A Story for the Citizens of Island County
Once upon a time, in the lands we call Whidbey and Camano, some local residents realized there was a certain gap in their county’s services.
Some of these people had been arrested for driving under the influence. Others for being in possession of alcohol when ...
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South Whidbey residents can sleep easier at night in part due to the recent efforts of Island County Fire District #3 and FEMA. This past year the department has put into action a $147,000 grant it received from the federal government to strengthen its volunteer force. The grant funds new steps to increase recruitment ...
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“Map Your Neighborhood” is a program designed to help neighborhoods prepare for disasters. It is a 2-hour course offered to our community by the Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars, on Saturday, October 10, 2009. Training is free and will begin at 9:30 AM, concluding at 12 PM. "Map Your Neighborhood" training will be held at the VFW Post home, 3037 Goldie Road, ...
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"Community Costume Contest and Karaoke" Evening at the Bayview Hall, will be held Friday, October 23rd, 2009, from 8pm until 11pm. Families and individuals of all ages are welcome to this fun, family-oriented event. Admission paid at the door is only $4.00 per person; groups of 4 people are just $12.
Join us for karaoke and music fun with your community. We'll be awarding prizes for ...
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"Community Karaoke" Evening at the Bayview Hall, will be held Friday, September 25, 2009. Families and individuals of all ages are welcome to this fun, family-oriented event from 8pm until 11pm. Admission paid at the door is only $4.00 per person; groups of 4 people are only $12 all night.
We'll be awarding door prizes and our concession stand will be open, for refreshments. A portion ...
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Hummingbird Farm Nursery & Garden invites you to attend their monthly "GATHERING FOR GARDENING" garden forum TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 1st, 10AM-12NOON. So, set the time aside and come attend. We'll meet at our barn.
Our discussion start point this month is, "GARDENING FOR FALL COLORS." We'll talk about fall yard preparation and pruning, suggestions for fall foliage plantings, and invite you to share your own garden "groundwork" ...
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Project Porchlight, Aug. 15, 10am-Noon
Help distribute free, energy saving CFL bulbs door to door. Meet at Smith Park, get a T-shirt, a map and a bag full of bulbs. Help your neighbors save money, energy and cut carbon emissions. Students can earn community service hours. Bring a buddy for a fun night out.
Project Porchlight, Aug. 27 ...
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Wed. Aug. 5 | Location:: Smith Park in Oak Harbor
Bring a little light into your community. Help distribute free CFL bulbs to your Oak Harbor neighbors through Project Porchlight.
This non-profit group has given away over 2 million CFL bulbs since 2005 helping communities save energy and cut carbons. Now it’s our turn. Bring a buddy and meet at Smith Park, 5:30-7:30pm for instructions and free bulbs. ...
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August 1ST (SATURDAY), 11 AM – 7 PM: WISH AID CONCERT AND BENEFIT, an event benefiting affordable housing solutions on Whidbey plus the La Vida Verde and VIDAstore annual warehouse sale at the Interstate Label Building, 1715 E. Main Street, Freeland. Ten bands, BBQ, ice cream, raffles, and a silent auction for five nights in Maui. The Vida Verde is donating 10% of all the ...
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Whidbey Islanders See the Light… bulb.
By Maribeth Crandell
How many Whidbey Islanders does it take to change a light bulb? We’ll find out soon. Three exciting events are coming to Oak Harbor this month that will save us money, energy and cut our carbon footprint.
First, Project Porchlight is calling for volunteers to beam out across the city ...
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