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MARCH 18 - MARCH 24, 2021
Oak Harbor
considers adding
“Angel de la
Creatividad”
sculpture to
Windjammer Park
By Kacie Jo Voeller Whidbey Weekly
Oak Harbor’s Windjammer Park may soon
be home to the “Angel de la Creatividad,”
or “Angel of Creativity,” a 37-foot statue by
world-famous sculptor Sebastián. Currently,
Oak Harbor City Council members are con-
sidering the statue and voted unanimously
at a Feb. 16 meeting to explore the offer in
Photo Courtesy of Whidbey Health more detail, with findings to be presented at
WhidbeyHealth has reached the 10,000-dose mark in COVID-19 vaccine distribution in Island County. the March 24 council workshop.
One step closer to normal -
Therese Kingsbury, a member of the Oak
Harbor Arts Commission, said the sculpture
is a part of the late George Drake’s estate.
Drake was an avid supporter of the arts and
Washington moves to Phase 3
the statue was initially offered to Bellingham,
but the offer was withdrawn by the estate’s
executor. She said Drake had expressed his
desire to have the statue installed at a water-
front location, and indicated Windjammer
By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly ing for clarification,” said Melanie Bacon, Island County Commis-
Park as a possibility.
The state of Washington takes another step on the roadmap to sioner. “We do know restaurants can open up to 50 percent, so I’m
certainly happy for those businesses and customers.” “(This is a) world class opportunity that does
recovery next week – as of Monday, the entire state will move into
not get offered to small towns like Oak
Phase 3 of the Healthy Washington: Roadmap to Recovery plan, Commissioners also applauded the move back to a county-by- Harbor ever,” she said. “This is an unex-
Gov. Jay Inslee announced last week. In addition, the short-lived county method of evaluation rather than the regional plan. pected gift coming from an unexpected
“regional approach” will be no more, as the evaluation process will
"I would like to think it was Island County’s persistence, but most donor with an unexpected storyline.”
shift back to a county-by-county approach.
local governments were pushing to get out of the regional model," Kingsbury said Sebastián, the famous Mex-
“Because of the progress we’ve made by decreasing our case rates said Commissioner Jill Johnson. "The fact that counties of all size
and hospitalizations, as well as our tremendous efforts to get more ican artist of the “Angel de la Creatividad,”
were expressing concerns about regionalization I think underlines has his work featured around the world,
people vaccinated, our reopening plan is once again based on coun-
the point that it was simply the wrong way to go about reopening including in Rio de Janeiro, Osaka, San
ties, not regions,” Inslee said during a press conference. “We are
decision-making." Antonio and more. Kingsbury said she felt
excited to take this step and we will keep evaluating our progress,
and the impacts of these changes, to determine how and when we Gov. Inslee also announced last week that the state will progress to the sculpture would help bolster tourism and
reopen further.” the next tier of eligibility for the vaccine, about a week earlier than draw art enthusiasts to the island.
As part of the updated plan, counties will now be evaluated every originally planned. Those in Phase 1B-Tier 2 are now able to get “It is a magical opportunity that will be a
three weeks. Evaluations will take place on Mondays and any their vaccine. gamechanger for our community and I think
changes would begin on Friday. The first evaluation is planned for that everybody should embrace the gift and
The supply of vaccine to Island County has also stabilized somewhat,
April 12. Large and small counties will be evaluated differently on enjoy the fact that it is going to bring people,
making it easier to distribute. The county is actually running slightly
two metrics – new case rates and new COVID hospitalizations. If any because people will travel to see this sculp-
ahead of the state in terms of vaccine distribution, according to St.
county fails either of the metrics it will move back one phase. Island ture,” she said.
Clair.
County falls into the large county category, as it has more than Many community members have expressed
50,000 residents. “Island County has done very well in vaccine distribution given our support for the piece, including Karen Kos-
advance planning and early start,” she said. “This despite the chal- chak, whose public comment was included in
Further, if the statewide ICU capacity reaches more than 90 percent, lenges in supply at the early weeks of vaccinations. If you review
all counties in the state will move back one phase. All movement the March 2 meeting of the council.
the State data on vaccinations – Washington state has 18 percent
backward or forward in phases is at the discretion of the State “I’m writing to encourage you and others on
initiating (first dose) vaccinations completed, Island County has 19
Department of Health. the committee to accept the donation of the
percent. Vaccination completions is close, with the state at 10.26
While details of Phase 3 are expected to be released sometime percent and Island County at 10.40 percent.” beautiful artwork,” she wrote. “I am aware
this week, it will allow in-person spectators at professional and that there are those who may not appreciate
high school sporting events for the first time in a year, according “Based on what we’ve seen, specifically in regard to the Pfizer-Bi- a modern piece of art, but that is the beauty
to Inslee. For sporting venues with permanent seating, 25 percent oNTech vaccine (due to our storage capabilities with our specialized of art. It inspires and touches each of us dif-
capacity will be allowed. Up to 400 people will be allowed for both freezers), we are beginning to see some regularity developing with ferently. It creates conversation and discourse
outdoor and indoor activities, as long as that number does not the vaccine supply chain,” said WhidbeyHealth Marketing and Com- through which we can all learn. There have
exceed 50 percent of capacity for the location. This also applies to munity Relations Manager Conor O’Brien. “Due to how we report been many occasions when hearing why
restaurants, gyms, fitness centers and movie theaters. Masks and our vaccine data to the State Department of Health, we haven’t someone loves a piece, I have been enabled
social distancing will still be required. had any problems in the last month receiving allocation requests for to have a better appreciation.”
booster (second) doses. Regarding our prime (first) dose allocations, However, there has been concern from
“Some of the hardest hit businesses in Washington will be able to
return to 50 percent capacity as we continue on the road to recov- those in particular are starting to normalize. We’ve received alloca- community members about the sculpture,
ery,” Inslee said. “On March 22, we make one more step to beating tions for prime doses two out of the last three weeks.” including maintenance costs and the piece’s
this virus and rejuvenating our economy.” O’Brien said they have had such success manning WhidbeyHealth’s abstract aesthetic. Local social media pages
vaccination clinics, they are not adding additional volunteer staff at have seen comments from community
Local leaders are pleased to see the state’s progress in reopening
this time and said vaccinations continue to go well. members expressing reservations, as well
the economy.
as discussion of a desire to have another
“I am pleased to move to Phase 3, assuming the public will continue “We also just had a milestone in our vaccination efforts this week, windmill built in lieu of bringing other art to
to follow the three W’s – wear a mask, wash hands and watch your where we administered our 10,000th vaccine dose to the Dean of the city, as the windmill previously located in
distance,” said Island County Commissioner Janet St. Clair. “We just Students at Oak Harbor Intermediate School,” he said. the park was dismantled starting in 2017 due
need to be safe as we are cautiously optimistic about our progress.” To determine eligibility for the COVID vaccine, visit FindYour-
“We don’t know yet exactly what Phase 3 means — we’re still wait- PhaseWa.org. See STATUE continued on page 8
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I counted at least 15, 1870, in Harper's Weekly to comment as naturally as sunrise banishes night.
eight audible on the dealings of Northern Democrats
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Time for
Bits & Pieces some
financial
crabbing, and a boating safety class specifically Seeking Applicants for Housing
for kids. It is a great way to connect with the Authority of Island County
Puget Sound boating community.”
spring
The Island County Board of Commissioners is
The Deception Pass Sail and Power Squadron
(DPSPS) is a 44-year-old nonprofit organiza- seeking applicants to fill two positions on the
tion, and has over 75 members from Whidbey Housing Authority of Island County Board.
cleaning
and Fidalgo islands. The Housing Authority Board of Island County
[Submitted by Jennifer Geller, DPSPS] consists of five community members and
Navy to Make PFAS Notifications one resident member. The Board of County
Drive-By Donation Drive to Agricultural Operations Commissioners appoints Housing Authority
Board of Commissioner members for five year In just a few days, we will experience the
This week the Navy will begin making notifica-
I Support The Girls-Whidbey Island is hold- vernal equinox – one of the two times in the year
ing a Drive-By Donation Drive from 10:00am to tions to owners and operators of agricultural terms. Resident commissioner terms are for when the sun is exactly above the equator. Apart
2:00pm Saturday. It will be held at the old IOOF operations near Navy installations with known two years. from this astronomical anomaly, though, the
building on the corner of Barrington and Dock per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) equinox is mostly known as the beginning of
impacting groundwater. The mission/purpose of the Housing Authority spring – a fresh beginning and the time to spruce
Streets in Oak Harbor, across from the Amer- things up. This year, as you tidy up your home and
of Island County is to promote adequate and
ican Legion Post. Volunteers will be collecting Notifications are required under a new federal surroundings, why not also consider some
affordable housing, economic opportunity and
new and gently used bras, new panties, socks, law – Section 335 of the 2021 National financial spring cleaning?
toiletries of all types and sizes and all individ- Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The law a suitable living environment free from discrim- Here are a few ideas for getting your financial
ually wrapped menstrual hygiene products. requires the Department of Defense (DOD) ination; to serve the citizens of Island County house in order:
to work with the Department of Agricul- • “De-clutter” your portfolio
These items are then distributed all over the by assisting low-income households with safe, Over the years, many of us tend to pick up
ture (USDA) to identify agricultural opera-
island to help ladies who are homeless, fleeing decent and affordable housing opportunities duplicate items that find their way into the nooks
abusive and/or human trafficking situations, tions within one mile down gradient of DOD and crannies of our homes, gathering dust and
as they strive to achieve self-sufficiency and
low income, school girls, and more. This is installation boundaries, in the direction of the remaining unused. Over time, your investment
groundwater flow, for which groundwater improve the quality of their lives and by form- portfolio can also accumulate redundancies – that
another opportunity to clean out your cabinets
sampling results exceed 70 parts per trillion of ing effective partnerships to maximize social is, you might own several investments that are
and drawers for those unwanted but usable essentially similar. It might be appropriate to
PFOA and/or PFOS and /or 40 parts per billion and economic opportunities for low-income
items and items you no longer need. Open
of PFBS. replace some of these and broaden your holdings.
packages are fine as long as the contents are household to assist them in achieving self-suf- • Own your investments purposefully
individually wrapped. For more information, Notifications are being made based on the ficiency. The mission shall be accomplished You own certain things for certain reasons – a
email Kate at istg.whidbeyisland@gmail.com. USDA identified agricultural operations and by a fiscally responsible, creative organization broom to sweep the floors, a microwave to heat
PFAS results from applicable Navy installations. the food and so on. As an investor, you should be
[Submitted by Kate Mistler, I Support The The Navy will provide notification packets
committed to excellence in public service. following a goal-based strategy that includes the
Girls-Whidbey Island] matching of certain investments with certain
to those USDA-identified agricultural opera- The board customarily meets monthly for up to objectives. For example, you might own stocks or
Community Invited to Learn tions that fall within the applicable notifica- two hours at a time. Regular meetings are the mutual funds to eventually provide the capital
More About Local Boating tion areas. second Tuesday of each month, from 9:30am appreciation potential you’ll need to retire
Squadron Notification packets will include a letter comfortably. But you might also own other
to 12:00pm and are subject to rescheduling vehicles, such as bonds or other fixed-income
Deception Pass Sail & Power Squadron from the base commanding officer, a copy as needed. In December, an annual meeting investments, to provide you with a source of
to Hold Virtual Open House of Section 335 of the NDAA and the range
is held at 9:30am the second Tuesday of the regular income.
Deception Pass Sail and Power Squadron
of levels for PFOA, PFOS, and/or PFBS found • “Dust off” your investment strategy
in groundwater. The packet will also include month. The annual meeting includes presen- Over a long winter, your windows can get dirty
(DPSPS), the local affiliate of America’s Boat- tations of the annual report for the prior fiscal and grimy, so, when spring arrives, you may want
health and safety information from govern-
ing Club, is holding a new member orientation
ment agencies about these substances. Multi- year and election of board officers for the to get out the glass cleaner – and when you’re
Saturday from 11:00am to noon. The meet- done, you’ll be able to see out more clearly. Over
ple notification packets may be sent to coming year. time, your investment strategy may get somewhat
ing is also open to anyone interested in learn-
ing more about the boating squadron. Due to
different people at the same address to ensure “dusty,” too, especially if you’ve experienced
Interested individuals should provide a letter of
all official owners and operators have been significant changes in your life, such as a new job,
COVID restrictions, the meeting will be held notified. Notification letters will be distributed interest and statement of qualifications by mail a new child or even a new plan for retirement. By
online using Zoom and will cover membership as information is received from USDA. or email to: periodically reviewing your investment strategy,
benefits, education, training and recreational you’ll be able to clarify your vision for the future.
This is only a notification effort. At this time, Island County Board of Commissioners • Protect yourself from hidden dangers
activities. For more information and meeting
login instructions, contact DPSPS commander
there are no additional actions required or ATTN: Housing Authority Board of Island If you poke around your garage, shed or other
planned for these USDA-identified agricul- County Vacancy storage area, you may well find some objects –
Pat Waters at frenchsailor@comcast.net. gardening tools, paint thinners and engine fluids,
tural operations. While PFAS are not currently PO Box 5000
The Deception Pass squadron, which covers regulated as hazardous substances, Navy and leaning ladders and so on – that could be danger-
Whidbey and Fidalgo islands, is part of a Coupeville, WA 98239 ous, either because they aren’t stored properly or
Marine Corps installations nationwide are
they’re hard to see and can cause trips and falls.
national organization with over thirty thou- proactively conducting investigations to iden- Email applications should be sent to j.roll@ As part of your spring cleaning, you’d want to get
sand members nationwide. They offer boating tify PFAS releases and address them. For more islandcountywa.gov these objects out of harm’s way to safeguard
courses and seminars, on-the-water training information on Navy’s PFAS investigation and yourself and your family. But when you think of
events, vessel safety checks, safety training drinking water response actions, please visit Application materials should be received no your financial situation, are you also exposing
and cooperative charting. www.navfac.navy.mil/NWPFAS. later than 4:30pm April 8. yourself and your loved ones to risk? If something
were to happen to you, could your family
According to Waters, the boating squadron For more information about this notification For additional information please phone members stay in their home? Could your children
welcomes anyone, from young families inter- effort, please contact the Naval Facilities Engi- 360-679-7353 or e-mail Jennifer Roll at the still go to college? To help keep their lifestyle
ested in getting into boating, to the experi- neering Systems Command Public Affairs Offi- intact if you weren’t around, you’ll need adequate
cer, Mr. James Johnson at 360-396-6387 or via
above address. A complete position description life insurance. And to avoid burdening your
enced mariner. “Our classes go from basic grown children with potentially huge expenses
email at PAO_Feedback@navy.mil. is available upon request.
boating safety and handling, all the way to should you ever need some type of long-term
celestial navigation,” he noted. “We also offer [Submitted by Mike Welding, Public Affairs [Submitted by Jennifer Roll, Deputy Clerk of care, such as an extended nursing home stay, you
family-friendly seminars on shrimping and Officer, NAS Whidbey Island] the Board] may want to talk to a financial advisor about
protection strategies.
By taking some spring cleaning measures, you
can brighten your living space for the seasons
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principles to your financial environment, you can
help improve the prospects for meeting your
important goals.
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NEWS FROM THE
Male on line advising he needs to reach
Salt Lake City to report an incident involv-
ing his wife. Told reporting party to hold
while call-taker found number, reporting GARDEN CENTER
party disconnected. Recalled twice went
Island 911
straight to voicemail.
SATURDAY, FEB. 13 Blooming &
12:23 am, Cherry St.
Immediate hang up from residential line;
Beautiful
on recall, female was trying to get option 1 Gallon Heathers
Seriously, we do not make this stuff up!
for time and temperature; advising didn’t
know address, no need for law enforce-
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Sale dates 3/17-3/23 (not valid on prior sales)
THURSDAY, FEB. 11 6:23 pm, Scurlock Rd. 9:17 pm, Cultus Bay Rd.
3:09 am, Tree Frog Ln. Reporting party advising someone is out- Caller states it looks like something on
Caller states subject has been living in the side her door. Says they are seeking shel- power line exploded and is now on fire.
woods and told caller her cigarettes were ter because they had too much to drink, 9:44 pm, Timberline Rd.
locked in his car. Caller gave her the keys talking to themselves. White female, 50 Caller advising four subjects on 4-wheel-
and then she drove off in it. years old. ers going up and down the road, is upset
9:16 pm, Coles Rd. about noise.
12:20 pm, Smugglers Cove Rd.
Advising female was just at location stat- Reporting party advising female hemor- SUNDAY, FEB. 14
ing she was looking for her ex-husband, rhaging from her vagina; unknown cause. 7:59 am, Northgate Dr.
who is in the military; she wanted access Line disconnected - male was frustrated Requesting check on subject at location
to wooded property behind reporting with questions. due to piracy felonies and lives with
10:44 pm, SR 525 felons. Drugs in house. States someone
party’s residence. Reporting party found
Reporting party would like to get a tres- put something in the water.
female suspicious.
pass issued on his mother. States mother 12:30 pm, Cultus Bay Rd.
2:04 pm, SR 20 On Cultus Bay before Campbell Road,
has been very rude to reporting party’s
Freeland
Occurred last week, subject exposed him- reporting party saw car upside down with
wife and kids and “getting in their faces;”
self to barista. Reporting party would like snow on it; can only see two tires from
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Angler
All entries are listed chronologically, unless there Learn how to make your own origami with
are multiple entries for the same venue or are scrap paper from around the house. Mr. Ishida By Tracy Loescher
connected to a specific organization (such as will show us how we can make our own
Sno-Isle Libraries) in which case all entries for origami paper and how to fold it, so bring
that venue or organization are listed collectively some paper and scissors and imagination! To
in chronological order under one heading. register, visit https://sno-isle.bibliocommons.
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Kindergarten Food for Thought Online Book Group -
Wednesdays, 11:00am-3:00pm “Eruption”
KING SALMON SERIES–PART 3:
South Whidbey Elementary K-4 welcomes Thursday, March 18, 7:00-9:00pm
MARINE AREAS 8-1 AND 8-2
families to enroll their child into the 2021- Online event
2022 In-Person Kindergarten Program. Please I refer to fishing Marine Areas 8-1 and
Discover the history and science behind the
call 360-221-4600 (press 5 for the office) to 8-2 as “fishing the inside.” This stretch of
1980 eruption in this page-turning account
schedule a time for a meet and greet. Meet- water gets large amounts of fresh water
of an iconic Washington event. We will then
ings are being scheduled each Wednesday from river run-off, which makes fishing
take a look at some iconic Washington food
beginning March 17. Children who will be techniques a little different. The biggest
purveyors in Washington Food Artisans. To
five years old on or before Aug. 31, 2021 are difference I have noticed over the years is
welcome to enroll. For online enrollment, go register, visit https://sno-isle.bibliocommons.
lure color; light green or blue has produced The “Rotator”
to the South Whidbey School District’s Website com/events/
the most fish for me during the winter Pinks don’t get the top-shelf attention the
at sw.wednet.edu, choose “Families” and Books2Movies: “The 100-Year Old Man Blackmouth seasons. Summer Chinook
“Enrollment.” kings do, but they are tenacious fighters
Who Climbed Out the Window and Disap- fishing on the inside has been basically and are not afraid to leap out of the water
98260: Live! peared” non-existent as far back as I can remem-
Friday, March 19, 2:00pm and show off their top-water skills. There
Saturday, March 20, 7:30pm ber. The Tribal Council and the Washing-
Zoom meeting are two primary lures that 90 percent of
Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, Langley ton Department of Fish and Wildlife have
fishermen use to catch pink salmon – the
All Seats: $35 Which do you like better, the book or the restricted these waters during the summer
“Buzz Bomb” (the treble hook will need
Travel writer Sue Frause and improv artist Billy movie? Read or listen to the book, watch the months to help increase the number of
to be replaced by a single hook) and the
Tierney host a fun-filled evening of comedy and movie, then join us online for a lively discus- adult Chinook salmon returning to the
Skagit, Stillaguamish and Snohomish rivers. “Rotator.”
music featuring local celebs and a Best Mask sion. Brandon Henry, who works at The Clyde
Contest. For tickets or more information, visit Theater in Langley, leads the discussion. From my point of view, it’s been many The Buzz Bomb was first to make its mark,
www.wicaonline.org or call 360-221-8262. years of summer closures with very little, if then a local lure maker got into the act and
This month’s title: The 100-Year Old Man Who
Eine Kleine Nachtmusik any, positive results, mainly due to the per- created the Rotator. Both of these lures
Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared, by
Saturday, March 27, 7:30pm sistent yearly tribal gill netting that takes look very similar in shape and size and are
Jonas Jonasson, the tale of a larger-than-life
Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, Langley place on all three rivers during spawning rigged to catch fish in the same manner.
old man with a fondness for vodka, who goes
All Seats: $35 season. Both lures come in a variety of colors, but
on an unexpected adventure in this whimsical
The Whidbey Island Orchestra performs novel – perfect for fans of Forrest Gump and A There are a couple of bright spots for pink is the most proven.
Mozart’s joyful Milanese Quartets (K.155, Man Called Ove. To receive a Zoom invitation, catching Chinook salmon on the inside. Pinks are a perfect opportunity to get
156, and 157) and Eine Kleine Nachtmusik. please register. An email address is required. One is the summer Tulalip Bubble fish- young anglers excited about salmon
For tickets or more information, visit www. https://sno-isle.bibliocommons.com/events/ ery. Just on the outskirts of Tulalip Bay
fishing. It doesn’t require a boat to catch
wicaonline.org or call 360-221-8262. fishermen can target Chinooks from May
Volcano Hazard Maps Past, Present, and a limit of fish and the start-up cost of rod,
Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events Future through September with day-of-the-week
reel, and tackle is low compared to Chi-
See schedule below Tuesday, March 23, 3:30-4:30pm restrictions. This isolated area is subject to
nook. The pinks generally begin to arrive
Cost: Free Online event
yearly changes set by the WDFW so be sure
in mid to late July and will peak between
to check the state regulations. The second
Dreamer’s Carnival presented by Yasu Map nerds, this is the talk for you! One of the mid-August through September. One of
bright spot and other opportunity to fight
Ishida most frequently asked question is “how will the biggest reasons pinks are great for
a king salmon on the inside is during the
Thursday, March 18, 4:00-5:00pm I be affected by the next eruption?” Scien- young anglers is it does not take a long
winter Blackmouth season (November
Come join an adventure of Dreamer’s Carni- tists and geographers work together to make through mid March); unfortunately, the cast to reach these fish; during certain
val, a virtual storytelling magic show! It is filled sure you know what hazards to expect and state and tribal council decided not to times of the tide the fish can be as close as
with stories with magic tricks, and origami! how to respond during the next eruption. See 10 feet from shore. The prime time to be
open the 2020/2021 winter season. Let’s
how hazard maps have evolved over time and hope the co-managed fisheries person- on the beach is one hour before and after
the challenges faced today by mapmakers. To nel do not repeat this very disappointing high or low tide. There will be fish traveling
register, visit https://sno-isle.bibliocommons. closure for the 2021/2022 season, in my the deeper waters all day but if you have
Like us on: com/events/. opinion it’s not fair to the recreational to pick a time when the odds are in your
Discuss the Classics with Rita Bartell Drum fishermen. Our taxes, licenses, and boat favor, those are the best.
Thursdays, 12:30 or 7:00pm launch fees help pay to raise these Black-
Here are a few spots along the inside (Sara-
Enjoy a pleasant hour of shared wisdom and mouth chinook to create a winter fishery;
toga Pass) to try your luck starting on the
fellowship as we consider the words and hope the fact is all of the adult winter fish we
north end of Whidbey working south:
of times past and weave a fabric of renewed would catch would be hatchery fish; there
hope by leaning on the “Classics.” Contact: are no adult natural kings in the sound at • Hoypus Point
360-682-2341 • www.whidbeyweekly.com
ritadrum777@gmail.com for ZOOM link. this time.
• Ben Ure Spit (Ala Spit Park)
Since chinook fishing is scarce, let’s touch
• Mariners Cove public beach area
on another salmon species that enters
Marine Areas 8-1 and 8-2 that is sure to • Any Penn Cove public beach access
put a smile on your face and fresh fillets • Freeland Park Beach
in the smoker: Pink Salmon, or Humpy’s.
Pinks only return to the Puget Sound on • Possession Beach Waterfront Park
odd years, and if the returning numbers • Possession Point State Park
of these fish are high enough, sometimes
in the millions, it is all out pandemonium There are miles of beach in Area 8-1 and
on the inside beaches of Whidbey Island. 8-2, but many of the fishable beaches are
private; friends, family, or businesses may
be the only way to get access to these
Bait & Tackle beaches so remember to always ask and
Bows & get permission first!
Supplies Marine Areas 8-1 and 8-2 are not known
Get ready fo Guns & as prime Chinook waters but there are
r the field &
We have eve fishing seas Ammunition salmon to be caught so we can’t leave it
rything you on.
waders, ves need in store Boating & out. Some early salmon predictions are on
ts, nets, tack - the WDFW website; navigate to “fishing
le, lures and Camping Sup
more! plies regulation news” and see what the crystal
And Much,
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“Pandemonium” reigns at OutCast Productions
By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly living in a pandemic for a year? We put the
word out, basically asking for plays no longer
OutCast Productions in Langley is pleased to
than 20 minutes.”
present a completely original work to enjoy
this weekend via the small screen: “Pande- Farley said they received nearly 30 submis-
monium, Life During the Pandemic.” The sions. Those were whittled down to just nine
filmed collection of nine short plays debuted short plays by playwrights from around the
last weekend and three more opportunities globe, ranging in length from about four
to join in the streaming experience are avail- minutes to 20 minutes each.
able Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and
“We have playwrights from England, Israel,
Sunday at 2 p.m. (“doors” open 30 minutes
New York, California and Seattle,” he said.
prior).
“It’s a mix of humorous, slice-of-life works
Artistic director and founder, Ned Farley, said and more serious.”
that following the shutdowns and restrictions
Whether it’s the story of a single woman
of 2020, it was time to try something new.
whose friendship with a live bat brings her
“We came into 2021 thinking we’ve got to great comfort, a wealthy couple from the
do something, we have to find opportunities Hamptons who get a life lesson in doing
to be creative,” he said. “We invited play- without, or the poignant depiction of a
wrights to be creative – what’s it been like mother and daughter in deep, emotional, Alex Wren Photo Courtesy of OutCast Productions
Chelsea Mathews-Jensen and Bojohn Diciple record their performance in “Pacific Coast Trail,” by Jenny Lyn Bader, in front of a green screen
for OutCast Productions’ film production of “Pandemonium, Life During the Pandemic,” streaming this weekend.
pandemic-induced pain, the thought-provok- another director and a lighting designer.”
ing production will spark laughter and likely
Even though several of the plays were
some tears.
recorded at the theater, the experience of
Despite health restrictions still in place at directing for the stage versus directing for a
the time of filming, most of the plays were camera was something very new, Farley said.
recorded on stage at the OutCast theater at
“Well, one difference is as the artistic director
the Langley fairgrounds.
of the company, this felt more like being a
“Two of the plays were written for Zoom, so project manager, which is not a bad thing,”
we rehearsed them that way and recorded he said. “It felt very different from that end
them on Zoom,” Farley explained. “Several because there was so much juggling.
were filmed in the theater up against a green
“As a director, the rehearsal aspect was
screen so there is some consistency in how all
much different, because it was all virtual,”
of them look, and one was filmed at one of
Farley continued. “That was part of the
the couple’s home.”
reason we cast actors we knew, because we
Keeping actors and crew safe was also a knew what they could do and we were com-
priority. fortable with them working on their own. So
“Three of the plays are about couples,” said I wasn’t as hands on as I am in the theater,
Farley. “We cast them with couples who are where I have to do a lot of blocking, work on
Alex Wren Photo Courtesy of OutCast Productions in relationships, so they were already in their the lighting, etc. Rehearsals we did on Zoom
Nine original short plays have been filmed and are part of OutCast Productions’ streaming event entitled “Pandemonium, Life During the own bubble. When we brought them into
Pandemic.” Above, Jim Scullin is featured in the play “Waiting for Godzilla,” by Sherry Friedman. the theater, it was just me and sometimes See "PANDEMONIUM" continued on page 8
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STATUE continued from page 2
Life
to deterioration of the building. In the March
2 meeting, a comment by longtime-commu-
nity resident Gerry Yakovleff was displayed,
expressing his thoughts about the sculpture.
“Public art: say no to the donation sculpture
Tributes
being dumped on us by Bellingham,” he
wrote. “There is a very good reason that
Bellingham turned it down. You should too.
The monument is not in keeping with the
theme of Oak Harbor as a water way - Pacific
Northwest theme. (An) abstract angel is not
appropriate for us.”
William “Bill” Layne Burgoyne Kingsbury, who also serves as vice president
for Sculpture Northwest, said she hoped
Bill was born in Portland, Ore., May 27, community members would see the statue’s
1962 and died March 3, 2021. He was installation as a positive step for the commu-
lovingly raised by his parents, Dixie and nity and would help draw visitors. Rendering Courtesy of Richard Nash
Robert Burgoyne, with his brother Rick. This rendering of the "Angel de la Creatividad" statue by
Bill fondly recalled his childhood with his brother “This is not about a new windmill, this is just international artist Sebastián gives an idea of what the modern
about grasping an opportunity and I think in art sculpture could look like if placed at Windjammer Park in
and parents, often sharing memories of him and
these times and these days that these kinds Oak Harbor. (The color and placement of the work have not been
his brother, family camping trips, the sound of his
of opportunities do not happen very often finalized.) The city council will discuss the possibility of selecting
father’s piano playing and his admiration for his
and a lot of these little communities are the sculpture at a workshop March 24.
mother’s dedication to them. struggling,” she said.
In 1981, Bill joined the U.S. Navy, where he served Rodric Gagnon, the chairman of the Oak Local sculptor Sue Taves offered her thoughts
a 20-year career. He was a proud Seabee and used their “Can Do” motto throughout all aspects of his life. Harbor Arts Commission, said he encouraged on the piece and said she was excited about
Bill met his wife of forty years, Darcie, in middle school. They grew up as friends in shared social circles. those with thoughts or concerns pertaining the possibility of bringing the work of an
While away at bootcamp, Bill entered Darcie in a “Sailors Sweetheart” competition. Despite not being to the statue and other city issues to consider internationally-known artist to the area.
sweethearts at the time, he won the competition and her heart through his persistence and ability to make getting involved.
her laugh. In 1982 they married, and together had four children. They traveled where the Navy sent them, “I think it is a whole new level of sculpture,”
“If anybody has opinions that they want the she said. “This is something you might see in
moving 13 times before eventually settling on Whidbey Island. In 1998, Bill made Chief and closed out
city to hear about, come and participate,” the Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle or in a
his Navy career in 2001. Following his retirement, he continued to serve the government, working in civil
he said. “All our public meetings are public, major collection,” she said. “It is quite amaz-
service. He was a proud veteran and a dedicated employee. everything is open to the public for com- ing thinking about having the opportunity
Bill had four children: Joshua, Briana, Sarah, and Matthew. He was a loving and devoted father. He took ments and participation. We are always look- to have it here and considering how much
great pride in their accomplishments and was always their biggest supporter. He taught them hard work, ing for volunteers on the Arts Commission it would cost if it were being purchased
loyalty, forgiveness, the importance of laughter and that family is what matters most. In 2004 Bill was and there is always tons of opportunity to outright, I cannot imagine any of our cities
made a “Papa” for the first time when his granddaughter, Alexus, was born. He admired her dedication to participate and influence how the city spends or fundraising being able to come up with
achieving her goals and adored her kind heart. In 2012 he was once again gifted with more grandchildren, its taxpayer dollars.” something at this budget. I just cannot even
Shayla and Jaxson. Bill loved going to their school and sporting events and simply spending his time with Gagnon said the commission has also understand why anybody would be against it
them. In 2016 he was given another grandson, Shae, and shortly after that, Bryer. He found joy in Shae’s partnered with Sculpture Northwest (the if they were a supporter of the arts at all.”
funny nature and cherished Bryer’s tender demeanor. organization Drake founded) to help find Taves said although there were a number of
In 2019 Bill was diagnosed with metastatic cancer, but he maintained his “Can Do” mentality. Bill endured a place for the sculpture to be displayed. factors to look at and costs associated with
Gagnon said Drake’s estate is willing to cover upkeep and engineering to be considered,
27 chemotherapy infusions with unending perseverance and incredible strength. His fight against cancer
installation, transportation and engineering she felt the statue was worth the investment
taught us all to love deeper, be truly present, and to take life and really live it.
costs minus $35,000 from the city, with the and much of the associated costs would also
Bill will be remembered for his outgoing personality, the joy he found in laughter, his dedication to hard sculpture itself being a gift. Gagnon also said be covered by the estate.
work, the love he had for his family, and the strength he showed us all. A military service was held at the city has funding for the arts built into its
Tahoma National Cemetery for family March 18. Friends and family are welcome to celebrate Bill’s Life budget. “It brings positive attention, it has the poten-
from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 26 at Rocky Point Recreation Area (Can-Do-Inn). tial to bring tourism, it engages the com-
“We brought it to City Council on a pretty
munity in conversation about art,” she said.
Arrangements are entrusted to Wallin-Stucky Funeral Home, Oak Harbor, Wash. Please visit Bill’s page in fast track just because the estate of George
“Those are all positive aspects. So I think
our Book of Memories online at www.wallinfuneralhome.com to share memories and leave condolences. Drake is pretty anxious to get this piece in the
that would be the thing I would encourage
public view, it has been in storage for a long
people to do, is just step back and look at it
time,” he said. “And when we did bring it
Life Tributes can now be found in front of City Council on fairly short notice
as a gift. That is what it is, it is being given as
a gift from somebody who was a major arts
those who had concerns all had prudent,
online at www.whidbeyweekly.com thoughtful concerns and I think we have
supporter in the region. So I would encour-
age people to think about it on the bigger
tried to address all of those and we are going
scale.”
to try to continue to move forward and come
up with a solution that makes sense to where Public comments can be made to the City
the city is not committing to something that of Oak Harbor by visiting the updated page:
Pam’s Prayer Corner
they don’t bargain for.” www.oakharbor.org/publiccomment.
"PANDEMONIUM" continued from page 7
In honor of my late mother-in-law, had to translate to performing in the theater. this pandemic. They were thrilled with the
Pamela Kaye Young, this column is a place Because we wanted a virtual look, they were opportunity and I feel like we’ve made
where believers can share their prayer requests for others to help lift shot in place, with not a lot of movement.” connections with people we can work with
them up in faith. The prayers can be for you, a family member, or anything weighing on your down the road.”
soul. Email info@whidbeyweekly.com or call 360-682-2341 to share your prayer requests. Farley said the actors involved were trusted to
do a lot of the work on their own. Community theaters across the country have
God, we praise You! Your seeds of righteousness and praise have been planted in faced difficulties of all kinds due to the pan-
“The work was really all around the text, I’m
the earth. May we be like “sprouts” in Your garden, sprouting up in hope, as we demic. New technology costs money. Farley
not a micro manager as a director because
grow in You. Fortify us with strength as we “burst forth” into who we have been said he is thankful OutCast Productions had
I was an actor first,” he explained. “I’m
created to be in You. We will praise and honor You, God! May our life bring You reserves on hand to help with expenses. This
already comfortable stepping back and
glory! program is supported, in part, by a grant
seeing what the actors can bring.”
from the Washington State Arts Commis-
Matthew Erikson Of course, once all the filming was done, it sion and National Endowment for the Arts,
Hope Church Oak Harbor - Pastor was time for post-production, another new of which the theater company was recently
element to get used to in the streaming video notified.
process.
“For as the earth brings forth its sprouts, and “A big chunk of the work was to do all the
Cost to see “Pandemonium, Life During the
Pandemic” is $20 per household. Tickets are
editing,” Farley said. “That’s something
as a garden causes what is sown we’re not usually doing, it’s not typically part
of the process. It was very interesting and I
available online at outcastproductions.net;
click on the “donate” button, which will link
to OutCast’s PayPal site. Those who submit
in it to sprout up, so the Lord feel very good about it. I think it’s going to
be an interesting venture into a new way of
payment will receive a link to the livestream
broadcast of their choice.
God will cause righteousness thinking about theater.”
Farley said the opportunity to produce new
“Because of the topic, I really think seeing
something like this is one of the ways we
and praise to sprout up before work during the pandemic was exciting for
the playwrights as well.
can take care of ourselves after living in a
very stressed environment for a while,” said
all the nations.” “We had two Zoom interviews with some
of the playwrights,” he said. “It was fun to
Farley. “There’s something about theater
that can be healing. Whether it’s funny or
listen to them talk about their excitement to serious, it offers a healing quality. I think it’s
Isaiah 61:11 ESV going to be really entertaining.”
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