.

The 12th annual event is set to take place at noon Sunday.

Whidbey Islanders get ready to plunge into the New Year

By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly It’s a chilly, but refreshing way to kick off the New Year.

Hundreds on Whidbey Island will quite literally plunge into it by participating in the annual Polar Bear Dive to be held at noon Sunday, Jan. 1, at Double Bluff Beach in Freeland.

Jon Gabelein and some friends cooked up the idea in 2004 while sitting around a table at the local Dairy Queen.

“We thought, why don’t we do this Polar Bear Dive?” said Gabelein. “We wondered why anyone would jump into the water, but figured they’d do it for a good cause. That’s how it started, really.”

And they were right. The event has become a tradition on Whidbey Island and each year it raises money for various nonprofit organizations or causes. This year the beneficiary is the 4-H Teen Ambassador Program.

“It’s really cool to put together a fun event for Whidbey Island and do it in support of a deserving nonprofit at the same time,” said Gabelein.

“In return for them benefitting, they help plan the event. It’s the coolest event on Whidbey Island, for sure.”

When he says the “coolest,” Gabelein’s not kidding! Organizers estimate the average water temperature this time of year is around 40 degrees or so. So, that makes the event one of the shortest, too.

“It’s not a long event, that’s for sure,” laughed Gabelein. “I call it 13 seconds of fury. It wakes you right up!”

“Let’s just say I’m reluctantly looking forward to

it,” said Don Gamble, a Freeland resident who has participated in the Polar Bear Dive with his whole family from the beginning.

“It’s invigorating,” he said. “It’s a fun community event.”

Gamble said it was a little easier to take the plunge when the event first started at Holmes Harbor before relocating to Double Bluff.

“We used to jump off the dock, all at the same time,” he said. “It was easier to jump off the dock – you knew you were committed when you felt your toes leave the dock. It’s a little bit harder to run out until you’re chest deep, but it’s still worth it.”

Gabelein estimates as many as 200 people will be brave enough to plunge into the water come New Year’s Day, and there will be many more who come out just to watch those brave enough to meet the challenge.

“We have two or three times that many who come just for the entertainment factor,” he said.

“So it’s a spectator sport as well.”

The plunge itself takes place at noon, but registration begins at 10:30 a.m. The cost to participate is $15 per person and includes a limited edition, commemorative T-shirt (while supplies last).

Refreshments – warm ones – will be available to all participants and to those who don’t choose to dip their toes but do give a donation.

Advance registration is available online at www. swparks.org. Double Bluff Beach is located at 6325 Double Bluff Road, Freeland.

“It’s a nice way to wash away the old year and start anew,” said Gamble.

Dive into the New Year on Whidbey Island: ❅ ❅ ❅ 12th Annual Polar Bear Dive Sunday, Jan. 1 • Noon Cost: $15

Registration begins at 10:30 a.m.

Double Bluff Beach 6325 Double Bluff Road, Freeland Benefits Whidbey Island 4-H Teen Ambassador Program

❅ ❅ ❅ 5K Resolution Run and Polar Bear Plunge Sunday, Jan. 1

5K Fun Run – 11 a.m.

Kids “Lap Around the Lagoon” – 11:30 a.m.

Polar Bear Plunge – Noon Windjammer Park, Oak Harbor Donations accepted to benefit Oak Harbor Rotary’s Backpack for Kids program

❅ ❅ ❅ Polar Bear Plunge Sunday, Jan. 1

Event activities – 10 a.m.

Group Plunge – 10:30 a.m.

Giveaways, hot cocoa and s’mores Individual and group costumes encouraged Rocky Point Recreation Area, Oak Harbor

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2016: THE YEAR IN REVIEW

By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly

It has been a big year for the Whidbey Weekly.

In February, we added news pages, a change warmly welcomed by our readers. Here is a look back at some memorable events and stories that have appeared in these pages over the past 11 months.

FEBRUARY Moore takes the helm at NAS Whidbey Island

“People don’t play pianos anymore, they have electronic keyboards,” he said. “So here you have all these people who have inherited a piano from a family member, but they don’t play them, or the piano is in terrible shape. We’re a throwaway society. People don’t want them anymore.”

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teams from Washington and Oregon to compete in the regional championships.

Farris failed to receive the care and attention he needed due to his mental illness.

For freshman Natalie Hahn, the appeal of robotics has been learning how things work and finding solutions to mechanical problems.

New Jail Chief Jose Briones, said part of the problem was that old procedures were being used.

“I can’t tell you how much I’ve learned,” Hahn said.” It’s changed my life.”

MAY High honors bestowed on Whidbey volunteer Scouter

Coupeville Boys and Girls Club turns 10

“They were locked in an era of old practices,” said Briones. “They were doing things from the 1980s.

We’re putting processes in place if something happens.”

Changes at the jail include a $120,000 security update which includes a 25 percent increase in cameras and an additional viewer for staff. The county also allotted around $250,000 for medical services and deputies are now required to attend Crisis Intervention Training (CIT), making sure that they know how to deal with people in crisis, including those with mental illness and addiction issues. ❖❖❖ Appreciating the Pigeon Guillemot

File photo Capt. Geoff Moore takes the helm of NAS Whidbey Island at a Change of Command ceremony on board the Naval Air Station Feb. 19, 2016.

Capt. Geoff Moore assumed command of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island on February 19, taking over from outgoing commanding officer, Capt. Mike Nortier.

“I stand before you truly humbled at the opportunity to work with each and every one of you, to continue the success of our base and our community by continuing the success of the relationships that Skipper Nortier and previous commanding officers have built and sustained,” Moore said.

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File photo The Coupeville Boys and Girls Club celebrated its 10th birthday at a special block party in March.

The Coupeville Boys and Girls Club celebrated its 10th birthday at a special community block party event in March.

“Our purpose for this celebration is to show the community what we’re doing, how we’ve grown and what our plans for the future are,” said Unit Director Crystal Aguilar.

The club, which falls under the umbrella of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Snohomish County, began as a grass roots effort in 2006. The club had six members when it opened its doors.

Today it averages 56 kids per day and has six paid employees (only one of whom is full time).

The group runs 20 different programs throughout the year.

APRIL Nortier selected to head Island Transit

Ryan’s House for Youth seeks new home

File photo T.J. Pierzchala received the Silver Beaver Award, the highest volunteer award given out to volunteers in May.

Oak Harbor’s T.J. Pierzchala was among six volunteers honored in May by the Mount Baker Council of the Boy Scouts of America with the Silver Beaver Award, which recognizes the distinguished service of registered scouters who have made an impact on youth through their service to the council.

The Mount Baker Council of BSA has about 3,500 volunteers who serve Snohomish, Whatcom, Skagit, Island and San Juan Counties. Recipients of the award must be nominated by their peers, who must complete a lengthy application form detailing the nominee’s involvement and history with the Boy Scouts.

Pierzchala, who is the production manager at Whidbey Weekly, has been involved in scouting for about 10 years and currently serves as a district commissioner.

“I love watching the boys grow, helping them learn new things and become better citizens,” Pierzchala said. “Scouting has given me a better sense of community.”

Pigeon Guillemot Appreciation Day was observed in June at Ott and Murphy’s Winery and Tasting Room in Langley. The event was put on by the Guillemot Research Group, a citizen science project of the Whidbey Audubon Society. ”This is the only regularly breeding seabird in Puget Sound,” said group founder, author and naturalist Frances Wood, adding that about 1,000 of the seabirds nest annually on Whidbey Island. “It’s important to monitor them because this is the only seabird that has been identified as an indicator species.”

“They are like the proverbial canary in the coal mine,” said Govinda Rosling, a past intern with Guillemot Research Group and current volunteer. “It’s nice to keep tabs on the bird’s population; if it’s down, we know there could be a larger problem that needs to be addressed.”

JULY Coupeville woman gains strength through dragon boating

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File photo In February, Ryan’s House for Youth looked to raise enough funds to purchase a vacant motel near Coupeville.

Ryan’s House for Youth made a final push to raise money to purchase a new home, namely the former Countryside Inn Motel just south of Coupeville.

The group had been seeking a permanent facility for a while, according to executive director Lori Cavender. She said the vacant motel could provide everything the organization needs to continue its efforts to help at-risk youth on Whidbey Island.

The organization was able to purchase the motel, which provides 14 rooms, laundry facilities, a large drop-in center, clothing distribution center, office space and three apartments.

MARCH Freeland man offers free pianos

File photo Michael Nortier, former commanding officer of NAS Whidbey Island, was selected as the new executive director of Island Transit in April.

Whidbey Hospital unveils new brand

File Photo Pennie Reese took up dragon boat racing a few years ago.

Michael Nortier, former commanding officer of NAS Whidbey Island, was selected in March to become the new permanent Executive Director of Island Transit. He was one of three finalists for the position.

At a meet and greet held at Island Transit headquarters in Coupeville prior to his selection, Nortier said rebuilding public trust was one of the most important issues facing the county transportation system.

“The board and the staff have done a good job and have made progress over the last year and a half in rebuilding public trust,” said Nortier. “But there are a number of ways to improve that. It won’t happen overnight, but if we communicate in a manner that’s open, if we are good stewards of our finances, that will go a long way towards that goal.” ❖❖❖ Robotics team heads to world championships

File photo Dean Petrich was hoping to give away some 80 pianos he had stored on his property in Freeland.

In March, we introduced Dean Petrich of Freeland, a much sought-after piano technician, more commonly referred to as a piano tuner.

File photo The Oak Harbor High School Robotics Team qualified to move onto national competition in April.

He is also well-known on the south end of Whidbey Island as Deano the Clown. He is entertaining, energetic and creative and saddened by what is happening in the piano industry. He said people today are more likely to get rid of a piano than to buy one.

The Oak Harbor High School robotics team won the prestigious Chairman’s Award at the Pacific Northwest District Championship in Portland, Ore. in April, earning them a spot in the World Robotics Championships.

The 24-member team was among more than 65

In July, Whidbey Weekly introduced you to Pennie Reese of Coupeville, who at the age of 69, became a dragon boat racer.

File photo In May, it was announced that Whidbey General Hospital and all related clinics would be renamed WhidbeyHealth.

It was announced in May that after more than 46 years, the Whidbey Island Public Hospital District, which owns and operates Whidbey General Hospital and eight clinics at 13 locations, would be changing its name in June to WhidbeyHealth, which will be the umbrella name for all District services and locations.

“People want connection and continuity in their healthcare,” said Geri Forbes, CEO of Whidbey General Hospital and Clinics. “Our new name will create greater clarity and convenience for the community we serve.”

Whidbey Island Public Hospital District is a $100 million a year healthcare network with extensive outpatient services at the hospital and at locations from Oak Harbor to Clinton. The hospital is currently in the midst of its fourth major expansion since 1970. Construction of a new 39-room inpatient wing is slated to be finished in mid-2017.

JUNE Island County Jail makes big changes following inmate death Island County Jail has made serious changes a little more than a year after the death of an inmate.

Keaton Farris, who suffered from mental illness, died in the Island County Jail April 7, 2015 of dehydration. An investigation later revealed

Reese took up the sport a few years ago while recovering from breast cancer. She loved it so much, she began traveling to Seattle once a week with two other friends from Whidbey Island. Many people there didn’t think she’d stick with it.

“They figured oh, they’re coming down from Whidbey, they were all sure that would last two or three weeks, a month at the most,” she said.

“But we’re the ones that show up all the time.

We’re there on time and we’re there every single practice.”

Her team will be traveling to Puerto Rico in March to take part in the Pan Am Games. ❖❖❖ Whidbey Rocks creates positive sensation

File photo The Facebook page sensation Whidbey Rocks had everyone looking for colorful, painted rocks.

Colorful, painted rocks began cropping up all over Whidbey Island in July.

The Whidbey Rocks Facebook page, started by Shelly Graham Darnell of Oak Harbor, had more than 5,300 members in less than a month and has kept growing.

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Darnell said it feels good to do something artistic, but the real payoff is seeing how much other people are enjoying Whidbey Rocks.

“It makes me so happy to see all these smiling faces,” she said of the Facebook posts. “And all the creativity blows my mind.”

AUGUST Oak Harbor man believes he’s seeing more than stars

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and a real catalyst for the rebirth of the downtown,” said Barbara Spohn, in an exclusive interview with Whidbey Weekly. Spahn is the acting development director for the property and the former Economic Development Director for the City of Oak Harbor. “When you take a look at all of Oak Harbor, that property is the pivotal piece of downtown to get people off Hwy. 20 and into downtown.” ❖❖❖ Federal grant helps Organic Farm School cultivate next generation of farmers

File photo Oak Harbor’s Don Simon contacted Whidbey Weekly last summer when he believed he was seeing more than stars in the night sky.

File photo Whidbey Island’s Organic Farm School received a federal grant to help cultivate its already successful program.

In August, Oak Harbor’s Don Simon, 74, contacted the Whidbey Weekly to share his observations of the night sky.

A federal grant will help Whidbey Island’s Organic Farm School cultivate a crop of a much needed resource – farmers.

“I thought I saw a star,” said Simon. “All of a sudden, I see a movement. I thought my eyes were going bad or something. It definitely moved. And I thought, “well, that’s no star.””

As we reported in August, the school was one of 37 projects awarded money to help “educate, mentor and enhance the sustainability of the next generation of farmers,” stated a press release from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

The funding is part of the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program. The Farm School was awarded $598,850.

Whidbey Weekly watched the lights from Simon’s home and one other location over the course of approximately three hours, taking several photos with a regular 35mm camera lens. While it was impossible to distinguish any details, our photos did give a good indication of the objects’ location and movement.

Based on our very unscientific observations and by comparing our photos to a map of constellations, we concluded we were most likely looking at the planets Mars and Saturn and the star Antares, which is the brightest star in the constellation Scorpius.

“This was a thoughtful proposal put forth by a group of regional people, with strategic ideas on how to support new farmers in this region,” said Judy Feldman, executive director of the Organic Farm School.

OCTOBER Breast cancer survivors speak out for early detection

“No, I don’t believe it,” Simon said. “I’ve been a student of planetary motion. I’m very familiar with what planets do and where they are.”

from funding for science kits for first graders to new cameras to new sensory activity tables for students in Life Skills classes.

“Today is about two things. It’s about the future of our community and it’s about relationships,” Cozad said. “This is an absolutely historic event.”

“Although the number of grant applications received was down this year, all those we did receive were innovative, well-presented and worthy of funding,” said SWSF board president Chris Gibson.

When the transition is complete in 2020, NAS Whidbey will be home to six active duty P-8A squadrons and one reserve squadron. Each squadron will have seven aircraft.

NOVEMBER Oak Harbor Girl Scouts make blankets of hope

File photo Girl Scouts and Brownies in Oak Harbor pulled together to make three special blankets to be given to those receiving cancer treatments.

Members of Oak Harbor Girl Scout Troop 43596 and Brownie Troop 44374 completed a very special project in November, making three fleece blankets to be donated to local cancer treatment centers.

Whidbey Weekly celebrates 400th issue December marked a momentous occasion: Whidbey Weekly celebrated its 400th issue since publisher Eric Marshall purchased the paper in 2009.

“I’ve been fortunate to develop some really tremendous partnerships, special relationships and good friendships,” he continued. “I’m really pleased with that.” ❖❖❖ Oak Harbor couple’s home overflows with festive firs

“Part of the journey was to figure out how they could be connected in their own community,” explained Girl Scout Troop Leader Kristy Good.

“The younger girls thought there were probably kids who could use comforting during cancer treatments. They wanted to try to give out hope.”

“I’ve really liked spending time with the little girls,” said Carolyn, 11. “The little girls picked this project out and I like their compassion, that they’re doing something to help their community.” ❖❖❖ South Whidbey Schools Foundation passes out early holiday cheer

File photo Norm and Gerry Haveman celebrate the season every year by decorating their Oak Harbor home with nearly 20 Christmas trees.

It is a love affair that has lasted almost as long as their 61-and-a-half-year marriage.

Gerry and Norm Haveman of Oak Harbor love Christmas. If you didn’t know them, it might be hard to tell, except for the four full-size and 15 smaller trees scattered throughout their house.

Their home is literally aglow with good cheer, holiday spirit and lights – lots and lots of lights.

“I figure there’s 1,200 to 1,500 lights on each of the four big trees,” said Norm. “There’s 1,500 on the tree in the front window.”

Goosefoot helps South Whidbey School Garden grow

The Havemans start decorating for Christmas in October to have everything ready by the beginning of December, but they wouldn’t have it any other way.

File photo In October, breast cancer survivors Linda Bass and Tonica Mitchell spoke up for early detection.

To help fund the program, the Goose Community Grocer and Goosefoot, a local nonprofit community and economic development organization on South Whidbey, announced a matching grant of up to $30,000 for community donations for the garden program for the current school year, more than twice the amount of previous matching grants.

DECEMBER

“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 paper worked and I felt that with some new ideas and new energy it could be a viable business.”

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On a beautiful August day on South Whidbey, the birds were singing, bees were buzzing and kids were laughing and enjoying a morning at the school farm behind the South Whidbey Academy off Maxwelton Road, and learning at the same time.

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the future of the Navy’s mission and the Navy’s commitment to the base at a ribbon cutting event.

Simon planned to file a report with MUFON about his observations.

File Photo The South Whidbey School Garden program got a big boost when the Goose Grocer and Goosefoot announced a matching grant of $30,000 for contributions made to the program.

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One of the keys in the fight against breast cancer is early detection; that is one of the main tenants of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The annual campaign each October seeks to raise awareness of the disease by promoting early detection, education and support services.

“It’s like a kick in the stomach when somebody tells you,” said Linda Bass, a 17-year survivor. “I did as much research as I could and the women who shared their stories, that was a big help to me. I survived it. And I always feel that the reason I’m here is to help other people.”

“Your support network is probably the most important thing that you’re going to have to get you through it, and trying to keep a positive attitude,” said five-year survivor Tonica Mitchell.

“Don’t let the little things upset you. Take care of the big things and the little things will take care of themselves.”

File photo Community liaison Jean Shaw and South Whidbey’s own Conductor of Fun, Jim Freeman, announced grant recipients for the South Whidbey Schools Foundation in November.

“If they told me I had to give something up, it wouldn’t be this,” said Gerry. “I love it too much.”

“The look of enjoyment on people’s faces when they see it makes it worth all the work,” said Norm.

Christmas came a little early for teachers and students when South Whidbey Schools Foundation community liaison Jean Shaw and South Whidbey’s own Conductor of Fun, Jim Freeman, paid surprise visits to a number of classrooms in the South Whidbey School District to share some good news.

SWSF awarded nearly $20,000 in grants to cover 13 out of 16 grant requests that ranged

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There are also smaller gardens at the Langley elementary, middle and high schools. All are used as part of school curriculum and the gardens also provide fresh, organic produce to the school cafeterias.

SEPTEMBER Vacant Bayshore property changes hands It was announced in September that a large, vacant tract of land between Bayshore Drive and SE Pioneer Way in downtown Oak Harbor had new owners for the first time since 1911.

The property was sold for $1.6 million to Corridor Ventures, a private investment group that aims to develop the property.

“It’s going to be such a vibrant piece of property

File photo After long anticipation, the Navy welcomed the P8-A Poseidon to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. The aircraft will replace the P-3 Orion.

A new era began at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island in October, as it officially began its transition from the P-3C Orion to the P-8A Poseidon.

Rear Admiral Kyle Cozad, Commander, Patrol and Reconnaissance Group, discussed the important role NAS Whidbey Island will play in

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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.

Central Whidbey Lions First and Third Thursdays, 12:00pm Tyee Restaurant, Coupeville

Conversations of War and Return First & Third Fridays, 7:00pm-8:30pm Trinity Lutheran Church, Old Building, Freeland Veterans Steve Durbin and Chuck McIntyre host a room of conversations for veterans, family members and caregivers. They need to hear your stories. Contact Chuck at (360) 579-1059 or Steve at (360) 678-2928.

Coupeville Chess Club Second and Fourth Fridays, 6:45pm-9:00pm Coupeville Library All skill levels welcomed. Please bring a board if possible. Spread the word and come down for some leisurely play. For information, call (631) 357-1941.

Coupeville Lions Every Wednesday, 6:30pm Coupeville Methodist Church, Coupeville

Debtors Anonymous Every Sunday, 6:00pm WGH Board Room, Coupeville If you are having problems with money and debt and think that you may be a compulsive debtor, the program of Debtors Anonymous can help you. No situation is hopeless. Find the solution that leads to solvency and serenity. Debtors Anonymous is a 12-step program based upon the 12-steps first developed and used by Alcoholics Anonymous. Call (515) 451-3749 for directions to location or for more information.

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

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

Gambler’s Anonymous Every Saturday, 9:00am Whidbey General Hospital, Coupeville Downstairs in conference room near Cafeteria. A new meeting will start in Oak Harbor at the First United Methodist Church Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm downstairs in classroom 3, 1050 SE Ireland Street. Open Meeting.

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.

NAR-ANON Every Tuesday, 7:00pm-8:00pm St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Clinton NAR-ANON family groups are world-wide for those affected by someone else’s addiction.

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church is located at 6309 Wilson Place.

North Whidbey Island Rotary Sunrise Every Wednesday, 7:00am Whidbey Golf Club, Oak Harbor

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NWCA Whidbey Island #150 First Tuesday, 6:00pm Building 22, Seaplane Base, Oak Harbor We are a national Navy Wives club that has been doing charity and volunteer work in this community for over 50 years. For more information, call (360) 679-5115.

Oak Harbor Emblem Club Second Tuesday, 7:00pm Elks Lodge, Oak Harbor For more information, call (360) 675-7111.

Oak Harbor Lions Club Every Wednesday, 7:00pm Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, 155 NE Ernst Street Dinner available from the menu at 6:00pm meeting starts at 7:00pm. Visitors and prospective members welcome. For information, call Robert O’Dell at (360) 679-9468.

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

Group & Private Lessons, Adults, Teens, Children, Wedding Dances, Special Events/ Parties. 4 Free Lessons for Unaccompanied Men. Located just north of Oak Harbor (Dugualla Bay). Classes on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Thursday evenings.

Offering classes in: Smooth Dances: Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango Latin & Rhythm: EC Swing, WC Swing, Cha Cha, Rumba, Mambo, Merengue, Bolero, Samba Club Dances: Salsa, Night Club 2-step, Hustle, Bachata

Introduction to Mindfulness Wednesday, January 11, 7:00pm-8:30pm Langley United Methodist Church A free Orientation to Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Speakers: Kurt Hoelting and Josh Berkowitz.

MSBR teaches you to relieve stress and manage pain more effectively through practical mind/body awareness techniques and offers an invitation to move toward greater balance, control and participation in life.

This free orientation provides an intro to mindfulness and an overview of the 8-week MSBR course that begins on January 18.

Details & registration at: http://bit.ly/mbsrwhidbey for 8 week course For more information, email kurt@cascadiamindfulness.com or joshua.berkowitz@gmail. com

NRA Beginning Pistol Shooting Seminar Friday, January 20, 6:00pm-9:00pm Saturday, January 21, 9:00am-5:00pm NWSA Range, Oak Harbor Cost: $25 This seminar will teach the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary to own a pistol. This Beginning Pistol Shooting Seminar will also help prepare the student for participation in other NRA courses. This class includes shooting on the NWSA Pistol Range, located at 886 Gun Club Road, off Oak Harbor Road.

For questions or to register, call NRA instructor John Hellmann at (360) 675-8397 or email NWSA.Training@gmail.com. Additional information can be found at www.northwhidbeysportsmen.org.

Island 911

Seriously, we do not make this stuff up!

THURSDAY, November 10 11:51am, Cerullo Dr. Reporting big black 4-door Chevy truck just flew down her driveway. Believes subject driving the truck is same subject associated with an argument a few weeks ago involving a machete, as well as ran over reporting party’s landlord.

watched. Takes dog out around 2130 and saw someone standing around location.

3:04pm, Colonial Way Ongoing problem with neighbors dogs wandering the neighborhood. Smaller/ young chocolate lab & small beagle.

Owners let them out in the morning and they defecate on caller’s yard.

1:56pm, Commercial St. Reporting party advising Hispanic man has been drinking, now urinating near highway 525 after being escorted out.

6:26pm, East Harbor Rd. Reporting party advising graphic wording written on Trump sign in private yard.

Requesting it be removed, not appropriate for children.

8:40pm, Blackburn Rd. Reporting party came home less than 5 minutes ago and saw subject run behind her house and between house and garage. Subject told reporting party “some drunk kid is chasing me.” Left thru front but returned.

FRIDAY, November 11 6:39am, Daisy Ln. Reporting two cows walking down Maxwelton Rd. near Daisy Ln. Reporting party was driving by, unknown who they belong to.

7:58am, SR 525 White male, 30’s, standing on side of the road with his pants down.

10:24am, Classic Rd. Experiencing internet access cable problems for years. States crooks have been bugging him for years.

1:54pm, SR 20 Caller advising white female, short hair, orange beanie, black jacket, blue jeans, urinated on side of road.

2:30pm, East Harbor Rd. Reporting a sign in yard referencing Trump. Very upset over the vulgar writing on sign. Says “grab her by the p**y.”

2:35pm, Champion Ln. Reporting party requesting call referencing neighbor building private dirt race track. Request to know legality.

2:39pm, Honeymoon Bay Rd. Reporting what appeared to be unmarked police car drove on lawn approximately 7 minutes ago. Did not see any part of license plate. Last seen taking left on SR 525. Older white sedan with spotlight on the side, like an older police car.

3:51pm, Sunlight Dr. Caller advising has been paying cell phone bill for estranged girlfriend, refuses to return phone.

8:41pm, East Harbor Rd. Requesting call referencing cat stuck in tree. Wants to know if law enforcement can help.

8:46pm, SR 525 Reporting party advising committed a crime and wants to be taken into custody.

Refusing any further, doesn’t want to talk about it on phone.

9:38pm, Morning Mist Ln. Reporting party believes she is being

SATURDAY, November 12 9:57am, Brighton Beach Rd. Advising having problem with landlord.

Just arrived in driveway, flipped caller off, now heading down the street. Sitting down the street watching residence.

2:39pm, Mutiny Bay Rd. Caller had accident on bike near location last night. Wife picked him up and took him to Whidbey General Hospital. Left his bike at location and now it's gone.

3:06pm, Sunlight Dr. Reporting party advising suspect in white Ford pickup stole all reporting party’s batteries out of vehicle.

7:11pm, Freeland Ave. Reporting neighbor harassing caller for three days. States neighbor is yelling and screaming at caller, accusing caller of looking in windows. Ongoing problem.

Caller was told to call law enforcement if it happened again.

9:31pm, Topaz Ct. Roommate took his belongings and is refusing to give them back. Threw some of them away. Both parties on scene, have been drinking.

10:05pm, Topaz Ct. Advising when law enforcement left, male said sexual things.

11:22pm, Sonic Ln. Advising subjects out around property are shutting off power to caller’s house.

States using walkie talkies to talk to each other. States were at least two subjects.

SUNDAY, November 13 4:57pm, E Frostad Rd. Just south of intersection, 2 kids digging on side of hill. Caller advising it was “scary that they are doing it,” Unable to explain why.

5:56pm, Bayview Rd. Caller requesting number for Scottsdale, Arizona. While on hold to research number, caller hung up. Upon recall, line is busy.

7:21pm, Taylor Rd. Black cow on Fakkema Rd. heading toward Taylor Rd., eastbound.

MONDAY, November 14 6:39am, Weida View Ln. Caller advising black cow walking on road towards SR 20. Additional caller advising saw 3 cows 2 minutes ago.

8:20am, W Cross Island Rd. Reporting party states tall, skinny male, black hoodie and black pants, jumped and slid down hill near location. Strange as male came out of the woods behind residence in the area. Male continued walking, last seen heading southbound on N West Camano Dr. 8:47am, Monkey Hill Rd. Two loose horses at location. Both are brown. Not in the roadway now but on the side of the roadway.

Report provided by OHPD & Island County Sheriff’s Dept.

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Film Shorts

By Carey Ross Assassin’s Creed: This movie stars Michael Fassbender, Marion Cotillard, Charlotte Rampling, Brendan Gleeson, and Jeremy Irons–and somehow it is still the worst movie you have ever seen. I guess video game movies really are cursed.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 56 min.)

Collateral Beauty: This is one of those movies that arrives in theaters with little fanfare despite having a star-studded cast (Will Smith, Helen Mirren, Kate Winslet, Keira Knightley, Edward Norton, more) that will teach us all how to find beauty in our lives or something. I don’t really know.  (PG-13 • 1 hr. 37 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.)

Fences: Denzel Washington directs and stars in this adaptation of August Wilson’s Pulitzer- and Tony-winning play of the same name. Powerhouse performances by Washington and the truly, madly, deeply amazing Viola Davis will no doubt catch the eye of Oscar and his esteemed Academy.  (PG-13 • 2 hrs. 13 min.)

La La Land: First filmmaker Damien Chazelle blew our minds (and got national treasure J.K. Simmons a well-deserved Oscar) with "Whiplash." Now he’s back with this endlessly engaging confection of an old-school musical set in present-day Hollywood and starring my boyfriend Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. The vast majority of this year’s Oscar talk begins and ends with this movie, so expect to be wowed accordingly.  (PG-13 • 2 hrs. 7 min.)

Manchester By the Sea: Director Kenneth Lonergan grippingly sad and surprisingly funny (note: this is not a comedy) story of grief and familial dysfunction in a Massachusetts coastal town. Come see the movie and watch Casey Affleck and Michelle Williams earn Oscar nominations right before your very eyes.  (R • 2 hrs. 15 min.)

Office Christmas Party: Jennifer Aniston goes up against Jason Bateman and T.J. Miller in this comedic caper in which the major plot conceit is revealed by the title, and nothing gets more subtle from there.

Maybe 2017 will be the year in which comedies are funny again.  (R • 1 hr.

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Sing: A group of plucky animated animals bands together to help save an ailing theater with a singing contest. Nothing about this movie is particularly inspired, but it is as entertaining as it is engaging– further confirming my feeling that animation houses are kicking the pants off their live-action counterparts when it comes to consistently solid moviemaking.  (PG • 1 hr. 48 min.)

Why Him?: All of the considerable talent– Bryan Cranston, Megan Mullally (especially her), Keegan-Michael Key–is wasted in this lackluster comedy, but James Franco’s ability to poke fun at himself remains intact, if ill-used here.  (R • 1 hr. 51 min.)

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Let’s Dish! with Kae Harris

LUCKY DISH! Ah the bells have been jingled, Santa has been whisked off by his reindeer into the night, back to the North Pole to recover from his globetrotting contributions. With all the festive cheer subsiding (momentarily) and the ‘figuring out what to do with leftovers’ has begun, it’s time enough to focus on New Year.

That’s right! 2016 is coming to an end and we are stepping into the next year. How will you walk into 2017? Well I like to include the symbolic foods many people eat going from one year into the next and talk a little about what each one represents. And who knows? Maybe you'll decide to incorporate these in your New Year’s celebrations one day. Perhaps even, this year!

January of the upcoming year marks a new start for so many of us. We say goodbye to last year and resolve to do something different, visit new places, see new things and for me it’s always, always, always to try new food. I know I have included similar articles over the last couple New Year’s but it’s important I think, to highlight the prospect of renewal, luck and prosperity. I’ll eat or drink to that any day!

So Grapes (seeing as how this little fruit can be both eaten or drank – but in this case eaten), are consumed in a dozen at midnight. This Spanish tradition dates back to the beginning of the 1900s, (1909 to be exact) where those who grew grapes in the Alicante region of Spain would eat

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one grape at each stroke of the clock starting at midnight between December 31st and January 1st. Each grapes signifies an upcoming month in the year ahead and I might add that you should pay attention to the taste of each grape. If one of them is a little sour, it’s believed by some that the month the grape represented might be a little sour itself. This tradition has spread to Portugal, Ecuador and Peru since 1909 so it’s relatively widespread. If you decide to include it in your own celebrations, I wish all your grapes sweet!

Next up, seafood. Fish namely, are supposed to bring good luck, wealth and prosperity. Fish scales are emblematic of money as their somewhat shiny appearance makes them seem like coins. In addition, fish swim in a forward motion and this is particularly important as it signifies the forward progression we all strive for in life. In Japan, herring roe is eaten in hopes of ensuring fertility, dried sardines for an abundant harvest (as sardines at one point in time were purportedly used as a fertilizer on rice fields) and shrimp are consumed in a bid to bring about long life. Seafood would be a great option to serve over any New Year’s celebration because, well…look where we live!

Any food in the shape of a ring or circle can also be eaten with the intention of inviting luck and prosperity into your life. If it’s a sweet circular shaped food, a cookie or cake, even better. The sweetness is a wish for the same in the upcoming year and the circular shape a hope that sweetness will come full circle, to year end in 2017. Dough-

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Speaking of round, pork is supposed to be an exceptionally lucky food. The first reason for this is pigs are typically rotund, large animals and this represents abundance. In addition, they root forward with their noses, a symbol of progression for the forthcoming year. (It’s also the same reason why we tend to eat fowls over Christmas as they scratch backwards in the dirt, so it’s as though by eating chicken or turkey we are laying to rest the year that’s about to come to a close.) BLT’s, pork crackling, pork tenderloin, chops, ham, sausage and so on. Any way you choose to eat pork will hopefully bring you some luck and abundance.

But if you don’t eat pork, that’s fine because there are lots of other believed-to-be lucky foods one can eat over the New Year. Noodles, for example are eaten by many people all over the world in a bid to coax in longevity. The key here I’m told, is to slurp them down without breaking or chewing them…I don’t know so much about the not chewing part as that’s kind of central to digestion.

Either way, eat up a bowl of noodles; chicken chow Mein, and vegetable lo Mein, pho, spaghetti and meatballs, something with long noodles that longevity might be able to catch a ride on into your life.

Green. Yes, indeed greens cannot be left off of a New Year’s celebratory menu. Collard greens are always a great choice for a side dish. In fact, if you cook them up with some black eyed peas the endeavor here is money (The collard greens representing dollar bills and the black eyed peas, coins) will find its way into your home. But let’s face it, black eyed peas and collard greens are tasty regardless of the luck they represent, so even if you eat them just because they taste good, that’s quite alright too!

The last lucky food I would like to mention here are grains. Quinoa, rice, and barley for instance make their stand for abundance. You could make countless dishes out of these three tasty and healthy grains. Baked rice pudding, stir fried rice

(with shrimp to boot), vegetable barley soup, sweet barley porridge, so on and so forth, because like I always say, your limit is in your will to create and where the edges of your imagination lie.

I hope you had a lovely festive season and this last year has brought you many wonderful things. I hope the coming year blesses you all with good health, love, peace, harmony and everything else you hope for yourself and your loved ones. I will include a recipe for Vasilopita I found on this awesome website: www.californiagreekgirl.com. I will try this myself and feel free to let me know how you liked it if you do make it. We can compare notes. Have a safe and happy New Year everyone and remember to send in any comments, questions, information and of course any recipes you wish to share because as always, I’d love to hear from you, so Lets Dish!

Vasilopita ½ lb butter, melted 2 cups sugar 6 tablespoons baking powder 4 cups flour 3 eggs Zest of one orange ½ cup milk Grease the sides and bottom of a 12x3 inch round cake pan. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Melt the butter and beat with an electric mixer (or by hand if you are able) until the color is light. Put aside. Beat eggs until very light in color (approximately 4 minutes). Add sugar and beat another 4 minutes. Add milk, baking powder, and orange zest to egg mixture and continue to mix. Add to the egg mixture, the butter and flour alternately, mixing after each addition until all incorporated. Pour batter into the cake pan and bake 30 to 35 minutes until light golden brown.

Allow to cool, dust with powdered sugar, serve and enjoy! www.bonapetite.com/test-kitchen/ingredients/ slideshow/foods-to-bring-good-luck-new-year To read past columns of Let's Dish in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www.whidbeyweekly.com.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) New Year’s resolutions hold particular meaning for you in 2017. And while the focus of your chosen improvement goal is likely to be on you alone, partnerships are the means by which you will most effectively improve your life. Pay attention to the moments when a partner triggers adverse emotions in you.

Those are your clues to the areas in which you truly need to grow, and they may not be the areas you think.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Your thoughts this week are naturally on yourself as you wonder how to make life in 2017 easier and more enjoyable. But your richest areas for personal growth and self expansion will reveal themselves through your dealings with other people. Do you blame your failures in 2016 on the weaknesses of others?

Look carefully. Others’ weaknesses may well be showcasing traits you need to work on in yourself GEMINI (May 21-June 21) You’re probably looking back on 2016 with some regret that things weren’t easier. It’s natural to feel that life would be different if only you were completely free to explore it in your own way. But ask yourself which hurt you most, the challenges you faced, or your chosen responses to them? How you answer will shape your goals for 2017. Choice of response is always the area of greatest freedom, and therefore the quickest route to happiness.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) You’re likely bearing the weight of what feels like too many responsibilities this week. A worthy goal for 2017 would thus be to better manage yourself in terms of time and how you go about living up to your commitments. Someone more adept than you in matters of efficiency may act as a mentor and role model if you can put your ego aside long enough to learn from them. Accept wellmeant critiques without taking them personally.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Hold your goals for 2017 lightly enough that you can adapt them to late-week’s changing circumstances. Your motivation is likely to undergo revision in light of the new situation.

Flexibility rather than resistance is the key to making change work for you. If other people figure into your plans, be sure to hear them out before making changes. Thinking only of yourself leads to problems down the road.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) If others seem insensitive to your feelings this week, ask whether it is really them, or your own lack of confidence that troubles you. It’s an important question when considering what you wish to accomplish in the new year. Owning your personal role in

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) It’s likely in 2017 that you’ll want to involve others in what could as easily be your personal goals to achieve alone. Joint goals set you up for failure due to weaknesses of the partner, it is true, but you can grow enormously as a person in this way, if that is your desire. You can learn much about yourself by how you react to the failings of others. Tandem or alone, the choice is yours.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) The inspiration you feel to make yourself a better person in 2017 has a financial component to it.

You may feel unable to afford the means to accomplish the goal you’ve set. Or your goal may be simply to increase your net worth.

Either way, the goal itself is less important than the insights into yourself that you gain by tackling it. The new skills in living that you acquire in the process are the real prize.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) In your effort to improve the under-performing areas of your life, you’re probably wanting to accomplish too much, too soon.

Work as fast as you want, but understand that do-overs are to be expected because much of what you do won’t work out exactly as planned. Letting a sense of adventure replace your urgency to get things right will make your path easier. Some of your most deeply held beliefs are due for revision.

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Your week and the year beginning are all about life’s ups and downs. If broken situations seem perpetually in your path, it’s because now is your opportunity to test your strengths and become better aware of your weaknesses. In the cycle of worldly achievements, you are at the point of taking stock to see how well you’ve done. The next step will be to build anew, but first you must assess yourself as you are.

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) If long-term goals and commitments you’ve made are in any way troublesome, the reasons why are now coming clear.

Faulty judgements and the fallacies that prompted you to make them stand to be revealed this week and in the coming year. Now is the time to make corrective actions regarding your goal. Have you been too selfish in your viewpoints? The more honest your appraisal, the more effective will be your attempts to make life better.

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PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) You’re moving quickly toward a deeper understanding of yourself and what works for you. The lessons are often of the negative sort when things don’t work as planned. Your failures can seem like time wasted, but really they’re an expected part of your process.

Failures point out weaknesses in your approach, which are really weaknesses in your most cherished beliefs. This week and the new year have much to reveal in that regard. © 2016, Wesley Hallock, All Rights Reserved

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