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3. movies
4. reviews

Issue 134 • January 9 -22, 2015
“You gotta crack it open to get to the good stuff.”
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TABLE OF
CONTENTS
Artist of the Week....................................................................................40
Business Spotlight...................................................................................41
CALENDAR OF EVENTS.....................................................4-15
Classes & Workshops, Etc......................................................................17
Classifieds Listings........................................................................... 38-39
Community Information & Announcements / News........... 42-55
Cooking Mamas................................................................................ 56-57
Did You Know?..........................................................................................21
Dining Guide.............................................................................................20
Fresh from the Farm...............................................................................25
Healthy Living.................................................................................... 26-27
Journey with Jan......................................................................................35
Kids’ Korner......................................................................................... 36-37
Legal Lingo................................................................................................23
Life Worth Writing About......................................................................30
Local Poems & Stories..................................................................... 60-61
Maps of Stanwood, Conway, Silvana & Camano Island...... 28-29
Meetings & Clubs....................................................................................18
Moonshine Wisdom & Wit....................................................................22
Nature Notes.............................................................................................31
Pet Pages....................................................................................................34
Photos and Art from Your Friends.....................................................58
Senior Happenings.................................................................................19
Tide Tables.................................................................................................62
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 9
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
Baby & Me Storytime
11am at the Stanwood Library. Silly stories, happy songs, rhymes, &
activities. Playtime follows. Newborns-18 mos. Caregiver required.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9
Ford Giesbrecht performs at Dos Reales
Ford plays an eclectic mix of Brazilian classical, American and Latin
jazz standards, pop interpretations and original music. 5:30-8:30pm.
9739 SR Hwy 532. No cover.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9
Stanwood High School Boys Basketball
Vs Oak Harbor. Frosh & JV: 5:40pm. Varsity: 7:15pm.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9
Family Health Night
6pm at Elger Bay Elementary. Hosted by EBE PTA.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9
Eric Apoe and THEY
january
trivia:
January in the
Northern Hemisphere is the
seasonal equivalent to July in
the Southern
Hemisphere and
vice versa.
7pm at the Conway Muse – $10. Eric Apoe is a veteran American
singer-songwriter & guitarist from Seattle. His gravelly vocal style
has been compared with Tom Waits. His music is based on American folk with strong jazz influences. He has also blended blues and
klezmer music into his songs. Alicia DeJoie Violin, Damien Aitken
Sax, Tige DeCoster Bass, John Olufs Guitar, Jim DeJoie Clarinet, Olli
Klomp Drums, Danny Godinez Guitar, Dune Butler Bass.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 10
Stanwood High School Boys Basketball
Frosh & JV vs Glacier Peak. 3:45pm at SHS.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 10
Family BINGO
at the American Legion Hall, 609 W. Camano Drive. Doors open at
4:30 P.M. and Bingo starts at 6pm. Snacks and beverages available.
More info: 360-387-5420.
• Lifetime resident
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CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
SATURDAY, JANUARY 10
TüN The Band
7:30pm at the Conway Muse (Hat). CHRIS COOTSONA: VOCALS,
KEYS, RHYTHM GUITAR - His influences span a wide range of styles
including Classical, Hip Hop, Rock/Classic Rock, R&B, Blues, Funk, &
Reggae. ANTHONY WAGNER: BASS - is versed in a range of musical
styles and draws heavily on R&B & funk influences which he incorporates into his performances. ALEX TANK: GUITAR: - influences are
rooted heavily in blues & rock. LARRY QUETOLA: DRUMS.
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SATURDAY, JANUARY 10
RECYCLE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE!
Boy Scout Troop 46 will conduct their annual “Tree-cycle”. We provide for Christmas Tree curb side pickup for areas that received an
envelope as well as a central drop off location at Camano Plaza parking lot from 10 am-2 pm to make it easy for residents to dispose of
their Christmas Trees in an ecologically responsible manner. If you
did not receive an envelope and need your tree picked up, or for
more information please call 360-387-8260 or 425-583-4278. Sorry,
flocked trees are not eligible for pick up.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 11
Camano Island Buffet Brunch
(Open to the Public). Happy, Happy New Year! How about treating
your family to best Buffet Brunch at the Camano Island Yacht Club
129 N. Sunset Dr. 9am -noon. $9 for Adult, $5 for Children under 9.
Omelets are $1 extra. Menu: Bacon, Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, Hash
Browns, Blue Berry Pancakes, Fresh Fruit, Sweet Rolls, Juices, Coffee
and Tea. Join us for a great meal overlooking Saratoga Passage.
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
SUNDAY, JANUARY 11
Silvana Viking Hall BINGO
6pm. Come early for some food! 1331 Pioneer Hwy, Silvana. Questions? 360-652-2538. EVERY MONTH, 2nd Sunday.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 11
january
trivia:
According to
Facebook users, January is
“Change Your
Profile Picture
To A Muppet”
Month
Tangoheart
presents an evening of passionate music, lively narrative & beautiful dance performance, 7pm at Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Rd.
Tangoheart is dedicated to the performance of authentic Argentine tango, from its golden age through the modern era. The group
consists of: Bertram Levy, bandoneon and leader; Andy Carr, piano
(and Camano resident); Ruthie Dornfield, violin; Dorothy Shapiro,
viola; and Todd Gowers, contrabass. TangoFusion Dance Company
will perform. A complimentary Chocolate Buffet will be hosted by
Patti Carr, cookbook author and food blogger extraordinaire (www.
chezcarrcuisine.com). Admission is $20; students with ID get in free.
Advance tickets available at the Camano Center or by calling 360387-0222. For more info, call Andy or Patti Carr at 360-572-4063.
– Photo by Russell Johnson.
Stanwood United Methodist Church
~ A Progressive Church for Thinking People ~
9:00am: Traditional Worship Service.
10:45am: Contemporary Worship Service
w/Continental Breakfast & Children’s Church.
Youth Group: Tuesdays at 6pm (Sept-June)
360-629-9555
27128-102nd Dr. NW, Stanwood
www.stanwoodumc.org
Handicapped Accessible
Child Care for All Programs
Pastor Daniel Sailer
Ford Giesbrecht
All Ages, Levels & Styles.
Learn at Your Own Pace.
Instruction & Performance
Ukulele & Bass Lessons Also Available
Serving Stanwood & Camano Island
360-631-0661•guitarbyford.com
[email protected]
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
MONDAY, JANUARY 12
Open Mic Night
NEED
TO FIND
ANOTHER
CRAB
CRACKER?
An outdoor
magazine rack
filled with Crab
Crackers is
located next to
the Stanwood
police station.
7pm-9pm at Collective on Tap. Lee Clemetson & Cathy Tibert from
the band Pioneer Highway will be hosting at Terry’s Corner on Camano Island. 848 Sunrise N Sunrise Blvd. They are inviting you to
come on out & support your local musicians, even step up & play or
sing a couple of tunes. All Ages! The intent is to get off the couch,
get out, enjoy a few beers, have an acoustic style session, keep it real
informal & have fun. www.collectiveontap.com.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13
Honor Band/Choir concert
Stanwood Middle School MPMEA 8th Grade Honor band/choir.
6pm-7pm at SMS.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13
“AFTERNOON OF PINOCHLE”
The Stanwood Sons of Norway will be sponsoring an “Afternoon of
Pinochle” on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 1:00 PM. For further
information, please call Pam at 425 422-4197.
"2015 is going to be a great
year to list AND sell your
home or vacant land. Call
me for an in-depth market
analysis while inventory is
low and Buyers are here!"
Linda Evans – Broker, Realtor®
360 632-6788
www.InsideCamano.com
www.TheCrabCracker.com
818 N. Sunrise Blvd.
Camano Island, WA
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13
Travel Talk
2:30 at Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Rd. Cindy and Jon Walker,
travel consultants will answer our questions, tell us about their December trip to the Christmas markets in France, and give us tips.
They work for Travel Leades, a major US travel Company. If you are
considering a trip, come discuss your ideas with Cindy and Jon.
[email protected]
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14
Preschool Storytime
9:30 and 10:30am at the Stanwood Library. Let imaginations run
wild with fun books, sing-along songs, and creative activities that
prepare young minds for the adventures of reading. Playtime or
craft may follow. For ages 3 to 5 years. Caregiver required.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14
Stanwood High School Girls Basketball
Vs Everett. C Team & JV: 5:40pm. Varsity: 7:15pm.
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THURSDAY, JANUARY 15
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with the Stanwood Chamber of Commerce and the ArlingtonSmokey Point Chamber. Arlington-Smokey Point Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors want you to join their Business After Hours
Events! 2015 Kick Off! 5:30pm-7pm at the NEW HOTEL LOBBY, Angel
of the Winds Casino, 3438 Stoluckquamish Lane, Arlington. (360) 474
9740. Our networking extends beyond the Arlington-Smokey Point
area which is very beneficial to all business owners. Remember to
bring plenty of biz-cards to distribute. The door prizes are always a
big hit so bring a door prize to give away and advertise your business!! For more information, or to learn how to host a BAH event,
contact Michele Wiley - (360) 722-2802.
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THURSDAY, JANUARY 15
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
Family Storytime
10:30am at the Stanwood Library. Stories, music, and fun activities
for the whole family. All ages welcome. Caregiver required.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16
Ford Giesbrecht performs at Dos Reales
Ford plays an eclectic mix of Brazilian classical, American and Latin
jazz standards, pop interpretations and original music. 5:30-8:30pm.
9739 SR Hwy 532. No cover.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16
Stanwood High School Girls Basketball
Vs Arlington. C Team: 3:45pm. JV: 5:40pm. Varsity: 7:15pm.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16
Ready Readers: Baby & Me Storytime
9:30am at the Camano Island Library. Wiggle and giggle with your
baby through silly stories, happy songs, rhymes, and activities. Playtime follows. Newborns through 18 months. Caregiver required.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16
Ready Readers: Family Storytime
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10:30am at the Camano Island Library. Funny stories and action
songs will make you giggle and move. Playtime or craft may follow.
For ages 18 months and up with a caregiver.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16
Prime rib PUBLIC DINNER
at the American Legion Post 92 Frank Hancock Hall-located off HIghway 532 next to Rite Aide. Dinner includes a generous cut of Prime
Rib, Baked Potato (with all the fixings), Salad Bar, Vegetables & Dessert-all for just $13. Cocktails are available. 4:30 until we run out.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16
Baby & Me Storytime
11am at the Stanwood Library. Silly stories, happy songs, rhymes,
and activities that inspire a love of reading. Playtime follows. For
newborns through 18 months. Caregiver required.
Senior Real Estate Specialist
Serving all generations with respect, empathy,
compassion, and transparency.
Please contact me to discuss housing options as we age.
Tamara Matthews, Broker, E-Pro, GRI, SRES
Windermere Real Estate/CIR
Terry's Corner, Camano Island
425-330-8671
www.davidandtamara.com
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[email protected]
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16
MLK
trivia:
In 1964, Dr. King
was the youngest man to win
the Nobel Peace
Prize, at the
age of 35.
He announced
that he would
give the prize
money, which
was $54,123, to
support the civil
rights movement, when he
was told of his
selection.
www.TheCrabCracker.com
The Holmes Shea Band
7pm at the Conway Muse – $7. Band leaders John Holmes and Jamie
Shea have penned lively pop-rock originals with an infusion of funk,
r&b, jazz and Latin. Jamie’s soaring vocals and keyboard combine
with John’s lead guitar and vocals to provide a powerful counterpoint. The sets are rounded out with Motown soul classics.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17
Family BINGO
at the American Legion Hall, 609 W. Camano Drive. Doors open at
4:30 P.M. and Bingo starts at 6pm. Snacks and beverages available.
More info: 360-387-5420.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17
Stanwood Lacrosse Free Clinic
At Soccer First, 19805 74th Ave NE, Arlington (behind the old Haggen). Clinics are for players in Stanwood-Camano, Arlington, & Lakewood school districts. Sessions will allow returning players to begin
to refresh their skills & introduce new players or potential players
to the sport. Clinics will be non-contact, but players should bring
gear if they have it. Stanwood Lacrosse will have a number of sticks
on hand for new players to try. 5pm – 6pm All girls players, grades
2 – 6; 6pm – 7pm All boys players, grades K – 6; 7pm – 8pm New
and 2nd year players, grades 7 – 12. Go to www.stanwoodlacrosse.
com for more information about the sport & registration. Contact
[email protected] with questions.
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CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17
Crab Fest
january
poem:
4-7pm at the Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Rd. $25 includes one
whole Dungeness crab, side dishes, and dessert. Beverages, including beer and wine, will be available for purchase. Tickets are available now at the Camano Center front desk or by calling 360-3870222 with your VISA or MasterCard. Only 300 will be sold!
“In January it’s
so nice
while slipping
on the sliding
ice
to sip hot
chicken soup
with rice.
Sipping once
Sipping twice.”
- Maurice
Sendak
- In January
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17
Ford Giesbrecht’s First CD “Phat Cat”
Release Party
at Dos Reales Mexican Restaurant, 9730 SR Hwy 32, Stanwood. Ford
plays an eclectic mix of Brazilian classical, American and Latin jazz
standards, pop interpretations and original music. For more info call
or email [email protected]. 350-631-0661.
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[email protected]
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
Richard Allen & the Louisiana Experience
7:30pm at the Conway Muse – $10. Zydeco, sultry blues, funk &
west coast swing with infusion of Rock and Soul. Deep in southwest
Louisiana, French speaking people pass down a culture hundreds of
years old, rich in music, dance, food, language and love and kinship
among family and community. It is called joy of life, and the sounds
and images of that Acadian tradition filled Richard Allen’s world.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17
The Merry Widow (Lehár)
The Met: Live in HD at Stanwood Cinemas. The broadcast of Lehár’s
The Merry Widow will be presented live at 9:55am. Renée Fleming
stars as the beguiling woman who captivates all of Paris in Lehár’s
enchanting operetta, in an art-nouveau setting that climaxes with
singing and dancing grisettes at the legendary Maxim’s. Nathan
Gunn co-stars as Danilo and Kelli O’Hara is Valencienne. Sir Andrew
Davis conducts. Tickets: $22 for adults & $20 for seniors & children.
winter
quote:
“Nature has
undoubtedly
mastered the
art of winter
gardening and
even the most
experienced
gardener can
learn from the
unrestrained
beauty around
them.”
- Vincent A.
Simeone
www.TheCrabCracker.com
SUNDAY, JANUARY 18
Evening Low Tide Beach Walk
at Camano Island State Park at 8pm. Park in the boat launch parking
lot & meet at the boat ramp. Park volunteers will be on hand to help
you identify intertidal animals. You may see chitons, sea anemones,
nudibranchs, crabs, seastars, snails, tubeworms, barnacles, etc. See
what impact the Seastar Wasting Syndrome virus has had on our intertidal seastar populations. Dress appropriately, take a bright flashlight (with fresh batteries & a back-up flashlight too), and waterproof
boots or sturdy shoes (walking on beach cobbles and rocks can be
difficult). These walks are very informal. You can head home at any
time. The walk may be cancelled depending on weather conditions.
Check this website (www.camabeachfoundation.org) after 5pm on
Jan. 18 to find out if the beach walk has been cancelled. Low tide
this night is -1.8ft. at about 9:15 pm. – Photo by Georgette Douwma.
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CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
MONDAY, JANUARY 19
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
During the less than 13 years of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s leadership of the modern American Civil Rights Movement, from December, 1955 until April 4, 1968, African Americans achieved more genuine progress toward racial equality in America than the previous
350 years had produced. Dr. King is widely regarded as America’s
pre-eminent advocate of nonviolence and one of the greatest nonviolent leaders in world history. –www.thekingcenter.org.
MLK
Trivia:
MARTIN LUTHER
KING was born
in Atlanta on
January 15,
1929. His real
name was Michael not Martin
Luther. Michael
decided that
‘Martin Luther’
had a more
prominent ring,
and he never
legally changed
his name. Martin
Luther King Jr
Day is always
celebrated on
the third Monday in January.
MONDAY, JANUARY 19
Open Mic Night
7pm-9pm at Collective on Tap. Lee Clemetson & Cathy Tibert from
the band Pioneer Highway will be hosting at Terry’s Corner on Camano Island. 848 Sunrise N Sunrise Blvd. They are inviting you to
come on out & support your local musicians, even step up & play
or sing a couple of tunes. All Ages! There will be a PA & a couple of
Microphones. The intent is to get off the couch, get out, enjoy a few
beers, have an acoustic style session, keep it real informal & have
fun. www.collectiveontap.com.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 20
Making Make-Believe:
Explore Shadow Puppetry
4pm at the Stanwood Library. All the world’s a stage--if you’re interested in acting, puppetry, mask-making, costume design, scriptwriting, and more, come and join us! We’re seeking cast and crew for
upcoming projects. January workshop: We’ll discuss upcoming projects, make shadow puppets, and bring them to life in our shadow
puppet theater! Supported by the Stanwood Friends of the Library.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 20
Stanwood High School Boys Basketball
Vs Marysville-Getchell. JV & Frosh: 5:40pm. Varsity: 7:15pm.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 20
Stanwood Middle School Talent Show
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6pm-7pm at SMS.
[email protected]
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
Preschool Storytime
9:30 and 10:30am at the Stanwood Library. Let imaginations run
wild with fun books, sing-along songs, and creative activities that
prepare young minds for the adventures of reading. Playtime or
craft may follow. For ages 3 to 5 years. Caregiver required.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21
BWH Program - Native Plants in Your Yard
by Kristin Marshall
Kristin Marshall, Habitat Restoration Specialist from Snohomish
Conservation District, will explain how to choose healthy, appropriate native plants and how to plant and give them a good start
in your yard. 7-9 pm at Camano Multipurpose Center, 141 East Camano Drive (blue building by tennis courts).
COMING
SOON!
JANUARY 23
conway
west & the
dovetails
at Conway Muse
JANUARY 24
tales to
tails
at Stanwood Library
JANUARY 25
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21
The Kareem Kandi Trio
will play jazz at the Camano Center, 606 Arrowhead Rd. 7-9pm.
$20 for adults; students with student ID are free! A cash bar will be
available. 360-387-0222 for more info. Saxophonist Kareem Kandi is
a performer, composer & educator, who is in high demand for his
talents both on & off the stage. Growing up in the northwest with its
vibrant music scene allowed Kandi the opportunity to study with,
listen to and perform with world class jazz artists residing in the
area. He spends most of his time leading his group The Kareem Kandi Band for which he composes and arranges most of the music.
family fun
bingo
THURSDAY, JANUARY 22
JANUARY 31
THURSDAY, JANUARY 22
at Stanwood Sr. Ctr.
country
living expo
2015
at Stanwood
High School
Stanwood High School Boys Basketball
Vs Marysville-Pilchuck. JV & Frosh: 5:40pm. Varsity: 7:15pm.
Family Storytime
10:30am at the Stanwood Library. Stories, music, and fun activities
for the whole family. All ages welcome. Caregiver required.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 22
SMS Winter Band Concert
7pm at Stanwood Middle School.
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CLASSES &
WORKSHOPS
NOW OPEN on Camano Island at Terry’s Corner: Movement Arts, offering classes in yoga, Pilates and Dance. Many classes to choose from,
joining specials at movement arts.com. We are here for YOU.
Learn English! Free classes for parents. Food & childcare provided.
January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26. 4pm-5:30pm at Twin
City Elementary School, 26211 Lindstrom Rd., Stanwood.
Dance Lessons: Ultra Beginner Line Dance begins Jan.15, 3pm, Studio
Z Stanwood. 8 week session: $32. Free-SilverSneaker® members. Zumba
Gold® begins Jan. 6, 9am, 8 week session: $32. It’s more fun to Dance
than Exercise! Cardio, Core & Strength class,Thurs.9am-BONUS! Free
4wks (when signed up for Zumba Gold®). Sit n’Fit Class/Classic Class: A
chair is used for seated or standing work. Tue & Thur at 10:15am Free-SilverSneaker® members. Water Aerobics Tue 11:30am. Silver Splash (FreeSilverSneaker® members) Thur 11:30am. Classes held at Camano Country
Club except Line Dance. 425-205-0870 or http://kathysfitness.com.
Swim Lessons begin Jan 10th at 10am. 2 classes will be offered. Levels
will be determined. Camano Country Club. Call Kathy 425-205-0870.
Living Well with Chronic Pain - Free Workshops Manage your pain &
MLK Trivia:
Martin Luther
King Jr. was first
black American
to be honored
as Man of the
Year in Time
magazine.
Martin Luther
King Jr. King was
a Baptist priest.
live a better life! In 6 weeks, you will learn to: Manage fatigue, Sleep
better, Exercise safely, Deal with depression, Manage medications.
When: 6 Tuesdays, January 13-February 17. 1pm-3:30 pm at Stanwood Community & Senior Center, 7430 276th St NW, Stanwood.
To Enroll: Call Jamie Hunter-Mitchell at 425.265.2283.
Book a Librarian Tech Sessions Tuesdays. 8:30am-9:45am at the Camano Island Library. Get help on computing basics, Microsoft Word, Excel,
email, Facebook or maximize the benefits of the Sno-Isle website. Space
is limited, please call 360-387-5150 to make an appointment.
Karate & Taekwondo at Northwest School of Martial Arts! Open enrollment, fun for all ages! Our programs emphasize respect, self-defense,
confidence, self-discipline, exercise, leadership & focus. Call 629-4341 or
visit nwschoolofmartialarts.com for schedule & prices & specials.
Classes filling up fast! Camano Island Fire & Rescue’s CPR/First Aid/AED
classes are very popular. Classes are held the first Thursday of each
month from 6pm-10pm at the Vista/Madrona Fire Station. Island County residents are free. Call 360-387-1512 for more info.
Blending conventional
& alternative medicine
We sell vitamins &
supplements
Dr. Melanie Whittaker, RN, ND
Naturopathic Primary Care Physician
Stanwood • (360) 629-2222 • altmedclinic.com
www.TheCrabCracker.com
Insurance accepted
Apple Health Provider
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MEETINGS
and CLUBS
Stanwood Camano Beekeeping Association 2015 Meeting Schedule:
Jan 14: Winter colony health. Feb 11: Hive Equipment/Packages. Mar 11:
Hive survival – package prep. Apr 8: New bees and newbies. May 13:
Your hives in Spring. Jun 10: Starvation to Honey flow. July 8: Expanding
hives. Aug 12: Your hives in Summer. Sep 9: Pest control. Oct 14: Your
hives in Fall. Nov 11: Nutrition. Dec: No Meeting. Guest speakers could
preempt scheduled topics and as always timely discussions based on
members needs take precedence over scheduled topics.
Stanwood Camano Rotary Club Meetings - David Rader of Oak Harbor
will share a Leadership Program. He has spoken to 40 Rotary Clubs. His
topic will be “Theodore Roosevelt: American President/Global Leader”.
When: Jan 14, 12pm – 1:30pm at Stanwood Camano School District,
26920 Pioneer Hwy, Stanwood. Club Meeting - Ron Kennedy “Managing
Income For Retirement” January 21, 12:00pm – 1:30pm at Stanwood Camano School District. Club Meeting - Gakushi Matsumoto, our exchange
student from Japan will share about his home and life in Hamamatsu,
Shizuoka, Japan. January 28, 12:00pm – 1:30pm at Stanwood Camano
School District. Gakushi Matsumoto, our exchange student from Japan
will share about his home and life in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, Japan.
F2.8 Photo Club looking for new members! Meetings : third Tuesday of
the month at 11:00 AM Stanwood Library. More info: Terry Dean. td-ks@
Hotmail.com.
Camano Island Friends of the Library 1/22/15. 7pm. The Friends are the
folks who help support library programs. Everybody welcome!
january
trivia:
The first Super
Bowl was held
at the L.A.
Coliseum in
January.
Jerry Rice
has the most
touchdowns in a
Super Bowl (8).
January PFLAG Support Group: The combined Stanwood-CamanoSkagit PFLAG Support Group will meet January 22, at 7pm at A Guilded
Gallery, 8700-271st St NW, Stanwood. LGBT persons, their friends, families & allies are invited to attend this meeting for a conversation in an
atmosphere of acceptance & safety. Interested persons may contact Pat
Clark, 360-631-0703, or Kathy Reim, 360-856-4676 for further info.
North Sound Knitters Guild meets 6-9 pm at Stanwood Community &
Senior Center, 7430 276th St. NW. Meeting is Jan. 12. Milly 387-9611.
Camano Preparedness Group meets Jan. 21 from 1-3 at the Vista Madrona Fire Station on Camano Island. We are organized to help our Island
neighbors prepare for & recover from local emergencies / disasters. We
work with Camano Island Fire & Rescue, and Island County Department
of Emergency Management in fulfilling our goal of helping Camano Island be better prepared. All interested residents are welcome.
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THE Camano CENTER
606 Arrowhead Road • 360-387-0222 • www.camanocenter.org
– Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) assistance is
available at the Camano Center. Also, additional help with Medicare,
Medicare Supplemental Insurance, and Advantage Plans is available.
Call Ginny Berube at 360-387-0222 for information.
– PUD Senior Citizen Discount applications are available at the Camano Center. Call Ginny at 360-387-0222 to see if you qualify.
– Adult Day Program: Structured programming provides caregivers
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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE SENIOR CENTER:
– Nutrition Program: Monday-Friday 12:00pm Senior Services meal
program provides lunch daily. Monthly menu available www.stanwoodseniorcenter.org $3 if over 60; $6 under 60
– Evening Meals: Monday, Wednesday and Fridays. Dinner is served
at 5pm and costs just $4 per person.
– Center Court Thrift Store open Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm; $5.00
clothing bag sales every Friday and Saturday.
– Medical Transportation: If you live in Stanwood and would like to
schedule a ride for a medical appointment contact Sandy Kitchens
at 360-629-7403 ext. 112. Transportation services to Mt. Vernon Tuesdays, Stanwood/Camano/Arlington Wednesdays; Everett Thursdays
– Holiday parties: Have your holiday gathering at the center.
– Foot Clinic Third Wednesday of every month. Call for appointment
– Parkinson’s support group meets every second Monday.
UPCOMNG EVENTS:
– Thursday, January 8th Waffle Dinner.
– Sunday, January 25th Family Bingo 4:30pm.
– AARP Tax service begins Friday(s) February 6th.
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DINING GUIDE
MLK
Trivia:
August 28, 1963.
At the Lincoln
Memorial in
Washington D.C
Martin Luther
King, Jr. gave his
speech “I Have a
Dream” to over
250,000 people.
Famous words:
‘I have a dream
that my four
little children
will one day
live in a nation
where they will
not be judged
by the color of
their skin but by
the content of
their character..”
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Amigo mexican restaurant & lounge (Stanwood) • (360) 629-5052
burger king (Stanwood) • (360) 629-6022
Cama BEACH CAFE (Camano Island) • (360) 387-3266
CAMANO ISLAND INN (Camano Island) • (360) 387-0783
Center Cafe (Stanwood) • (360) 629-7403
The Chatter Box (Stanwood) • (360) 629-0600
The Conway Muse (Conway) • (360) 445-3000
CONWAY BOXCAR (Stanwood) • (360) 629-0651
conway pub & eatery (Conway) • (360) 445-4733
COOKIE MILL (Stanwood) • (360) 629-2362
dairy queen (Stanwood) • (360) 629-3141
DEL FOX BBQ AT CAMANO ISLAND MARKETPLACE (866) 387-5282
Diamond Knot Camano Lodge (Camano Island) • (360) 387-9972
dos reales (Stanwood) • (360) 629-0822
dragon palace (Stanwood) • (360) 629-8106
duck in cafe (Stanwood) • (360) 629-3440
FARMERS CAFE – (Stanwood) • (360) 629-4953
FireCreek Grill at Kayak Point (Stanwood) • (360) 652-9676
ixtapa mexican restaurant (Stanwood) • (360) 629-5228
jack in the box (Stanwood) • (360) 629-2384
jasmin thai cuisine & sushi (Stanwood) • (360) 629-2044
Jasmin Thai Express (Camano Island) • (360) 926-8688
jimmy’s pizza (Stanwood) • (360) 629-6565
Johnny’s Burger Stop (Stanwood) (360) 629-9427
KARA’S KITCHEN - ELGER BAY GROCERY • (Camano Island) • (360) 387-9120
LEATHERHEADS PUB & EATERY (Stanwood) • (360) 629-5555
little caesars PIZZA (Stanwood) • (360) 629-6999
MAMA TRADITIONS RESTAURANT (Stanwood) • (360) 629-8200
mcdonald’s (Stanwood) • (360) 629-9787
MIYAKO’S TERIYAKI & WOK (Stanwood) • (360) 629-4535
NAHA Teriyaki (Stanwood) • (360) 629-0681
NEW COUNTRY GRILL (Stanwood) • (360) 629-3402
papa murphy’s TAKE ‘N’ BAKE PIZZA (Stanwood) • (360) 629-3826
PHOENIX PAVILION (Stanwood) • (360) 629-4662
quiznos (Stanwood) • (360) 939-6570 / (360) 939-0430
Roadhouse Bar & Grill (Stanwood) • (360) 652-4156
Rockaway Bar & Grill (Camano Island, at Camaloch) • 360-926-8920
sahara pizza (Stanwood) • (360) 629-6886
SEVEN LAKES PIZZA (Stanwood) • (360) 629-7502
Sharky’s Fish N Chips & Burgers (Stanwood) • (360) 631-5200
SPARTAN DRIVE IN (Stanwood) • (360) 629-8988
stanwood cafe (Stanwood) • (360) 629-8427
STANWOOD CUPCAKES (Stanwood) • (360) 926-8241
stanwood grill (Stanwood) • (360) 629-5253
stanwood hotel & saloon (Stanwood) • (360) 629-2888
Stanwood Pho (Stanwood) • (360) 939-0818
starbucks (Stanwood) • (360) 629-2701 • 629-5027 • 629-2500
subway (Camano Island) • n/a
subway (Stanwood) • (360) 629-2678
Sweet bliss frozen Yogurt (Stanwood) • (360) 629-8620
taco time (Stanwood) • (360) 629-5018
Tastes of India (Stanwood) • (360) 629-3102
Twin City Lanes Cafe (Stanwood) • (360) 629-3001
vERACRUZ MEXICAN RESTAURANT (Stanwood) • (360) 629-9391
viking BAR & GRILL (Stanwood) • (360) 629-9285
WAYNE’S CORNER CAFÉ (Stanwood) • (360) 939-2300
Willow & Jim’s Country Cafe (Silvana) • (360) 652-0372
Y’S COUNTRY BAKERY (Stanwood) • (360) 939-2253
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did you
know?
The Stanwood Cooperative Creamery
The Stanwood
Area Historical
Society asks,
“Did You Know?”
Here is the first,
of a continuing
history series.
was built in 1895. It was owned by the dairy farmers. It was a place
where they could bring their milk and have it converted into butter. From there, the butter was shipped to various places to be
sold. When the Creamery first started it was $3,000 in debt. By
1896, the debts were all paid off. The Creamery was so successful
because it became known for making “the best butter this side of
the Cascade Mountains.” During its operation, the Creamery took
in about 6,000 pounds of milk a day. In about 1914, the Creamery
was shut down and turned into a cheese factory which operated
for a short while. The Stanwood Cooperative Creamery Building
still stands on top of the hill overlooking East Stanwood.
– Research by Cathy Maher.
CRABBY contest
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Moonshine
Wisdom & Wit
Poacher Paul
“Apparently the rumors reached Rome --- folks down here on the
South End are crabbing without licenses, without proper or legal
equipment, without regard for managing the crustacean resource
--- so they’ve sent the centurions down to enforce the Law. It came
as quite a shock to Poacher Paul on his first trip crabbing this season, not only to his poaching pride but to his wallet.
Martha on the bluff with her binoculars , sick of Paul’s seasonal
greed, called the Authorities. In short order the Game Warden
pulled up alongside Paul’s Boston Whaler and demanded to see
his license. Paul, never at a loss for words, informed the gendarme
he didn’t have one, had never had one and by Neptune he didn’t
need one now. He’s a South End Old Timer, Paul is, and an honorary member of the Take-All-You-Want Club. There’s a lot of members of that society and most of them aren’t old timers, they’re just
folks who have theirs and to hell with those who don’t.
They think government is just a bunch of imbeciles bent on keeping them from what is their God given right to take. More for me,
less for you. Actually, less for all of us, but when the crabs are gone,
they’ll blame the Department of Natural Resources for mismanagement, proof once again of government incompetence.
Story by Jack
Archibald.
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Down at the Marine a day later, Paul was still livid at this intrusion on his personal freedom. The warden, what Paul calls the Fish
Police, fined him for crabbing without a license, fined him for an
unlicensed boat, fined him for a trap without an escape hatch and
fined him for 15 crabs either the wrong sex or undersized or both.
He confiscated the traps and threw back all of Paul’s catch. It was
an expensive day of crabbing, for sure.
Paul, of course, vowed to show that Fish Cop who was boss. No
way was he buying a license, no way was he paying those fines,
no way was he backing down to the &#@!!* government and its
&%#@ stooges.
As the old saying down my way goes, you can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him think.”
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Stanwood, WA
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noon Monday through Friday $3 if over 60; all
others $6. Evening Meal Mondays, Wednesdays
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educational workshops, foot clinic, massage,
reflexology, fitness, yoga, medical transportation
and salon services. Thrift Store hours MondaySaturday 10am-4pm.
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8712 - 271st Street
P.O. Box 284, Stanwood
Yarns, Needles, Hooks and Patterns
Specializing in yarns by Dale of Norway
360-939-0769 • [email protected]
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legal lingo
Article
submitted by
Anthony
DiPietro
Attorney at Law
360-926-8218
CAN MY CHILD’S CREDITORS GET MY MONEY?
“WHAT?!!!!!!!” You say. “Wait a minute, do I have to worry about
that now? How can that happen?” You ask. Well, let’s take a look.
You have a daughter or son who is financially irresponsible. He
shows up for the holidays in a new BMW which you couldn’t afford let alone him. You inquire as to how someone working the
French fryer at Burger King could afford such a vehicle and he
blows smoke up your skirt. You walk away wondering what planet
today’s youth came from. And then . . . you die. (Whoops.). If you
are single or you and your spouse die together your children will
probably inherit your estate, and if they inherit your estate and
are deeply in debt their creditors can get at the money you left
them in your will. (Ha, you will be paying for that BMW after all!).
So here’s what you do. Prepare a will that leaves your estate to a
person or institution as trustee for the children. You then direct
the trustee on how to distribute the estate. It can be a certain
percentage monthly or annually. It can be held in trust until the
child reaches a certain age. You choose. You can rule from the
grave. Nice huh? The trustee cannot be swayed by the pleadings
of the child. He/She must do what you dictate in the will or trust
document. Keep that in mind next time junior shows up wearing
a gold cross the size of a tree stump.
SMARTER.
BOLDER.
FASTER.
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DANIEL D. RIKE 425-422-0323
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Fresh from
the farm
Jon Stevens,
a retired Camano
Island organic
farmer who with
his wife is teaching orphans and
at risk children
around the world
to grow food and
then helps them
put in gardens
and orchards.
Learn more at
www.growinggardensforlife.org
Lap Time
We all need lap time. If you’re not sure about this, ask a dog. Any
dog. The small ones will confirm this comfortably. The big ones like
labs and great danes are a bit more reluctant to confess the need,
but when asked with a sideways glance, they’ll blink and nod agreement while they try to clamber on board. Cats, on the other hand,
know their rights and your lap is in their union contract so don’t fight
it. What is it about a lap? They’ll hold about anything. Laps were
not built for napkins though. We’ve seen too many on the floor to
believe that. But laps are great for holding bowls of apples to be
peeled or peas to be shelled or a sweater being knitted. They can
be a center for watching the work ethic of old. However we must
admit they are actually built for kids. Who has not seen a Grandma with her lap at the ready, waiting for the little ones to come in
range? Kids are more like dogs than cats. A kid will sidle up to the
love and protection waiting in a grandma’s lap and glance around
to make sure no one is looking then take the plunge to comfort and
attention. Once there, it’s time for a hug or a tickle or a quiet ear of
listening. It’s a time for storybooks and maybe even a song or two.
But it is always a safe place, a place where corrections to behavior
are not bothered with, where acceptance of who we are is always at
the ready. It’s hard to be a lap. It’s hard to always be soft and accepting of what lands on us. We want to be clear that we are right and
proper people, worrying more about ourselves than others and a
good lap never does that. A good lap takes what comes and makes
it better. It might be a scrape on the knee or a wound to a heart, or a
small bird held in the hand of a young child. Or, if things are slow at
the old home place, it may be a dog with wet feet. But a lap always
has a job. And so do we.
Beautiful Smiles for All Ages
Dr Hall is proud to serve the community where he was born and raised,
and where he is now raising his own family. Visit his friendly office,
conveniently located across from Haggen.
360-629-5382 • charleshallortho.com
Fax: 360-629-6891 • 7204 267th Street NW, Ste. 103, Stanwood, WA 98292
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healthy
living
Weather and PAIN?
Written by
SuZanna Mantis,
Beginner & Seated YOGA teacher,
Aromatherapist,
Reflexologist.
www.zsremedies.
com
How does weather affect our joints & energy? Did you ever know
someone who could “smell” snow or rain before it came? What
they “smell” is a change in the electrical charge in the air. It’s been
described as a “metallic” smell. All atoms have either a positive or
negative charge so they can bind to form molecules. As the barometer falls, the positive charge, or “ions” increase which causes
a depletion of cortisone in the body. This happens to all creatures
that have adrenal glands—in other words, all mammals. It means
that the pressure against our body drops as well, and our joints and
areas that are injured can begin to swell. Did you ever notice how
your cold or pain gets worse at night? Mine does. I understand pain,
as I have arthritis and fibromyalgia. This happen because our bodies
slow production of both adrenaline and cortisone in the evening so
we can go to sleep. It’s part of our circadian rhythm. So what can
we do to manage this, aside from moving?? Well, depending on the
problem, whether it is pain, mood, or energy, there are some solutions. If the problem is simply energy, then it will be useful to stay
away from simple carbohydrates such as sugar, starches, and junk
food. Eat foods that will sustain you and not bring the “crash” you
feel after that morning donut. Don’t assume that caffeine is the answer, either. Chronic pain, chronic fatigue and depression all present unique challenges. They all can be affected by nutrition, exercise, sunlight and barometric pressure. A good support is exercise;
simple stretching, beginner yoga, meditation. Essential oils in a
bath or shower help tremendously. Heatable wraps & socks also are
great tools. Come into Z’s Body & Soul in Stanwood and find things
that will support your bones & joints throughout this winter.
360.386.7650 • alespike.com
9300 271st St. NW, B5 • Stanwood
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healthy
living
Seasonal Affective Disorder
Originally published on the SHS Spartan Spectrum on November 11,
2014 by Teddy Softcheck, Stanwood High School reporter.
winter
trivia:
What is the
difference between sleet, hail,
and freezing
rain?
Answer: Hail
is a chunk or
stone of ice
dropped from a
thunderstorm.
Sleet is frozen
rain. Freezing
rain is liquid rain
that freezes to
a surface such
as the road or a
tree.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), also known as the winter blues
or winter depression, affects half a million people around the world
every single year. Even though this condition afflicts people during
all seasons of the year, most people get it during the winter months
when natural sunlight is diminished; usually around September
and October, and start to feel better by April or May when spring
comes around. SAD, is defined as a type of depression that occurs
during the same season each year. WebMd, a website that covers
all types of medical conditions, stated, “It can sometimes be hard to
tell the difference between SAD and other types of depression because many of the symptoms are the same.” They listed symptoms
that include feelings of depression or anxiousness, loss of interest
in your usual activities, weight gain, eating more and craving carbohydrates (such as bread and pasta), sleeping more but still feeling
tired, and having trouble concentrating. SAD also depends on your
geographical location as it is more prolific in the northern hemisphere. Cases are very rare in the southern hemisphere, suggesting
that this condition is caused by the lack of sunlight. Mental Health
America described another cause of the disorder, saying, “Melatonin,
a sleep-related hormone secreted by the pineal gland in the brain,
has been linked to SAD. This hormone, which may cause symptoms
of depression, is produced at increased levels in the dark. Therefore,
when the days are shorter and darker the production of this hormone increases.” There are three treatments for Seasonal Affective
Disorder, Phototherapy, spending more time outside for mild symptoms, and if all else fails, antidepressants can be prescribed. Phototherapy (Light Therapy) though, has been reported to have worked
in 80 percent of SAD cases, proving to be a much safer alternative to
costly, and potentially dangerous, antidepressant pills.
If you are experiencing any symptoms of SAD, try some of these
treatments, they might really help out. But if these symptoms do
become serious, see your physician immediately & get diagnosed.
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STANWOOD
SILVANA
KAYAK POINT,
WARM BEACH,
7 LAKES
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MAP OF CAMANO ISLAND
STANWOOD
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life worth
writing about
This is a brandnew, ongoing
feature page by
Peggy Wendel
Living a Life
Worth Writing
About
Writer, musician,
bricoleur
www.peggy
wendel.com
Bigger, Better, More, Now!
“Here’s my simple formula for a livable New Year’s Resolution. Stick
with something easy—forget diet and exercise. Resolve to do what
you really want to do. Just fill in the blanks: Bigger ___, Better ___,
More ___, Now! This year, my resolution is “Bigger Ideas, Better Planning, More Fun, Now!” My big idea is that our community can be
more vibrant and exciting. People are already working on it. All I
have to do is show up. If I enjoy myself and spend a little money,
then they are successful. If no one comes, events and businesses
flop and fold. Just look at our chronically empty storefronts. Yet
people keep opening businesses and creating events to make our
community a better place and improve our local economy. Sometimes I’ve missed events because I forgot. This year, my plan is a calendar dedicated to getting out and connecting. I’ll keep the calendar handy to jot down events when I read local publications like the
Crab Cracker and the Stanwood Camano News. Then when I have
that vague feeling that there was something I wanted to do—I’ll
know where to jog my memory. I resolve to get out to more events,
connect with folks I know, and meet new people. People, activities,
and connections make our community alive and strong. When I
visit friends in communities like Port Townsend, Bellingham, Portland, and Seattle, there are places to go, things to do, and events
are well attended. Sure, these cities are more populated, but we can
have it on a smaller scale. I’ve seen too many attempts to bring life
to our Stanwood-Camano community fail. Then people complain
that there’s nothing to do. Let’s change that. Pick up a calendar and
mark it up. I’ll see you out and about!”
Get in the #1 Book!
Call Mark Kanarick,
long-time Camano
resident, at
425-374-9022
www.actionyp.com
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nature notes
reduce & recycle
l. Did you know that waste reduction and recycling can have an
impact on global warming. By taking a few steps to reduce and
recycle, you can be a part of the climate change.
2. You can help with climate change by reducing waste. Decomposing waste in landfills produce methane, which is 21 times more
potent than carbon dioxide.
3. You can help with climate change by throwing away less. New
replacement products are produced and the extraction of new
raw materials, manufacturing and distribution all produce greenhouse gasses.
4. Waste reduction and recycling are effective ways to help reduce
greenhouse gasses. Less garbage means less methane emissions,
less energy use, and a greater supply of trees to help clean the air.
5. Recycling is second best to not making waste in the first place.
Whenever you recycle or use products made with less material,
you help save energy that would otherwise be used to extract,
transport and process raw materials.
6. Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. When you
reduce waste and recycle paper products, more trees are left
standing in the forest where they can continue to remove CO 2.
7. Food makes up to 20-30% of a trash can in U.S. cities. Food
waste has value. Try worm bin composting, use curbside recycling
that turns food waste into compost or use a metal garbage can
(partially buried in the ground) as a food digester.
MLK
trivia:
Martin Luther
King Jr. went to
college at age
15.
Martin Luther
King got 20
Doctorate
degrees.
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CAMANO ISLAND
$189,000
Cute cabin in the woods is a private treasure with beach
rights! This is a great getaway or make it a perfect place to
live full time. Gorgeous evergreen trees surround this 2
bedroom home. Main floor living with extra rooms on the
lower level. #720931
VACANT LAND
$180,000
Gorgeous lot on Camano is perfect for a rambler or 2 story
home. Acres & acres of open space buffers this lot from
activity & noise. Stunning views of Saratoga Passage, Penn
Cove & the lights of Oak Harbor. Development with proposed
trails, underground utilities and paved roads. #671044
VACANT LAND
$169,000
Spectacular view frontage overlooking Triangle Cove on
Camano Island. This great 4.02 acres is on a quiet Country
lane. Lots of room here for building-maybe a spot for that
dream home you have been thinking of. Soil tests are
complete and walking trails are in. #614082
VACANT LAND
$85,000
Great building lot in Camaloch on Camano Island. This golfing
community boasts a pool, fishing lake, clubhouse, gated
entry and wonderful golf course. Cleared and ready to build
on with shopping, beaches and dining close by. #610603
VACANT LAND
$59,000
Enjoy peace and quiet on this 2.5 acre parcel tucked away on
Camano Island. Lot is partially cleared for a home site and
adjacent 2.5 acre parcel is also available. Shared well and
expired septic design for a 4 bedroom system. Possible owner
financing. #605132
CONDO
$235,000
Ground floor, 2 bedroom corner unit in the Norwood Estates
community of Stanwood. Open floor plan, new interior paint,
kitchen with breakfast bar and slider from the dining to a
covered patio. Close to medical facilities, entertainment and
shopping. Small pets allowed. #724531
Camano Island | Country Club
1283 Elger Bay Rd
360/387-3411
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Stanwood | Next to Bartell Drugs
7359 267th St NW
360/629-8233
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WATERFRONT
$739,000
Custom designed Camano home to fit the lovely private
property and maximize views of Mt Rainier, the Olympics and
Saratoga Passage. Well maintained native and mature
landscaping with stairs to the saltwater’s edge. Master on the
main, open living space and impressive views. #663312
VIEW HOME
$234,900
Beautiful views of the Olympics over Elger Bay from this 3
bedroom home on a nicely landscaped lot. Gorgeous sunsets
enjoyed from the deck. Living room with vaulted ceilings,
exposed wood beams and huge windows. Large master suite
with bath. Move-in ready. Beach rights! #721415
VACANT LAND
$120,000
West side views from this Camano Island lot. All the prep
work has been done: water share is paid, site registration
done, paved road and power. Close to the State Park, boat
ramp, fishing and crabbing with golf, dining and shopping
nearby. Two lots available. #665017
LOST LAKE
$199,000
Charming 3 bedroom rambler with a large private backyard
on Camano Island. Open living room with adjoining kitchen,
separate dining room and spacious rec room with cozy free
standing stove. Community offers a trout stocked lake, pool
and is close to island amenities. #720028
VACANT LAND
$59,000
Great level lot on the west side of Camano Island in the
Onamac community would be perfect for your new home.
Offering fantastic beach rights, camp sites, picnic tables, a
boat ramp and great beach combing. In an area of quality
homes and good neighbors! #658708
VACANT LAND
$159,000
Building lot with a beautiful view in the Brentwood
community on Camano Island. Great north end location filled
with western sunshine and views, backed by a greenbelt for
privacy. Close to the County boat launch and beach with easyoff-island access. #677496
Camano Island | Terry’s Corner
818 N Sunrise Blvd
360/387-4663
www.TheCrabCracker.com
www.facebook.com/CamanoLife
[email protected]
- windermerecir
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CASA’S PET OF THE WEEK:
Lizzy loves to lay on a big comfy pillow & watch every-
thing that goes on around her. She would prefer to be
the only cat in the home. She desires affection & loves
long slow strokes from head to tail. She enjoys having
her space where she can get peace & quiet. If you need
someone to keep you company while you watch tv or
baking cookies, she may be the girl for you!
Camano Animal Shelter Association (CASA):
198 Can Ku Road, Camano Island.
360-387-1902. camanoanimalshelter.org
NOAH’S PET OF THE WEEK:
Chester is a happy and silly little guy who would
love to find his forever home. He can be a little shy
when you first meet him, but once you’re in the club,
you’ll be his best friend. He loves to go for walks and
also enjoys just being pet. Chester has done well
with other dogs, but would prefer a home with no
small children. He weighs 8 lbs.
The N.O.A.H. Animal Adoption Center:
31300 Brandstrom Rd, Stanwood.
(360) 629-7055. thenoahcenter.org.
360-507-4133
Website: www.janmather.com
Email: [email protected]
PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION
FOR FALL, 2015
Camano Lutheran Preschool will begin
open enrollment for Fall classes in
March. Our class sizes are small and
our staff is loving, educated, and ready
to foster your child’s educational
experience. We have been serving
Stanwood/Camano for 35 years.
360-629-4592
www.CamanoLutheranPreschool.com
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Windermere Real Estate / CIR
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“journey with jan”
journey
with jan
Connections From Your Camano Island Expert
We are pleased to
announce an exciting, new edition
to our magazine.
Each time we will
have our local Broker, Jan Mather,
Camano Island
Expert, featuring
an article about
local events, real
estate, personal
thoughts & a new
vocabulary word
each and every
time. We welcome
Jan, as she has
been in her same
desk, same office,
same location,
since her career
at Windermere
Real Estate/CIR,
which was once
Dan Garrison
Real Estate, and I
bet many of you
remember those
days. Ok, here she
goes....
www.TheCrabCracker.com
“It is always fun to learn a new word and I would like to introduce
you to this word for the new year. The vocabulary word for this
edition is “Pluviophile”. Does anyone know what this odd word
means? I will describe it in the following sentence...and this is a
hint for you. “The people who just bought the home when it was
pouring down rain are Pluviophiles.” This interesting words means
“A lover of rain, someone who finds joy and peace of mind during rainy days.”. Who would have thought that? I, Jan Mather, can
understand this vocabulary word and language. When I grew up
in Iowa, all we ever experienced was hot, humid summers and very
cold, icy winters. It was very rare that we saw it rain and when it
did, hurray!! This usually occurred in the early evening and my Dad
would say “Get the flashlight!” Immediately that meant to get the
flashlight and go night crawler hunting as we loved to go fishing
in Lake Okoboji. We did that during the rain, the smell in the air
was so refreshing and wonderful and it meant as a young girl, I was
able to stay up late. I loved night crawler hunting and the pouring down of rain. Rain does this to us in the Northwest, don’t you
agree? It makes us feel safe and blessed; It makes things grow; It
tends for us to slow down and reflect on life and priorities; It encourages us to bake, make soups, cook, roast and make comfort
foods. Thank you for listening to the new vocabulary word...Just
wait until the next edition.
Now, just a bit about real estate. As a Managing Broker, celebrating
20 years next summer, I would like to encourage anyone who is
thinking of putting their home on the market to do so. We are so
low in our inventory, that we have many good buyers just waiting
for their special home. We definitely want them to stay here on Camano Island and not wander anywhere else, so now is the perfect
time. Call me now as I am open 24/7 by phone or email. If I am not
able to jump right on it, I will find someone who will. My phone is
360-507-4133 & my email is [email protected]. Thank
you for reading my article and if you have any feedback, I would
love to hear from you.” – Jan Mather/Managing Broker.
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KID’S KORNER
Vellum Paper Mache Igloo
by Jennifer Kirk from Ambrosia Creative
(www.bkids.typepad.com)
january
trivia:
January is
named after
the Roman god
Janus, who was
always shown
as having two
heads. He
looked back to
the last year and
forward to the
new one. The
Roman New
Year festival
was called the
Calends, and
people
decorated their
homes and gave
each other gifts.
With cooler weather coming upon us, I’m ready for some winter
themed crafts with the boys. This project involves one of my favorite mediums, vellum paper. With its translucency, applications
are almost endless and this project was an experiment to see if
it would paper mache well. As a forewarning, this project is very
messy, but my kids enjoyed the tactile experience of getting their
hands dirty! So be prepared to make a bit of mess and to work on
this project over the course of a couple of days.
What you’ll need: All-purpose glue, Glue gun, Balloon, Vellum paper torn into strips, various lengths, Oatmeal canister wrapped in
plastic wrap (optional)
Directions: Step 1: Create paper mache glue by mixing entire contents of glue bottle (I used a 4oz bottle here) with 1/4 cup of water
in a bowl. Set aside. Step 2: Stabilize inflated balloon in another
bowl. Use a couple pieces of tape to make it extra secure. Draw
outlines for the bottom of the igloo and for the doorway. Step 3:
Dip strips into glue mixture, making sure to completely saturate
paper. Slide off excess glue and lay strips over surface of the balloon. Try to keep to one layer -- makes for a quicker drying time -and aim to have the pieces criss-cross and overlap. Optional step:
If you’re feeling ambitious, make a doorway to the igloo. For the
mold, I used a round oatmeal canister wrapped in plastic wrap.
Allow everything to dry until hard (I had to wait overnight). Step 4:
Slowly deflate balloon. It will stick a little to the inside of the igloo,
so do this step carefully! Step 5: Trim off the marker lines. Step 6: If
you made the igloo doorway, attach using a glue gun and trim off
any excess. While gluing, it helps to use a bowl again to hold the
igloo steady.
I found a small string of battery-operated lights at the store that
we used to illuminate the inside of the igloo which gave it that
extra cool factor for the kids.
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Martin Luther King Jr. coloring page
Source: African American Awareness for Young Children, Good Year Books.
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classiFied
listings
FOR SALE
2004 Ford Focus for sale for parts. Engine & transmission shot but available for parts. New tires. You haul from Camano. $300 OBO. 387-3602.
Bonnie Brindle Premium Alaska sockeye filets & cod loins, Del Fox. Call
special events 425-422-0177. www.bonniesbestbetbatter.com
Second Chance Thrift Shop: 1/2 off lamps and lighting. 1335 E SR 532, Camano Island.
HELP WANTED
Considering a Career In Real Estate? Windermere is looking for sales asociates in our Stanwood and Camano Island offices. Contact Marla at [email protected] for more info.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Tangoheart presents passionate music, lively narrative and beautiful
dance performance, 7pm, Sunday, January 11 at Camano Center. Complimentary Chocolate Buffet. 360-387-0222.
Happy New Year from LadyFit. SilverSneakers is coming soon! Stanwood.
360-629-0155.
YOU CAN
HAVE your
garage
sale listed
in this
section FOR
free!
Email us your info
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Work wanted: Professional, Loving Caregiver available for infant and toddler care or at home care for the disabled. 15 years professional and personal caregiving experienced on Camano Island. Pet Sitting Services also
available. CNA Certification. No heavy lifting. Roxane Quick 360-547-3940
Forte Music Dance Art offers private lessons on Sax, Clarinet, Flute, Voice,
& Piano and group & private instruction in the disciplines of Ballet, Tap,
Jazz, & Ballroom Dancing Toning classes are also available. For info. call
Chris Tuohy @ 360-207-4632 email [email protected].
“House/Pet Sitter Available. Long or short term, professional, reliable,
flexible rates. Inquire at [email protected]”
Greg’s Mobile Small Engine Repair Tune-ups, blade sharpening, chainsaw,
mower and other small gas engines fixed (425)350-0938.
“Andrew’s lessons are fun!” Making Guitar, Bass, Mandolin learning easy
since 1980. All ages, all abilities. Sno-Isle area. 206-245-5482.
Rental Center for Both
Owners & Tenants
in Greater Stanwood
& Camano Island
Windermere Real Estate / CIR
VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO VIEW ALL OUR RENTAL HOMES OR JUST CALL OR STOP BY
www.camanorealestate.com/rentals • (360) 629-8233
7359 – 267th St. NW, Stanwood • Brokers: Keith Bjornethun & Michael Borthwick
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classiFied
listings
real estate / rentals
House to Share: Beautiful Camano Island with view & deck. Part furnished
private bath & entrance off street. Parking. $700 month includes utilities
plus wireless. Background check ($35 required) + $500 deposit. No smokers. Pets may be considered. Call 425-317-0603.
Camano Island House looking for co-tenant. Fore rent: one bedroom,
out of two. One person/woman only. $490. CALL (206) 941-2103.
Basement Apartment: lower level of house/700 sq ft. living room,
bedroom, & bathroom. Shared kitchen & laundry, Stanwood, N/S, N/P
$600.00/mo. 425-422-4757
Vacation rental Sweet Private Backyard Bungalow on Camano fully furnished vacation rental 1 queen/1twin/WiFi. one block from Madrona
beach. $65.00 per night for 2/30.00 cleaning fee per stay. Can view via
appointment. [email protected].
Year round business rentals available! Great weekly rates, growing area
at Terry’s Corner. facebook.com/cutecamanocottages. Lindsey at 301327-0992 or [email protected].
WANTED
Always Buying: Vintage & Antiques: Military, Old Shop & Garage items,
Vintage Farm & Cabin Items, Taxidermy, Antique Toys, Costume Jewelry,
Old Photos, many other items. Call Peggy 360-652-3293.
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Gift Certs.
Available.
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ARTIST OF
THE WEEK
Article written
by Daniela
Tierra,
Reporter, SHS
Spartan
Spectrum.
Photo by
Madison
Chollar
From high school artist to published
illustrator; Sadie Clem
Sadie Clem has always loved to draw. “I would get dropped off at
the library when I was younger and I would look at all the picture
books and copy the drawings and as I got older I started making my
own drawings,” says Clem. Sadie Clem is a junior at Stanwood High
School and an invested art student. While a typical summer job for
teenagers is walking dogs, babysitting or a job at QFC, Sadie got an
unusual offer. “For a long time, my mom would post my art on Facebook and one day a family friend messaged her and asked if I would
want to illustrate the book she was working on,” Clem exclaims. In
the Summer of 2013, Clem started work on the illustrations. For two
months she worked almost every day and spent an average of five
hours per drawing (for a 24 page book); it wasn’t an easy process.
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BUSINESS
SPOTLIGHT
Part 1 of a short,
ongoing series.
Learn more
about CASA
and view
adoptable
animals at
www.camano
animalshelter.
org.
www.TheCrabCracker.com
RE-INTRODUCTION TO CAMANO’S
ANIMAL SHELTER - part 1
CASA (Camano Animal Shelter Association) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit
organization, founded in 1998. We have operated as a NO-KILL shelter since the spring of 2009 and strive to work above the set standard for no-kill. We fight to help the very young, very old, very sick,
and imperfect pets which cross our path. The size of our building,
our limited staff, volunteers, distant location, and funding do pose
challenges, but we are determined to outweigh this. When you visit
the shelter, you see an old metal building with one side towering
above you. We only inhabit a small fraction of that building. When
you come inside it is colorful and cheery, with cats roaming around.
People are often surprised as kitties pop out of nooks and crannies during their visit. The staff often jokes that our shelter is like a
clown-car, it is amazing what’s really living in the space. See photos
of the shelter and learn more about our “clown-car” by taking the
online tour on our website. Over 500 animals passed through the
doors of CASA this year, even a Bearded Dragon. We offer a variety
of services to the community which includes: pet adoptions, we
accept owner surrenders, and provide stray intake and reclaiming
services. CASA also maintains a pet food bank and performs lowcost microchipping. We also work with people regularly on ways
for them to keep their animals as an alternative to surrendering
them to the shelter. CASA takes our commitment to the animals
very seriously. Every dog and cat adopted from CASA is spayed or
neutered, microchipped and registered, dewormed, flea treated,
and has core vaccines. Additionally, every cat and kitten from CASA
is FeLV or FeLV/FIV combo tested before going up for adoption. We
encourage every adopter to keep in contact with us and if there is
ever an issue or if they can no longer keep their adopted pet for
any reason, regardless of the time which has passed our doors will
always be open for them again and we encourage them to make
us their first call. Each day at CASA we have just two staff members
who clean, feed, rotate, medicate, assess and intake animals, take
care of adoptions, strays, and more. We struggle each day due to
the seriously limited number of in-shelter volunteers. We encourage you to join our mission in helping local animals and become
part of our volunteer team. We understand that not everyone can
physically volunteer at the shelter, but there are also other ways
we need you. You can share our adoptable animals, our wish list, or
simply tell people about CASA in general and why YOU choose to
support us. Foster homes are always needed. You can also make a
tax deductible donation to CASA at any time. Your generosity funds
our work and we thank you for helping us help the animals.
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Community
Information
HUNT FOR A GLASS TREASURE! 2015 GREAT
NORTHWEST Glass Quest “Preview”
Advertise
in the Crab
Cracker!
“YOUR
COMMUNITY
CONNECTION”
The 2015 Great Northwest Glass Quest is February 13-22, and to
get you all excited for this traditional hunt for the hidden “Glass
Treasure”, the Crab Cracker hid one for you to find...TODAY! Read
the clue inside this photograph of a “Clue Ball” & go to that location.
The first person who gets there will find the actual “Clue Ball.” Take
it to the location written inside it & receive an exclusive, signed
glass ball treasure created by Stanwood artist, Mark Ellinger.
Fair Designs
for the 2015 Stanwood Camano Fair t-shirts need to be completed
by Feb. 7, 2015. The theme is “Horns, Hides & Rides.” The dates are
July 31-August 2. Be sure to include “Stanwood Camano Community Fair” in the artwork. It must be clear, camera-ready and in a
JPEG format. Limit is 3-4 colors. Send to P.O. Box 902, Stanwood, WA
98292. For details, call 360-629-4121.
Weddings • Retreats • Business Events
Family Celebrations
360-387-1418 • fourspringshouse.com
[email protected]
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AND MORE!
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Phone:
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YMCA of Snohomish County purchases
property for new Stanwood-Camano
YMCA
EVERETT, Wash., Dec. 17, 2014 – The effort to build a YMCA in the
Stanwood-Camano community that started four years ago has taken a major step forward with the purchase of property at Stanwood
Village. The YMCA of Snohomish County’s Board of Trustees’ Executive Committee approved the Stanwood-Camano Organizing Committee’s recommendation to purchase the former fitness club property, located adjacent to Port Susan Middle School at 7213 267th St.
NW, Stanwood. A Site Selection Committee, chaired by Laura Byers,
has been working the past four years to identify a site suitable for
the YMCA. More than 30 sites were reviewed during the process using rigorous evaluation criteria. The primary goal was to select a site
that best meets community needs to deliver the greatest amount
of programs and services. “This location is particularly exciting to
us because it is within walking distance of three of our schools, including Stanwood High School and Port Susan Middle School,” said
Byers. The site is also close to senior housing and the Island Transit
bus route, and centrally located to serve the surrounding community. “This is an exciting day for the Stanwood-Camano community,”
said Ken Kettler, Chair of the Stanwood-Camano YMCA Organizing
Committee. “I’d like to thank Past Chair, Theresa Metzger for her incredible leadership in getting us to this point and for continuing on
as Co-Chair of our Capital Fundraising Committee. The volunteers
in this community have worked diligently for the past four years to
make this dream a reality.” The YMCA conducted two marketing feasibility studies: one in Sept. 2010 and the second in May 2014. Both
studies indicate a strong interest in YMCA programs and activities.
The YMCA has confidence that this level of interest will provide the
sustaining revenue required to ensure a successful YMCA branch.
YMCA operations are supported through two revenue streams:
earned revenue from membership and programs; and contributed revenue through fund raising, grants, and endowment funds.
Pursuing facility development in the Stanwood-Camano areas is a
strategic goal of the YMCA of Snohomish County. A full facility will
inspire and develop youth, ensure a healthy and safe community,
and build community connection and infrastructure. Construction
of new YMCAs are funded through a combination of charitable donations, YMCA reserves, and loans. The original cost estimate for a
new Stanwood-Camano YMCA was $18 million, including property
acquisition. Now that a site has been purchased, the YMCA design
and construction team can develop a detailed construction budget.
With the leadership of past Capital Fundraising Committee chair,
Don Leak, and current Capital Fundraising Committee co-chairs,
Rose Olson and Theresa Metzger, and their volunteer committee,
$8.4 million has been raised to date through charitable donations.
Reaching the next fundraising milestone of $9.6 million will allow
the YMCA to break ground. The YMCA anticipates breaking ground
in mid-2015 with an expected open date in late-2016, provided site
development and fundraising benchmarks are achieved.
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Community
Information
2015 Historical calendars on sale now
mlk
trivia:
Thanks to area businesses for having the 2015 Stanwood Area Historical Calendar available for purchase. On Camano: Camano Island
Plaza, Elger Bay Grocery, Huntington’s Corner Grocery, and The Marketplace. In Silvana: Silvana Meats. In Stanwood: Advanced Automotive, Duck In Cafe, Snow Goose Books, Stanwood Camano News,
Stanwood Hardware, as well as the Historical Society. Enjoy great
photos and stories about our area for only $10.
King was shot
by James Earl
Ray at 6:01 p.m.
on April 4, 1968
at the Lorraine
Motel in Memphis Tennessee.
The assassination led to a
nationwide
wave of riots in
more than 100
cities.
President Lyndon B. Johnson
declared April 7
a national day
of mourning for
the civil rights
leader.
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News Flash--- News Flash--- News Flash---
12-11-14 Major Windstorm Slams Camano Island - Gusts to 60+ MPH,
Trees down, Homes damaged, Power outages for the majority of the
Island, some lasting for days. Were you prepared? If a weather or disaster event occured that isolated Camano Island for Days, would
you be ready? Would you have enough Food, Water and Clothing to
stay warm, fed and safe until help arrived? The Camano Preparedness
Group believes we MUST: Prepare for - Protect against - Respond to
- Recover from - these types of local emergencies / regional disasters! Concerned about your Family, Neighborhood & Island? Join Us.
Get Prepared! Camano Preparedness Group - Meets monthly 3rd
Wednesday 1pm to 3pm - Vista Fire Station. Contact Bill at [email protected] or Rhonda at [email protected].
[email protected]
Community
Information
WHO WE ARE
january is:
Bath Safety
Month
International
Change Your
Stars Month
National Bird
Feeding Month
National Clean
Up Your Computer Month
National Hot Tea
Month
National Soup
Month
Oatmeal Month
www.TheCrabCracker.com
Your Camano Island Preparedness Group is organized for the
betterment of our community by integrating resources for the
mitigation of the social and economic impacts that will follow a
disaster on our island. Our mission is to strengthen the resiliency
of our island community by engaging in a wide range of efforts
to cope with any and all the possible crises our island is subject
to through the development of informed, organized,and trained
residents participating, particularily at their neighborhood level.
We need people of all backgrounds and skill levels to be liason and
to assist our professional responders and volunteer groups. We
seek to increase awareness that our island is vulnerable to isolation, flood, fire, earthquake, pandemic, slides, and windstorm and
we are working to create/grow a core group of people who are
knowledgeable , active, and will train in emergency skills (CERT).
We plan to establish emergency Hubs where supplies will be
available when Camano is isolated from the mainland and roads
impassible. We make available the opportunity for all residents to
aquire the skills and knowledge they need to take care of their own
families and then to help their neighbors. One of our prime aims
is to further coordinated efforts among all emergency responders, professional and volunteer with everyone understanding and
working within FEMA’s NIC system used nationwide. We are aware
that disasters strike mostly without warning and that preparation
takes time. We know further that the strength and resiliency of
our community to cope is in direct proportion to the number of
our residents willing to be an active part of their community and
working together in a common framework when responding to a
crisis. –Gloria Linch.
The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program
is coming to Safe Harbor in Stanwood this February! One out of every three U.S. Adults has prediabetes, but only 7% know they have it.
The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program can help. Find out if you’re
at risk & learn more at http://ymca-snoco.org/preventdiabetes.
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Community
Information
Register for Habitat Stewards Training
Learn how to garden for wildlife and create a personal wildlife sanctuary in you own backyard. Friends of CamanoIsland Parks and the
Snohomish Conservation District strive to keep Camano a wildlife
friendly island by training Habitat Stewards to help the communitycreate, preserve, enhance, and restore wildlife habitat. The training
will be offered at the Camano Multipurpose Center, 141 N East Camano Drive, Thursdays Feb. 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12 from 6:30 to 8:45
p.m. It will include two field trips Saturdays Feb. 21 and March 7 from
8:30 to 11:30 a.m. The training costs $40 for course expenses and
includes a 30-hour volunteer commitment to assist FOCIP’s Camano
Wildlife Habitat Project. To register for the Habitat Stewards training,
visit www.camanowildlifehabitat.org, call 360-387-2236, or e-mail
[email protected].
Stanwood camano little league
2015 season
Is open for registration. The 2015 season is just around the corner,
with tryouts being set up for the end of February and the draft, team
assignments and practices to start immediately after that. Less than
12 weeks away! T-Ball, Softball and Baseball Player Registration,
Coach Registration & Umpire Registration. Register at www.stanwoodcamanoll.org.
on Camano
Get in it!
Call 360-654-4516
www.actionyp.com
Happy New Year from
Big Winter Sale!
LadyFit
Women’s Fitness Club
Massage Services by Desi
(360) 629-0155
8819 Viking Way
Stanwood, WA
Facebook.com/LadyFitStanwood
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January 5-January 10th, 2015
11am-4:30pm. Win a Case of Lefse...
Enjoy a Hot Spiced Drink- and buy
something special for yourself
Happy New Year!
Stanwood’s Original Lefse! Ya Betcha!
360-629-3006
Mon-Sat: 11-5 • Sun: 11-3
8820 Viking Village • Stanwood • UffDaShoppe.com
[email protected]
Community
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The Crab
Cracker:
YOUR
LOCAL
COMMUNITY
CONNECTION!
Camano Ridge Preserve
Trail enthusiasts on Camano Island may soon have reason to celebrate! We’re working with Island County to acquire a five-acre parcel adjacent to the Camano Ridge Forest Preserve to create a new
trailhead and parking area. The 400-care Forest Preserve currently
has only one trailhead, making it hard for many Camano residents
to access its five miles of hiking trails. The property was logged two
years ago and lies between Camano Ridge Road and the Preserve
boundary – an ideal place to create a parking area. We’re currently
asking for donations to leverage a Conservation Futures Fund grant
the County plans to apply for in 2015 to help fund the project. A
generous Camano Island family has pledged a lead gift of $10,000
to start the campaign. Please click on their website to donate and
note it’s for Camano Ridge. – Whidbey Camano Land Trust.
Conservation District Native Plant Sale
Celebrates 30 Years
Snohomish Conservation District will be hosting their 30th annual
Native Tree and Shrub sale on Saturday, February 28, 2015, from
8:30 am to 4:30 pm at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds in Monroe.
The popular sale provides residents with a variety of native plants
for landscaping, habitat restoration, erosion control, attracting wildlife, and for beauty and enjoyment. This year’s sale will also feature
several speakers throughout the day, booths from area conservation groups, kid’s activities, rain barrel kits and pollinator packets. To
order plants, visit www.theplantsale.org. There is no minimum size
for pre-orders, which will be accepted through February 9. Formore
information, call 425-335-5634 or [email protected].
N.W. Builders, Inc.
has been on
the island for
26 years.
Custom Homes
Remodels Decks
Commercial Residentials
Garages General Construction
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PUD Offers Safety Reminders
for Winter Storm
With more stormy weather likely this winter, Snohomish County
Public Utility District reminds customers to take steps to be safe
when Mother Nature strikes. Steer Clear of Downed Power
Lines. Approaching downed power lines can be fatal! You don’t
even have to touch a downed line to be electrocuted. If you get
too close, electricity can find a path into one leg or foot travel up
the body and down the other leg and foot and cause serious burns
and injury or even death. Stay at least 20 to 30 feet away from any
downed line. Call the PUD immediately to report the location of the
downed line. If the downed line is life-threatening (for example, on
top of an occupied car), call 911. Some people think it’s okay to
drive across downed lines, believing that the rubber in the car tires
will protect them. While this is true to some extent, the best rule
to follow is to avoid driving over downed power lines unless it is a
last-resort. Beware of Carbon Monoxide Emissions. Using a gas
stove or charcoal grill inside or your home for heating can have
deadly results. During last year’s wind storm, hundreds of people
suffered carbon monoxide poisoning when they tried to heat their
homes by turning on gas stoves or dragging grills or portable generators inside their homes. Gas, oil, kerosene, charcoal, and wood
all emit carbon monoxide – a colorless, odorless gas – that can kill
a person in just minutes if inhaled at high levels (such as inside
a house with windows shut). Because carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms are similar to those for the flu, many people don’t
realize they are suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning until
it’s too late. Be Safe with Lamps and Flammables. Always use
extreme caution if you use candles or oil lamps. Never leave them
unattended and keep them away from furniture, drapes, and other
flammable materials. In all cases, be sure you have enough ventilation. Use Portable Generators Safely. Never plug a portable generator into your household wiring unless your home is equipped
with a transfer switch that was installed by a licensed electrician.
Your generator could be damaged or, much worse, it could back
feed electricity through the meter and out into the neighborhood,
where it would cause a severe safety hazard to neighbors and line
workers. If you need to power an appliance with a generator, plug
it directly to the generator. Also, remember to keep enough fuel on
hand to power your generator through longer outages. – Snohomish County PUD.
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Information
SHS Fire Cadet Program’s November
Bulldog Award winner:
Captain Jonathan Fleisher. Fleischer is a 2nd year Cadet currently
leading Company “B”. Instructor Erich Schweiger states, “Captain
Fleischer is frequently observed mentoring other Cadets, and also
dedicates many hours of community service as a member of the
North Snohomish County Fire Explorer Program” (through NCRFA).
Karen & Gene
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Three Local Winners Honored for
Conservation Efforts
winter
fun fact:
The Winter of
1779-1780 was
so cold that ice
was piled 20 feet
high along the
Delmarva Coast
and stayed there
until spring. The
upper portion of
the Chesapeake
Bay and the
entire Potomac
River was frozen
solid. People
were able to
walk from Annapolis to Kent
Island and from
Alexandria into
DC.
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The Washington Association of Conservation Districts recently held
their annual meeting in Cle Elum and presented awards to three
individuals and groups from Snohomish County and Camano Island. The Tulalip Tribes, Kristoferson Farm, and Mukilteo teacher Sue
Idso were recognized. The annual awards recognize individuals and
groups that support conservation districts in their work on natural
resource conservation. The Kristoferson family and Kristoferson
Farm won the WACD Wildlife Farm of the Year Award for their conservation and wildlife habitat restoration efforts. The Kristoferson
Farm on Camano Island has been in the family since 1921. It’s currently managed as a working forest for small-scale timber harvest,
organic hay production, a canopy zip-line tour and event venue.
The Tulalip Tribes received the WACD Tribal Partnership Award. The
Tribes worked with the Snohomish Conservation District to implement stormwater educational efforts and projects on tribal lands.
Terry Williams and the Tribes have also been leaders in establishing
and growing the Snohomish County Sustainable Lands Strategy.
This collaborative, cross-boundary approach to net gains for both
fish and farm producers has provided many opportunities for the
Tribes, District, and other partners to secure funding to implement
a wide variety of farm/fish/flood projects. Sue Idso, a fifth grade
teacher at Mukilteo Elementary School, received the Educator of the
Year Award. With help from habitat specialist Ryan Williams, Sue and
her students created an outdoor classroom - a place where teachers
of all grades could hold science and language arts classes outside.
After the District helped clear brush, Sue contacted a group of local
Eagle Scout candidates to develop and build projects including: a
trail network, an amphitheater, a bird blind, and a series of bat boxes. Sue also recruited dozens of volunteers for monthly work parties
to remove invasive ivy, blackberry and laurel, which were replaced
with native trees and shrubs. The outdoor classroom was ready for
the entire school to use in March 2014. For more information on
conservation practices, email [email protected]. – Photo:
The Kristoferson family of five siblings received the WACD Wildlife Farm
of the Year award in early December for their efforts to protect and enhance habitat on their Camano Island heritage farm.
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mlk trivia:
Martin Luther
King, Jr. was
born on January
15, 1929, in
Atlanta, Georgia.
He was the son
of the Reverend
Martin Luther
King, Sr. and
Alberta Williams
King. King
married Coretta
Scott, on June
18, 1953, on the
lawn of her parents’ house in
her hometown
of Heiberger,
Alabama. King
and Scott had
four children;
Yolanda King,
Martin Luther
King III, Dexter
Scott King, and
Bernice King.
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local family needs help
As a close-knit family, the Johnston clan was excited to be celebrating Christmas all together for the first time in 13 years. Three of us
were flying in from California for 3 whirlwind days of Christmas jubilation. On Thursday, December 18, as flights were arriving at SeaTac, my brother Gregory Johnston was taken to the ER for what we
thought at the time was a blood clot in his leg. Pending some test
results, he would join us on Friday just in time to open presents with
his 4 nieces and nephews. On Friday, as our family should have been
celebrating a long-await gathering, we got the news that Greg has
leukemia. We took turns in the hospital as the blood clots, caused
by the leukemia, got worse. Sunday morning, as our siblings prepared to fly home, we got a phone call that devastated us: come
say good-bye. In a blind rush, we hurried to the hospital. The clots
were filling his lungs. His vitals were not good. The doctors decided
to do a risky procedure. They cut into his chest to place a filter in his
artery to stop more clots from getting into his lungs; they couldn’t
risk taking him off the blood thinners to do this, so they did the
procedure at the risk that he could bleed out. His nurse explained
that Greg’s situation was precarious. While it was possible he may
make it, no one had seen anyone recover from such a bad situation
before. We kept vigil all day, rotating to stay by his side in groups
of 2 and 3, the rest of us taking up residence in the lobby. Sunday
evening, as his beloved Seahawks played the Cardinals, the children
came to see him one last time (he can’t have visitors under 12), and
the doctors started chemo. But Christmas miracles happen, and my
brother is a fighter, and so, by the end of the day on Monday, he was
finally breathing better as the blood thinners worked to disolve the
clots. They moved him to the Critical Care Unit, and slowly, slowly,
he improved. Today Greg is in the oncology unit. He is still on blood
thinners, but otherwise, he is now focused on battling the leukemia.
The type he has is known to be aggressive and fast, so the doctors
are being aggressive as well. The doctors anticipate Greg will be in
the hospital at least 6 weeks. He will be out of work for much, much
longer than that. Of course, it’s the end of the year, so we are just
days away from a new year’s worth of deductibles, copays, and coinsurance. At home, his bills continue to stack up. As a family, we
are doing everything we can, but we are richer in love than money. I
am asking for your donations to help Greg with his expenses during
this crisis. Many have asked what they can do to help, and this is it,
friends. Please donate now so that Gregory can continue to have
the treatment he needs, because we still need him. Greg’s Leukemia
Fund. www.gofundme.com/helpgregjohnston.
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Community
Information
HELP KEEP CAMANO’S TRAILS CLEAR –
TAKE A WALK
mlk
quote:
“A nation that
continues
year after
year to spend
more money
on military
defense than
on programs
of social uplift
is approaching
spiritual death”
Since the monstrous wind storm that caused the power outage
Friends of Camano Island Parks (FOCIP) Trail Stewards have been
out on the trails clearing twigs, branches, and fallen trees from
the miles of trails on the Island. The trails are looking good again.
The Stewards gladly do this kind of major clearing. YOU can help
with the regular clearing by doing something simple and enjoyable—walk a trail. Your footsteps keep the pathways compacted,
preventing plants from taking over the trail. Need to know where
to find a trail? FOCIP has Trail Books with maps and descriptions of
all our Island’s trails. They are available at Terry’s Corner Chamber
office, Cama Beach and Elger Bay Stores or contact Tom at focip.
[email protected] or 387-4000. Better yet, join FOCIP and we will
give you two Trail Books. Contact Tom about that too. Thanks for
you help. FOCIP Trail Stewards. – Photo: Fallen alder on walkway
that crosses a wet area, Cranberry Lake Trail, Cama Beach State Park.
Photo by Carl Johansen.
– Martin Luther
King Jr. (in a
protest of the
Vietnam War in
1967)
Dock Found
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Spotted approximately one mile north of Pebble Beach area.
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Camano Community Spirit and Kind Collaboration Saves the Schoolhouse
At 9 AM on December 6, the Historic Camano City Schoolhouse was
cold, dark and fogbound Chilly and damp .. Chuck Durland and Jim
Turk of Camano SH Foundation hauled some space heaters into the
105 year old classroom and prayed for uninterrupted power and
enuf heat to warm the Camano Celtic. And it was far too cold for a
delicate violin. At 9:30, Don Hopkins, roused from sleep said, “Sure
I’ll check it out, and call you back”. My cell phone rang at 10:30, to
good news: “Hey Jim, my friend, Dan Wickstrom has a generator ..
He’ll haul it to schoolhouse and do the hookup. Should be plenty
of power for all appliances, Celtic keyboard, and warmth for violin
.. And it came to pass .. That many gathered, savored the sounds,
joined in the holiday carols, munched on home-baked goodies ..
And declared it a Super Saturday at the Schoolhouse. The music and
songs were magical .. and lusty and lyrical .. Flute was eloquently
melodic .. Violin was vibrant .. auto harp was harmony harmonious.
All Hail to Holiday Heroes who saved the day for CSF.
mlk trivia:
Martin Luther
King Jr. sang
with his
church choir at
the 1939
Atlanta
premiere of the
movie “Gone
with the Wind.”
Students from NW School of Martial Arts
donate 100 pounds of food to Stanwood
Camano Food Bank!
Students also helped a local church fill baskets of food for families in
need. School owner Doris Eastbury believes that, “As martial artists,
we want to make the world a better place by serving others. Our
annual donation drives are a great way for our kids to help make
a difference.” NW School of Martial Arts donates a portion of their
proceeds to Bikes for Books, and as a part of their annual summer
camp, collected school supplies for the Caring Place.
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Mike Rossner: Rest in Peace, Rise in Glory
look for us
online at
www.TheCrab
Cracker.com
or on
Facebook.
Download
current or past
editions.
One of God’s saints, a faithful, long standing member of St Aidan’s,
Mike Rossner, has gone from service in this life to life eternal. Last
Thursday evening, December 11th, Mike was in a car accident that
took his life. Mike was a wonderful blessing to this church and to everyone who knew him. He was gifted by God with a face and smile
and heart that was a source of joy for many, especially for me in my
first four months at St Aidan’s. There’s no doubt Mike had a big heart,
but not everyone knew that Mike had an actual heart twice the normal size. Though he struggled with it, even to the point of almost
dying once, you wouldn’t know because he was always cheerful
and faithfully carried on no matter what. Several times he expressed
to me an abiding sense of God’s loving care for him and knowledge
that his time in this life was given to him for a reason. Now his time
has been fulfilled and God has called him home. He will be missed
by many, especially by his wife Barb and his son Ben, by St Aidan’s
Church, his Tuesday Bible study, of which he was a dedicated member, and by his friends at Citizens On Patrol. A memorial service to
give thanks for Mike’s life and commend him to God’s care will be
held at St Aidan’s Church on Tuesday, January 27th at 3:00pm. A
reception in the Red Room will follow the service. Peace and blessings, Drew+. “May Mike’s soul and souls of all the departed, through
the mercy of God, rest in peace.” “Into paradise may the angels lead
you. At your coming may the martyrs receive you, and bring you
into the holy city Jerusalem.” The Book of Common Prayer.
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cooking
mamas
Rosemary Freezer Rolls
Fresh baked dinner rolls topped with melted butter, fresh rosemary,
and sea salt. It’s that simple! The hardest part is waiting for them to
rise!
Recipes by
Cooking Mamas
created by
Dusty HutchinsMcNutt.
“Great recipes
begin in Mama’s
Kitchen!”
Visit me at:
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com
INGREDIENTS: 15 frozen Rhodes white dinner rolls • 1/4 c. melted
butter • Coarsely chopped fresh rosemary for sprinkling • Coarse
sea salt for sprinkling
DIRECTIONS: 1. Place the frozen dinner rolls in a large 10-12-inch
lightly buttered cast iron skillet, allowing some space between
the rolls. Cover with a tea towel or dish cloth and set aside in a
warm place to rise for at least 2 to 2 1/2 hours. 2. When risen, the
rolls should be puffy and soft. Gently brush melted butter onto
the rolls. Sprinkle the rolls with rosemary and sea salt. 3. Bake at
400 degrees for 15 to 18 minutes, until nice and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan. Serve warm
with a pat of butter.
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White Bean Soup with Bacon
A delicious broth soup, full of creamy white beans, smoky bacon and
fresh herbs. High in fiber and BIG on taste! There’s something so satisfying about a bowl of homemade soup. Serve dinner rolls and a fresh
green salad.
Recipes by
Cooking Mamas
created by
Dusty HutchinsMcNutt.
“Great recipes
begin in Mama’s
Kitchen!”
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INGREDIENTS: 1 1/4 lb. thick-sliced bacon, cut crosswise into 1/4inch strips • 2 T. extra-virgin olive oil • 1 onion, finely chopped • 1
lg. carrot, finely diced • 2 celery ribs, finely diced • 4 garlic cloves,
minced • 1 fresh bay leaf • 2 tsp. fresh chopped thyme • 2 tsp. fresh
chopped rosemary • 1 lb. Great Northern beans, soaked overnight
and drained • 10 c. chicken stock • Salt and freshly ground pepper
DIRECTIONS: 1. In a large soup pot, cook the bacon over moderate
heat, stirring, until browned and crisp, about 7 minutes. Drain, reserving the fat and bacon separately. 2. Heat the olive oil in the soup
pot. Add the onion, carrot and celery and cook over medium heat,
stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 8 minutes. Stir in the garlic, bay leaf and 1 teaspoon each of the chopped
thyme and rosemary and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add
the drained beans, stock and 3 tablespoons of the reserved bacon
fat and bring to a boil. Simmer the soup over moderately low heat
until the beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours. 3. Discard the bay
leaf and stir in the remaining thyme and rosemary. Season the soup
with salt and pepper and transfer to shallow bowls. Garnish the
soup with the bacon and serve. Serves 1. Cook’s Note: You could
use canned white beans, if you’re short on time.
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PHOTOS FROM
your friends
“Here are some of this year’s polar plungers, on the far left
Peggy Wendel, next to her is Chris & Cynthia Tuohy owners of
FORTE: Music Dance Art & sponsors of the fifth annual polar
plunge. Second to the far right is Dena Marie and a number of
first time plungers joined the on the chilly fun. Everyone was
treated to hot spiced apple cider and tasty chili, compliments of
Bonney and Jeff Lemkin to warm them up! The Camano Center’s
New Years Eve Black & White Ball featuring the 16 piece Camano Junction Big Band was sold out & a great success! Camano
Junction sounded better than ever. Chris Tuohy hosted the event
and manages and directs the Camano Junction Big Band.
winter
health tip:
When winter
storms strike,
stay indoors and
keep warm and
dry. Avoid overexertion. Your
heart is already
working hard
in the cold to
keep your body
warm.
Happy 45th Birthday triplets Jim, Don & Lance Shipley.
Jim is the co-owner of The Crab Cracker and lives on Camano.
Don, a minister, lives in Shelton. Lance is a school counselor
in Portland, OR.
Ford Giesbrecht's
First CD "Phat Cat"
Release Party!
Jan 17th • 1-4pm at Dos Reales Mexican Restaurant,
9730 SR Hwy 32, Stanwood, WA 98292
Present this coupon for complimentary taco bar
and refreshing beverage. For more info call or email
[email protected] • 350-631-0661
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THE COW
TIPPER
“crab cracker” companion magazine for
the arlington area
fact
About 70%
of winter
storm related
deaths occur in
automobiles.
The rest are
primarily due
to heart attacks
from over exertions or from
hypothermia.
Walking Cat Design, the creator of “The Crab Cracker”, has recently
produced and published a “Crab Cracker” magazine in Arlington
and Smokey Point, called “The Cow Tipper.” It is essentially the
same as The Crab Cracker, but suited to the Arlington and Smokey
Point communities. Within the magazine, there are local events,
stories, articles, etc., some of which differ from the content of The
Crab Cracker. If you would like to advertise and reach customers
in that area, please contact us at [email protected]
or the [email protected]. The Cow Tipper website is
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local poems
& Stories
The red road
By Linda Del Negro
The Lady of Madrona
She walks the red road often daily to the water
in soft skin from age thinning
on old feet without slippers
She climbs the Madrona tree,
tells stories on narrow limbs knotted red
where she bleeds from old feet
without slippers walking.
Old age
By Mary Ann Wells
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Thanks to
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My engine is going strong
The rst of me is chugging along
All body parts are here, last I checked
Some bones and joints are pretty wrecked!
Thankful for family and friends
They bless my life until it ends
And when I’m 80, I’m not going yet!
Still a kick in this old gal you bet!
And though I haven’t found anywhere
I keep on looking for a millionaire!
January
By Mary Ann Wells
January dreams its heart in snow
Twirling, swirling, off the flakes go
Powdering the earth in white
On this sparkling winter’s night.
Appraisals In Person
“Call Randy before you get robbed.”
“I have worked with hundreds of you in
Stanwood for jewelry appraisals & estate jewelry
buys. Peggy McNeil, at Storage Treasures, is
hosting a gold & silver-buying clinic where I
will be buying jewelry & coins, offering free
appraisal advice & making appointments.
See you there” – Randy Caverly
CERTIFIED SINCE 1979
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Gold & Silver Buying Clinic
January 16 at New & Used Storage Treasures, in the
Viking Village, Stanwood. Details at Storage Treasures or
call Randy at 360-280-5094
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local poems
& Stories
Winter snow
By Mary Ann Wells
Trees draped in the soft glow
Of winter sparkle
Like diamonds
As a snowman
Dressed in a tophat
Stands guard.
winter home
By Mary Ann Wells
The creek has frozen over
The tree branches are bare
Two der frolic in the white snow
As they spot a lost hare.
Each animal runs off to find
Itself a home,
Until the warmth of Spring
Inspires them to roam.
Winter
By Mary Ann
Wells
Winter, the
time for woody
smoke, the barren branches of
oaks, white is
snow for miles
around. Winterquiet sounds
on the frozen
ground.
Schedule of Events
January 11:
January 17:
January 21:
February 14:
Occupation: Domestic Goddess /
Homemaker / Housewife
By Mary Ann Wells
My mother wanted me to be a hairdresser. Used to go to the
neighbor and she wanted me to pinciurl her hair. Mom paid for
piano lessons once a week. 15 cents in those days. Wonder what it
is now? When one winter, ice was all around the house. Mom got
us ice skates and wouldn’t it be neat to have twin skaters, she said?
Anyway, to make a long story short, I met the love of my life and
got married, and before longs started a family.
A Place For All Your “Celebrations!”
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TIDE TABLES
Tides for SARATOGA PASSAGE / GREENBANK (JANUARY 9-22, 2015)
Day
High
/Low
Tide
Time
Height
Feet
Day
High
/Low
Tide
Time
Height
Feet
KING TIDES!
This is a message from Jeff Wheeler, ranger at Cama Beach State Park: “Well, we survived the
first round of king tides this winter, we had water over the boat launch but not over the sea
wall (thanks to CISP staff for having signs ready at Lowell Point). There are two more series
of king tides coming…”
January 20
January 22
January 24
January 26
February 18
February 20
February 22
12.2
12.9
13.1
12.6
12.1
12.7
12.7
5:15am
6:28am
7:47am
9:14am
4:39am
5:50am
7:07am
January 21
January 23
January 25
January 27
February 19
February 21
February 23
12.6
13.1
12.9
12.1
12.5
12.8
12.4
5:51am
7:07am
8:29am
10:02am
5:14am
6:28am
7:49am
“If you look at the tides for the 23rd and 24th of January you will notice a couple of 13.1s.
That puts the level of Saratoga Passage about 10 inches from the top of the sea wall and
above the boat ramp. If we have 10+mph winds from any direction that does not have an E
in the direction (like SE or NE or E) we will have flooding.”
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$309,9000
Spectacular home in gated Camaloch Golf Course on Camano
with 2 master suites. Gorgeous westerly golf and territorial
views. Hardwoods, Quartz counters, pendant lighting. Big
corner lot with beautiful established landscaping. Golf, pools,
clubhouse and more. Move-in ready. #680576
CAMALOCH
$339,000
New, upscale rambler with 2 bedrooms and an office/den on
Camano Island. Open living space, modern kitchen with
eating space, extra-large windows and hardwood floors.
Heated floors in the master bath. Gated golf community has a
pool, lake, clubhouse and much more to offer. #725575
COUNTRY CLUB
$369,000
New construction on Camano completed and ready to
move-in to! Open floor plan with large windows, 2 bedrooms,
den/office plus extra finished room, warm finishes and SS
appliances. Views of Mt Baker and Port Susan. Large deck and
close proximity to beach access. Owner/agent. #721163
CAVALERO
$349,000
Incredible views of the Cascades and Port Susan from this
large daylight rambler on Camano Island. High end upgrades
and materials throughout. Main floor master with 2 extra
bedrooms on the lower level. Terraced yard for easy care and
huge deck. #677692
RECENTLY SOLD HOMES
List Price: $1,100,000 Sold Price: $1,025,000
Days On Market: 1161
1387 Arrowhead Road, Camano Island
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Camano Island
(Country Club)
1283 Elger Bay Rd
360/387-3411
64
Stanwood
(near Bartell)
7359 267th St NW
360/629-8233
List Price: $1,200,000 Sold Price: $975,000
Days On Market: 161
29127 40th Avenue, Stanwood
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Camano Island
(Terry’s Corner)
818 N Sunrise Blvd
360/387-4663
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