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FUN & Activity Guide Deception Pass Tours
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Daily Tour Schedule: 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm, and Sunset Cruise – 6:00pm Learn about Deception Pass, the Bridge and surrounding area on this amazing tour aboard the “Island Whaler.” Tours start at just $21 per person! Make reservations in advance, dates book quickly. Captain Brett is a U.S. Coast Guard certified captain and would like to share this exciting and picturesque setting with you, while exploring the shores and waters of the surrounding area. Take a unique ride on a seated open deck boat and enjoy a 360° unobstructed view as we pass through the waters of Deception Pass on a one hour tour. Also, look for wildlife such as bald eagles, seals, porpoises and maybe an occasional whale. We may not have Nessee or Champ, but we have the world’s largest Pacific Octopus. Learn the tales of characters who navigated these waters and the splendor of this National Historic Landmark. http://www.deceptionpasstours.com 888-909-TOURS (8687)
Saturday, June 18 The Beachcombers Bazaar, a community garage sale sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Oak Harbor., will be held June 21 from 9 am to 3 pm at Windjammer (formerly city beach) Park in Oak Harbor. Vendors will feature a variety of products including antiques, tools, books, toys, arts and crafts, shrubbery, furniture, greeting cards, birdhouses, rummage sale items, and food. In addition, the All Island Concert Band will provide a concert from 2-3 pm.
Island Count y Historical Museum Summer Exhibit: “The Menace of Mechanical Music” June 15 - September 11 A direct quote by famous bandleader John Phillip Sousa, who predicted the end of live music when Edison’s famous record machine first appeared - and recorded music was brought into our homes (“I want my MTV!”). A great assortment of record players, radios, and special performances by our amazing 1920 Wurlitzer Band Organ (and some live music too!) will be featured as our special Summer exhibit! Family friendly exhibits. Open Monday - Saturday 10am - 5 pm, Sunday 11am - 5 pm 908 NW Alexander St. Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-3310
Whidbey Island Garden Tour Saturday, June 25 Four lovely gardens on display this year: Fox Hollow Farm, Heron’s Roost & Ewe Two Farm, Marsh’s Edge, and Rivendell. Three additional sites of interest that will be open for FREE on the Day of Tour– the Good Cheer Garden, the Master Gardeners’ Education Garden, and Meerkerk Gardens. Purchase tickets, read all about the gardens and get more information at our site: www.wigt.org/gardens
GOLD RUSH VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Family Bible Church JULY 18 – 22, 2011 6:00 – 8:00 pm Kids will discover the true Rock of Ages as they enjoy songs, crafts, games, goodies, and dramas. Gold Rush promises to be filled with excitement, so visit our website to register today at www.oakharborfamilybible.org.
Saddle up with Equestrian Crossings Equestrian Crossings is now taking signups for its summer session which lasts from July 5 through Aug. 12. Equestrian Crossings, a nonprofit equine-assisted activities program, offers more than simply riding lessons. Certified instructors offer classes on inhand ground work, sport riding, physical
therapy and vaulting to all persons, including those with special needs. Space is limited so reserve lessons by Friday, June 17. Applications are available online at www.equestriancrossings.com. Call 320-1573 or send an email to info@equestriancrossings.com with questions. Scholarships are available.
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Loganberry festival July 23 - 24, 2011 Quality Arts and Crafts • Local Artisan Food Products • Farm Produce and Plants • Live Music and Entertainment • Pie Eating Contests • Hay Rides • Garden Tours • Children’s Activities and 4-H Exhibits • Artists in Action • Antique Cars • Delicious Local and Regional Foods • Wine and Beer Tasting 765 Wonn Road & Hwy. 525 for more information call (360) 6787700 or visit www.greenbankfarm.org.
Oak Harbor Old Fashioned 4th of July July 1 to July 5, 2011 Fun for everyone, with a parade, carnival, and culminating with fireworks festivities on the 4th. Carnival opens July 1. www.oakharborchamber.com or call 360-675-3755
Second annual Summer Art Studio Tour July 16-17 Studios all over Whidbey Island are open to the public. For more info, visit www.whidbeyworkingartists.com
North Whidbey Park & Recreation District: Vanderzicht Pool Summer Vacation Celebration 101 Friday, June 24th 1:15 - 2:45pm Free fun! Free food! No charge if you passed school! Fee: $6.75 per family or $3.00 per youth. For more information call 675-7665. Swimming Passes available for Summer at the pool, for residents and nonresidents, from 10-visit to annual use. Recreational/Open Swimming hours for Summer are Mon-Thurs 7:30 am to 9 pm, Fridays 7:30 am to 10 pm, Saturday 2 pm to 3:45 pm; 5:30 to 7:15 pm and 7:30 to 9 pm; Sunday 2 pm to 3:45 pm; 5:30 to 7:15 pm. Call for discounts and details or visit www.oakharborpool.com 360 675-7665
Summer 2011 Swim School A positive and fun learning experience provided by enthusiastic, well-trained and caring staff. Morning Lessons- 2 week sessions, Monday - Thursdays, Beginning June 27. Evening Lesson sessions- 4 week sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning June 28. Register beginning June 23rd online or at the office. Contact the pool for fees and details. Class offerings for all ages including: Parent/Child - Aqua Tots: 6 months to 2yrs, Puddle Jumpers: 2 to 3yrs, Pre-school: 3 to 5yrs, School Age, & Adults. visit www.oakharborpool.com 360 675-7665
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www.whidbeynewstimes.com North Whidbey Park & Recreation District Programs:
Whidbey Island Junior Sprint Triathlon
Kidz Love Soccer
Sunday, August 21st 4 pm. For ages 6 - 14 years, Open + Relays, Fee $12, register at pool cashier office. Swim 147 yards, Bike 2000 yards and Run 600 yards to the finish. Enter by August 6th. T-Shirt and snack included for participants.
Mondays, July 11 - August 29 Summer Sessions: Soccer 1, ages 5-6, 4:15-5:00pm Soccer 2, ages 7-8, 3:30-4:15pm Soccer 3, ages 9-10, 3:30-4:15pm Tot Soccer, ages 3.5-4, 5:00-5:30pm Pre Soccer, ages 4-5, 5:30-6:05pm Mommy, Daddy & Me Soccer, ages 2-3.5, 6:15-6:45pm For registration information, call North Whidbey Park and Recreation District at 360 675-7665 85 SE Jerome St. Oak Harbor, WA 98277 or register online at: www.kidzlovesoccer.com/register.asp
Kayak Instruction & Trips Friday, June 24th 1:15 - 2:45pm Instruction provided by Pete Stevens, American Canoe Association Qualified Instructor. Small Classes in Sea and River Kayaking tailored to your needs. Learn selfrecovery (rescue) and the Eskimo Roll in the friendly and warm environment of our pool, then refine your skills in the open water. Programs and Fees are as follows: Stroke & Rescue Clinic -$80 Stroke &Roll Clinic - $80 Rescue Clinic - $40, Roll Clinic - $55 Trips and Fees: River Course (Stroke & Roll required) $100 Yo Day Tour - $50 Evening Paddle-$35. Tours to popular Whidbey Island paddling destinations are available. Drop in practice sessions are available for $5. Call 675-7665.
Teen Moonlight Musical Adventure Friday, July 1st 9-10pm Swim and dance to music with DJ, food and beverages provided, only $2.25 per person for this special event held at Vanderzicht Memorial Pool.
Sixth Annual Bark & Splash Bash Sunday, August 28th @ 7:30-8 pm Free Swim for you and your dog! Dogs must be on leash. End the summer with a rousing good time before we empty and sanitize the pool for the season. visit www.oakharborpool.com
Nav y Centennial Events July 29-30, Oak Harbor area Whidbey Island Naval Air Station celebrates the 100th anniversary of naval aviation with special displays and events open to the public. Visit www.oakharborchamber.com.
Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival August 12-14 The Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival is one of the longest running festivals of it’s kind in the Pacific Northwest. Street fair, great food, shopping, artists in action, crafts for kids to make and take, and a wide variety of musical entertainment make this a summer event not to be missed. Tall ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain sail into Coupeville Thursday August 11th, 2011. Multiple sailings scheduled during Festival weekend. Also on the schedule are self-guided tours, storytelling, and visits with the crew in period costume. 360-678-5116 or visit website www. coupevilleartsandcraftsfestival.org.
Oak Harbor Rotary Club Car Show Saturday, August 13 Windjammer Park, Oak Harbor Come and participate with over 300 of the best “mild to wild” vehicles from all over the Northwest. Gates open at
8 am and winners are announced at 4 pm. Free parking and downtown shuttles, picnic areas, lots of good food, music and plenty of fun! 360-679-1595.
Highland Games Saturday, August 13 Whidbey Island Celtic Society’s annual celebration of all that is Scottish. Food, dance and events of physical skill. Held at Greenbank Farm. For more information call 360-331-5437.
Whidbey Playhouse Summer SEASON Annie Depression-era orphan Annie is determined to find her parents who abandoned her years ago at the door of a NYC orphanage - run by a cruel drunkard, Miss Hannigan. Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil plans, befriends FDR and finds a new family with billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his secretary, Grace, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. The wonderful music will have you tapping your feet and rooting for the underdog (no pun intended, Sandy)! Performances: June 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23,24, 25 at 7:30 pm June 5, 12, 19, 26 at 2:30p.m All tickets are $16 Call our box office for info: 360.679.2237 ATTENTION GUYS WHO LOVE TO SING! The Whidbey Playhouse has a terrific cast selected for the November 2011 musical Meet Me in St. Louis, minus a few very important young men (aged 16 to 35) for the vocal soloist/speaking parts of John Truitt (lead role, high school/college age) and for the chorus. Interested? Musical theatre or choir background a plus but not required. Cast already includes 8 people who are either active duty Navy, retired Navy, or family of military—the more
the merrier! Military men, students, and other young male singers are encouraged to schedule an audition as soon as possible. Rehearsals begin August first, and the show is onstage through the month of November. Come ride the trolley with us in Meet Me in St. Louis! Contact the Whidbey Playhouse office at 360.679.2237 or office@ whidbeyplayhouse.com for more information.
Island music festival returns The Whidbey Island Music Festival is delighted to announce its sixth season, beginning July 29th This beloved annual event presents great performances in relaxed and intimate venues on Whidbey Island. Ensemble Electra Concert 3 p.m. on June 26 at St. Augustine’s in-the-woods. As a preview to the annual Whidbey Island Music Festival, Ensemble Electra (Vicki Boeckman, recorders, Tekla Cunningham, violin, Jillon Dupree, harpsichord) will perform works highlighting composers featured at this summer’s festival: Bach, Telemann, Handel and more. www.whidbeyislandmusicfestival.org for a schedule and information on the artists. Tickets are available at www.brownpapertickets.com or by calling 1-800-838-3006.
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