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    Vol. 23, No. 2                          Thursday, January 10, 2019 — Wednesday, January 16, 2019
e-mail: info@clamdigger.com

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Unidentified Photo Contest
                                                                            To win, be the first caller
                                                                           to identify this Clamdigger
                                                                             advertiser. By doing so,
                                                                          you will receive a certificate
                                                                           for ANY PIZZA OF CHOICE
                                                                              UP TO $14.99 VALUE
                                              from Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza. Pick-up your
                                                prize. No deliveries! Call 299-DIGG (3444) AFTER
                                              NOON, Friday, Jan. 11th. Phone Calls Only, No Walk-
                                                      Ins! Limit one win in a 52 week period.
                                                        LAST WEEK’S WINNER: Roy Pard
                                                               ANSWER: Island Eye

                                                  Clamdigger Index
                                              Animals & Pets................................................ pg. 54
                                              Arts & Crafts ................................................... pg. 47
                                              Boats / Motors / Marine................................... pg. 56
                                              Business Announcements................................ pg. 28
                                              Clam Kitchen.................................................... pg. 66
                                              Classes & Workshops...................................... pg. 31
                                              Community Announcements..................... pgs. 8 - 15
                                              Crossword....................................................... pg. 58
                                              Food & Drink.................................................... pg. 66
                                              Free.................................................................. pg. 56
                                              Funny Money................................................... pg. 32
                                              Furniture/Appliances........................................ pg. 54
                                              Garage Sales...................................................... pg. 4
 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES                 Health & Fitness...................................... pgs. 18 - 19
         NO SET UP FEES!                      Help Wanted.................................................... pg. 24
                                              Home Improvement......................................... pg. 19
                                              Lost & Found................................................... pg. 52
           Great references!                  Miscellaneous.................................................. pg. 54
                                              Motorcycles/ATVs/Scooters.................................. pg.
I treat your investment as if it was my       Motorhomes/Campers/Travel Trailers................... pg.
           own investment!                    New This Week.................................................. pg. 4
                                              Ongoing Events/Activities................................ pg. 63
    Candy Cooper, Broker/Owner                Open Sundays.................................................. pg. 20
                                              Professional Services.............................. pgs. 43 - 45
        28 Years Experience                   Real Estate.............................................. pgs. 68 - 69
“Helping you make a house your home”          Service Club Schedule..................................... pg. 64
                                              Service Guide.......................................... pgs. 35 - 39
               360-588-0643                   Special Sales & Discounts............................... pg. 20
             candy@alliedrealtors.com         Sudoku............................................................. pg. 63
                                              Tide Table......................................................... pg. 63
              www.alliedrealtors.com          Used Vehicles/Accessories.............................. pg. 52
                                              Wanted............................................................. pg. 52
                                              Work Wanted................................................... pg. 52

                                          
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D. HERMSTAD                                     Garage Sales•Yard Sales• Estate Sales
       CONSTRUCTION                                    Big Giant Estate Sale: Location that has had sales before but this time
        “The Herminator”                               they’re bringing out the antiques from the house. Sale includes original
Cabinets • Windows • Doors                             antique paintings and prints, antique furniture, and collectibles. 2715
Decks • Fences • And More!                             Strawberry Point Rd, Oak Harbor, 10am-4:pm, Jan.12th & 13th. See
Remodels • Custom Work                                 pictures at www.Smugglerscoveantiques.com
Shop Service as well                                   To place your FREE Garage Sale ad here, call 299-3444 or email us
                       Cont. Lic. #CCdhermHc87509LLC
                                                       at info@clamdigger.com. Ads must be received by noon on Monday
  360.293.0384 • Cell 360.708.4452                     for the Thursday publication. PAID ADS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 4PM
                                                       FRIDAY FOR THE FOLLOWING THURSDAY PUBLICATION!

                                                                         NEW THIS WEEK
          G   A    L   L    E    R    Y
                                                       North Sound Mini Storage is hosting a storage auction sale on Jan. 11th.
           at the Framemaker                           Bidders may come take a look at 12, bidding will start at 1. CASH SALES
                                                       ONLY. 360-293-2021                                                1/10
  Custom Picture Framing                               For Rent: Furnished two-bedroom walk-up view apartment Guemes Island
   and Regional Fine Art                               south shore. Available short term January-April. $1,200/mo. Cable, wifi,
                                                       utilities, covered parking, private woodland location. 360-770-0735.
                  293-6938
 420 Commercial Avenue ▲ Anacortes, WA 98221                                                                            1/17
                                                       New homes under construction in new Whistle Ridge development.
                                                       Modern farmhouse styles and features. Single and two-story homes
 Boshie Morris                       360-299-1414      1,900-3,000 sq. ft. Priced from the high $500,000s. Open house Sundays
                                                       1-4pm at 112 Haddon Road. 360-661-2050                           1/31
 Custom Sewing                       1618 7th St.
                            Anacortes, WA 98221        Dry firewood for sale. Call Sam at 360-899-6544. U pick up or I deliver.
                                                                                                                        1/24
          Marine / Residential                         Looking for musicians to play 40’s swing music. Need a sax, bass, piano.
                                                       I’m the drummer. Let’s jam! Call Art at 360-404-5953.            1/17
   Yacht Interiors • Cushions • Bedding
  Slipcovers • Pillows • Home Accessories              Sweet Grass Massage Studio - Special - Complimentary enhancements
                                                       of your choice to add to your 1 hr. massage for $39/5-prepaid or $45
                                                       anytime. Contact Merlinda (a practitioner of massage and body work
              Anderson Glass                           20+ years) for more info at 360-350-6160/call or text. Located locally in
                                                       Anacortes 1015 14th St. #C (upstairs)                              2/7
                               For all your            Fir planks, rough sawn, 12-18’, 8-12”, 2-4”. Dry 3 yers. $5/bf, approx.
                            glass and window           30 planks available. 360-293-1887 days 9-5                       1/31
                           replacement needs           Dockside Dogs hot dog micro-café has a special deal just for fans of The
        Shower doors, mirrors & screens                Clamdigger and it’ll surely save you a few clams! Buy any hot dog meal
                                Curtis Anderson        through January 19th (hot dog, chips and drink - excluding kids meal),
Bus. 360-333-7661
                                  2200 23rd St.        and receive a cup of Ivar’s Clam Chowder for only $1.00! Just say you
Fax. 360-293-5107
                           Anacortes, WA 98221         “saw it in The Clamdigger”. Remember, we have warm and cozy indoor
Lic# ANDERG*942NA
                                                       seating in our Fireplace Room. 1019 Q Avenue, Anacortes, at Cap Sante
                                                       Marina. Monday - Saturday, 11:30am - 5:30pm                       1/10
 The friendliest offices in YOUR towns
        are there to serve YOU!                          Quote of the Week
    Anacortes             360-293-2135
                                                             Fortune knocks at every man’s door once in
                                                        a lifetime, but in a good many cases the man is
                                                        in a neighboring saloon and does not hear her.
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Commercial Litigation
Criminal and Civil
Criminal Defense
Appeals and Appellate Work
Real Estate

                        
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BOXES and BEARS
      Your local game store
          We are OPEN!
          Lots of shiny new things
   Plus great sales on games and puzzles
         Winter Hours: Wednesday - Saturday 10-5
              CLOSED Sunday thru Tuesday
           709 Commercial Avenue • 360-299-9593
     Follow us on Facebook and at www.boxesandbears.com

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    Village Pizza                                Beth, a devoted resident of Anacortes, has been serving
                                                    her community since 1999 with her comprehensive
                                                  technical knowledge, outstanding design abilities and

   Come in for our                                       unyielding passion for customer service.

   Happy Hour 3-6
           $1.00 off well drinks
       $1.00 off domestic draft beer
      $1.00 off microbrew draft beer            400 W Fir Street
          $1.00 off house wines                 Mount Vernon, WA 98273
           $1.00 off appetizers                 360-336-6533
                                                www.mvcarpetone.com
           (360) 293-7847                       bbell@mvcarpetone.com
807 Commercial Ave. “Old Town,” Anacortes       By Appointment Only
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Advantage
Window Coverings
Mini Blinds • Honeycomb Shades • Shutters
  Luminettes • Verticals • Pleated Shades
 Wood Blinds • Silhouettes • Solar Shades                    ANACORTES
   Woven Woods • Vignettes • Repairs

    HunterDouglas Dealer
               Highest Quality                              “Making friends, feel better, fast”
             Personalized Service
                                                                  3001 R Avenue, Suite 110
                 Best Prices                                        Anacortes, WA 98221
             Free Home Estimate                              360-299-2781 • www.anacortespt.com
     “We’ll Bring the Showroom to you.”
 Lower Prices Than the Competition!
Linda James                     (360) 299-8977            COUPEVILLE                  OAKHARBOR

Serving Anacortes since 1994.         Anacortes, WA

                                                      
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Community Announcements
                                                                          Kids Communication Workshop for children and their adults, led by
                                                                          Karen Gimnig, Imago Facilitator. Saturday, Jan. 19th, 10-noon, Anacortes
                                                                          UMC, 2201 H Avenue, FREE, sponsored by Skagit Cohousing. Empower
                                                                          your child to communicate clearly, empathize with others, and resolve
                                                                          conflicts peacefully. Appropriate for any child old enough to speak. To
                                                                          register, email skagitcohousing@gmail.com. Visit www.skagitcohousing.
                                                                          org/events for more information.                                  1/17
                                                                          Please join us to participate in an Open Mic in the Library’s Meeting
                                                                          Room on Sat., Jan. 12 at 7pm. We welcome Poetry, Acoustic Music,
                                                                          Acapella Singers, Storytellers, and Stand-up Comics. Original material
         The United Methodist                                             is encouraged. Sign -ups are at 6:40pm. This is an All-Ages, Free event.
                                                                          This Event repeats on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Contact John at
                       Church of Anacortes                                360-873-8747, jjm32016@gmail.com.
            Join us for Sunday Worship Services                           Determine if you might have a swallowing disorder at a free screening
            9:00 am Contemporary Worship                                  on Tues., Feb. 5th, 1:30-3:30pm at Physical, Occupational and Speech
              & Children’s Sunday School                                  Therapy at Island Hospital, 1015 25th St., Anacortes. Appointments are
         11:00 am Traditional Worship Service                             required, 360-299-4204.
                Nursery available for both services
    Corner of 22 & H Ave. • (360)293-0604 • Pastor Rich Feagin
                                                                          Coping with Change, Grief and Loss - Sun., Jan. 13th, 10-11am at New
                                                                          Pilgrims Community UCC, Boyd Hall, Garden level; United Methodist
                                                                          Church. Free. Presenter is Kaaren Flint of Hospice of the Northwest.
              Perfec&tion Heat
                                                                          She will help by defining grief and loss and provide tools for coping in
           of                 in                                          order to help yourself and others who are troubled by loss. For more
        rt             HANDYMAN SERVICES                                  information about Hospice of the Northwest or to connect with Kaaren
                                                                          regarding presentations and education, call 360-814-5550 or visit www.
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  Serving Island & e     360-672-5772 Lic#ARTPEPH897M2                    hospicenw.org.
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              Installation - Sales - Service • Gas - Wood - Pellet
                                                                          Celebrate Wellness Month with free Tai Chi and Yoga Workshops! Sat.,
             Gas Service & Chimney Cleaning • Full inspections            Jan. 12th, 11am-2pm at Oak Harbor Library. Explore the benefits of Tai
                             HANDYMAN SERVICES                            Chi, yoga, massage, acupuncture and tea for body, mind and spirit at this
               Sears Authorized Appliance Installation Specialist
            NG to LP Conversions • Gas Piping Installation & Repair       free event. No equipment needed; dress in warm, loose clothing, and bring
                Flashing & Masonry Repair • Rodent Exclusion              a water bottle. Presenters include: John Pendleton - Tai Chi; Luz Rivera
                                                                          - Kundalini yoga; Sammy Evans - massage; Lindsey - acupuncture; Renee
                                                                          LeVerrier - Yoga for Movement; Disorders; Maria McGee - benefits of tea.
                                                                          The Library is located at 1000 SE Regatta Drive. Visit sno-isle.org or call
                                           Nick Stowe                     360-675-5115 for more info.
                                      Carolyn Moulton                     Digital Downloads from Sno-Isle Libraries - Learn how to access and
                                                    360-588-1676          locate, borrow, and enjoy eBooks, audiobooks, movies and magazines
                                               cell 360-791-5409          on your computer or mobile device - free with your library card. These
                                         210 Commercial Ave.              classes provide the information needed to start enjoying it on your own.
                                         Anacortes, WA 98221              Please bring your library card (or card number) for hands-on practice!
                                                                          Overdrive (eBooks and audiobooks) - Wed., Jan. 30th, 2-3:30pm. RB-
                                        bikespot28@gmail.com
                                                                          digital & Hoopla (magazines and movies) Wed., Feb. 6th, 2- 3:30pm.
                                                                          The Oak Harbor Library is located at 1000 SE Regatta Drive. Visit sno-isle.
                                                                          org or call 360-675-5115 for more information.
CITY TREE SERVICE, INC                                                    Friends of Skagit Beaches Lecture Series: Forage Fish in the Southern
   Bucket Truck • Chipper • Stump Grinding                                Salish Sea: Jan. 18th. Dr. Todd Sandell will discuss recent studies that
            Fast • Safe • Reasonable                                      will help lead to better understanding, protection, and management of
  24 Hour Emergency Service • Care • Removal                              these crucial fish species, their habitats, and the species that depend on
 CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE TODAY!!                                         them. NW Ed. Services Dist. Bldg., 1601 R Ave., Anacortes. 7-8:30pm.
                 360-202-6369                                             Lectures are free a open to all ages. For more information about this and
                                                                          other upcoming Lecture Series topics visit www.skagitbeaches.org.
              Senior and Veteran Discount
     Rated A+ with Better Business Bureau since 2001
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CHILDREN’S LIBRARY – January PROGRAMS - All programs are free
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and registration is not required, except where noted. Baby Storytime              FISH                     MADE HERE
– Birth – 12 months – Community Meeting Rm. Join us for stories,                  GRILL                    Open Daily at 11:00
songs, rhymes and more! Geared for children who aren’t walking yet. We                                   320 Commercial Avenue
begin with 30 minutes open play and Storytime starts at 11:00. Jan. 9th                                      (360) 588-1720
& 23rd, 10:30am. Legos – Ages 5-12 (younger with adult supervision)                                       www.rockfishgrill.com
– Activity Rm. Gather for some Lego fun. Children create masterpieces                                      EVERY sunday
with materials we furnish! Do not bring legos from home. Jan. 13th, 20th                            Your pint included with meal
& 27th, 1pm. Lego Build & Movie – All Ages 5-12 – CMR. Join us for an
afternoon of Lego fun! We will build our own Lego creations, then watch a
Lego movie in our Community Mtg Rm. Bring lunch, a snack, and pillows                 Come visit us for:
if you’d like. Jan. 18th, noon. Music & Movement – Ages 13 months-6
years – Community Mtg Rm. This is a new program for ages 13 mo.-6 yrs            Happy Hour!
                                                                                       3 p.m.-5 p.m.
                                                                                at all our locations
and their adults. We’ll sing songs, dance, share stories and have fun with
props! Jan. 16th, 26th & 30th, 10:30am. Preschool Storytime – Ages
3-5 – Activity Rm. Stories, songs and crafts. The theme changes each                café • 360.714.1953
                                                                                  8146 S. March Point Road
week. Jan. 14th & 28th, 11:15am. Stories & Stretches – Ages 3-6 and
their grown-up – Community Mtg Rm. This storytime pairs creative move-            Casino • 360.588.3633
                                                                                     12885 Casino Drive
ment with stories and songs. Join us for simple yoga poses, stretches,
and lots of fun. Jan. 12th, 10:30am. Time for Tots Storytime – Ages             drive-thru • 360.588.3459
                                                                                     12940 Casino Drive
birth-36 months and their grown-up – Community Mtg Rm. Promotes
early literacy through play, movement, music, rhymes and stories. Jan.
11th, 18th & 25th, 10:30am. TEEN PROGRAMS: DIY Clubs - Middle                                MR. SEW DANDY
School DIY / 6th-8th, High School DIY / 9th-12th – Activity Rm. Join us
once a month for fun, creative activities. Each month we’ll try something
different – STEM, crafts and more! Jan. 10th - MS / Jan. 24th – HS, 3pm.
Teen Writing Group – High School Students – Community Mtg Rm. A
professional writer leads this group of aspiring authors. Each session                    Restoration-Sales-Service
there is a new writing prompt and participants have the chance to share           Handcranks-Treadles-Child’s-Featherweights
their creative writing with the group. Call the Children’s Dept to get on the
email list. Jan. 16th, 3:30pm. Jan. 10th - Children’s Gateway, Jan. 17th                          Jan W. Sabin
- Teen Room, Jan. 24th - Experience Theatre, Jan. 31st - Creation Center.       Phone: 360-299-2535 • Email:mrsewdandy@yahoo.com
You may have noticed exciting changes happening at the library! Join us
as the architectural firm Underwood & Associates facilitate four design
discussions concerning our evolving library spaces. Contact Sydney (360)                        Law Offices of
293-1010 ext. 8171 for info.                                                     DOUGLAS N. OWENS P.S.
The Anacortes School District presents “How to Find the Money: for                           • 46 years experience
Kindergarteners through High Schoolers and Their Families”, Jan. 14th,                       • Real Estate law and business law
from 5:30-7pm at the AHS Commons. An introduction to Financial Aid for                       • Wills and probates
after high school, whether career, technical, 2 year or four year colleges                   • Free Initial consultation
and universities. While college may seem a long way off when your kids                       • Home visits by request
are young, it is not too soon to begin planning. The sooner you know
                                                                                   1610 Commercial Ave, Suite 207, Anacortes
what your options are, how to tap into the resources that are available          360-299-3990 • Anacortes-realestate-lawyer.com
and how your student can position themselves, the sooner you can begin
some concrete planning and relieve the anxiety. All are welcome! Contact
AnacortesCollegeOutreach@ASD1 03.org for questions.                1/10
Island County Astronomical Society (ICAS) Star Party, Fri., Jan. 11th,
begins at 6:30pm at Fort Nugent Park, 2075 SW Fort Nugent Road, Oak
                                                                                 Julie’s     HAIRCUTS
Harbor. Explore the night sky and view distant galaxies, planets and                                  910 25th St.
nebulas, No telescope is needed and all ages are welcome. Dress warmly                           1/2 block east of Commercial
and note that the event will be canceled if the weather is cloudy. For
more info, contact Bob Scott at ICAS_President@outlook.com or www.                                    Tues - Fri: 10am-4pm
icas-wa.org.                                                                                             Sat. 10am-2pm

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Community Announcements
                                               January Programs for Adults: Anacortes Public Library, 1220
                                               Tenth St. TECHWISE TUESDAYS: Tuesdays 10am-12pm. Drop
                                               in with your mobile devices or laptops for hands-on help with
 Bicycle Rentals                               downloading library ebooks, audiobooks, movies, and music;
                                               learning computer basics; trying new software or internet ap-
                                               plications; signing up for Microsoft IT Academy, Lynda; and
Road • Mountain • Hybrid                       any other tech questions. LIBRARY BOOK CLUB: Mon., Jan.
                                               28th, 7pm. WEDNESDAY EVENING PROGRAMS: Wednesday

  E-Bike Specialist                            evening programs begin after regular library hours; no library
                                               services are available after 7pm. Treasures of the Northern
                                               Salish Sea - Wed., Jan. 16th, 7pm. Lance Ekhart, local sailor
   Come test ride one                          and photographer, will take us on a cruise to Desolation Sound
                                               and Princess Louisa Inlet aboard the Elenoa to capture the off-
        today!                                 season beauty and magic of these special places, accessible
                                               only by boat. Made in Puget Sound - Wed., Jan 23rd. Local
                                               professional underwater wildlife photographer / videographer,
  Trek • Specialized                           and President of ‘Made In Puget Sound@ Drew Collins will
                                               explore the extraordinary creatures that live and thrive in
 Raleigh • I-Zip • Blix                        our Puget Sound. Learn about and see amazing giant pacific
                                               octopus, wolf eels, tiny sculpins and much more, as he reads
                                               from his new book: Puget Sound Underwater. Learn about
17th and Commercial Ave., Anacortes, WA        the importance of reducing solid waste and noise pollution,
                                               over fishing and habitat loss in Puget Sound. Signed copies
           360-588-8776                        of his new book will be available for purchase. Best of Europe
   www.skagitcyclecenter.com                   - Wed., Jan. 30th. Doug and Gay Woods took a 21-day Best
                                               of Europe tour and will share photos and information from the

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Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, and France. They will
also share traveling tips and suggestions if you are considering a tour
such as this. MARITIME SPEAKER SERIES: Yacht Designs My Way with
Bob Perry- Sat., Jan. 19th, 4pm. Bob Perry takes you on a discussion of
his recent designs and history of his work in the yacht design business.
WINTER FILM SERIES: January 11th,18th, 25th & Feb. 1st, Fridays at
7pm. Join us for a movie on Friday evenings. More information, includ-
ing film titles, can be found in the library or digitally on our website and
our Facebook page. MUSIC: Second Sunday Jazz: Jan. 12th, 2-3:30pm.
Join Bellingham native Thomas Harris, a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist,
composer, and educator who will perform accompanied by Conner Helms,
                                                                                       Bargewell Construction, LLC
Greg Feingold, and Christian Casolary. Acoustic Music in the Library - 3rd
Tuesday, Jan. 15th, 6-6:30pm and 3rd Sunday, Jan. 19th, 2-2:30pm. Enjoy
                                                                                                               “Reviving your home.”
soft background music from our baby grand piano or the musician’s own
instrument. Experienced musicians who are interested in playing for the            Michael Bargewell                       Licensed
library may inquire at the Circulation Desk. LIBRARY CLOSING DATES:                General Contractor                  Bonded and Insured
Jan. 17th-Staff In-Service Day, Jan. 21st-Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Day.
Programs are free and open to the public. Questions? 360-293-1910 or             360-708-6281
Iibrary.cityofanacortes.org.                                                     BargewellConstructionLLC@gmail.com           BARGECL853MS

JEAN GROESBECK EARNS PRICING STRATEGY ADVISOR (PSA) DES-
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LLC has recently earned the designation of Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA).
PSA is a new designation of the National Association of REALTORS®
which requires online classes, webinars, and tests.                 1/10
The Skagit Valley Genealogical Society (SVGS) announces that inter-
nationally acclaimed Canadian journalist, genealogy author and lecturer,                                             1994
Dave Obee will be speaking at SVGS’ Jan. 12th meeting. Mr. Obee’s
topic is: “Germans from Russia: A Case Study.” The meeting will be held
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from 1-3pm at the Burlington Public Library, 820 E. Washington Ave. in
Burlington. SVGS monthly education programs are free and the public
is welcome. For more info visit: www.skagitvalleygenealogy.org, Email:
rootsproject@frontier.com or kathleenh@burlingtonwa.gov or call the
library at 360-755-0760.
The PBY Naval Air Museum will be holding their monthly no-host
luncheon at 11:30am, Wed., Jan. 23rd at the CPO Club in Oak Harbor.
The featured speaker will be George Lawson, senior story researcher for                    Autobody & Accessories
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Oak Harbor. Call 360-240-9500 for directions and more info.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County’s Youth of the Year Dinner will be
held Wed., Jan. 30th, 6:30pm at Eaglemont (4800 Eaglemont Drive. Mount
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or 360-419-3723 x7 to be put on a guest list. Seating is limited.
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intrusive heel scan on Tues., Jan. 22nd, 9-11 a.m. at Island Hospital. Cost
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Island Hospital is holding a cholesterol and glucose screening Tues.,
Jan. 15th, 8-11am in the Health Resource Center, 1211 24th St. Requires
a 12-hour fast except for water and medications. Cost is $10. No appt
required. Do not arrive before 7:30 a.m. If you have insurance and are
not on Medicare or Medicaid, we can bill your insurance directly for this
screening. Bring your insurance card. For questions call 360-299-1309.         “Thanks for your Business”
Free memory screenings will be held on Tues., Jan. 29th, 1:30-3:30pm at
Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy at Island Hospital, 1015 25th           3319 Commercial • 360-293-4188
St. Do you have difficulty paying attention or keeping up in conversation,
staying on topic, or remembering names? If so, our Speech Language
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Appts required. 360-299-4204.
Friends of the Forest Hikes: Whistle Lake Fitness Hike: Sat., Jan. 19th           HANDYMAN                 Serving Anacortes
                                                                                                            and
from 10am - 1:30 pm. This hike is for those who want to cover ground at            SERVICES                   Fidalgo Island
a fast pace! We will cover about 8 miles exploring the Whistle Lake forest                                      since 2005
lands on this fitness journey. Meet at the Whistle Lake parking lot. These
hikes are free! For more info. Go to www.friendsoftheacfl.org.                                          360-333-1430
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volunteerism and leadership qualities. We will award a $1200 scholarship
to award winners. $600 to the winner and $600 to the non-profit of their
choice. Visit www.soroptimistanacortes.org for more information. 2/1
Grants available for “Women Helping Women” in the amount of $500
- $1,500. Contact us via our website: www.soroptimistanacortes.org. 2/1
Soroptimist is accepting nominations for “Women of Distinction” in our
community. Please nominate women who improve the lives of others in
her professional or voluntary activities. Visit www.soroptimistanacortes.
org for more info.                                                   2/1
Fidalgo Atheists meet 3rd Thursday monthly 7:15 - 8:30pm, Village Pizza,
upstairs 807 Commercial, Anacortes. Non-atheists and all views, civilly
presented, welcome.                                               1/10
First Baptist Church Clothes Closet, 2717 “J” Ave. is accepting gently
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Soroptimist Thrift Shop Hours: Tuesdays 1:30pm-6:30pm and Fridays
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the Home Health Room (Hospital Equipment Loan Program) at the So-
roptimist Thrift Shop hours are Tues. and Fri. from 7 am until 4 pm year
round. The Thrift Shop is located at 3rd and 0 Avenue in Anacortes.
LIBRARY BOOK CLUB: Mon. Jan. 28th 7pm. The book club meets the
fourth Monday of every month in the Library Community Meeting Room.            NEW LOCATION!
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                                                               Sweetgrass Massage Studio - $39/5 prepaid 1 hr. massage,
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                                                               body work for 20+ years to schedule all your appointments.
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                                                               (upstairs) Anacortes. Happy New Year.
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DENTAL CLEANINGS - Professional, Affordable and Convenient Anacortes
Senior Activity Center, last Tuesday of every month Enrollment Packets
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Anacortes WA. 98221. MA06202                                                                                               REFRES H
Island Hospital specializes in healthcare to meet your personal needs.                                                     RELA X
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ongoing community-education program. Check the classes section of
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Soroptimist Thrift Shop                                                     SPECIAL SALES & DISCOUNTS
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                                                                  Kids Eat FREE Tuesday at the Rockfish Grill. Bring the family to the
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                                                                  entree complimentary w/ each adult entree purchased).
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                                                                  Celebration Lutheran Church, ELCA, invites all to join them on Sun-
                                                                  days at 9:30 at The Depot, 611 R Ave. 360-393-2977. Contact us at
                                                                  celebrationanacortes.org.
Join us on Sundays!                                               Join us on Sundays! The Center for Spiritual Living in Anacortes wel-
10:00 Guided Meditation                                           comes everyone seeking a loving Spiritual Home. Rev. Shelley Heller
10:30 Celebration Service                                         starts a guided meditation at 10am. Celebration service is at 10:30am,
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                                                                  New Hope Christian Fellowship - 1319 35th St. Every Sunday 10am.
                                                                  New Hope Christian Fellowship is a loving, friendly, accepting fellowship
                                                                  where Jesus Christ is Lord. Praise Band and nursery are provided. For
                                                                  more info call Dwight Woodruff, pastor, at 293-0399 or email: newho-
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                                                                  The Rockfish Grill features fresh Northwest cuisine and Anacortes Ales
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                  Fax 293-8373; 1811 Commercial Ave., Anacortes, WA 98221

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“Where your house becomes your home”
 Cheval Mirrors • Tiffany Lamps • Benches
Custom Sofas • Unusual Gifts • Table Lamps
  Wood High Chairs • Children’s Rockers
    Bar Chairs • Entertainment Centers
         Coat Trees • Storage Beds
Coffee Tables • Entry Tables • Large Mirrors
        Custom Bookcases • Desks
Wood File Cabinets • Lots of Kitchen Chairs
 Local Maps & Charts on Marble Coasters
                                                    Receive 20% off one item!
        360-424-8455                                      Expires 1/31/19
919 Riverside Dr. • Mount Vernon, WA
     Hours: Mon-Sat 9:30-5:30, Sun 11-4
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HELP WANTED

    Greene’s                                       CAP SANTE INN NEEDS A PERSON FOR OUR HOUSEKEEPING
                                                   STAFF. ALL INTERESTED PEOPLE LOOKING TO JOIN OUR
                                                   EXCELLENT HOUSEKEEPING STAFF SHOULD CALL FOR AN

    Gun Shop
                                                   APPOINTMENT: 360-293-0602 between the hours of 7:00 AM
                                                   and 12 Noon Monday through Friday.                         1/24
                                                   Helped Wanted: Caregiver for 88 year old mom in good physi-
                                                   cal health. Making meals, ADLs, light housekeeping 1-2 days
 4778 monkey hill road • oak harbor                per week. $15/hr. CNA and/or dementia experience a plus. Call
      WWW.GREENESGUNSHOP.COM                       Wendy 360-293-8990.                                        1/10
  Thursday - Friday - Saturday 10am-5pm            Experienced front desk position, part time boutique
                                                   hotel Anacortes. Call manager at 360-299-3320, email resume
                                                   to office@anacobay.com                                     1/10
  is the world moving                              Drivers Wanted: Part time local drivers wanted. Make some

  too fast these days?
                                                   extra cash and meet interesting people. Call 360-708-6358.
                                                                                                              1/24
                                                   Help Wanted: Housekeeper: Perform basic apartment cleaning
     Stop a moment                                 for residents of Cap Sante Court. To include cleaning bath-
                                                   rooms, light dusting, vacuuming, mopping floors, removing
       & get off at                                and washing linens, making beds, etc. Additional duties will
                                                   be to clean and maintain the common areas of the community.
                                                   Part time position up to 24 hrs per week. Contact Cap Sante
 greene’s gun shop                                 Court Retirement at 360-293-8088.                          1/10
                                                   Help Wanted: Now accepting applications for part time baristas
  the hawken shop                                  at Cruisin’ Coffee in Anacortes. Pick up an application at 1019
                                                   13th St.                                                   1/24
For a slower pace & personal service!              Join the fun, friendly team at Anacortes Food Coop! Now
                                                   hiring for multiple positions. Drop by the store or see ana-
                                                   cortesfoodcoop.com/employment for details
  Also stocking a good supply                      Help Wanted: Janitorial worker, part time needed at Rock Fish
 of muzzle loaders, accessories                    Grill. Contact David at 360-588-1720.
                                                   Help Wanted: The Rockfish Grill is hiring for all kitchen posi-
                                                                                                                  tfn

          and powder.                              tions: dishwashers, prep cooks, line cooks. Contact David
                                                   Tisinger at 360-588-1720, info@anacortesrockfish.com tfn
                                                   Help Wanted: Hiring at Moka Joe Cafe! Full Time Kitchen Lead
                                                   AND part-time Kitchen assistant. Turn in resume to our Cafe
                                                   location and Join our team!                                    tfn
                                                   Help Wanted: Village Pizza is looking for delivery drivers, pizza
                                                   cooks and dough makers. Submit reume on-site.                  tfn
                                                   Marine Servicenter Boatyard in Anacortes is looking for good
                                                   people! Mechanics, electricians, yacht riggers and fuel dock
                                                   attendants. Come by 2417 T Ave. to fill out an application or
                                                   email: brent@marinesc.com.                                     tfn
                                                   We are a growing private destination boasting a complete
                                                   modern day spa experience. Seeking a licensed professional
                                                   massage therapist. This position requires a calm, confident,
   greene’s gun shop                               compassionate, self motivated professional. Who enjoys help-
                                                   ing clients with pain management using multiple deep relax-
    the hawken shop                                ation techniques. Constantly striving to help achieve optinlal
                                                   health for our clients. Our promise: To provide an exceptional
      360-675-3421                                 experience and personal care that nurtures your spirit; thereby
                                                   encouraging you to further enjoy your life. Part time - full time
   Retail store hours: 10-5 Thurs, Fri, Sat        position. Commission based. Contact Tara 1-360-421-0478.
                                                   TARA Nurturing Massage Therapy Anacortes.
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North West Colors
                      P   A     I N     T   I N     G
                Serving Skagit and Island Counties Since 1989
           • Interior/Exterior • Repaint Specialists
             • Power Washing/Gutter Cleaning

                        360-391-5054                                     Safety - Service - Integrity

                               SAME GREAT SERVICE
   2016                        Over 27 years in business
                                  Paint Specials
     11 Time
Best of Anacortes
     Winner!              nwcolors@gmail.com               Lic#NORTHWC975N1

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Expires 7/31/19

                              STS
                     Signature Tree Service

                 Stump Grinding • Tree Topping
                 Limbing & Pruning • Chipping
              Tree Removal • Close Quarters Work
                      AND MUCH MORE!

                           360-941-8105
                  Rich Hallman, Owner/Operator
                  Licensed, Bonded & Insured • License # SIGNATS886R8

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                  CONSULTING GROUP PLLC
       CIVIL-STRUCTURAL-PLANNING

               ENGINEERING
                 SURVEYING
      RESIDENTIAL HOME DESIGN

     301 30th Street, Suite C, Anacortes, WA
             office: 360-293-9006
              fax: 360-293-4051
              www.scgeng.com

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Fidalgo Bay Resort                                                Business Announcements
                                                                New business in town! Dry Dock Goods carries eclectic plants,
                                                                local art, handcrafted home and body products from the So-
                                                                noran Desert and Pacific Northwest. Follow us on Instagram
                                                                and Facebook @drydockgoods and visit us at 619 Commercial
                                                                Ave #6.                                                1/17
                                                                Snip ‘n Sail Men’s Barbershop - NEW LOCATION! 2201 Skyline
                                                                Way Suite 201. M-F 10-2, T-W-Th 10-5. 360-588-0838
                                                                Gidget’s Barbershop at 1004 12th St, Unit 104 will be moving to
                                                                1010 17th St. in the near future. Gidget: Mon-Fri, 9-5pm, Marty:
                                                                Wed-Fri., 9-5pm, Sat. 9-3pm. Experienced barbers. Walk-ins
                                                                welcome, no appointments. Cash or local checks only. www.
                                                                gidgetsbarbershop.com. 360-630-8816
                                                                Blue Cow Carwash offers UNLIMITED monthly wash plans start-
                                                                ing as low as $22.95 a month. No contract. Wash every day. Who
    Looking for an event venue?                                 cares if it rains.                                            BC
                                                                Anacortes Health and Nutrition has bulk spices available. Buy a
 We have a beautiful convention center that has a water-        pinch or a pound. Spices and herbs for all your baking! 1020 7th
 front view of Fidalgo Bay. Plan a workplace retreat, a         St., Anacortes. 360-293-8849
  family reunion, wedding reception, birthday party ...
  If you need a unique and affordable event venue then          Bikespot is a service-oriented bicycle shop with a wide variety of
give us a call at Fidalgo Bay Resort. Come check us out!        parts & accesories. We have new and used bikes for sale. Visit us
                                                                in Old Town at 210 Commercial Ave. (next to Marine Supply) or
  Call and make your reservations now!                          call 588-1676.
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                       We Wash Fine Wool Rugs
•   Pre-Wash Inspection
•   Tumble Dusting
•   Color-Fast Check.
•   Cold Water Immersion Wash
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•   Controlled Tower Drying
    Centuries-old practices preserving beauty & value
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            Call 360-647-9290
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CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
Learn more about your Medicare options at a free class on Mon.,
Jan. 14th, 1-2:30pm in the Fidalgo Room at Island Hospital. Traditional
coverage, supplements, advantage plans, prescription drug coverage,
enrollment information and Medicare fraud protection will be covered.
Registration required, visit www.islandhospital.org/classes or call 360-
299-4204.                                                                          Luxury Hand Dyed Yarns & Artisan Made Clothing
                                                                                           Tools, Patterns, Classes & More...
Breastfeeding class - Learn about a variety of breastfeeding topics
at a class on Mon., Jan. 21st, 5-6:30pm at Island Hospital, 1211 24th                      711 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes
                                                                                           360-293-7377 | fidalgoyarns.com
St., Anacortes. The cost is $25 (covered by Apple Health). Visit www.
islandhospital.org/classes or call 360-299-4204 to register.
                                                                                                              Services:
Winter skincare class - Learn how to make healing skin and haircare
products on Wed., Jan. 23rd, 6-7:30pm at Island Hospital, 1211 24th St.                                       Residential Remodels
                                                                                                              Kitchens & Bathrooms
Cost $35, includes supplies to make your own blend to take home. Visit                                        Home Improvements
www.islandhospital.org/classes to register or call 360-299-4204.                                              Deck Building • Sheds
                                                                                                              Interior/Exterior
Island Hospital offers meditation class - Meditator Jan Hodgman will                                          Painting
                                                                                Brian K. Puskas               Landscape Design
guide you in simple techniques to become comfortable with meditation in                                       & Installation
a three session class on Tuesdays, Jan. 8th, 15th, & 22nd, 6:30-8:30pm         General Contractor/Owner
                                                                                                              Blocks/Pavers
in the Cypress Room at Island Hospital. The cost is $48. Register online         (360) 485-0055               Honest, Reliable, Affordable!
                                                                            contact@anchorcontractingwa.com
at www.islandhospital.org/classes or call 360-299-4204.                           Lic #ANCHOCL830RG
                                                                                                                   Licensed-Bonded-Insured
                                                                                                                        Veteran Owned

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Open Mental Health Sup-
port Group for those with mental illness, their family and friends, meets
on the fourth Thursday of each month 7-9pm at United Methodist Church
at 2201 “H” Ave, Anacortes. For details, contact either Diana Dodds 360-
424-8224 or Virginia at 360-298-8824.
Sailing, Powerboating, Kayaking and Navigation Classes: Certification                        Sailing School
courses and customized lessons. Prepare for safe, confident boating on
the Salish Sea. www.ShearwaterUniversity.com.                       shw                     Kayaking School
Ongoing Drop-In Cancer Caregiver Support Group, second Monday of
                                                                                            Navigation School
each month, 3-4pm, Island Hospital Merle Cancer Care Center. Are you         Maritime Education in the Heart of the Salish Sea
or a loved one looking for more support or information? Come join us,                      Anacortes Washington
all who are affected by cancer in our community are welcome. Call (360)
588-2082 for more info.
Alzheimer’s Support Group meets 2nd Monday of each month, 1-3pm
at Westminster Presbyterian Church. Call Ann G., 299-9569
Grief support group - Island Hospital’s grief support group meets every
Wed. from 3:30-5pm in the Guemes Room at Island Hospital, 1211 24th
St., Anacortes. Call 202-1699 for more info.
Skagit Widow & Widower’s Support Services SWSS has no-host
luncheons every week on Monday at 11 AM except for the 5th Monday
at Lorenzo’s. It begins at 11:30 AM. For more info contact John Rix-
Blackburn at 360-610-2102. 1st Monday at the Royal Star located in in
Mt Vernon at 2300 Freeway Dr, Mt Vernon. 2nd Monday is at the Curious
Chef in the Burlington Outlet Mall at 232 Fashion Way. 3rd Monday is at
the Farmhouse Inn located at 13724 La Conner Whitney Rd, Mt Vernon.
4th Monday is at the Skagit Casino located in Bow at 5984 N Oarrk Ln,
Bow, NEW! 5th Monday (if there is one) at Lorenzo’s Mexican Restaurant
located at 2121 East College Way.
                                                                                          Sundays 9:30a.m.
                                                                            Depot Arts Center / 611 R Avenue / Anacortes
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                                                                                $ 99
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Havoline® Full Service Oil Change $
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                                                                                                                               5.00 OFF
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•Change oil                          •Check differential fluid
•Change oil filter
•Check air filter
                                     •Lube chassis
                                     •Check wiper blades                                                   Havoline® Anti-Freeze Flush & Fill
•Check brake fluid                   •Check tires                                                                                                  Includes 2 gallons
•Check power steering fluid          •Vacuum interior
•Fill windshield washer reservoir    •Wash windows               Ask about our fleet program                                                           anti-freeze
•Check and fill battery              • 5 qts. included       With this coupon. Expires Expires 1/31/19                                                       Expires 1/31/19

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