Whidbey Weekly, February 16, 2017

February 16 through February 22, 2017

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February 16-22, 2017

NAS Whidbey Island SAR Medically Transfers Four Search and Rescue (SAR) teams from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island conducted four separate Medical Evacuations (MEDEVACs) between Sunday, Feb. 5, and Friday, Feb. 10, 2017.

The first was from Friday Harbor Airport to PeachHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, the second from Friday Harbor Airport to Island Hospital in Anacortes, the third from Jefferson County Hospital to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, and the fourth from Lopez Island to Providence Regional Medical Center in Everett.

The SAR crew of five received an alert Sunday, Feb. 5 for a patient at the PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center in Friday Harbor suffering from stroke-like symptoms at approximately 6:45 p.m.

After a thorough discussion with the chain-of-command about inclement weather conditions, and seriousness of the patient’s condition, the command approved the evening launch. The crew began preparations to launch the helicopter after reviewing the local weather.

The crew dodged pockets of heavy rain, snow and fog along the 20 mile route to pick up the patient, arriving at the island airport shortly before 8 p.m. Once on deck, the Search and Rescue Medical Technician (SMT) conducted the patient turnover with the local medical personnel, then readied for an immediate departure to PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, WA. Knowing the weather was going to be similar along the route to Bellingham, the crew conducted an intensive study of the local map, while on deck at the airport and determined a route to expedite the flight to the hospital. The

Flight Operations Notification for NAS Whidbey Island Complex Aircraft carrier-based flight training for aircraft stationed at NAS Whidbey Island is scheduled to occur at Ault Field the morning of Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017. No Field Carrier Landing Practice (FCLP) operations are scheduled to occur at the Outlying Field (OLF) in Coupeville, WA. People living in local communities should remain aware that the aforementioned operations are not the only operations out of NAS Whidbey Island, particularly at Ault Field, which is a 24-hour-a-day operational facility.

There are many other training evolutions that people may hear. However the aircraft carrier flight training operations are types of operations that involve lower altitude flight training in close vicinity to the airfield.

Both runways at Ault Field are now open. The base will make every effort to let the community know if there are additions to published schedules.

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helicopter launched at about 8:30 p.m. and arrived shortly after 9 p.m. where the patient was turned over to a higher level of care.

Naval Aircrewman Second Class Francisco Toledo said, “This was without a doubt one of the most challenging nights of flying we’ve had in a long time, but the crew worked together discussing concerns and coming up with a plan that would allow us to get this patient to the higher level of care they needed.”

The next mission was for a high risk pregnancy patient in active labor at the PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center in Friday Harbor just after 1:15 a.m. Thursday. After receiving the alert, the SAR crew thoroughly reviewed weather along the route, readied the aircraft, and launched just after two in the morning. Based on the potential for a birth in flight, the crew decided to take a second Search and Rescue Medical Technician (SMT) in order to provide advanced medical support to mother and child, should it be needed. The crew faced low clouds and driving rain, but visibility was good and they arrived at the island airport at 2:20 a.m. Once on deck, both SMTs conducted patient turnover with the local medical personnel while the pilots and crew chief reviewed weather for the next leg of flight. The crew determined the best route to Island Hospital in Anacortes would be to circle south and then east of the San Juan Islands, in order to avoid low clouds to the north. The SMTs returned with the patient and were ready to depart for the hospital just before 3:00 a.m. The crew departed and flew to Island Hospital where the patient was delivered to a higher level of care at 3:15 a.m.

Naval Aircrewman First Class Justin Colon said, "Despite some low clouds on the way to Friday Harbor, we were able to fly clear of the weather and use our landmarks to safely transfer the patient."

The third mission occurred later the same evening while a different SAR Alert crew was on a routine training mission in Crescent Harbor. The crew received notification of a MEDEVAC from the Jefferson County Hospital in Port Townsend, WA for an elderly female suffering from an arterial blockage. Since the crew was already at the end of their training flight, they returned to NAS Whidbey Island to refuel and pick up a gurney. While on deck, the crew reviewed weather and determined that because of the forecast of low visibility, a patient transfer at Jefferson County airport would be the safest and most expeditious option. The mission was approved at 8:15 p.m. and the helicopter was airborne a minute later. Once off deck, the crew checked in with Jefferson County Fire/EMS and learned of a vessel reported to be on fire only three miles from their position. Due to their proximity to the vessel, the crew briefly halted their transit south and conducted a low pass over the boat, determining it was not in distress and required no assistance. Continuing on their original mission, the crew landed at Jefferson County International Airport where an ambulance and other emergency personnel were waiting. After conducting a thorough patient turnover, the crew launched just before 9:00 p.m. for the flight to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, where they landed 15 minutes later.

The fourth mission occurred Friday morning and was for a patient suffering from cardiac issues on Lopez Island. The SAR Alert crew of six launched at 11:36 a.m. and arrived at the Lopez Island airport 10 minutes later, helped by a strong tailwind. Once on deck, the two SMTs conducted patient turnover and loaded the patient onto the helicopter.

The crew departed the island airport just after 12:15 p.m. and proceeded directly to Snohomish County Airport in Everett, WA. During this leg, a strong headwind slowed the flight down, but they landed at the airport 30 minutes after takeoff and met an Advanced Life Support (ALS)-capable ambulance for patient transfer to Providence Regional Medical Center.

NAS Whidbey Island SAR has conducted eight MEDEVACs in 2017, and has also conducted one search. In 2016, the unit conducted 51 missions including 14 MEDEVACS, 24 Rescues, and 13 Searches totaling 53 lives delivered to a higher level of care.

The Navy SAR unit operates three MH-60S helicopters from NAS Whidbey Island as search and rescue/medical evacuation (SAR/MEDEVAC) platforms for the EA-18G aircraft as well as other squadrons and personnel assigned to the installation. Pursuant to the National SAR Plan of the United States, the unit may also be used for civil SAR/MEDEVAC needs to the fullest extent practicable on a non-interference basis with primary military duties according to applicable national directives, plans, guidelines and agreements; specifically, the unit may launch in response to tasking by the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (based on a Washington State Memorandum of Understanding) for inland missions, and/or tasking by the United States Coast Guard for all other aeronautical and maritime regions, when other assets are unavailable.

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I remember it like it was yesterday, even though I do not know when yesterday was. After asking Dad what he wanted for Christmas one year, he responded with a very kind, “That's okay, son. I don't need anything.

I have everything I need. You don't need to get me anything.”

Of course, I took it personally thinking what Dad actually meant was, “That's okay, son.

You'd have to borrow money from me to afford to get me something I would like.”

Having reached the decade in my life Dad was when he was in no need of more possessions, I must say, I am finally there. There is nothing I need.

No more stuff. Enough stuff. In fact, I could do a reality TV show for Whidbey TV called Enough N' Stuff. Daily trips to Island Recycling unloading my stuff and the stuff of others. With real-life characters such as Jill and Dave Campbell, this show would be a slam stuff.

Like the 70's, comedy spin-offs would abound with The Ken Church Show, where the versatile Kenny could interview himself, but as Alec Baldwin, John Malkovich, or Richard Nixon.

With Mr. A of the Holmes Team working at Island Recycling, a spin-off show called the Holmes @ Home would be great, featuring incredible stories about people with Jeeps and their abandoned spare parts.

Island Recycling, while we are on it, and often in it, is a paradise of plethora, perfunctified by plastic, perishables, and other pre-modern personalizations. Take the tourists for a tour, but not on Mondays. It is quiet time for the stuff.

Back to my stuff Now that I am walking sideways in my kitchen to get to the caboose, where I walk sideways to get anywhere, I know Dad was once again correctamundo–No more stuff.

Let me know if you need any vinyl. I have every record I ever bought stored in liquor boxes in the kitchen. Some of those liquor boxes are sturdier than my alders.

In the meantime, don't ever spray hand sanitizer in your mouth. The buzz created by the combination of 62% ethyl alcohol, dimethecone copolyol, carbomer, aloe vera juice, triethanolamine, and fragrance, is beyond the Twilight Zone.

I think the fragrance is the worst of all the flavors I experienced after accidentally spraying the sanitizer in my mouth, thinking it was breath spray. I wanted to smell good for my phone call to Grandma.

The hand sanitizer fragrance is called–White Ginger Hemp. The bottle says, “This STUFF is GOOD for YOU.” I don't know how Ginger squeezed the juice out of the ropes to make this stuff, but the only thing that took the taste out of my mouth was an Odwalla Strawberry Smoothie. They won't offer this suggestion if you call 911. I discovered it after failed attempts with water, Listerine, and stale Kellogg Frosted Mini-Wheats. I may try cherry yogurt next. The taste of this stuff is back. As I write, I am beginning to savor the organic buffet of hand sanitizer again. Mom's Ivory tasted much better.

The other day Recently, as I watched the local caboose deer eat the rabbit food served in abandoned Jimmy Dean breakfast bowl containers, I realized again the joys I continue to have with my childhood possessions. My transistor radio tops the list.

Transistor radios work anywhere I transit.

Even if I am sitting still, staring out the window at the stars while I search for another station in the Bay Area, or maybe trying to catch a skip to hear all the way to Bakersfield, I can thrill in the hunt.

Whidbey Weekly Transistor radios do not require a password.

Transistor radios cannot be hacked or put on Facebook to embarrass my granddaughter when she is old enough to tweet. By the way, for you regular, irregular readers, Malia is crawling now. If baby Malia is as fast at crawling as her Grandma was at running, Mom, God Mom, and Grand Mom will all be eating their Wheaties, “the breakfast of crawling champions.” Wonder how Malia Mae will do chasing a chihuahua.

Wall art Tonight, I had to move some pictures on my caboose walls. After moving televisions, my favorite picture of Mom had to be moved.

The best nail for her new location was by Dad's picture of a Jackson Hole, Wyoming sunset. At least I think it is Jackson Hole.

Like most kids, I forget the whole story. It's hard to remember the whole truth when you are not listening at full speed.

By placing Mom's professionally framed photo next to Dad's professionally framed photo, I have to tilt the pictures about eight degrees for them to fit the space.

I could move the nail, but that would require relocating a cork board closer to the wood stove. Smokey the Bear may get tweaked.

So, I'm living with the tilt, not unlike my pinball machine in the kitchen.

There were many years when I could not look at pictures of my folks. The pics were stored. Being executor has it's drawbacks.

You get to keep the memories. Don't ever do it unless you have a garage.

In another box by the family pictures, some of which I now display, I have answering machine cassettes from 1974 until 1996. On those tapes, in pristine condition, in marked business size envelopes, are the voices of happy people, angry people, confused people, and many people who have moved on.

I have not listened to any of those tapes since they were recorded. Do I really want to hear my basset Norton bark again?

So, for now, I do what I can trying to control my sentimental gene, very strong in our family of the living and not so living.

As we used to say during Marine Corps Troop and Stomp in boot camp, “Onward and upward!”

Chow down Despite the lack of inquiry, for those of you who are disinterested from time to time, we offer the January 11, 2017 menu highlights from the elegant Bienvenido a Espana dinner held at the Ira Culver House in Greenwood. If you speak Spanish or Ladino, you will know of what we speak. If not, have fun guessing.

The meal began with Sopa de pollo con fideos (not fidos). After the muy grande salada of manchego cheese, manzanilla olives, tomatoes, croutons, garbanzo beans, garden greens, and a sherry wine vinaigrette, came the entrees.

Pringa, patatas con pimenton, and coliflor rebozada would have been my choice over the gambas al ajillo, arroz paella, and espinacas a la catalana. But, I can tell you this, in any language–Bring on the dessert first! Churros con chocolate. Ay caramba!

Before I forget, Happy Presidents' Day. No matter how we feel, we all have one or two of the forty-five we would like to have as a Chia Pet. To read past columns of On Track in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www.whidbeyweekly.com.

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So, break out your transistor, sister! Shock your tweet mates. Put your ear buds in something uncontrollable. Experience the ins and outs of radio signals as you drive through eastern Washington, central Arizona, or west Texas.

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Bits & Pieces end and the annual event celebrates its 33rd anniversary February 25 – 26, 2017. You are invited to join other sleuths, interview live suspects, view the scene of the crime, read the sensational newspaper stories, gather clues, and try to identify the murderer.

Letters to the Editor Editor, In a naked misuse of their power, County Commissioners Jill Johnson and Rick Hannold punished the people of Coupeville after the Town Council drafted comments for the Navy EIS telling why more Growler flights should not be added to their noise-shattered town.

For this impertinence by their Town Council, the two commissioners have denied the taxpaying citizens of Coupeville a $600,000 grant from rural county economic development funds to build a community green on an open space in the city. The funds come from state sales taxes that are returned to the counties and administered by the commissioners.

The shocking thing is that Johnson and Hannold admit openly and proudly that they did this to punish the town they call “antiNavy.” Johnson feels punched in the face by Coupeville, so she’s punching back. (Wouldn’t you?)

Hannold says, “It’s a poor use of tax dollars to support a town that is hostile toward the economic driver of the county,” meaning the Navy. Let the Navy do whatever it wants, Coupeville, without bothering it with petty concerns about your health, your drinking water, your quality of life. Or else.

And if Town Councilwoman Pat Powell, who is director of the Whidbey Camano Land Trust, applies for a Conservation Futures Fund grant for the land trust, Hannold says, “I would be lying if I said it [her participation in the EIS comments] wouldn’t be at the back of my mind.”

When a public official can use his power to punish a whole town for the actions of a few, without fear of being kicked out of office, and threatens to do it again if he has the opportunity, Trumpism has come to Island County.

Ann Adams, Oak Harbor

Editor, As I read the article in Saturday’s Whidbey News Times regarding our two Republican Commissioners and their vote to deny Coupeville a Federal Grant, two pictures came to mind. One was from my many years of teaching in public school working with fifth graders and the other was of our Commander-inChief’s manner of acting Presidential.

To hear that a commissioner justified her negative vote because of, in her words, Coupeville’s “anti-Navy” stance and because “they started it,” is reminiscent of a fight on the playground involving fifth graders with the excuse that “he started it” so I get to punch him back. I thought the Commissioners were adults, not petulant, vindictive children!

The other picture is a reflection of what we hear coming out of the White House on a daily basis. Mixing personal feelings with every directive and proclamation is not acting like an elected public official working in the best interest of one’s constituents.

I sincerely hope the Commissioners will reconsider this grant proposal.

Jack Tingstad, Coupeville

Langley’s 33rd Annual Mystery Weekend Without fail, every February someone commits a terrible crime in Langley and it’s up to YOU to figure out who-dun-it. It’s Mystery Week-

This year, residents of Langley are baffled by large muddy footprints appearing all over the tiny town since the first of the year. While some locals have reported sightings of “Big Foot” in the nearby woods, others are saying it is all a publicity stunt to promote the first International Science Fiction Arts & Technology convention scheduled for the last week of February.

Unfortunately, whether it is a Big Foot or a big hoax, when a body is found its time to call in retired Detective I. B. Fuzz to investigate this 33rd in a series of murders which have plagued Langley in recent decades.

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Oak Harbor High School Shipmates-of-the-Month Oak Harbor High School’s 9th grade transition program is called the Island Program. Each island is comprised of an English teacher, a math teacher and a science teacher. They share a total of 90 students who rotate together in classes of thirty for three periods each day. The vision of the Island Program is to have all 9th grade students ready for 10th grade and on track to a 4-year graduation.

A student recognition program, called the Shipmates-of-the-Month, recognizes one student per month based on demonstrable gains in the areas of academic or behavioral growth, community contribution(s), and/or acts of altruism. The following students earned the recognition for January:

Do you think you can solve this latest mystery?

Sleuths of all ages are invited to participate in the longest running Mystery Weekend in the United States. If you’re smart enough to figure out who committed this dastardly deed, you might even win yourself some prizes.

Battleship Island - Samantha Meddock: “Battleship Island would like to recognize Samantha Meddock as Shipmate-ofthe-Month for January. Samantha diligently completes tasks in class and helps others who struggle. Her energy and passion for life inspires those around her. Samantha’s creativity and open heart shines with the little dragons she leaves around school to brighten the day of those who come across them.”

For tickets and more information, go to www. visitlangley.com

Art Photography Sought for New Wing WhidbeyHealth Medical Center is seeking donations of Whidbey Island photos to adorn its new inpatient wing.

“Many local photographers have asked about displaying their work in our new wing,” says Helen Taylor, executive director of the WhidbeyHealth Foundation. “We are asking interested photographers, both amateur and professional, to submit images to be considered for the new space.”

The wing will be ready for move-in sometime this spring.

“We want our space to reflect the beauty of our island and its people,” says Taylor. “We believe that photographs taken on Whidbey will help create a more healing environment for those who are receiving care.”

Skull Island - Joe Williamson: “Joe is the kind of guy you can always depend on. He attends school, pays attention to the details of the day and is ready and able to do those things that are needed of him. Joe is here every moment and seems to genuinely love to learn new things. He passes on this passion to others in his day to day activities. He is inquisitive and forthright in his exploration of new ideas in Science, Math, and English.”

Pieces will include a watermark of the photographer’s name and/or website. Photos selected will be acknowledged as a charitable donation, with proper tax documentation and acknowledgment.

[Submitted by Patricia Duff, WhidbeyHealth]

Entrants Needed for St Patrick’s Day Parade

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Oak Harbor will take place at 4:30pm, Friday, March 17, 2017, on Pioneer Way in downtown Oak Harbor. The Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the parade, which is organized by the Irish Wildlife Society. Those interested in participating in the parade may contact Mike Thelen at (360) 679-8499. There is no charge, but no political campaigning or vendor selling will be allowed.

[Submitted by Barb Thelen]

[Submitted by Jennifer DePrey, OHHS]

Skagit Valley College to Host Citizenship Day at the Mount Vernon Campus

Photographers are invited to submit electronic images to be considered for a one-time reproduction and installation in the wing. The medical center will reproduce photos up to 40 by 40 inches.

To learn more, including file size requirements, how to submit photos and full project parameters and scope, please contact Taylor at (360) 678-7656, ext. 4020 or email tayloh@whidbeyhealth.org.

Castle Island - Hannah Lampe: “Castle Island has selected Hannah Lampe as Shipmate-of-the-Month. Hannah has earned this designation by being a diligent worker that is always willing to work with those around her.

She is a helpful, happy, positive role model that her peers and teachers enjoy having around.“

Justice Island - Trevor Westman: “Trevor is a very hard worker in class, who doesn’t demand attention but is always engaged in conversation after critically thinking about the answer. He out-did the curve on the multiple choice portion of the English final. While not being overly sociable, he gets along with everyone. Trevor is conscientious in his work, supportive of other students and is willing to go the extra step to be successful. Trevor is self-motivated and contributes good questions and thoughts when problem solving.”

Skagit Valley College and KSVR Radio 91.7 FM, Washington New Americans, OneAmerica, American Immigration Lawyers Association – Washington State Chapter, and the National Partnership for New Americans will team up on Saturday, February 18 to host Citizenship Day at SVC’s Mount Vernon Campus. Citizenship Day will take place in Laura Angst Hall.

Appointments are required; call 1-877-9263924 or visit www.wanewamericans.org to set up an appointment.

Volunteer immigration attorneys, paralegals and interpreters will be available to offer free assistance with citizenship applications.

Citizenship Day partners include: American Immigration Lawyers Association, WA Chapter, Asian Counseling and Referral Service, Chinese Information and Service Center, City of Seattle, Davis Wright Tremaine, El Mundo News, Garvey Schubert Barer, Grupo Café, Kitsap Immigrant Assistance Center, Korean Community Service Center, La Casa Hogar, Lutheran Community Services Northwest, National Partnership for New Americans, New Americans Campaign, Northwest Immigrant Asset-Building Initiative, Northwest Immigrant Rights Project, OneAmerica, Skagit Valley College, Skagit Valley Community Radio (KSVR-91.7 FM Radio), Soreff Law, Tacoma Community House, and Washington Defenders Association.

For more information on Citizenship Day or to sign up for free pre-screening assistance, call 1-877-926-3924 or visit www.wanewamericans.org

Fortress Island - Haley Riffel: “Haley is a very smart and creative young woman with a lot of determination. She takes her studies seri-

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Let’s Dish! with Kae Harris

THE FRESHEST PRODUCE AVAILABLE Fresh produce is one of the most wonderful things there possibly is in the food world. What makes fresh produce even better is when it comes from your very own garden. You don’t need a massive plot of land or rolling acreage as far as the eye can see to grow your own food. There are a lot of ways in which we can still enjoy fresh fruits and or vegetables, even in small spaces.

Growing food is one of my favorite topics and I surf the internet or peruse the library every so often in an attempt to glean as much information from green-thumbed experts as I can. I’ve learned a few things through growing my own little garden (in a small space, might I add), by trial and error. I have learned strawberries are finicky and highly susceptible to ‘transplant shock,’ and my tomatoes positively flourished when I used blood-meal in their soil occasionally. I figured out bees were particularly fond of my dwarf orange tree and I was exceptionally surprised when my little citrus buddy produced 14 large fruits in a single harvest!

One thing I always refer back to, however, are the times in which to sow and which foods are the easiest to grow, because I prefer to start out with something manageable being the novice I am at garden growing. I recently came across a blog online which talked about the best vegetables to grow from “kitchen scraps.” I used to grow

lettuce from kitchen scraps, as well as garlic, potatoes and green onions. All I did with the lettuce was place the white root end of it into a shallow dish of water, without covering the top end where it was cut off, and place it in the sun. It will start to grow and you can mist the top leaves with water as they sprout so they stay moist. After about a week, your tiny lettuce should be ready to transplant into soil and it can be grown in a pot! When planting it, remember to plant it deep enough so only the new leaves are showing. After a few weeks, you should have a brand new head sprouting out! Spring and summer salads anyone?

Green onions are just as simple to grow from ‘scraps.’ I place mine in a cup with a little water and a paper towel at the bottom, white root side down. I make sure the water doesn’t cover the entire green onion cutting, and place in partial sun. Sure enough, after a week or so, new stalks begin to grow out of the cuttings. We all know how green onion adds so much flavor to a bowl of soup or noodle dish, so this is one ‘kitchen scrap’ worth its weight in gold.

And for those of you who love potatoes, you certainly can grow your own. Every now and then we get potatoes that become a little shriveled and start to sprout on my kitchen counter. Those are the best to use for growing your own spuds, so just cut the potato into sections with at least two ‘eyes’ in each section and plant in soil high in nutrients (think compost), 7 or 8 inches deep.

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When you see new roots it’s highly advised you cover them with more soil as spuds will, in fact, spread out as they grow. So while they are easy to grow, they require a little more room – a barrel perhaps? Garlic is another staple in my home so growing this from kitchen scraps has proven its worth time and time again in many a meal eaten here. Place the bulb into soil and remember garlic is partial to warmth and direct sunlight. Once the plant roots itself and begins to grow shoots, trimming them back will help you grow large, thick bulbs. Delicious and what CAN’T you use garlic in after all?

I haven’t even mentioned herbs yet and those are so numerous I’d be here for days talking about each and every one and the myriad ways in which they can be used. Cilantro is incredibly easy to grow from scraps and super tasty in just about any dish. Place the cut root side down in a glass of water with the top uncovered. Place this in a brightly lit area (full sun preferably) and you should be able to transplant it into soil in a week or so. I’m seeing chicken tortilla soup or creamy cilantro dressing in the near future with the kitchen scraps I have left over. Basil is another herb that’s happy to grow (given the right conditions). Use the stem of fresh basil and place in a glass of water with the leaf line above the water.

Roots will begin to grow after a few days if it’s placed in a warm area in partial sunlight. At this point you could plant it in soil and continue to care for it in its new earthy home. I’m thinking fresh zucchini noodles with homemade basil pesto as a side dish one night! The website I found all this fantastic information on was so helpful when I was embarking on this little gardening adventure, so I will include it at the end for those who are interested in taking a quick look-see for themselves.

I love small gardening and, who knows, with more room I may enjoy large gardening. Some of the tastiest meals have been made using the produce I harvested from my small, well-loved garden. In fact, twice baked potatoes is one such dish and they make a great side or even appetizer.

I am going to include a few web sites that might come in handy if growing your own produce is on your list of things to do this year. These sites include information about the best times of the year to plant, transplant and harvest, so I hope

it ends up turning your thumbs as green as they can go! Also included is my go-to recipe for twice baked potatoes. I hope it is as palate-pleasing for you and yours as it is for my family. Please send me all 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!

Twice Baked Potatoes 4 large potatoes 1 cup sour cream ½ cup milk 4 tablespoons butter 8 slices bacon 1 cup cheddar, shredded ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon pepper 8 green onions, sliced and divided Bake potatoes in oven at 350° for an hour. Cook bacon in large skillet until crispy and completely done. Drain and pat with paper towel to absorb excess oil. Crumble into a bowl and set aside.

Once potatoes are cooked through, allow to cool enough to hold them so you won’t burn yourself.

Exercise caution. Slice each potato lengthwise in half, scoop the flesh of each potato half out and put the scoopings in a bowl. Add milk, sour cream, butter, salt, pepper, ½ of the cheese and half of the green onions. With an electric mixer, blend until smooth and creamy. Spoon this back into the skins of each potato half, top with remaining cheese, bacon and green onions then bake for 15 more minutes. Remove from oven, serve warm and enjoy!!! www.davidwolfe.com/stop-trashing-your-scraps16-produce-items-to-re-grow-at-home/ www.epicgardening.com/25-plants-that-you-canregrow-from-your-kitchen-scraps/ www.vegetable-gardening-online.com/best-timeplant-vegetable-garden.html www.tastefulgarden.com/When-should-I-plantd100.htm http://allrecipes.com/recipe/24332/ultimate-twicebaked-potatoes/ To read past columns of Let's Dish in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www.whidbeyweekly.com.

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Thursday, February 23, 4:00pm Oak Harbor Library Author David George Gordon evaluates data about this creature and discusses how to be an effective “citizen scientist”.

Made By Hand: Paint with Paper Saturday, February 25, 10:00am-12:00pm Freeland Library

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.

Macbeth Fridays, February 17 & 24, 7:30pm Saturdays, February 18 & 25, 7:30pm Sunday, February 19, 2:00pm Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, Langley Prepare to be catapulted though Scottish battlefields; pestilent, witch infested bogs; a castle whirling with supernatural forces; and a succession of murders that lead to a final climactic battle... and madness. Due to mature themes and graphic representations, parental guidance is suggested. Tickets are $22 for adults, $18 for seniors/military, $15 for youth/ matinee and can be purchased online at http:// wicaonline.org or by calling (360) 221-8262.

Pancake Fundraiser Breakfast at Zorba’s Saturday, February 18, 9:00am-11:00am Zorba’s Restaurant, Oak Harbor Donation: $10 A fundraiser for the Whidbey Island Bank Relay for Life Team. Breakfast includes 2 eggs, 2 pancakes, choice of sausage or bacon, and choice of coffee or juice. Donations can be taken at the event or at the Midway, Oak Harbor/Bayshore, or Coupeville Whidbey Island Bank Branches. Zorba’s is located at 32955 SR 20.

Red Wine and Chocolate Tour Saturday, February 18, 11:00am-5:00pm Sunday, February 19, 11:00am-5:00pm Various locations, Whidbey Island Featuring Comforts of Whidbey Winery, Spoiled Dog Winery, Whidbey Island Distillery, Blooms Winery Tasting Room, & Holmes Harbor Cellars. Tickets $25 in advance or $30 day of. Includes souvenir glass, wine and spirits tastes, and chocolate treats. For more information, go to whidbeyislandvintners.org

Coupeville Lions Scholarship Auction & Dinner Saturday, February 18, 5:00pm-9:00pm Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, 155 NE Ernst St. A fast paced evening of Live & Silent Auctions with a full family style dinner. For tickets & information, call (360) 678-4105.

Whidbey Island Roller Girls Host Broken Hearted: Roller Derby Bout

Star Party Friday February 24, 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.

Live Music: Erik Christensen Band Friday, February 24, 7:00pm 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

Friday, February 24, 3:00pm-4:30pm Whidbey Island Bank, Oak Harbor Meet children’s book author Bonnie-Jean McNiel and multimedia artist Susan Rodney and get your book signed. The bank is located at 450 SW Bayshore Dr.

You’re never too old to play with slime! With just a few ingredients, make your own slime to take home. Experiment with different colors and glitter!

Thousands of books for sale at bargain prices.

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

Enjoy a delicious breakfast of pancakes, eggs, bacon and your choice of juice, milk or coffee.

Hosted by IDEX Health & Science LLC Relay For Life Team.

3rd Tuesday Book Discussion Group Tuesday, February 21, 9:30am-11:00am Freeland Library

Fort Ebey Kettles Trail Run Saturday, February 25, 9:00am-4:00pm Fort Ebey Kettles State Park, Coupeville Come run a 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, and Marathon at Fort Ebey Kettles State Park!

Post-race snacks, drinks, awards, and raffles to follow. For more info, contact Mark Taylor at (206) 200-2840 or go to http://nwtrailruns. com/events/fort-ebey-kettles-trail-run/. Volunteers are still needed! Contact Gretchen Walla at (206) 550-4699 or email wallagretchen@ gmail.com for volunteer details.

Mardi Gras Dance Saturday, February 25, 7:30pm-11:00pm Coupeville Rec Hall, 901 NW Alexander St. Tickets: $12 at the door Dance to classic rock by Saratoga Straitjacket.

Masks and costumes encouraged! Enjoy appetizers, mask making and King cake. Beer, wine and soft drinks will be available for purchase.

Proceeds to benefit Foundation for Coupeville Schools.

Mardi Gras Celebration Tuesday, February 28, 6:00pm-8:30pm Bayview Community Hall, Langley

Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events

Children’s Book Signing: I Love You, Teddy

DIY Slime Friday, February 17, 2:00pm Coupeville Library

Saturday, February 25, 9:00am-11:00am Zorba’s Restaurant, 32955 SR 20, Oak Harbor $10 Adults / $7 Children

Black History Celebration

Valetta Faye, popular local Jazz Vocalist, will offer a special presentation on the topic “Reflections on Black History Month”. Refreshments and discussion will follow. For directions or more information, call Sande (360) 279-0933.

Inspire kids to create their own stories with this interactive presentation on creating characters (and getting them in trouble), story structure, and tension. The Magic Threes, Story Song, and Deb’s way with kids will help get them thinking as writers and acquiring traits of good readers. Great for anyone who writes, wants to write, or thinks they can’t write.

Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast

Season 6, Bout 1 starts with Whidbey Island Roller Girls vs Marauding Mollys of Dockyard Derby Dames. Tickets are $10 for +18 and $5 ages 6-12. Tickets at brownpapertickets.com or at door.

Tuesday, February 21, 2:00pm Regency on Whidbey, Oak Harbor

Story Writers are Troublemakers!

Friday, February 17, 1:00pm Coupeville Library

Friends of the Clinton Library Book Sale Saturday, February 18, 10:00am-3:00pm Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S. Central Ave.

Wear your masks, beads, and costumes for a festive night of dancing, costume contests, and of course, classic Southern-style food.

Admission is free and families are welcome.

Prizes awarded for Best Men’s Costume, Best Women’s Costume, Best Couples’ Costume, Best Kid’s Costume, and Best Mask. For more information, visit www.goosefoot.org.

Saturday, February 18, 5:30pm The Roller Barn, 98 NE Barron Dr

controversies from previous ceremonies, discuss the current nominees, and he will even offer his own Oscars predictions!

See schedule below Cost: Free Ready Readers: Toddler Story Time Thursdays, February 16 & 23, 9:30am Coupeville Library Jump and bounce into a magical world of stories, music, and movements that nurture the desire to read in toddlers. Playtime or craft may follow. For ages 2 to 5 years. Caregiver required.

89th Academy Awards Preview Party!

Thursday, February 16, 1:00pm-3:00pm Freeland Library In anticipation of the Academy Awards Ceremony - to be held on February 26 - film historian Lance Rhoades will share highlights and

Join us for a great book discussion of Ron Chernow’s “Alexander Hamilton,” the riveting story of a man who overcame all odds to shape, inspire, and scandalize the newborn America.

AARP Tax-Aide Wednesday, February 22, 9:00am-5:00pm Coupeville Library

Join multi-media artist Kristi O’Donnell and learn a fun and easy way to ‘paint’ with paper.

Create colorful pieces in realistic, abstract or impressionistic formats. Your end product can be used as on the wall artworks, bookmarks, murals, post cards or sun-catchers.

Ready Readers: Baby and Me Story Time Monday, February 27, 9:30am Coupeville Library Wiggle and giggle with your baby through silly stories, happy songs, rhymes, and activities that inspire a love of reading. Playtime follows.

For newborns through 24 months. Caregiver required.

Whidbey Island Earthquakes: What To Expect, How To Prepare Monday, February 27, 1:30pm Coupeville Library Find out about local earthquakes in this documentary produced by Whidbey Island’s 4-HD Video Editing Club for the local American Red Cross. Followed by a question and answer session with Robert Elphick.

Wednesday Night with the Stars: “The Light Between Oceans” Wednesday, March 1, 5:30pm-7:45pm Coupeville Library Join us for popcorn and a movie! This month we are showing “The Light Between Oceans.”

Rated PG-13. Runtime 132 minutes. Popcorn provided by Friends of the Coupeville Library.

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

Free tax return preparation and e-filing for taxpayers with low and moderate income, especially those age 60 and older. Call 360-678-3000 to schedule an appointment.

Supported by AARP Foundation.

Sundays, 2:00pm Meets at Church on the Rock, 1780 SE 4th Ave., Oak Harbor. www.ohcfellowship.com

Let’s Talk About the Brain Wednesday, February 22, 1:00pm-2:30pm Freeland Library

Every Thursday, 6:30pm-8:30pm 5200 Honeymoon Bay Road, Freeland

What happens to the brain as we age and how does the brain change for people living with dementia? This program will be especially helpful for family caregivers of loved ones living with dementia. Presented by The Caregiver Coach, Kathleen Landel. See thecaregivercoach.info/about/ for more information.

Please register.

Lit for Fun Book Discussion Group Thursday, February 23, 9:00am-11:00am Freeland Library Join us for a discussion of Kurt Vonnegut’s “Slaughterhouse Five” which centers on the infamous firebombing of Dresden. Billy Pilgrim’s odyssey through time reflects the mythic journey of our own fractured lives as we search for meaning in what we fear most.

For adults.

Joyful Beginning Watercolor Thursday, February 23, 1:00pm-3:00pm Freeland Library Join local artist Liesel Lund and find out how fun and easy watercolor can be! Learn how to choose your materials, and secrets to mixing colors. All supplies provided. Please preregister.

WIHHA Presents: Craniosacral Therapy Thursday, February 23, 2:00pm Coupeville Library What is craniosacral therapy and how does it work? Learn about this effective form of lighttouch body work and how it can help heal injuries, stress, pain, and trauma. Presented

by Patricia Handrich Rohan, LMP, CCSP. Visit www.wihha.com for more information. Everyone is welcome.

Healing Rooms

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.

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 WHAT'S GOING ON

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Whidbey Gardening Workshop yields bumper crop of information

By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly No matter what the question may be regarding gardening, growing or cultivating virtually any crop on Whidbey Island, the answer will very likely be found at the 29th annual Whidbey Gardening Workshop, to be held Saturday, March 4 at Oak Harbor High School.

The annual event is put on by the Island County Master Gardener Foundation and is aimed at providing specific information to all levels of gardeners, from beginners to expert master gardeners alike.

“Our purpose focuses around education and providing techniques and best practices to the community,” said C-J Nielsen, a master gardener and chairman of the Whidbey Gardening Workshop. “Things evolve and change. The great thing about the workshop is that it has things for gardeners of all levels. Whether you want to create a child-friendly garden, or maybe you just moved and don’t know what it’s like growing on Whidbey, or maybe you have an old apple tree and have no idea how to rehab it, there’s a class for you.”

There are actually 49 classes being offered at this year’s workshop and over 20 of them are new this year. The range of subjects is broad, ranging anywhere from native plants, water and soil management, gardening in pots or even to basic beekeeping.

“It’s a range of subjects and it’s a lot of work and a challenge to put it together, but why not?” said Nielsen. “We live in a diverse ecosystem with people who have diverse interests.”

This year’s keynote address, to be held at 9 a.m., will be by Lucy Hardiman, a nationally known garden designer, writer and educator.

“She is recognized all over the country and she’s fun. She has a nice teaching style and great credentials. She’s used to gardening in the northwest and can pass along a lot of great information,” Nielsen said. “A keynote should inspire you. I see this one as inspiring people and getting them ready for the rest of the day.”

The workshop also features 40 instructors with a broad spectrum of specialties and interests. Nielsen said because Washington State

Photo courtesy of Island County Master Gardener Foundation Growing a three-dimensional garden will be the focus of the keynote address by Lucy Hardiman at the 29th annual Whidbey Gardening Workshop, to be held Saturday, March 4 at Oak Harbor High School. The annual event is put on by the Island County Master Gardener Foundation.

University extension runs the master gardeners program it gives the foundation access to a great network of instructors.

“We have the ability to choose from a whole cadre of WSU scientists, plus certified master gardeners, garden service providers, local farmers, professional educators and authors,” Nielsen said.

Robert Hallbauer, from Deciduous Design Services, has presented at the Whidbey Gardening

Workshop for several years. This year he will be teaching a class entitled “Water Wise Strategies for Dry Times,” aimed at helping people manage their soil to handle Whidbey’s dry summers.

“Because Whidbey is in the Olympic rain shadow, we get drier summers and less rainfall in the other seasons to replenish the soil water available to plants,” he told Whidbey Weekly via

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Columnist’s voice still echoes at Whidbey Weekly and community

By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly Well known and well-loved Whidbey Weekly columnist Eileen Brown was a familiar voice on Whidbey Island. Her passing more than two years ago is a loss that still feels fresh for many, but her love for her community and its people can still be felt.

Applications are currently being accepted for the PBY Memorial Foundation’s Eileen Brown Memorial Scholarship, which will be awarded this year to an Oak Harbor High School graduating senior.

The $1,000 scholarship is aimed at those interested in pursuing an education in journalism, teaching or historical research, all subjects Brown was passionate about.

Brown, who was a civil servant and longtime editor of the former Naval Air Station Whidbey Island newspaper, Crosswind, was the first columnist Whidbey Weekly publisher Eric Marshall hired when he bought the paper several years ago.

“She wrote her column, Still Talking, every week for over five years,” Marshall said. “Since Eileen was our only writer for so long she wrote all of our Business Spotlight stories and anything else I could throw her way, too. She was also instrumental in getting Jim Freeman to join our team.”

networker; she knew everyone in town and if you needed information or a tip or a contact or if you wondered 'who is taking the lead on that project?,' Eileen was your gal.”

Brown was a genuine person who cared about her community and the people she wrote about, said Marshall. Others who knew her said there was no cause too big or too small for Brown. If she believed in it, she put her extraordinary qualities to work for it.

“She wrote about people, their accomplishments and local events,” he said. “She also wrote about nonprofit organizations, friends, family, her pets, her garden, etc. Anything except politics. Her first column included a piece about a firefighter at NAS Whidbey Island who just had his first child and I remember wondering, 'how did she know about that?' But that was just Eileen. She genuinely wanted to know about, and cared for, her fellow human beings.”

“She made a difference,” said Marcus Cushway, Brown’s son. “She cared about what was going on in pretty much everyone’s life she came across.”

“Eileen was involved in virtually every organization in Oak Harbor,” said Sande Mulkey, community ambassador for Regency on Whidbey and a good friend of Brown. “She was the consummate

Brown knew what it is that makes the Whidbey Island community special and that’s what she wrote about, said Marshall.

“Mom was an avid gardener,” said Cushway. “But her other hobby

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GARDEN continued from page 7 email. “Our growing season is short and our plants need to achieve most of their growth when we have the necessary sunlight and heat.

When this coincides with dry soil conditions, growth is inhibited, so water management is crucial to our local gardeners.”

Hallbauer said his class will include information on soil properties, how soils hold and move water and how to ensure the proper amount of water is being applied to soil to optimize plant growth without wasting water or losing fertility.

He will also discuss how to improve the waterholding capacity of soil and making gardens more resilient to dry spells.

Donald Lee, a retired aerospace engineering manager and a master gardener for 28 years, has been teaching classes at the workshop for 27 years, with a focus on native plants.

Photo by Missy Anderson; Courtesy of Island County Master Gardener Foundation One class offered this year at the upcoming Whidbey Gardening Workshop will focus on the importance of bees, especially the native mason bee.

“The classes are meant to be pretty basic – why are native plants important in our local environment, gardens and landscapes; what are the more important and prevalent ones around us; and how do you use and enjoy them in personal yards and landscapes?” he said. “The vast majority of native plants grow regionally, but there are a few plants which are more selective to our unique micro-climates, like prickly pear cactus and the insect-eating sundew.”

The environment obviously plays a huge role in gardening and the recent buzz surrounding the die-off of bees means there will be a class offered on this subject as well.

instructors say they are looking forward to a fun, informative day.

“Knowledge is power,” said Anderson. “Join us to learn how easy it is to become part of the solution.”

“I like the workshop because of its level of enthusiasm and energy as everyone anxiously awaits spring and getting out in the garden,” said Lee. “I love the spirit of the master gardener volunteers and the enthusiasm of the students,” said Hallbauer. “The workshop is a great opportunity for local folks to get expert advice on the topics of their choice, learn about the latest research on gardening-related topics and meet other avid gardeners.”

“I believe we’re delivering on our mission,” Nielsen said. “You stand in the hallway and just hear the buzz and you know you’re doing something important for the community. You just feel it.”

The event also features a garden marketplace with vendors selling plants and garden art and several informational booths with educational materials.

Cost to attend the workshop is $40 per person.

Registration is open through Sunday, Feb. 26. A limited number of walk-in registrations may be available the day of the event for $45. Information and a complete list of classes is available online at whidbeygardeningworkshop.org.

Missy Anderson is a Mason bee farmer and a master gardener. This species of bee is native to the Pacific Northwest and an important part of the ecosystem.

“The class is intended to show guests everything we do to keep our bees healthy and thriving,” said Anderson, who has been working with bees since 2001. “By providing information and the option to host these bees with minimal expense, I knew I could encourage more people to become part of the solution to our bee crisis.

“Most of us have heard some news about bee die off,” she continued. “Most people only connect that with honey bees. But around the globe there are 25,000 species of bees. Of this number, about seven species produce honey. The remaining bees “just pollinate.” Two out of every three bites of food we eat is directly or indirectly connected to pollination.”

Photo courtesy of Island County Master Gardener Foundation The Whidbey Gardening Workshop will offer a variety of classes, including those on how to manage and maintain soil.

With such a variety of classes and such a wealth of knowledgeable instructors, organizers and

Photo courtesy of Island County Master Gardener Foundation Growing vegetables and all manner of plants on Whidbey Island will be part of what’s offered at the 29th annual Whidbey Gardening Workshop, which will be held Saturday, March 4 at Oak Harbor High School.

EILEEN continued from page 7 was people. She loved being involved in people’s lives and seeing them do well. I think it gave her a real sense of purpose, especially after she retired from Civil Service.”

“Her writing had feeling and purpose,” said Marshall. “She loved the community, people and events she wrote about. She was also extremely funny.”

“One of the coolest parts of mom’s life is that she really had no idea that she was touching so many lives and making a difference,” said Cushway. “And maybe that’s how it should be, you

shouldn’t be aware. You should just do it. That’s how she was."

Those who knew Brown best say they believe she would be happy to still have a part in helping her community.

“Eileen is tickled pink,” Mulkey said.

“Mom basically came from nothing. She worked her way up. She never had any scholarships,” Cushway said. “From the very beginning to the last day she worked, she never let her foot off the gas. She was always pushing, reaching. She was relentless, really. And it seemed a shame

to me that once she was gone all that positive energy just went away. This is my way of keeping it going.”

“Very few people have such a profound influence on their community and the people around them,” Marshall said. “Eileen strived to make her island home and the world around her a better place and I believe she succeeded. Her legacy will live on in her writings and her contributions to local nonprofits.”

Brown was considered instrumental in the establishment of the PBY Memorial Foundation, which went on to establish the PBY Naval Aviation History Museum in Oak Harbor.

Cushway remembers she got started by doing some research in the base’s old, musty archives.

“She would dig through the records helping to find information about people’s PBY friends,” he said. “Her taking that ball and running with it, not saying 'I’m too busy,' that was the beginning of that museum. She volunteered from there going forward.”

“In many ways, she was the motivational mentor for the founders,” said Wil Shellenberger, president of the PBY Memorial Foundation. “She always offered encouragement and helped steer the group toward organizing as a nonprofit 501(c)3.”

Photo courtesy of Teresa Besaw After an art unveiling in downtown Oak Harbor in April 2012, Eileen exchanged a smooch with Tyson Boon.

“I consider her biggest contribution to our community was as the impetus and driving force for the PBY Foundation,” agreed Mulkey. “She was tireless in her emails, articles, phone calls

Photo courtesy of Teresa Besaw Eileen Brown loved her community and spending time with friends over coffee.

and gentle badgering to get the idea off the ground.”

This will be the second year for the Eileen Brown Memorial Scholarship. Applications will be accepted through March 10. Family and friends are pleased her legacy will continue, but they still feel the void caused by her loss.

“I miss her visits to the office the most,” said Marshall. “I miss her compassion, her support, her sense of humor. I miss her voice in our paper.

Really, I just miss her.”

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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

3rd Annual PBY-Naval Air Museum Community Luncheon Tuesday, February 21, 11:30am Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, 155 Ernst St. Join business, community, and civic leaders.

This is an annual report on the museum’s progress and what the future holds, like the hangar style museum that is being planned. Cost is $12, including a buffet luncheon. RSVP to (360) 240-9500 or secretary@pbymf.org

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attend. There will be short presentations on current topics in astronomy and a good time is guaranteed for all! For more information about ICAS or club events, contact Bob Scott at re.bob.scott@hotmail.com, or visit www. icas-wa.org.

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.

Tuesday, February 21, 6:30pm-8:00pm Oak Hall, Room 306, SVC, Oak Harbor

Al-Anon Group

The theme for February is Skies/Clouds. 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

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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

A guest speaker will talk about operating a low power portable ham radio station on mountainous summits. Meeting held in the Island County commissioner’s hearing room.

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Social Bridge Game. Bring your own brown bag lunch. RSVP required. Call (360) 720-2727 or email dcb601@comcast.net

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South Whidbey Tilth Vendor Meeting

South Whidbey Garden Club Friday, February 17, 9:00am-11:45am St. Peter’s Church, Clinton February’s program: “Foliage First”. Karen Chapman, a speaker at February’s Seattle Flower and Garden Show and co-author of 2013 Award Winner, Fine Foliage and 2017 release, Foliage First, will teach us three easy steps to turn our gardens from frumpy to fabulous. Her articles have been featured in Fine Gardening, Sunset and Better Homes and Gardens. Her books will be available at the meeting. Refreshments provided and the public is welcome.

Saturday, February 25, 3:00pm-5:00pm Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland SW Tilth and its vendors have several important decisions to make at this meeting. Your input is welcome. Come to hear plans for a redesign, fee structure, new signage, musicians and events. Refreshments and your old friends will be there. New vendors welcomed.

For more information, call (360) 632-0593 or visit southwhidbeytilth.org

Island County Astronomical Society (ICAS) Monday February 27, 6:30pm-8:30pm Oak Hall, Room 306, SVC, Oak Harbor Anyone interested in astronomy is invited to

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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.

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NRA Beginning Pistol Shooting Seminar Friday, February 17, 6:00pm-9:00pm Saturday, February 18, 9:00am-5:00pm NWSA Range, Oak Harbor Cost: $25 This seminar will teach the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary to safely handle and shoot a handgun. 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.

CWSA Hanging Plate Pistol Match Saturday, February 18, 9:00am CWSA Range, 397 W Safari St., Coupeville Sponsored by Central Whidbey Sportsman’s Association. These are for .22 pistols only using optical or iron sights. It is recommended you bring 250-300 rounds of ammo. These matches are open to anyone, you do not need to be a member of CWSA to participate. For more information, visit www.cwsaonline.org.

DUI/Underage Drinking Prevention Panel Saturday, February 18, 12:45pm Oak Harbor Library Meeting Room Open to all, no late admittance. Required by local driving schools for driver’s education students and parents. For more information, call (360) 672-8219 or visit www.idipic.org

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Rotary Club of Oak Harbor’s 5th Annual Community Service Grant Program Call For Funding Proposals The Rotary Club of Oak Harbor announces that applications are now being accepted for the 5th Annual Community Service Grant Program. By March 3, 2017, submissions must be emailed to kschonberg@ohsd.net or mailed to: Kurt Schonberg Attn. Rotary Grants 350 South Oak Harbor ST Oak Harbor, WA 98277 The Rotary Club of Oak Harbor Community Service Grants Program is intended to promote the quality of life in the Oak Harbor and Northern Whidbey Island Community.

The Club’s intention is to fund grants ranging from $500 to $1000 and smaller 501(c) (3) non-profit organizations are especially encouraged to apply to allow for special projects or needs that are not otherwise satisfied by general funding sources. This year, there will also be $1,000 available for non 501(c)(3) organizations.

REQUIREMENTS: 1. All grant applicants and their beneficiaries must be within Northern Whidbey Island.

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Medical Safety Net of North Whidbey is available for assistance with prescription costs and emergency dental care for low income individuals or families. If you live in zip codes 98277 or 98278, call (360) 929-3328 to see if you qualify for assistance.

4. Grant requests will be reviewed for consideration in March. Selected recipients will receive funding at a special Rotary luncheon award ceremony held on March 24.

5. Proposals must be submitted in writing on the organization’s letterhead and are limited to two pages in addition to Proof of Tax-Exempt Status (if applicable) under Section 501(c)(3) (or other relevant section) of the IRS code. The following information should be included: a. The legal name of the organization, a description of its mission, the names of the governing body/board and officers, a simple budget breakdown for the project/request, and the name, address, email and telephone number of the grant contact person. b. A concise statement describing the grant amount requested and the project’s significance to the community.

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M/V “Baby” Hiyu Gets Second Life as Entertainment Venue Retired state ferry is sold to local business owner Washington State Ferries announced last week the sale of its smallest retired ferry, Hiyu, to Menagerie Inc. The 50-year-old ferry officially changed hands Wednesday, February 8, when it was towed from the Eagle Harbor maintenance yard. The new owner plans to repurpose the vessel as a floating entertainment venue.

“We make every effort to keep our retired ferries operational, instead of being sold for

scrap,” said WSF Chief of Staff Elizabeth Kosa.

“I’m pleased the Hiyu will continue to serve Washingtonians on the water in her second life as a floating entertainment locale.”

At only 162-feet-long, the Hiyu is considered by many to be the among cutest and most cherished ferries in WSF history. She had a good run from 1967 until 2016, but with only a 34-vehicle capacity, lack of ADA accommodations and high maintenance costs, the Hiyu outlived her usefulness to move people and goods across Puget Sound.

The Hiyu has served several different routes, most notably the Point Defiance/Tahlequah and San Juan Islands inter-island routes. After being put in storage in the late 1990s for over a decade, the Hiyu reemerged in recent years as a relief vessel and has become known and loved as “baby Hiyu.” The Hiyu’s last sailing was July 23, 2015.

Hiyu is one of two state ferries retired and put up for sale in 2016. She sold for $150,000.

WSF is in negotiation with parties interested in purchasing the second ferry, Evergreen State, however no firm sale agreements are in place yet.

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By Carey Ross A Cure for Wellness: This horror thriller has a stylish and creepy trailer that makes me hope the movie itself will be the same. I suspect I will be disappointed and the trailer will be the best thing this film has going for it.  (R • 2 hrs. 26 min.)

Fifty Shades Darker: I’m sure this sequel to "Fifty Shades of Grey" is going to be just as good as the book it is adapted from, which is to say not good at all.  (R • 1 hr. 55 min.)

Fist Fight: I will say this movie looks dumb as hell. I will also say I need no convincing to watch an R-rated comedy in which Ice Cube plays a psychotic, axe-wielding, trademarkscowling teacher who has it in for another teacher who ratted him out.  (R • 1 hr.

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Hidden Figures: Real talk: 2016 was a year in which it kinda sucked to be a woman and/ or a person of color. Start 2017 off right with a heady dose of girl power by seeing this inspiring true story of the three heretoforeunknown African-American women who helped put astronaut John Glenn into space.

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TOO MANY ENCOUNTERS It’s hard to believe another month has passed. Everything has been pretty busy for me personally, despite the lull in outdoor activities. And it never seems to fail, when one season is getting ready to end, whatever game season it was which seemed scarce in number in the beginning, sure knows how to make its presence known at the last minute.

It was true this year for water fowl hunters. Early in the season, it appeared as if the snow geese were going to be in abundance, but without any notice they were gone. Then, late in January, they showed up again and showed up big. Maybe not big in numbers, which can be argued, but just big sized northern birds. If you haven’t been off island around the Twin Bridges, you’ve missed seeing the waves of these snow geese landing in the fields, looking like huge white tornadoes on some days. It’s as if they knew the season was closing.

Even the big northern ducks started to show up. I have seen so many huge green heads as of late, I dream about those hunts where you harvest some of these big birds (of course every one of them is banded). Not just Mallards either. Pintail and Widgeon have all been seen out around some of the most popular areas to hunt. I guess we’ll have to keep dreaming until we get another chance next year.

The winter salmon season has been as good, maybe better, as it has been the last few years. The WDFW recently announced Marine Area 7 (San Juans) is temporarily closed to fishing as of this past Friday and looks like it won’t reopen until around the April time frame. This is a bit sooner than I remember but with the change from retention quotas to this new encounters quota, who knows.

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Area 9, of course, saw an early closure which is normal but reopens February 16 with a one chinook limit.

According to the WDFW website, the reason was “Test fishery data collected during January and February indicate there are fewer juvenile (sublegal-size) chinook salmon present in these waters. In addition, sufficient capacity exists to reopen the fishery within the guideline of 6,081 'chinook encounters' - including both retained and released fish - agreed to by the tribal co-managers before this year's fishery began. Delaying the opening to mid-February allowed the state time to determine a reopening date which will give anglers opportunity later into the spring.”

On a brighter note, the Sportsman show took place a few weeks ago. Many of those who I have spoken with said they had a good time. I admit, it almost always feels the same but with fishing closures and limits changing like they have been it’s nice to have something familiar to look forward to like the show.

Some of the deals to be had were amazing. A friend of mine basically outfitted himself for shrimping this year and spent quite a bit less than he anticipated because of the deals at the show. I am already looking forward to next year’s show.

What do you do during these slow months? I get this question a lot and honestly it changes each year. I swap out the line on my reels every other year. Some years I get up enough motivation to take out my lures and either clean them up or replace them. I replace hooks and give them a nice spritzing of WD40 to help prevent rust. I also lube up my reels real good and replace any warn or broken pieces. Once in a blue moon I will just replace the whole reel and retire it to my shelf.

It’s important to take care of your gear. When I was a young man I probably didn’t take care of it nearly as well as I should have. The gear I used was probably some of the least expensive manufacturers out there, but it was all I could afford. Looking back I could have made it last a bit longer if I had taken care of them better. I probably wouldn’t have been upset as often because a nice fish broke off some old line. I could have saved myself some aggravation and money.

If fishing isn’t your thing or you have already taken care of your gear, then now is a good time to work on your hunting gear. Wash your camp gear, clean your guns (if you haven’t already) and touch up your decoys. There are so many things hunting related you should be doing to keep your gear in good working order for a long time to come. You just want it to work when it is supposed to so take the time now or pay for it later.

Of all the things which need your attention the most, your ride is at the top of the priority list. If it’s a boat, a truck, a four wheeler or a float tube, it should be first on your list of things to take care of. These are probably the single most expensive items and the ones where your safety is a big concern. After a long season on the water or hitting the mountain roads, you are sure to find some things which need to be taken care of. With things being quiet right now there is no excuse to put it off.

If this wasn’t enough, they just lowered the retention With all this being said, I’d like to pose a question to limit to one fish in Marine Area 6 starting February 16 my readers. I have a Yamaha Vmax 150 2-stroke on through April 15. I found the reason for the decision the back of my boat and for the past few years I have on their website actually amusing. It says “Before been debating on re-powering it with a more efficient the salmon fishing season started, the Washington 4-stroke but couldn’t justify spending the money to Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and tribal save money. My train of thought is “am I going to save co-managers agreed to a limited number (3,975) of enough money to more than cover a new motor pay'chinook encounters' - including both retained and ment.” I’d like to hear from you. What have you done? released fish - that anglers will be allowed in Marine What are the pros and cons? I really would appreciate Area 6.” I guess next year they will ask anglers at the hearing what you have to say about the subject. docks if they saw anyone catch a fish or did you see any You can send your responses to me at whidbeyfishfujump and those will also count as “encounters.” It's randfowl@gmail.com. As always, I appreciate to hear really getting ridiculous. I’m just glad they don’t apply your reports, suggestions, comments and questions. I’ll the same quota system for hunting seasons. Can you post some of your responses to my previous questions imagine? “So Mr. Oldham, did you have any encounters with your intended target species?” Puzzle 1 (Medium, difficulty rating in my0.51) next article. Until then, stay warm and stay safe.

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prepared to back up your reasoning with facts. In this way most of your difficulties can be avoided. The reward potential for doing so is high on the 18th.

CHICKEN LITTLE & THE ASTROLOGER

By Wesley Hallock

ARIES (March 21-April 19) It’s likely to be a good week for reaping the benefits of past efforts to get ahead.

These will probably come quite unexpectedly and will arise out of situations that once seemed to offer little hope for success. This is a lesson in not giving up too soon. A gestation period often follows the effort invested in acquiring something, and you are nearing the end of such a period. Watch the 17th and 18th for more clues.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Relationships are a major focus this week. A person with whom you’ve had previous involvement may reappear, something within an existing relationship may demand resolution, or the two of you may simply be taking your connectedness to a deeper level.

While this is a positive time, guard that it doesn’t become too much of a good thing.

If it does, you’re likely to suffer financially.

The 18th is key.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Your communications are probably better received than you imagine this week. Others are willing to listen to you, provided you take the time to slow down and get in synch with them. Home and family members are the most likely to produce misunderstandings. Before getting flustered, remember to separate the subject of debate from your worth as a person. Calmness leads to clarity, on the 18th in particular.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Your greatest freedom to pursue your heart’s desire comes in the first half of the week. Career issues are the most likely to fall in your favor on the 18th, with finances taking a positive turn as well. A bit of salesmanship may first be required, with the possible resistance coming from your spouse or associates. They’ll need your reassurance that you fully understand the ins and outs of your proposition.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Second guessing yourself this week can easily lead your self-confidence into an unfortunate downward spiral.

Better than blaming yourself when things go wrong is to accept that no venture is without its problems to be solved. You cannot be expected to foresee them all. Keeping a positive spirit makes dealing with those problems easier and more effective. The 18th is likely to bear positively on such matters.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Others may perceive you as being too critical this week. It won’t matter that your analysis is correct if you fail to communicate it clearly. Make it plain that you are finding fault with the object or idea in question and not the person to whom you’re speaking. Be

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) A cavalier attitude toward your finances is likely this week, if you give them any thought at all. Matters of relationship are far more likely to keep you too preoccupied. It’s a self-indulgent time for you and another, with you being the one more likely to suffer financial regrets. If that should happen, there is really only yourself to blame. Keep your wits about you in such matters, particularly on the 18th.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Seize the moment of golden opportunity that is sure to arise this week. Good results are likely if you do. This may seem at first like only a chance encounter. Upon looking closer, it is recognizable as being linked to a past situation that rebuffed your efforts to grab it at the time. This time around, you’re in better position to command. The 17th and 18th are the key days to watch.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) The burden of responsibility for any changes that you want to make this week falls on you.

Your peak of effectiveness in putting yourself and your ideas across falls early in the week.

The 18th will show where you’ve been sufficiently convincing and where you need to apply more effort. Relying too much on others to do what you rightfully should do for yourself may be your single biggest mistake.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) While your responsibility load continues to be high again this week, it should feel easier than in the past. The reason, if your load seems lighter, is partly that the worst of a difficult life period is now behind you. It’s also true that by virtue of long experience, you are bound to be more able and adept at meeting what’s required of you. Positive breaks are coming your way as a result.

Watch the 18th for an example.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) You may have to scrape a bit to get all your wants this week, but the good news is that you will get them. Things do not necessarily happen on your time schedule, however, or in exactly the way you thought, and that is a large part of any difficulties you may experience. If you have worked against yourself unknowingly at times, such will become apparent. Be patient with yourself.

Good things are likely on the 18th.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Career and career-related issues are likely to dominate your thinking this week.

People and situations from the past having special bearing on those may surface. Where they bring problems, you are your own greatest asset in formulating the remedy. Watch for helpful synchronicities, good things happening at just the perfect time to allow you to turn matters in your favor. The 18th may well be such a day. © 2017, Wesley Hallock, All Rights Reserved

Chicken Little looks at what is and fears the sky is falling. Wesley Hallock, as a professional astrologer looks at what is and sees what could be. Read Wesley’s monthly forecast with links to Facebook and Twitter, at www.chickenlittleandtheastrologer.com. To read past columns of Chicken Little and the Astrologer in the Whidbey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www.whidbeyweekly.com.

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50. Ovens to bake pottery

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Seriously, we do not make this stuff up!

FRIDAY, January 6 9:51am, NW Crosby Ave. Reporting party advising a travel trailer showed up on property overnight.

10:44am, SE Bayshore Dr. Reporting party advising employee cashed another employee's pay check.

12:07pm, S Beeksma Dr. Reporting party advising female locked herself in shower stall.

2:19pm, NW Hiyu Dr. Caller states dogs always bark when he walks by location.

9:58pm, N Oak Harbor St. Caller reporting male barricaded in bathroom.

SUNDAY, January 8 11:22am, SW Mulberry Pl. Reporting party advising neighbor yells at them every time they make a noise.

10:37pm, NW Key St. Reporting party advising state patrol car is parked in the wrong direction at location.

11:40pm, NW Mizzen Dr. Caller wants information about why officers didn’t come and check on cars at location. States “I’ll just follow up if the officers don’t.”

11:57pm, NW Frigate St. Caller reporting dog barking across the street from location.

MONDAY, January 9 12:04am, NW Elwha St. Reporting party advising he walked into a trash can and knocked it into the street.

12:00pm, SR 20 Reporting semi has a container box that appeared to be falling off the flat bed.

12:50pm, E Whidbey Ave. Caller reporting a distraught male carrying a suitcase. Says he needs to be locked up.

2:57pm, NW Elwha St. Caller advising there are two “human” sized holes that possibly transient people are crawling thru and leaving lots of trash.

TUESDAY, January 10 6:00pm, NW Columbia Dr. Reporting party advising subject came to door trying to sell “hooked on phonics.”

WEDNESDAY, January 11 7:42am, NE Ernst St. Reporting party advising son refused to get up to go to school.

3:26pm, NE Izett St. Caller advising she reconsidered a purchase and now feels it may be a fraudulent company.

8:12pm, S Beeksma Dr. Reporting party advising subjects plugging heater into city electric box.

THURSDAY, January 12 5:47am, NE 1st Ave Caller reporting wanted person sleeping under bed at location.

FRIDAY, January 13 8:03pm, SE 8th Ave. Reporting party advising her upstairs neighbor is walking around with a gun in his pocket and it had fallen out of his pocket a few times.

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8:06pm, N Oak Harbor St. Reporting party would like advice about how to break up with her boyfriend.

8:44pm, SE 4th Ave. Reporting party advising someone threw a rock and shattered living room window.

Calling party is armed with shotgun.

SATURDAY, January 14 3:55pm, SE Pioneer Way Caller reporting a disturbance and “bad parenting.”

5:03pm, SE Catalina Dr. Caller advising minivan occupied by four subjects made a terrible mess in showers.

6:13pm, NW 2nd Ave. Reporting party advising a "shady guy with tattoos on his face" walking in front of high school watching children.

SUNDAY, January 15 12:33am, SE Fidalgo Ave. Reporting party advising subject at location “tweaking out” is acting strangely and playing drums.

4:59am, NW Cathlamet Dr. Reporting party advising girlfriend is running off with his dog. Call taker can hear verbal domestic in progress.

3:52pm, SR 20 Caller advising male subject walks around and points at employees and stares. Caller requesting check on suspicious person.

MONDAY, January 16 1:23pm, NW Clipper Dr. Reporting party advising someone is impersonating her husband online.

TUESDAY, January 17 3:32pm, SR 20 Reporting party advising female subject throwing belongings into roadway.

FRIDAY, January 20 8:12am, SE Pasek St. Reporting party advising male subject with sharp object is banging on door.

11:10am, SE Pioneer Way Caller advising he was walking thru intersection and was bumped by side mirror of vehicle.

5:01pm, SW Tahoe St. Requesting call referencing CPS harassing him about being registered sex offender.

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April 6,1938 – January 31, 2017 Jerri Berry of Freeland, WA passed away January 31, 2017. At the family's request, no services will be held.

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teddy bear share secrets, adventures, and hardships while roaming the area around the family home.

[Submitted by Broch Bender, WSDOT]

In Rusty and Matilda, Lucy befriends an orphaned newborn baboon, whom she names Matilda. Meanwhile, Lucy’s dog, Rusty, wishes for the simpler life before Matilda was part of the family.

Backcountry Permit Reservation System A pilot program for backcountry permit reservations will begin March 15, 2017 for popular backcountry areas within North Cascades National Park Service Complex. Backcountry visitation has increased over the past several years and permits have become difficult to obtain in certain areas of the park. A $20 cost recovery fee will be charged for the reservation application. Reservation requests can be submitted from March 15 to May 15 for camping between the dates of May 15 through September 30. Reservations can be made for 60 percent of the available sites with the remainder of the campsites available for no-cost walk up permits on a first-come, firstserve basis.

Reservations can be made for the following areas: Ross Lake (including the East Bank Trail); Diablo Lake; Copper Ridge area (including ridge camps and Chilliwack Valley camps); Cascade Pass area (including Sahale, Pelton Basin, Basin Creek, Johannesburg, and Cottonwood); Stehekin area (Lakeview, Purple Point, and Harlequin); Climbing areas – all crosscountry zones around Mt. Shuksan, Forbidden and Sharkfin Peaks (including Boston Basin), Eldorado, and Mt. Triumph.

Stock camps within these areas can be reserved with priority given to stock parties.

For more information and details on the backcountry reservation system, visit https://www. nps.gov/noca/planyourvisit/backcountry-reservations.htm [Submitted by Katy Hooper, North Cascades National Park Service Complex]

Book Signing for Local Children’s Book Author

SATURDAY, January 21 11:21am, SW Dyer St. Reporting party advising male subject walking dog and pulling on collar. States it's a case of animal abuse.

12:01pm, SE Quaker St. Reporting party advising she was hired to be personal assistant but checks for service do not clear.

2:15pm, NE Barron Dr. Caller states vehicle was egged last night.

3:06pm, SE Bayshore Dr. Reporting party advising vehicle damaged, mirror ripped off and wipers bent.

11:57pm, SR 20 Caller advising male subject casing mobile home park. Caller states he walked around mobile home area, knocking on doors, says “oh sorry, wrong one,” then leaves.

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

A local children’s book author, Bonnie-Jean McNiel, and multimedia artist, Susan Rodney, will be introducing and signing two young children’s books at the Bayshore and Midway branches of Whidbey Island Bank in Oak Harbor.

The main character in both McNiel’s picture books is Lucy, a little American girl who lives in the African bush. The author’s parents were missionaries in Angola and Malawi, Africa, where she grew up in the 1940’s and 50’s.

In I Love You, Teddy, Lucy and her cherished

McNiel, who lives on Whidbey Island, collaborated with Mt. Vernon resident and multimedia artist, Susan Rodney, to create memorable stories combined with vivid and horticulturally accurate artwork. The result is captivating storytelling at its best.

On Friday, February 24 from 3:00pm to 4:30pm Bonnie-Jean and Susan will be signing copies of I Love You, Teddy at the Bayshore branch of Whidbey Island Bank, located at 450 SW Bayshore Drive in Oak Harbor. They will be signing copies of Rusty and Matilda at the Midway branch, 675 Midway Blvd, from 3:00pm to 4:30pm Friday, March 10.

[Submitted by Melissa McCumber]

CWSA to Hold Hybrid Bullseye Shoot Central Whidbey Sportsman Association will be holding a Hybrid Bullseye Shoot on April 1.

This event is open to all and the fee is $10.00 per gun. For more information on this and other events that are scheduled, as well as directions to the range, visit www.cwsaonline.org. You can also email marksmanshipappraisals@outlook.com to receive a copy of the information for this shoot.

[Submitted by Mark Anderson]

Local Business News Whimsies Now Open in Oak Harbor There is a new shop in Old Town Oak Harbor!

Whimsies features local and regional art, specialty teas, gifts and Chocolate Flower Farm products. Artists include owners Charlotte & Darrell Gray, along with Bobbi Bradley, Shari Thompson, Sandra Dubpernell, Carol Cuminale, Kathy Fellrath, Cathy Goldizen, Vicki Yount, Pam Dogh, Sharon Tryon, and Sherry Shipley.

You’ll find glass mosaics, stained glass, hand painted furniture, jewelry, calligraphy, greeting cards, altered art, paintings, art tiles, hand hooked rugs, crocheted booties and baby blankets, handmade doll clothing, hand crafted glass beads, hand woven beaded jewelry, art totes and driftwood boats with sails made from original oil paintings, chocolate scented candles and soaps and more!

Whimsies will host an Open House Saturday, March 4 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Stop by to enjoy tea tasting, pastries, a raffle, art demos and limited FREE grab bags.

Located at 830 SE Pioneer Way Suite 105, in the Harborside Village Mall, Whimsies is currently open Thursday thru Saturday from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Beginning March 4 hours will expand to Tuesday thru Saturday from 11:00am to 5:00pm. For more information, call (360) 720-2283 or (360) 682-2468.

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RENTAL WANTED Retired, stable, responsible couple seeking long term unfurnished 2 bed, 2 bath house rental in Coupeville. Water views, open concept, storage.

Price not to exceed $1800/ month. (919) 812-0402 (1)

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

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AUTO/PARTS FOR SALE Steel wheel set for passenger car. Fits tire size P185/75R14, $15. (360) 678-6667 (0) 2001 Honda Civic EX: Original owner. Well -maintained. 133,300 miles. Does not burn oil between oil changes. Red, 5-speed manual transmission, AC, cruise control, power sun-roof, AM-FM CD stereo. New brakes last spring (5,000 miles ago), very clean interior.

Tires very good. This car has a lot left in it. Pictures available. johndelprete59@gmail.com (0) Driver’s side window for Honda CRV, $20 OBO, cash only, pictures available. (360) 632-6202

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

Practice with us for up to 3 times for free. Life-jackets and paddles provided. Saturdays at the Oak Harbor Marina, 8:45am. Contact njlish@ gmail.com. More info at our Facebook Page: https://www. facebook.com/NorthPugetSou ndDragonBoatClub?ref=hl Medical Marijuana patients unite; If you need assistance, advice, etc. please contact at 420patientnetworking@gmail. com. Local Whidbey Island help.

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

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

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WORK WANTED All carpet & vinyl installation, repaired, and re-stretched. 35 years experience. Call Scott (360) 222-3547 (0)

JOB MARKET PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Oak Harbor Senior Center is looking for a dynamic individual to lead in the development of programs and activities for seniors in our community. This is a 35 hour a week - Non-Exempt position plus great benefits! The Activity Coordinator is responsible for research, planning, coordination and marketing of activities, parties, trips, tours, and events for the senior program. Programs may include evening functions and weekend events to provide premier customer and community services.

This position also provides leadership of volunteers, assists the Senior Services Administrator on budgets and program plans, and performs duties of the Administrator in his/her absence. Essential Job Functions: Independently research, plan, and implement activities, classes, trips, and special events for Senior Center participants; With the Administrator, evaluate and modify existing programs, activities and services; Assist the Administrator in scheduling facility use after hours, and with daily maintenance of the center; Create monthly calendars of events, activities, and classes; Write, edit and submit monthly newsletter, and provide program publicity and community education; Maintain detailed records of programs, events, activities, and participant usage; Recruit, conduct orientation, supervise, schedule, and provide ongoing training for volunteers; Oversee the Center's operations in the absence of the Senior Services Administrator; With Administrator, develop and conduct fundraising activities and events; Perform responsibilities of Passport Acceptance Agent; Establish and maintain effective work-

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www.whidbeyrentals.com 285 NE Midway Blvd • Suite 2 • Oak Harbor • 360-675-9596 ing relationships with Center participants, program and activity providers, the media, service organizations, other employees and volunteers, supervisors, other agencies/ groups, and the general public in a courteous and helpful manner sometimes in stressful situations; Serve as staff support for various committees.

For qualifications and requirements or to apply, visit www. oakharbor.org/hr. Salary: $20.89-$25.69 Hourly. Closes February 19, 2017 (0) HELPER: Need light cleaning help. Hank (360) 678-7591 (1) DRIVERS: Part-time, full-time, on-call & weekend driver positions available. Must have or be willing to obtain CDL Class B with P2 passenger endorsement. If interested, please contact Brent at (360) 679-4003 or find an application online at www.seatacshuttle.com/ employment.php

LESSONS Guitar lessons: Looking for guitar students who would like to learn how to play or upgrade their current playing skills. All genre taught, oneon-one instruction, beginners welcome. Call Scott, (360) 675-5470. Setup and consultation free with first session.

Lessons last 1-hr each.

ELECTRONICS Set of 6 DL speakers and DL blue ray player. All for $40.

Call (360) 678-6667 (0) No Cheating!

HOME FURNISHINGS Turn of the century solid wood empire-style settee and matching chair with wood scrolled armrests. $500 for set; 1930s waterfall style wood armoire with wood inlay detailing and glass door and drawer handles, $250. (360) 678-6667 (1) Antique 1950's Vintage Blitz Weinhard Metal Mural Beer Sign with scene of Deception Pass, Whidbey Island Bridge and Passage through to the San Juan Islands. This Vintage sign has a working long, fluorescent light along bottom.

The Blitz logo has some small scratches on it but otherwise the sign is in good condition.

Sign is 31" L x 9.5" W x 4" D, $250 or best reasonable offer.

Cash transaction only. Carol, call or text (360) 682-8195 (0) Antique coffee table. The table top has unique display in rich brown tones of dark and light colors. The top is stylish in a curved and elegant design. It has intricate thick, solid carved "shell and scroll" carving around the perimeter and continues with accent designs on the curved legs and feet. Table dimensions are 38" x 20" x 15”, $225 or best reasonable offer. Cash transaction only.

Carol, call or text (360) 6828195 (0)

LAWN AND GARDEN White Vintage Wicker Patio 5-Piece Set: Chaise Lounger;

Chair with foot rest that extends/re-tracks; Rectangle, low table with shelf; Desk with white Formica table top and two drawers; Round table. All recently cleaned and repainted. Covered in heated dry indoor storage, non smoking home, $375 or best reasonable offer. Cash transaction only. Carol, call or text (360) 682-8195 (0) Straw Hay for Sale: Good for bedding, erosion control, mulch, etc. $3 per bale. 20 bale minimum. (360) 321-1624 Perma Mulch rubber edging, 9 strips, each 10’ long, $7 each roll. Call (360) 678-1167

MISCELLANEOUS Stelber Unicycle, $15. (360) 678-6667 (0) Prism kite bag, very good condition, $60 cash only. (360) 632-6202 Looking for Xmas, Bday, Father's Day, or just Gifts in general? These are LOCAL made crafts, I have about 50-60 of these available. They are $16.00/ea, plus shipping if you want them mailed. CASH preferred. Dimensions are: 5-6"W X 17”L. Contact me at ljohn60@gmail.com.

ANIMALS/SUPPLIES Excellent Grass Hay for Sale.

Good for horses, $7 per bale,

20 bale minimum. (360) 3211624 If you or someone you know needs help in feeding pet(s), WAIF Pet Food Banks may be able to help. Pet Food Banks are located at WAIF thrift stores in Oak Harbor (50 NE Midway Blvd) and Freeland (1660 Roberta Ave) and are generously stocked by donations from the community. If you need assistance, please stop by.

WANTED Looking for free building materials to build my daughter a playhouse. Will haul away for free. Please call (360) 3411576 (1) Vietnam era veteran seeking bow hunting privileges on private land for next season.

Please call (425) 231-2576 (1) Puzzle 1 (Medium, difficulty rating 0.51)

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