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Fall Bazaars Make a And Difference By John Burks Events Kettle’s Edge Farm Owner and Chair of Whidbey Island Grown Steering Committee WHIDBEY ISLAND GROWN: local artisans under the category of “Locally LOCAL BUSINESSES AND SUPPORT- Made.” You can find businesses that host ERS WORKING TOGETHER – events, event planners and caterers under the category of “Caterers and Venues;” lodging MAKING A DIFFERENCE establishments where guests can experience Fall is rapidly approaching with its early our rural lifestyle are listed under “Lodg- morning marine fog, cooler daytime ing;” local markets that feature uniquely temperatures and hopefully, much needed Whidbey products and places to find local rainfall. Summer on Whidbey always seems farm products appear under the category to pass so quickly with weekly activities up “Markets and Farm Stands.” Our “sup- and down the island for us to enjoy. In a few porters” are individuals and businesses that Saturday weeks, you will begin to see banners promot- believe in Whidbey Island Grown’s mission to COUPEVILLE ing Whidbey Island Grown Week. This will strengthen our local economy while preserv- September 21 be the third annual running for this event, in ing our rural environment and lifestyle. As an which Whidbey Island Grown members band organization, we believe that “Together We together to promote their businesses and Are Stronger.” FARMERS celebrate the coming of fall. 10am-2pm You might ask yourself – “How does an What exactly is Whidbey Island Grown? It event planner fit into the organization ‘Whid- is an island-wide collaborative of people bey Island Grown?’“ It is not an obvious On the Green and businesses that work together to bring MARKET connection until you actually work with a consumers the finest locally grown and local event planner who is a member of the locally produced food, products, services and organization and learn about their com- Fall experiences. Our members are dedicated to mitment to source as much of the material providing these goods and services for island and services that go into the execution of visitors and residents while preserving a sus- the event from local producers and service tainable rural lifestyle. We recognize Whidbey Bounty providers. The event planner will use a local is a unique environment that residents and caterer who procures food and beverages visitors alike cherish for its scenic beauty and from local farms, local wineries, distillery rural character, and a critical piece of that GROWING SINCE 1979 Aplenty or brewery. The planner will secure a local rural character are the local farms that dot venue to host the event and use a local rental the landscape up and down the island. agency to supply necessary equipment. Thus, The history of farming on Whidbey Island local businesses benefit as a result of the dates to its earliest settlers and a number of event planner’s conscious decision to use our current farms have passed down through local products and services. four and five generations of family members. We are very fortunate to have this number Our lodging establishment members not only of ongoing family farms in our midst and are provide guests with the opportunity to expe- PUMPKIN FESTIVAL also the beneficiary of a surge in younger rience our rural environment, but they also farmers who have discovered Whidbey for its encourage their guests to visit our member temperate growing climate and rural lifestyle restaurants, wineries, distilleries, breweries, FREE character. Our island farmers are producing a galleries, shops and markets. B&B’s often Saturday, use ingredients from our local farms and Saturday, September 28 • 10am-4pm diversity of agricultural products and making September 21 them available to us through our local farm- bakeries in the breakfast meal provided to Skagit River Park ers markets, on-site farm stands and several their guests. Lodging establishments that 1100 S. Skagit Street, Burlington 9am - 4pm of our local grocery market outlets. You will have kitchen facilities provide listings of local Sponsored by also find many of our local farms listed as farmers markets and farm stands to their City of Burlington Parks & Recreation suppliers to area restaurants which feature guests so they can enjoy the experience of 360-755-9649 locally sourced ingredients in their menus. searching out local farm products to be used burlingtonwa.gov/pumpkinpitch in preparation of in-house meals. This connection between local farmers and chefs illustrates how members of Whidbey So, when you see the Whidbey Island Grown Pumpkin Pitch Island Grown are working together to grow logo displayed on a shopfront window or at Public Viewing in Pit a strong local economy. If you visit the a farmer’s booth in one of our local farmers 10am-11:15am Whidbey Island Grown website at www. markets, check out what they have to offer Opening Ceremonies WhidbeyIslandGrown.com, you will see our and support these local businesses. They are & Pitch 11:30am 15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon, WA www.christiansonsnursery.com committed to bringing you the finest locally Accuracy and Distance membership is divided into seven different Competitions Noon categories. In addition to local farms, our grown and locally produced food, products, Featured Event: membership includes local restaurants, services and experiences while preserving our Free Kids Zone GIANT PUMPKIN WEIGH-OFF wineries, distilleries and breweries under the wonderful island’s rural landscape and rural Pumpkin Painting Over $3000 in cash prizes! category of “Dining and Libations” and lifestyle. Activity Booths Voted one of the most improved Pony Rides, Bouncy Houses Weigh-off sites in the world Climbing Wall ANACORTES BREWERY Zucchini Car Races BEER GARDEN Sponsored by and benefits Food Vendors La Conner Library Foundation Food, Coffee, Snacks NEW A-MAZE-ING HAY MAZE Spend The Weekend WITH MOUNT VERNON’S Lodging Information visitburlingtonwa.com CAMP KOREY THE BAT LADY FREE WAGON RIDES CARNIVAL GAMES TO AND FROM PONY RIDES PARKING LOT FACE PAINTING NO PARKING FEES

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Instead, given their youth, I shall get both of ON TRACK them a protractor. with Jim Freeman Contractors are too expensive. Introducing Your Donations If you are reading Some of what I learned from my postcard Are Always this issue on our Skyway Security box, ISBN # 978-1-60774-981-3, published Needed and publication date of in the United States by Clarkson/Potter Pub- 09/19/19, you are Insurance North Appreciated! lishers, an imprint of the Crown Publishing making history. Group, a division of Penguin Random House We provide Auto, Home, This is the only LLC, New York, follows: Thursday in our lives Umbrella & Boat Insurance for NORTH Jane Goodall, primatologist, ethologist, and with this exact date. anthropologist: A U.N. Messenger of Peace, families on Whidbey Island WHIDBEY If you are reading Goodall is considered the world’s foremost this issue on a expert on chimpanzees. HELP different date, you are still part of history, “Only when our clever brain and our human but not as old. heart work together can we reach our full HOUSE We here at Whidbey Weekly appreciate your potential.” being part of our history as we try to live in Katherine Johnson, physicist and mathe- the present. matician: Imagine the work assignment to calculate the flight path for the first manned Postcard power Zach Hale • 206-232-7355 Ext 3 mission to the Moon. Not only did scien- Your Community Food Bank Since 1977 Being an appreciator of sending postcards, tist Johnson do that, she won the NASA [email protected] which to me seem like the original slow 1091 SE Hathaway St • Oak Harbor Lunar Orbiter Award and the NASA Special moving tweets, texts or Instagrams, I must Achievement Award while working on Mer- confess. cury missions, space shuttles, and the plans I got this postcard bug from Mom. for the mission to Mars. PHONE: 360-682-2341 FAX: 360-682-2344 “[The other women] didn’t ask questions or Mom loved sending postcards. It meant we TABLE OF CONTENTS take the task any further. I asked questions. had gone somewhere other than the gro- I wanted to know why. They got used to me cery store, the shoe store, or the drug store. Whidbey Weekly asking questions and being the only woman LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED Whenever we traveled from Ohio to Missis- there.” sippi to see Mom’s kin, or from Pennsylva- Mamie Phipps Clark, psychologist and nia to Missouri to see Dad’s kin, postcards 1131 SE ELY STREET | PO BOX 1098 | OAK HARBOR, WASHINGTON 98277 civil rights activist: Clark’s work won the would be part of the miles. Mom wrote Supreme Court case Brown vs. Board of Publisher...... Eric Marshall Contributing Writers them and addressed them on her make-up Jim Freeman Editor...... Kathy Reed kit, straddled on her lap. Education; her doll test and coloring test Wesley Hallock proved segregation hurts children. Marketing Representatives...... Penny Hill, Noah Marshall Kae Harris Back in the fifties, every place we went “I began to think that a crucial part of chil- Graphic Design...... Teresa Besaw Tracy Loescher seemed to sell postcards. Gas stations, Kathy Reed dren’s lives, no matter what happens, has to Production Manager...... TJ Pierzchala restaurants, drug stores. I learned to twirl be a degree of security and acceptance.” Carey Ross postcard racks at an early age. Given my Circulation Manager...... Noah Marshall Kacie Jo Voeller Hypatia, astronomer, mathematician, and youth, I was always proud of myself that I Volume 11, Issue 38 | © MMXIX Whidbey Weekly philosopher: Hypatia was one of the first knew where I had started twirling. What PUBLISHED and distributed every week. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the written consent of the publisher. The Whidbey Weekly goes around, does come around. recorded women to study and teach math; cannot be held responsible for the quality of goods or services supplied by advertisers in this publication. Articles, unless otherwise stated, are by contribution she has become a symbol for enlightenment and therefore the Whidbey Weekly is not in a position to validate any comments, recommendations or suggestions made in these articles. Submitted I have always learned visually. If I asked editorial is NOT guaranteed to be published. and feminism; Hypatia was an expert in DEADLINES: The Whidbey Weekly is a submission based editorial with contributing writers. Please feel free to submit any information (please limit to 200 the store clerk where the postcards were, philosophy, astronomy, and mathematics. words) that you would like to share with the Whidbey Weekly. You may submit by email to [email protected], by fax to (360)682-2344 or by postal I might get lost with the memory lapse of From The Suda Lexicon–“In speech articu- mail to PO Box 1098, Oak Harbor, WA 98277. Submitted editorial is NOT guaranteed to be published. Deadline for all submissions is one week prior to issue date. For more information, please visit www.whidbeyweekly.com. audio instruction. late and logical, in her actions prudent and If the clerk drew me a map, I could find the public-spirited...the city gave her suitable postcards, often right by the door. welcome and accorded her special respect.” What a quick learner I was. Maria Goeppert-Mayer, theoretical phys- icist: This scientist won the Nobel Prize in Local postcards were the best, with pictures physics, proved the nuclear shell model for of cactus and jackalopes in Arizona, or base- atoms, and gave us a better understanding ball stadiums in St. Louis and Chicago, or of isotopes. in Memphis, with postcards of distant shots “When you love science, all you really want of Graceland through the fence. I just knew is to keep working.” Elvis was in there somewhere. Marjory Stoneman Douglas, writer and While postcards of gardens surrounding the conservationist: Founder of the Friends of replica of the Parthenon in Nashville were the Everglades, Douglas was a suffragist and big sellers for adults, I always preferred the advocate for civil rights, and gave us new postcards with the southern belles beneath insights into the ecosystems of wetlands the magnolia trees. Talk about lipstick. helping her establish Everglades National The other day I Binged “cheap postcards” in Park. the search bar. “I’d like to hear less talk about men and I try not to Google. It often makes me gag if women and more talk about citizens.” I giggle on Google. Rosalyn Yalow, medical physicist: This I Bing for safety reasons. incredible scientist developed the RIA tech- nique to measure hormones in the body, There were many choices listed, but my won the 1977 Nobel Prize in physiology or cataract free eyes caught the ad for Women medicine, and gave us a better understand- in Science, 100 Postcards, 20 bucks. ing of diabetes. Are you kidding me? “We must believe in ourselves or no one else will believe in us. We must match our A postcard for a dime? Was it still 1955? aspirations with the competence, courage, I clicked my mouse to discover these 100 and determination to succeed.” postcards honor “fifty fearless pioneers who changed the world.” The women of Whidbey remind me of these great women of science. Other than the names of Marie Curie, Jane Goodall, and Rachel Carson, I had never The women of Whidbey wow all year long. heard or read of the other 47 scientists. Look at the leadership of our nonprofits. The first female scientist I ever met, Rachel Look at the leadership and work force in our Kizer, was teaching science at Langley county government. Look at the bulk of our Middle School when I moved to Whidbey in volunteers in any area of endeavor. 1983. Please rise. The Women of Whidbey are I recall only one girl in any of my college running the Rock, serving the Rock, and science classes. She wore Estée Lauder per- improving the Rock. fume. Who needs a Bunsen burner? 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Thank you for reading! Please recycle the Whidbey Weekly when you are finished with it. 4 www.whidbeyweekly.com SEPTEMBER 19 - SEPTEMBER 25, 2019 Whidbey Weekly LOCALLY OWNED LOCALLY OPERATED Can “AI” Bits & Pieces Help You is evocative, offering us all a chance to take a chance to place a winning bid for Seahawks step back from our perpetually busy lives and tickets for their game against the Arizona Become a let our minds adventurously wander. Cardinals Saturday, Dec. 22. Tickets are seated George Winston’s classic albums, Autumn and in section 343, row K, seats 1 and 2. Minimum December, are perennial favorites, along with bid starts at $225 and the tickets are valued at Better Winter into Spring, Summer, 2017s Spring $462.50. Carousel – A Cancer Research Benefit, as well From now until Oct. 11, stop by Koetje Rent- as two volumes of the compositions of Vince als at 471 SE Pioneer Way (Monday throug Investor? Guaraldi, two volumes of benefit albums Friday) to place your sealed bid (minimum bid For the past several years, artificial for the Gulf Coast disasters, and six other $225) for your chance to win these awesome intelligence – or AI – has increasingly found a solo piano albums. He released his 15th solo place in many walks of life. Almost certainly, Lady Washington Sails into tickets. The bidder with the highest bid wins you use some form of AI, whether it’s your time Langley piano album, Restless Wind, via Dancing Cat and will be notified by Oct. 16. Proceeds from on social media, your use of mobile banking, Records/RCA Records May 3, 2019. The album the winning bid will go to help WAIF shelter the navigation system you rely on for directions, track “Autumn Wind (Pixie #11),” is influ- animals. or any of the many other AI-driven applications enced by New Orleans pianist James Booker, relevant to your daily life. But AI has also Coldwell Banker Koetje is also hosting a pet who has long-served as a musical muse for become a significant part of the financial supply drive for WAIF, which is in need of wet Winston. services industry. So, you might wonder if AI dog and cat food, dog and cat toys, blankets, can help you become a better investor. By virtue of his brilliance as one of the fore- and towels. To begin with, what is AI? Essentially, it’s the most instrumental composers of our time, ability of a computer program or machine to [Submitted by Cinnamon Hudgins, WAIF] Restless Wind presents a stunning journey think or learn. Using complex algorithms (a set documenting George Winston’s sociologi- Volunteer Opportunities at of rules, or steps), computers and machines can cal observations in American history. Winston Langley Whale Center mimic many of the thought processes of human repurposes for the modern listener stunningly beings. Are you concerned about the decline of the But how can you use AI to invest? And relevant works by musical greats such as Sam critically endangered Southern Resident Orcas? should you? Lady Washington, the official tall ship of Wash- Cooke, The Doors, Stephen Stills, George and Would you like to learn more about local In the financial services world, many compa- ington State, will visit Langley and offer vessel Ira Gershwin, Country Joe McDonald, and Orcas, Gray and Humpback whale populations nies use AI to select investments for specific tours at the dock, Evening Sails, and Adven- others. Restless Wind captures Winston’s inim- and other marine mammals? funds. On an individual level, you can work ture Sails today through Sunday. itable melodic language where piano textures with an AI-powered “robo-advisor” to build an Launched March 7, 1989 as part of Washing- and tones set the stage for vivid renderings of This is a great time to get involved, as the investment portfolio. These robo-advisors are typically quite affordable, and they generally ton’s centennial celebration, the Lady Wash- classic compositions. Southern Residents frequent our area each fall and Langley Whale Center has scheduled follow proven investment principles, such as ington was built in Aberdeen, Wash. by Grays Winston says, “Ultimately, the main reason a volunteer training day for Saturday, Oct. 12. diversification, in making recommendations. Harbor Historical Seaport, a nonprofit public these 11 songs were chosen was how as Yet, you are more than just the sum of your You will learn about our local whales, Orca development authority. The new Lady Wash- instrumental pieces they worked well with answers to a robo-advisor’s online question- Network and its various programs - Whale ington is a full-scale replica of the original. The each other in this sequence, the same way I naire. Investing is a highly personal matter, Sighting Network, Marine Mammal Strand- modern Lady Washington, constructed as a have worked for all the albums I’ve recorded.” which means that, in the following areas, you ing Network - education and events. These may well benefit from some human intelligence brig, was thoroughly researched by historians George has requested to support our local programs are great for those who want to – and empathy: and traditionally constructed by skilled ship- food bank, Good Cheer, by bringing a dona- volunteer occasionally. • Understanding of your risk tolerance – A wrights. tion of canned food to the concert. WICA will robo-advisor will ask you to identify your Volunteer Docents at the Langley Whale have collection baskets in the WICA lobby. tolerance for risk – low, medium, high – and In 1787, after the Revolutionary War, the orig- Center greet and count visitors, explain educa- will plug in your answers when constructing a inal Lady Washington was given a major refit Commencing March 21, George Winston tional displays and help with gift shop sales. portfolio. But only a human financial advisor – to prepare her for an unprecedented trad- embarked on a U.S. tour to celebrate the Most volunteers serve six to twelve hours a someone who truly knows you, your personali- ing voyage around Cape Horn. In 1788, she release of Restless Wind throughout the East month and enjoy connecting with people ty, your family situation and your hopes for the future – can know how your sensitivity to risk became the first American vessel to make Coast, West Coast, and Midwest. George’s in the community, from around the coun- landfall on the west coast of North America. stop on Whidbey Island has become a favorite might cause you to react to events such as try and the world, while making a huge sudden market declines. Armed with this for locals and beyond. A pioneer in Pan-Pacific trade, she was the first impact through raising awareness about the knowledge, a financial advisor can talk through American ship to visit Honolulu and Japan, Tickets at wicaonline.org or call the WICA Box whales and the importance of providing them your options to help keep you on the road opening the black pearl and sandalwood trade Office at 360-221-8268. healthy and safe habitats. The Langley Whale toward your goals. • Answers to qualitative questions – A between Hawaii and Asia when King Kame- [Submitted by Jeanne Juneau, WICA Market- Center and all Orca Network programs are currently accepting volunteer applications. The robo-advi sor can provide you with many key hameha became a partner in the ship. ing Director] data points – rates of return, projections of more you learn, the more you will become future accumulations, etc. But so can a personal Over the years, Lady Washington has appeared Remembering Those Forgotten connected to the amazing creatures who in several motion pictures and television financial advisor, who can also go beyond the in Our Community frequent the waters near Whidbey Island and numbers to help you answer qualitative, subjec- shows, including Pirates of the Caribbean: The When someone passes away in Island County in Puget Sound. All ages are welcome to join. tive questions: How can I save for college for Curse of the Black Pearl, Star Trek: Genera- my children and my own retirement at the same without family to claim them, the Island The Langley Whale Center is a project of Orca tions, Once Upon A Time, and Revolution. County Coroner steps in to take care of those time? If I change jobs, should I leave my 401(k) Network, a nonprofit organization that has in my former employer’s plan, move it to my Sailing guests will embark on sailing experi- individuals. For years, the cremated remains been on Whidbey Island for 20 years. The new employer’s plan or roll it over to an IRA? ences as it was done for hundreds of years. of the deceased have been brought to Maple Langley Whale Center is the organization’s What’s the best way to guard my financial Join in a sea shanty, enjoy breathtaking views, Leaf Cemetery, where they are placed in an public connection and greeted over 10,000 independence if I ever need some type of and meet the modern day crew. unmarked grave. visitors this summer. The Langley Whale Center long-term care, such as an extended stay in a nursing home? Currently in this grave there are 108 individ- is open Thursdays through Mondays, 11:00am A ticket is required for all passengers, includ- • Guidance for the “big picture” – Your until 5:00pm. Volunteer docents work in teams ing babies. Children 12 and under must be uals from all walks of life who range in age investments are important, but they’re also accompanied by an adult. Refreshments are from stillborn to 90 years old. Their date of of two and new volunteers will work with connected to other areas of your life, including not provided, but you are welcome to bring passing ranges from the early 1960s to today. experienced volunteers. If you can’t attend your taxes and your estate plans. And while a your own (no glass, please). Accessibility is They are placed in this grave with no services the volunteer training day, on the job training financial advisor might not provide you with tax or legal advice, he or she may be able to connect addressed on a case-by-case basis. Book tick- or remembrance of any kind. Everyone means is available. Contact Whale Center Manager Wendy Sines at [email protected], or you to other, appropriate professionals, and ets at: www.historicalseaport.org/public-tours- something to someone and for these individ- uals to not even have their names on a grave stop by the Center at 105 Anthes Ave, Lang- work with them to help you put together your sails/sailing-schedule/langley-washington/ “big picture.” That’s not something a typical marker is a loss to us all. They are a part of our ley, Wash. and pick up a volunteer application. [Submitted by Inge Morascini, Executive Direc- robo-advisor is equipped to do. community. [Submitted by Wendy Sines] Artificial intelligence will support many of tor, Langley Chamber of Commerce] your activities throughout your life. But when it Seeing the need to remember, the four Rotary Application Open for Valerie George Winston Performs at Clubs of Whidbey Island: Oak Harbor, North comes to investing, a personal touch may never Sivinski Fund Historic become obsolete. WICA, an Evening of Solo Piano Whidbey Island Sunrise, South Whidbey, and Whidbey Westside, have come together to Preservation Grants Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA) is This article was written by Edward Jones for use create a monument for those who have been The Valerie Sivinski Fund is an annual program by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. proud to present George Winston Wednesday, forgotten. This monument will include the of the Washington Trust for Historic Preserva- Sept. 25, at 7:30pm. George Winston returns names of those who are buried there with tion that provides grants of up to $2,000 to Jeffery C. Pleet, to Whidbey Island to play old favorites and space provided for those without family yet to organizations engaged in historic preserva- CLU®, ChFC® new music recorded in early 2019. Winston, come. tion around Washington State. The goal of the Financial Advisor a self-described “rural folk piano” player, was Fund is to support historic preservation where 630 SE Midway Blvd. among the earliest and most successful propo- At 11:00am Saturday, Oct. 5, at Maple Leaf Cemetery, there will be an unveiling of the it really happens: at the community level. The Oak Harbor, WA 98277 nents of the contemporary instrumental genre (360) 679-2558 monument as well as a service to remember Washington Trust is pleased to announce the and has inspired fans and musicians with his [email protected] those in the unmarked grave. The public is application for the 2020 round of Sivinski Fund solo acoustic piano songs for over 40 years. invited to attend and pay tribute to those our grants is now open. The deadline for submit- www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC George Winston is undeniably a household community has lost. ting an application is Tuesday, Oct. 15. name. He’s inspired fans and musicians alike [Submitted by Bryan Stucky, The Rotary Club Established in 1997, the Sivinski Fund has with his singular solo acoustic piano songs for of North Whidbey Island Sunrise] awarded grants to 146 projects totaling over more than 40 years while selling 15 million $155,000 worth in funding and services to albums. A tireless road warrior playing nearly WAIF Seahawks Fundraiser local historic preservation organizations and 100 concerts annually, live performances for Love football? With huge thanks to Cold- advocates engaged in the important work of Winston is akin to breathing. Winston’s music well Banker Koetje in Oak Harbor, now is your preserving Washington’s cultural heritage.

Thank you for reading! Please recycle the Whidbey Weekly when you are finished with it. www.whidbeyweekly.com Whidbey Weekly SEPTEMBER 19 - SEPTEMBER 25, 2019 5 LOCALLY OWNED LOCALLY OPERATED Historic places not only represent our history Local Business News but are part of our collective cultural identity. Preserving historic places allows communities 2019 Skagit Valley Giant to build a future on that meaningful identity Pumpkin Festival and Giant and the valuable historic resources already at Pumpkin Weigh-Off hand. Historic resources contribute to vibrant Christianson’s Nursery is an official weigh- communities and architectural diversity. off site for the Giant Pumpkin Common- “Successful historic preservation is rooted wealth (GPC), an international organization, and is sanctioned to submit giant pumpkin in partnerships,” said Jennifer Mortensen, world records. Sponsored by the Pacific North- Outreach Director for the Washington Trust. west Giant Pumpkin Growers with Coastal “We are honored to be able to support local Farm & Ranch, Skagit Valley Food Co-op, and communities and help make historic preser- Mount Vernon Tractor Supply, and floral seed vation happen at the local level through the baskets provided by Floret Flower Farm. From Valerie Sivinski Fund.” 9:00am to 1:00pm Saturday, the day’s events Funding priority for the Sivinski Fund grants begin with entrants registering for the offi- goes to “bricks and mortar” projects that cial Weigh-Off. Last year’s pumpkin weighed in contribute to the preservation of a specific at over 1,300 pounds! Compete in the Giant historic place. Projects that include costs Pumpkin Weigh-Off for a cash prize total- directly related to physical materials and pres- ing $1,500. Pay schedule for top 10 heaviest ervation are preferred, but grant funds may pumpkins may be found at www.Christianson- also be used to hire preservation professionals sNursery.com. Be sure to bring your exhibition or organize preservation advocacy efforts for veggies and sunflowers. This year the commu- a specific historic resource. Applications must nity votes for the ugliest pumpkin during a be submitted by an organized group such as small intermission. Family fun throughout the an incorporated nonprofit, an unincorporated day; 9:00am to 4:00pm, enter the new A-maze- citizens or advocacy group, a public agency or ing Hay Maze hosted by Mount Vernon’s civic organization, or a religious organization. Camp Korey and play the fun family carnival Applicants for Sivinski Fund grants are required games in the greenhouse. Enjoy an array of seasonal bites by Random Acts of Food, Yukon to become members of the Washington Trust Jitter Coffee Truck, The Scone Lady, North- (at the nonprofit level or above) if they are not west Kettle Corn Company, and Absolutely already current members. Nuts!; 10:00am to 3:00pm, Beautiful Face Paint- The online application form, along with all ing ($5, cash only); 11:00am to noon, a family program details, can be accessed on the favorite “Bat’s Incredible” class in the School- Washington Trust for Historic Preservation’s house with Kathleen Bander; 11:00am to website at: preservewa.org/sivinski. The appli- 4:00pm, enjoy a refreshment at the Anacortes cation process is entirely online, and must be Brewery Beer Garden hosted by La Conner submitted by 5:00pm on the due date. Award Library Foundation; noon to 3:00pm, pony rides recipients will be announced at the Washing- with Lang’s Traveling Ponies ($5, cash only); ton Trust’s annual Sivinski Holiday Benefit in 1:00 to 4:00pm, Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off!, December. and at 4:00pm, the Giant Pumpkin Winner will be announced. Giant Pumpkin entry forms for Please contact Jennifer Mortensen at 206-462- 2019 are available at the Christianson’s Nurs- 2999 or via email at jmortensen@preservewa. ery Garden Store and on its website www. org for more information. ChristiansonsNursery.com. To inquire, visit the [Submitted by Jennifer Mortensen, Outreach Nursery or call 360-466-3821 or 800-585- Director, Washington Trust for Historic Preser- 8200. Christianson’s Nursery is located at vation] 15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon. Need New Flooring? Déco Flooring SPC Now Available at Both Stores!

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for some or all conversations. These classes are free and anyone is welcome to attend one or all of the sessions. Presented by Kaaren Flint from Hospice of the Northwest. What’s Going On Friends of Clinton Library Book Sale Saturday, September 21, 10:00am-3:00pm Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S. Central Ave. Thousands of books for sale at bargain prices. Additional fiction and nonfiction every month. Proceeds support the Clinton Library. All entries are listed chronologically, unless there Pass is required. For more information, call 2019 Quilt Show Edible and Medicinal Mushrooms of the are multiple entries for the same venue or are 360-678-1186 or email Jackie.French@parks. Saturday, September 21, 10:00am-4:00pm Pacific Northwest and Beyond connected to a specific organization (such as wa.gov Sunday, September 22, 10:00am-2:00pm Tuesday, September 24, 6:30-8:30pm Sno-Isle Libraries) in which case all entries for Oak Harbor Senior Center 51 SE Jerome St. Whidbey Supports Youth and Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S. Central Ave. that venue or organization are listed collectively Senior Bees of the Oak Harbor Senior Center Climate Justice The Pacific Northwest is the perfect place for in chronological order under one heading. presents the 2019 Quilt Show. Craft and Friday, September 20, 3:00-5:00pm mushroom hunting. Learn about the best vari- quilted items for sale. $1 raffle tickets for The Green Room Vendor Day Highway 20 and Main Street, Coupeville eties to look for both here and beyond as Thursday, September 19, 3:00-6:00pm Senior Bees handmade quilt. Free admission! Join Whidbey Environmental Action Network Daniel Winkler shares his expertise about wild The Green Room, Oak Harbor and the Social Environmental Justice Council Free Admission Day at the mushrooms. Representatives from MFused will be on site of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Museum Saturday, September 21, 11:00am-5:00pm Religious Services with product displays and information. Must Whidbey Island as they rally and demonstrate PBY Naval Air Museum, Oak Harbor be 21 or older. The Green Room is located at solidarity with the international, youth- South Whidbey Community Church 1640 N Goldie Road. For more information, led Global School Climate Strikes which Fly a simulator or explore the night vision Sundays, 9:00-9:45am Adult Bible Study 10:00-11:00am Worship call 360-682-5755 or visit www.thegreenroom are happening all over the world. They are goggle room as part of the viewing Deer Lagoon Grange, 5142 Bayview Rd, wa.com. Marijuana has intoxicating effects inspired by 16 year old Nobel nominee Greta experience. For more information, please call Langley and may be habit forming. Keep out of the Thunberg, who asks, “Why should we go to 360-240-9500. The PBY Naval Air Museum is reach of children. school if we won’t have a future?” Come to located at 270 SE Pioneer Way. Sunday, September 22 - Six Attitudes for Chris- Island Herb Vendor Day support the youths’ struggle for climate justice. Live Music: T Bird tian Unity: Basic attitudes that promote unity. Services are followed by a light lunch. You are Thursday, September 19, 4:20-7:10pm See the group’s FB event page for details. Find Saturday, September 21, 7:30-9:30pm Island Herb, Freeland out more at https://globalclimatestrike.net. Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville invited to join us for lunch and loving fellow- ship. Representatives from Smokey Point Production Watoto Children’s Choir Returns This local artist’s original songs are perfectly Prayer Group will be on site with product displays and Friday, September 20, 7:00pm paired with a cold craft beer. No cover. For Every Tuesday, 4:00-5:30pm information. Must be 21 or older. Island Oak Harbor High School Auditorium/SUB more information, call 360-682-5747 or visit Herb is located at 5565 Vanbarr Pl, Unit F. www.penncovebrewing.com. St. Hubert Catholic Church, Langley The choir is from Uganda and is made up For more information, call 360-331-0140 or Charismatic Prayer and Praise group. Every- of orphans from the Watoto Orphanages in Puppies in the Park visit whidbeyislandherb.com. Marijuana has one welcome. For more information, call Bill at Kampala and Gulu Uganda. There will be lively Sunday, September 22, 11:00am-3:00pm intoxicating effects and may be habit forming. NE 21st Court, Oak Harbor 360-222-4080 or email [email protected]. singing and dancing. Watoto is the Ugandan Keep out of the reach of children. organization that has answered the call to The Rotary Club of North Whidbey Island Galleries & Art Shows Live Music: Original Jim Sunrise will be having its first Puppies in the care for the children by giving them food, Featured Artist: Timothy Haslet Thursday, September 19, 7:00pm Park event at the dog park on 21st Court off shelter, education, health care, and a family. Meet the Artist: Tuesday, September 24, Flyers Restaurant and Brewery, Oak Harbor Goldie Road. Bring your family and puppy for Come hear the joy in their hearts which has 10:00am-5:00pm vendors, games, and fun! If you would like to Forged from the vocal jazz and a cappella overcome the tragedy and hardship in their Penn Cove Gallery, Coupeville host a booth please send an email to Bryan@ scenes, and honed on pop, rock, folk, country lives before they were with Watoto. Concert wallinfuneralhome.com to reserve your spot. Artist Timothy Haslet will be at Penn Cove and blues, Jim sets up a solid foundation for is free with free will offering. Choir CDs and Money raised will go to promote dog-related Gallery with some of his oil painting tools and his tunes with creative arrangements, tasty craft items from Watoto workshops will be events and properties around town. techniques. Timothy is a native of the Pacific improvisation, a little keyboard, strong vocals, available for purchase as well as information NW and an Art graduate of Whitworth Univer- rhythmic guitars and a fresh approach to and opportunities to sponsor children. The CADA & WAIF Event sity in Spokane, Wash. He comes from a family percussion. No cover. For more information, concert is sponsored by Oak Harbor Lutheran Wednesday, September 25, 6:00-7:30pm of artists and was instructed in art and visual call 360-675-5858. Church Watoto Mission Team which has been Blooms Winery, 5511 S Freeland Ave, expression from as far back as he can remem- Freeland “Broadway Bound” traveling to help in Watoto programs since ber. Thursday, September 19, 7:30pm 2008. The team has raised funds to build a CADA and WAIF work together to advocate for people and animals in domestic violence Meetings & Organizations Friday, September 20, 7:30pm house and medical clinic in the villages and situations. When a domestic violence survivor Saturday, September 21, 7:30pm holds medical clinics during their yearly visit. PBY Naval Air Museum comes to CADA for advocacy and has a pet Sunday, September 22, 2:30pm Their next visit is in Jan. 2020. Wednesday, September 25, 11:30am Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor in need of shelter as well, WAIF steps up and CPO Club, 1080 Ault Field Rd, Oak Harbor Live Music: Woody Virgil fosters the pet for a period of time until the The featured speaker at the monthly no-host Broadway Bound is the touching and Friday, September 20, 7:30-9:30pm survivor can get shelter for both of them. luncheon will be Wil Shellenberger, Museum funny conclusion of Neil Simon’s semi- Penn Cove Taproom, Oak Harbor Beverages and appetizers will be provided, President, who will relay his personal expe- autobiographical Eugene trilogy. Eugene and along with a small silent auction to help raise This Whidbey Island musician plays original riences visiting the Omaha Beach during the his brother, Stanley, are attempting to break funds to support CADA and WAIF programs. tunes mixed with pop, folk, rock, and country. 75th anniversary of the D-Day landing. The into the world of professional comedy writing, Tickets are $40 each and can be purchased He’s like a one man trio, with a little harmonica public is invited to this event. Call 360-240- while coping with their parents’ messy and online at bit.ly/CADAWAIF or call CADA at thrown in. No cover. For more information, call 9500 for directions and more information. upsetting marital split. When their material is 360-682-2247 or visit www.penncovebrewing. 360-675-7057 or WAIF at 360-678-8906 to For a list of continuous Meetings and Orga- broadcast on the radio for the first time, the com. arrange ticket purchase. nizations, visit www.whidbeyweekly.com rest of the family is upset to hear a comedic Pumpkin Pitch & Harvest rendition of their own trials and tribulations. 2019 Skagit Valley Giant Festival Classes, Seminars and Information and tickets available at Pumpkin Festival Saturday, September 28, 10:00am-4:00pm www.whidbeyplayhouse.com. Saturday, September 21, 9:00am-4:00pm Workshops Skagit River Park, Burlington Christianson’s Nursery, Mount Vernon It Takes a Village: Mental Health The Green Room Vendor Day View the amazing Pumpkin Pitching machines pm pm Compete in the Giant Pumpkin Weigh- Forum and Resource Fair Friday, September 20, 1:00 -5:00 up close from 10:00-11:15am. The Opening Off, enjoy the new A-maze-ing Hay Maze Thursday, September 19, 6:00-8:30pm The Green Room, Oak Harbor Ceremony and Pitch are at 11:30am, followed Trinity Lutheran Church, 18341 SR 525, hosted by Mount Vernon’s Camp Korey and by the accuracy and distance competition at Representatives from Falcanna will be on Freeland site with product displays and information. play the fun family carnival games in the noon. The festival includes a free KidsZone Must be 21 or older. The Green Room is greenhouse. There will be face painting, pony with zucchini car races, pumpkin painting, Learn about mental health education in our located at 1640 N Goldie Road. For more rides, a family favorite “Bat’s Incredible” activity booths, pony rides, bouncy houses, community. As part of the Island County information, call 360-682-5755 or visit class in the schoolhouse, and refreshments and a climbing wall. Food vendors on site. Community Health Improvement Plan, members of the Interfaith Mental Health www.thegreenroomwa.com. Marijuana has at the Anacortes Brewery Beer Garden Free wagon rides to and from the free parking Committee and the Island County Suicide and intoxicating effects and may be habit forming. hosted by La Conner Library Foundation. lot. No admission, parking or activity fees. For Depression Group present a mental health Keep out of the reach of children. Christianson’s Nursery is located at 15806 more information, call 360-755-9649 or visit Best Road. For more information, visit www. burlingtonwa.gov/pumpkinpitch. forum and resource fair. Listen to a panel of Hike the Hollow speakers, participate in a Q&A session and visit ChristiansonsNursery.com or call 360-466- Upcoming Sno-Isle Library Events Friday, September 20, 1:30-3:30pm 3821 or 800-585-8200. the resource tables. Refreshments provided. Fort Ebey State Park, 400 Hill Valley Dr, See schedule below For more information, call 360-678-0559. Whidbey Island Kite Festival Coupeville Cost: Free NRA Personal Protection Outside Saturday, September 21, 9:00am-5:00pm This 1.6 mile round-trip hike will take you End-of-Life Discussion Series the Home Class Sunday, September 22, 9:00am-5:00pm through the quiet forest of Fort Ebey. Learn Thursdays, September 19, 26, 1:00-3:00pm Saturday, September 21, 9:00am-5:00pm Camp Casey Conference Center, Coupeville about the hidden joys within a serene forest. Freeland Library Sunday, September 22, 9:00am-5:00pm This hike is rated moderate as we traverse up Join this colorful event with activities like kids’ Hospice of the Northwest and Island Senior NWSA Range, 886 Gun Club Rd., Oak Harbor and down through the kettles. Recommended kite making, beginning sportkite lessons, Resources are offering a series of free work- Cost: $50, includes a book for ages 12+. Please wear weather appropriate and sportkite demonstrations. Teddy bear shops about the many crucial decisions This class builds on skills already gained in clothing, hiking shoes and bring water. drop each day at 1:00pm for children under surrounding aging and death. The workshops other shooting classes and shooting styles, Hiking poles not required but may be helpful. 10. There will be a booth at the field with will provide guidance and planning informa- which the student must be able to show docu- Please follow the signs to the parking area. hot dogs and soda. Email Lisa Root for more tion for spiritual, medical, legal and housing Reservations are not required but a Discover details, [email protected]. questions related to end-of-life issues. Join us WHAT'S GOING ON continued on page 12

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NEWS Martin’s celebrates 60 years p. 14 www.whidbeyweekly.com LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED SEPTEMBER 19 - SEPTEMBER 25, 2019 DjangoFest Northwest: Five days of world class djams! By Kathy Reed Whidbey Weekly Photo Courtesy of Did someone say gypsy djazz? The City by the Sea has djust what DjangoFest Northwest you’re looking for this weekend. The Gismo Graf Trio headlines DjangoFest Northwest this The 19th annual DjangoFest Northwest is currently in full swing and year, performing at 8 p.m. continues through Sunday in Langley. This musical festival, produced Saturday on the DFNW by Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, is unlike any other musical Mainstage in Langley. event on Whidbey Island and offers musicians and music lovers alike Simon Planting and Ludovic completely unique opportunities to enjoy this popular musical genre, Beier also appear. DjangoFest Photo by Elin Stebbins Waldal named after musician Django Reinhardt. Northwest is going on now through Sunday at Whidbey OutCast Production’s “Shirley Valentine,” is on stage now at Island What started 19 years ago has grown into North America’s premier Island Center for the Arts. County Fairgrounds in Langley. The title character, Shirley, is showcase of Gypsy Jazz. Some of the biggest names in the genre portrayed by Suzanne Kelman. have played to nearly 40,000 patrons over the festival’s history, and its popularity continues to grow. “DjangoFest Northwest has grown to international acclaim,” said “Shirley Deana Duncan, WICA’s artistic director and DFNW festival coordi- nator. “This festival is well revered and that growth and reputation “As time progressed, I was asked if I would like to volunteer for continues. We are on course to have the largest ticket sales in DFNW,” she said. “I signed up for one show on the weekend, not Valentine” festival history. really knowing what Django style music really was. “DjangoFest brings the top gypsy jazz musicians in the world to one “I was working on 1st Street that September,” she continued. place for one week only,” Duncan continued. “The vibe is hot and “When I left [work], all I heard was the most amazing music. There sure to fun and soulful. There’s more than music, there’s a merchandise were musicians playing anywhere they could find a place to sit (or room, food, drink and a chance to feel the heart of gypsy jazz right sometimes stand). There were guitars, violins, reed instruments, here on Whidbey Island.” accordions and others all playing the same style of music, with lots bring smiles DFNW features five days of concerts, workshops and the ever-popu- of talk about technique, type of instruments, how to further their knowledge of the genre. It’s a truly magical time.” By Kacie Jo Voeller Whidbey Weekly lar, unscheduled “djam” sessions that spring up all over town during the festival. This year, the Island County Fairgrounds is helping to There is no shortage of talent coming to the stage for DFNW this Take a journey alongside an ordinary wife spread even more of the Django vibe. year. Some old faces, some new faces – all ready, willing and excited and mother as she deliberates and decides to to share their love of this music. take an extraordinary trip to Greece, trans- “We are super excited to announce an even stronger collaboration forming the life she once knew in “Shirley with the Island County Fairgrounds,” Duncan said. “They are cre- “This year we have a marvelous mix of talent,” said DFNW Artistic Valentine.” Join Shirley as she reflects on her ating a fantastic camping area with a bonfire and they received city Director Simon Planting. “Some old friends returning we have not husband, her children, and her past in this permission to have late night djams well past the time everything seen for a while - guitarist extraordinaire Angelo Debarre; Ludovic production, which was a hit when Pauline else in town will close. It’s going to be a great party up there this Beier, the amazing accordion player; string masters Rory Hoffman Collins brought the character of Shirley to life year.” and Richard Smith; and Paul Mehling’s Hot Club of San Francisco in both London and New York. Duncan said the fairgrounds has also added other events, including celebrating their 25-year anniversary! “Shirley Valentine,” written by Billy Russell, its Secret Kitchen Series, a community dinner Wednesday evening “[There are] a lot of returning faces: local favorites Pearl Django, is presented by OutCast Productions at the and a Sunday morning Django brunch. Hot Club of Troy, Eric Vanderbilt-Mathews and Greg Ruby. And Island County Fairgrounds in Langley. The Community involvement and support are at the heart of DFNW. then we have musicians who have never been here: Gismo Graf and play stars Suzanne Kelman, and tickets are WICA leaders say without the help of volunteers from the commu- his father Josho and sister Cheyenne; Aurore Voilqué and Claudius $18 for adults and $14 for students. Tickets nity, DjangoFest simply wouldn’t happen. DuPont; accordionist Dallas Vietty; and Samuel Farthing, a 17-year- can be reserved by visiting brownpapertick- old phenomenon and this year’s winner of the Saga Award.” ets.com or emailing [email protected] and “I’m so impressed with my dedicated, small and nimble staff, with the amount of time and energy they put into this event,” said Verna The festival will also include a tribute to its founder, for which orga- paying at the door with cash or check. The Everitt, WICA’s executive director. “It’s truly amazing what they nizers trimmed the concert schedule slightly to accommodate it. play will be presented Sept. 20, 21, 26, 27 accomplish. And of course, we could not pull off this world class and 28 at 7:30 p.m., with a 4 p.m. show “We are cutting one of the concerts, going to just seven versus event without our equally dedicated volunteers.” Sept. 22. Thursday showings will offer a the eight we have always done,” explained Duncan. “On Sunday discounted ticket price of $12. “We are a relatively small staff,” agreed Duncan. “We couldn’t we wanted to create even more time and space for the Nick Lehr do this without the many volunteers who help in every area of the Memorial Djam and have time for after-concert djamming and Gail Liston, director of the play, says the per- festival. formance offers an experience the audience partying at WICA.” will be able to connect with. “It takes an entire year to organize this festival,” she continued. In addition to the incomparable DjangoFest concerts, are the work- “We begin literally as this festival ends. Artists reach out to us “Shirley Valentine is a lovable, relatable, and shops – an opportunity for musicians to learn from some of the best monthly to be involved. One of the biggest challenges is working inspirational character,” she said. “Audiences this genre has to offer, and a chance for people who just love music with a lawyer to write and submit the Visa for our international will enjoy her sense of humor and relate to observe, learn and enrich their souls, according to Duncan. artists. Then we work on housing (this community helps us house all to her yearnings for a more complete life. “This is one of our strongest arts education outreaches of the year these artists for the week), travel, merchandise, tech needs and all I really think they will love her and cheer and we are very proud to offer these workshops for both musicians the other logistics that go into a festival this large.” her on.” and observers,” she said. “Workshops range in level from beginning Shirley McClure has been volunteering for WICA since she moved to Liston, who has acted since she was in high to advanced and are clearly described [on the website]. There are Whidbey in 2005. school and has directed several productions, two VIP workshops that allow observers, for those of us who don’t said she found the play to be dynamic and play these instruments but love to see how the music is made. At entertaining throughout the process. Photo Courtesy of only $20, these observer tickets are well worth the experience.” DjangoFest Northwest “The best part of directing ‘Shirley Valentine’ Information on concerts, performers and workshops is available Award-winning accordionist online at djangofest.com. Some concerts are already sold out and was a mix of a wonderful script and a fabu- Dallas Vietty will make his tickets are going quickly, so those interested are encouraged to act lous actress,” she said. “I never tired of it.” first appearance at DjangoFest Northwest this weekend, quickly. Festival passes are also available for those who would like to The play features only one character, played attend multiple concerts. by Kelman, shared Liston. performing at 3 p.m. Saturday in Langley. “I love DFNW, and look forward to it because of the energy it cre- “I think the biggest challenge was creating ates for south Whidbey and the pleasure I get for being involved,” dramatic conflict with only one character on said McClure. the stage,” she said. “But Suzanne (Kelman) created other characters so well that I think Duncan encourages all music lovers to give DjangoFest a try. “These musicians play with their heart and soul - you can feel it, see See SHIRLEY continued on page 14 it, hear it.”

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A Search and Rescue (SAR) team from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island rescued a 39-year-old man near Washington Pass in the early evening of Friday, Sept. 6. The climber had suffered a possible pelvis fracture and loss of consciousness after a fall at an elevation of approximately 6,500 feet. Washington Pass is north of Lake Chelan and west of Winthrop, Wash., in the Cascade Mountains. The SAR crew located the climber against a 500-foot vertical rock face, which gave way to a steep field of loose rock. The SAR crew inserted two crewmembers via rappel about 300 feet below the injured climber. While the SAR helicopter returned to NAS Whidbey Island to refuel, the two crewmembers climbed to the patient, prepped him for transport, and moved him back down to their original insert point. After returning from refuel the SAR crew hoisted the injured climber and two crewmembers aboard the helicopter for transport to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle. Naval Air Station Whidbey Island SAR has conducted 31 total missions throughout Washington State this year, including nine searches, twelve rescues and ten medical evacuations. The Navy SAR unit operates three MH-60S helicopters from NAS Whidbey Island as search and rescue/medical evac- uation (SAR/MEDEVAC) platforms for the EA-18G aircraft U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Paul L. Archer/Released as well as other squadrons and personnel assigned to the Retired Aviation Machinist’s Mate 1st Class Bernard B. Bartusiak, 95, listens to his family members speak after being awarded two Distinguished Flying Cross installation. Pursuant to the National SAR Plan of the United medals and the Air Medal (Strike/Flight), 2nd-8th awards, by Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Richard V. Spencer for meritorious service during World War II States, the unit may also be used for civil SAR/MEDEVAC involving aerial flight from April 20, 1943 to August 26, 1944. needs to the fullest extent practicable on a non-interfer- ence basis with WWII Navy Vet Awarded primary military duties according to applicable national Medals 75 Years After Service directives, plans, guidelines and From the Office of the Navy ognition of 20 combat missions Bartusiak completed from agreements; specif- Chief of Information April 1943 to August 1944. ically, the unit may launch in response Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer awarded a WWII The Distinguished Flying Cross was awarded for Bartu- to tasking by the Air Sailor two high-level combat decorations in recognition of siak’s “extraordinary achievement while participating in Force Rescue Coordi- his meritorious service as an aircrewman in the European aerial flight.” The Air Medal recognizes “single acts of nation Center (based theater, in a Sept. 10 Pentagon ceremony. heroism or meritorious achievement” in flight. on a Washington State Memorandum Bernard Bartusiak of Chicago, now 95, joined the Navy in “This honor may be overdue, but I am humbled by the of Understanding) May of 1941, at age 17. He eventually served as an avia- opportunity to present it,” Spencer said to the audience, for inland missions, tion machinist’s mate 1st class on the aircrew of a PB4Y which included Bartusiak’s two daughters, as well as U.S. and/or tasking by the Liberator in the European theater. After the war, Bartusiak Rep. Dan Lipinski, who represents Bartusiak’s district in United States Coast became a corporate accountant and married Dolores, his Illinois. Guard for all other wife of 65 years. Reflecting on the contributions of Navy aviators to the aeronautical and Spencer presented Bartusiak the Distinguished Flying Allied victory, Spencer quoted late Prime Minister Winston maritime regions, Cross with gold star (in lieu of second award) and the Air Churchill: “Never was so much owed by so many, to so when other assets are Medal, second through eight strike flight awards, in rec- few.” unavailable.

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MAKE FREELAND ACE Island YOUR FISHING PLACE MORE THAN JUST A HARDWARE STORE Angler • TACKLE • BAIT• EXPERT ADVICE • FISHING LICENSES • SPOOLING By Tracy Loescher Freeland

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From that point on we REBATES birds makes for a very effective information filled the cargo hold with beautiful 35-pound of $800 to $1,500 for network. When a gull in flight is just looking, tuna fish. The shearwaters were right on the stick-built homes and $2,400 it flies with a soft easy motion, almost idling money. for manufactured homes! along. But if you have the patience to keep Shearwaters will also sit in tight groups watching, when the gull spots something its looking down into the water; this is another Call today to schedule your wings stop moving, the beak tips downward great indicator of fish. If you’re offshore and the bird angles toward what it sees. If and you see such a gathering, it is possible FREE HOME EVALUATION the spotted object is alive and the gull goes to raise a school of albacore by stopping 360.321.4252 IslandHeatPumps.com for it, there is a flash from the underside of alongside the flock and chumming. Fish with its wings as the bird dives; this is a signal to sinkers or darts and don’t be afraid to fish the other birds aloft and on the water. If you deep. Sometimes the fish are well over 100 catch a glimpse of the wing-flash and other feet deep; keep chumming and bring them birds start to congregate with determination, as close to the surface as possible. Whether WHY GO OVER THE BRIDGE it’s time to investigate what they see. What you’re fishing in the Puget Sound, on the FOR YOUR CUSTOM FRAMING Gene’s we hope to find is bait and feeding game fish rivers, and especially 50 miles offshore in and not a pesky feeding seal or dogfish on addition to your electronics, pay close atten- & ART SUPPLIES? Has It All! the surface. tion to seabird activity within eyesight. Their Over time and with some careful observation, lives depend on finding fish - hard to beat a you can learn to read the birds by their differ- need like that. ent movements. For example, if the birds are The heavy rains we have had the last few all headed up-wind and are swooping down weeks will no doubt push some salmon We Specialize to pick, it’s most likely some type of garbage into the rivers to spawn. It should also or debris. But if the birds are wheeling and push late-arriving fish closer to Whidbey circling and more than one bird is diving Island and give us another round of fish into the water, it’s probably bait and where from the beaches. A couple of weeks ago, In Custom there’s bait, there’s bigger fish. I was taught I wrote about getting the facts about the a very good lesson about approaching groups ever-changing regulations and how to make of birds (or what I like to call a “bird pile”) our voices heard on sport fishing rules which Framing while fishing for mahi-mahi and yellow-fin affect our salmon and bottom-fish fishing tuna in Hawaii. My fishing buddy said “Don’t opportunities. The Puget Sound Anglers motor through the middle of the pile;” stay (PSA) have chapters all along the West Coast on the edges and ease around them. By of Washington; this club and its goals toward doing this the bait ball and the feeding fish protecting our rights as sport fishermen among them are less likely to scatter, and it make it my first choice to get involved. • Honest Pricing gives you more time in the bite-zone. Secondly, the Coastal Conservation Associa- • No Fine Print Another Puget Sound bird I trust is the Mar- tion (CCA), which has secured political wins • Friendly Service bled Murrelet. This little seabird is a low-level for recreational fishermen across the nation, flyer for the most part and is a very effective is another organization to consider. Gary • No Traffic Delays swimmer and diver. They often accompany Loomis (founder of GLoomis fishing rods) • 20% Military Discount seagulls in a feeding frenzy or bird ball. I’ve was instrumental in getting the CCA out to seen them come up from a dive with their the west coast; he is a passionate fisherman beaks filled with bait fish. Remember the and has seen successful salmon recovery work stripped away by politicians and one- term “match the hatch;” they are giving us a Whidbey’s Largest Selection of Fine Art Supplies real-time live look at what the predator fish sided decisions. The Puget Sound Anglers are feeding on. Match the color and size of and Coastal Conservation Association want SINCE 1967 the bait fish, if you can. Murrelet can dive us to get a fair say in our desire to fish and surprisingly deep; I have picked them up on what our license fees and taxes pay for in my fish-finder at 40 to 50 feet down. this state. 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a drink or two with the crew and it quickly is endless. Add some sherbet, mix up the fruit became an aristocratic drink, finding its way you want to add, taste test a few concoctions into coffee houses very soon after making its on a small scale yourself, ask the little party way to English ports. While it was seen as more host or hostess themselves to add their own Let’s Dish! of a ‘manly’ drink, women absolutely enjoyed unique flare to it and you’ll not only find your- with Kae Harris punch as well, though during the Victorian self with a one-of-a-kind drink, you’ll all have era, the queen herself frowned upon a strong much fun making it, too! beverage. So it was adapted, giving rise to egg Dear Readers, since Sept. 17 was National white versions and those versions sans alcohol. Punch Day, I think we should definitely make a This carried on all the way up until about the 1950s, when the cocktail finally stepped in and little something-something in the punch bowl took punch’s place in the limelight and when it – an edible ode to the creators of the drink. I’m became socially acceptable for women to drink including a recipe for a sherbet-based punch in public. that would be great to serve at a Halloween party, given its ghoulish green hue, and you Now we have multitudinous ways in which to can get as ‘gross’ as you like with it. Not in the create a punch to our own liking. We can really flavor department though, please! If you try it refine it and make it our own. Even better, we or have any punch recipes of your own you’d can get super creative and fun with it during the name ‘punch’ is derived from the con- like to share, please send those in! Send in A PROTOTYPICAL COCKTAIL – PUNCH Halloween and Thanksgiving parties and make tainer it found itself served in, supposedly – a any and all comments, questions and defi- You know what I really love about this time of monstrous liquid masterpieces or simple, spiced puncheon. This is a barrel that’s able to hold nitely, recipes you’d like to share to letsdish. year? Besides the weather cooling down, the bowls of delight. Either way, these are always leaves on the trees changing color, the smell 500 L of liquid. It is short and stout in shape [email protected] and we can do just a big hit at a party, particularly when they have that and Dish! of cinnamon and pumpkin spice blanketing and size and mostly used in the rum indus- fruit in it. I wondered why frothy egg whites the air? Okay, that’s a fair few things to love, try. In the 1600s, sailors who worked for the were used in punch recipes and apparently, it’s Ghoulish Green Goo Punch but I also happen to really have a shine for the East India Trade company, it’s said, ran out of because of the texture it gives and the fact it 1 bottle sparkling apple juice/cider parties that crop up. I find summer and fall beer and wine (the beer went flat and rancid doesn’t leave any flavor behind. It’s basically a 1-liter ginger ale seem to see a whole host of parties being held and I don’t know about the wine - probably texture enhancer. Today, this tends to fall by 1 can (46 oz) pineapple juice throughout the months, consigned to each just imbibed). And because at the time the the wayside I find, in lieu of sherbets and ice 2 quarts lime flavored sherbet season. Summer is all about staying cool and prospect of traveling the seas without wine or creams, even if they imbue the punch with a lime slices eating popsicles and water activities, while fall beer was unfathomable (pun sort of intended), flavor. It’s delicious, nonetheless. orange slices is about rejuvenating our holiday oomph. It’s a replacement drink was needed. Traveling One of the most delicious punches I’ve ever maraschino cherries baking themed cookies with the kids for these between South and East Asia, these sailors had was a fall harvest one. It was spicy and gummy worms (optional) gatherings and putting together platters for found it in their best interest to be resourceful sweet and was the very essence of the season Green food coloring (optional) attendees in such a way they know fall is upon – as humans naturally are – and make use of swirled together in a single bowl. Apple cider, us. local ingredients. Spirits (namely rum), fruits In a large cauldron (punch bowl of your choos- ginger beer, cinnamon, prosecco and vodka ing - a spooky one if it’s for Halloween), add It’s also at these festive fall get-togethers I (citrus) and spices. all mulled together with slices of orange and the sherbet. Pour in the ginger ale, sparkling find a certain beverage most prevalent. There apples soaking up the flavors to continue to be These fruity mix-ins were thought to be apple juice/cider and pineapple juice. Toss in tends to be this resurgence, year after year, of enjoyed after the liquid in your cup had been beneficial in helping sailors survive the long some orange and lime slices, add in the mar- punch. Summer sees this drink safely through sailing voyages because of the citrus in the drunk down and thoroughly enjoyed. the season but it’s really during autumn that aschino cherry ‘eyeballs’, and if it’s not green punches they’d made, which helped ward There are of course, always the non-alcoholic it ramps up in popularity. And what makes a enough, add a little food coloring. Have a side off scurvy. Upon their arrival back in Europe, versions for our little ones and their buddies punch so appealing? Probably the countless bowl of gummy worms for each person to add it was a very ‘done thing’ to go down to the at parties and gatherings. Simple cranberry ways it can be made, the myriad concoctions some to their cup of green goo and they’re ports and enjoy a cup of punch with the sailors apple spritzer punch made from sparkling to be, well, concocted and the vast array of good to go! Enjoy! and, given they brought back some of the apple cider, sparkling water and cranberry juice vessels from which it can be served – which is ingredients found on their journey that made always works wonders for thirsty kids and with www.history.com/amp/news/the-surprising-his- absolutely an important part of making and the punches, they were able to recreate the the added benefit of frozen cranberries and tory-of-punch serving punch! drink in their home country. Wealthy investors apple slices tossed into it, they get a serving To read past columns of Let’s Dish in the Whid- So, what is punch? This drink is the precursor who had financed these journeys would often of fruit along with a tasty treat. Honestly, the bey Weekly, see our Digital Library at www. to the cocktail. It’s the prototype, in a way, and board the ships upon their return and enjoy ways in which to make punch pleasing for kids whidbeyweekly.com.

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old fear of lack, and you should be fine. Giving may become a reciprocal thing. Set a proper example for others to follow and see what comes. Try not to limit yourself on the 20th.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Your role this week is like that of a small fish in a big pond. There, the rules of play favor the system over the individual. Human examples include large corporations and institutions of health and learning. If you find yourself in any of those, play by the rules and realize that may be why you are there--to learn from CHICKEN LITTLE & something much bigger than you. On the THE ASTROLOGER 20th, the added element of luxury is possible. By Wesley Hallock SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) There’s much to be said in ARIES (March 21-April 19) favor of friends and relation- Pride of ownership is a major ships this week. You stand to theme of the week. Taking gain enormously from those. pride in what is yours is not a The all-important factor, passive thing. Active pride however, is your own effort means you work to have and and initiative. Even as a team player, the big keep the object of that pride. A producer is the sweat of your brow. Leader- case in point is your health. Good health is ship is important on the 20th, and yours may intangible, but nevertheless quite important be the example that inspires all the others and real. The more you work at it, the better into action--but be careful not to overdo it. A your health is likely to be. The direction pride few words to the wise will suffice. takes you on the 20th will necessarily expose you to revolutionary new information. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Just when you think your TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ingenuity has been tested in You may be hungering for every possible circumstance, life something you can’t quite has a way of contesting you CLUES ACROSS 44. Saps of energy 14. Proof of pay- define. You can’t define it, but once more. If you expect this 1. Babies’ eating 46. Type of sandwich ment (abbr.) you’re quite sure you’ll know it week will be no different, you’re when you see it. If this is you, a probably right. New ventures and radical accessories 48. Sets apart again 15. Flew high window shopping kind of pursuits are favored. Although you’re apt to 5. Charge on a coat 18. Wreaths week is the likely result. A, “not this, not win in the end, none of it will go as easily as 52. Engage in a that,” approach to what you seek may not you would like. Money plays a key role in of arms contest 20. Got rid of seem efficient, but it will expose you to your success on the 20th. 9. Set of five possibilities and ideas you never dreamed 53. Sufferings 24. Shortly CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) existed. Discovery, as it may happen on the 11. California town 54. Freestanding 26. Confer 20th, is unlikely to be a solitary experience. A want or desire that you now believe to be as good as in the 13. One who cites sculpture 28. Monies given as GEMINI (May 21-June 21) bag has its fickle element this 56. Digs into The principle of the thing week. Exercise vigilance until 15. Elected official support probably matters to you as you know beyond a certainty 16. Japanese deli- 57. Fish have them 30. German electric much, if not more, than the that you have the matter firmly thing itself this week. Be sure in hand. If the unforeseen strikes, quick cacy 58. Speaks car this is true if you and a key action and strategic thinking are your best 17. Couldn’t be 32. Objects of an person find yourselves means of damage control.. To the degree 59. Storage unit working stubbornly at cross-purposes Right that you react swiftly and surely, luck is on happier earlier time and wrong become meaningless when the your side. Good fortune on the 20th is largely CLUES DOWN 34. Flat-bottomed self-made. 19. Enormous best justification either of you can offer is, 1. Spread over boats “Because I’ve always done it this way!” A 21. Hunter’s tool better way of doing that thing is not the least AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb 18) 2. Dyes 35. Small waterbird that the 20th can bring. Important to remember this 22. Georgia rockers week is that pursuing your 3. British thermal 37. Willingness to 23. Cold wind CANCER (June 22-July 22) dreams need not involve unit please others Genuine work definitely has a stepping on other people’s 25. Beginner place in your life this week, but toes. Not that you would hurt 4. Small city in 38. Military actions some of your greatest gains anyone intentionally. Acciden- 26. Where you sleep Maine may stem as much from happy tal missteps can happen to anyone, however, 40. Brooklyn hoop- circumstance. People well- and be as damaging. Be mindful of others 27. Without 5. Having an affec- sters and don’t lapse into tunnel vision, and you known to you, neighbors or 29. We all have them tion for siblings, perhaps, play a role in the latter. You should be fine. Open and honest communica- 42. Took to the seas 6. Welsh for John might find yourself being uplifted and tion on the 20th carries the day like nothing 31. Spoiled 43. Romanian city entertained at the same time. Remember to else. 7. Plays that ridicule thank those who come to your rescue in a 33. Platform 45. What the sun moment of need. A lighted-hearted favor PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) 8. Not of your right Life’s simple pleasures are 34. Drama and hor- eventually does makes the day on the 20th. mind elevated this week. Good food, ror are two 47. Titans’ DC Dean LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) pleasant company and a genial 9. A way to get You can’t go wrong doing just outlook set the table. Informal 36. In abundance 49. Resentful long- social activity, the kind that there about anything you choose to 38. Turf ing tackle this week. Taking care of encourages you to be yourself, 10. Hideaways business presents little completes the picture. Under these condi- 39. Inventor Musk 50. Ceases to live problem. Where the situation tions, the direction that your happiness takes 11. Relating to neu- requires something extra of is anyone’s guess. Your fancy may flit like a 41. Negative an- rons 51. Pouches you, there’s plenty you can give. Whether butterfly from moment to moment, and that swers 55. Humbug you’re called to play the strategist, the is fine. Mercurial interests are part of the 12. “Family City warrior or the peacemaker matters not. If you game on the 20th. 43. French river USA” Answers on page 15 can’t fill the bill, the perfect person for the © 2019, Wesley Hallock, All Rights Reserved job will somehow appear. Your trust in yourself may be your secret weapon on the YOUR GUESS IS AS GOOD AS OURS WEATHER FORECAST 20th. Chicken Little looks at what is and fears the Thurs, Sept. 19 Fri, Sept. 20 Sat, Sept. 21 Sun, Sept. 22 Mon, Sept. 23 Tues, Sept. 24 Wed, Sept. 25 VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) sky is falling. 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Thank you for reading! Please recycle the Whidbey Weekly when you are finished with it. 14 www.whidbeyweekly.com SEPTEMBER 19 - SEPTEMBER 25, 2019 Whidbey Weekly LOCALLY OWNED LOCALLY OPERATED years of Martin’s Auto Electric service celebrates anniversary By60 Kacie Jo Voeller Whidbey Weekly It all started in 1959, when Martin Abrahamse purchased what would become Martin’s Auto Electric. Martin ran the shop until 1996, when his son, Steve Abrahamse, bought the business. Now, Steve Abrahamse and wife, Leah, are celebrat- ing the family-owned shop’s 60 years of providing full-service repair and vehicle maintenance for Whidbey Island. Steve Abrahamse, current owner of Martin’s Auto Electric and lifelong Whidbey Island resident, said a key component of the business is backing from the surrounding community. “Well, the local community has (supported us), and also a lot of the military people,” he said. “We have a lot of military customers and retired military customers. It is all just a big circle and that makes everything go around.” Steve said working with and getting to know customers is his favorite part of the job, and he looks forward to helping others each day. “Customers (are my favorite part), and besides, it is a chal- lenge,” he said. “I get to see a lot of people and developing relationships with customers is just a fantastic thing.” For Steve, the mission of Martin’s Auto Electric is simple: helping customers find solutions to their car trouble. The shop offers a wide range of services, from repairs to regular maintenance. “We want to fix people’s problems with their cars and keep Photo Courtesy of Steve and Leah Abrahamse them happy,” he said. A walk into Martin’s Auto Electric offers a glimpse of the past of both Oak Harbor and the business itself, with photos on the wall showing a span of 60 years of history and service to the Steve chose the business of working on cars because it was community, including this shot from 1967. what he loved to do, and staying with the family business ships,” he said. “There are a lot fewer blue-collar workers in Leah said one of the goals of Martin’s Auto Electric is to pro- allowed him to pursue his passion each day. this world and it is hard to find people that want to work on vide stellar service at a fair price. “I went and tried other things and I decided where else could cars. Just like everything else, things just keep changing and “We just try to treat everyone with respect and make sure I work at my hobby for the rest of my life?” he said. we have to try to keep up.” that their car is fixed to their satisfaction and to repair it, we In 1996, Martin Abrahamase retired, and Steve said he Leah Abrahamse, who owns the company alongside Steve, make it as affordable as possible,” she said. decided it was time to take over and continue the legacy of said the ability to adapt has been a key aspect of keeping the Martin’s Auto Electric. business going. The shop continues to follow its motto of Leah, who has been with the company for 37 years, said she being “where old fashioned service meets new technology.” believes the shop’s secret to success has to do with their com- “After experimenting with other things for a few years, I mitment to exceptional and affordable service. decided to move home and start working for the business and “It has gotten more complicated as we go, we just have to when dad was ready to retire, we decided to buy it,” he said. keep up with the technology and the equipment and we have “I think it has a lot to do with honesty and integrity and cus- to pay attention to customer’s needs more,” she said. tomer service,” she said. Steve has lived on the island his whole life and feels lucky to own a business on the island. Over the years, Leah said one of the key components of main- Leah said they are thankful to own and operate in the Whid- taining loyal customers had to do with their decision to stay “It is home, and one of the most beautiful places in the world bey Island area, and the family-owned business continues to an independent entity. to live,” he said. “I have been other places and you come receive support from the locals. back here and go, ‘Wow.’” “I think it is mainly because it (the business) has been in the “It is a community that takes care of its own,” she said. family, in the same family for so long and we have remained Business ownership is not without challenges in the modern independent of bigger corporations and also buying into the For more information on Martin’s Auto Electric, visit martin- world, Steve shared. other corporations that they have supported, so to speak,” sautoelectric.com. Find them at 152 NE Midway Boulevard in “It is getting harder and harder to compete with the dealer- she said. “We have just tried to remain independent.” Oak Harbor.

SHIRLEY continued from page 7 the audience will not even realize they aren’t good connection with our similar histories in there in the flesh!” theater and similar ideas and visions of what we believed the Whidbey Island community Ned Farley, co-director of OutCast Produc- would support.” tions, said the play was chosen based on its thought-provoking aspects. One of the hopes of OutCast Productions was to present works which generated “Besides wanting to work more with thoughtful conversation on modern con- Suzanne Kelman, ‘Shirley Valentine’ is a cerns, Farley said. timeless play with themes, that while initially (and seemingly) focused on women and “We believe that the potential audience Celebrate assisted living relationships (with self and others) it really was one that was educated and interested does speak to universal issues of life, aging, enough to want to see theater that inspired, Photos Courtesy of Regency on Whidbey and meaning-making,” he said. “The ques- challenged and opened up a dialogue about Regency on Whidbey knows how to celebrate. The assisted living facility in Oak Harbor tion really boils down to ‘How do we live an contemporary issues and struggles,” he said. observed National Assisted Living Week from Sept. 9-15 with a series of different authentic and meaningful life?’” Farley encourages those interested in the themes and activities each day for residents and staff to enjoy. There was classic car Farley said the production, which opened local theater to contact the team at OutCast day, tie dye day and crazy hat day, to name a few. Friday Oak Harbor Mayor Bob Sep. 13, has already seen success on Whid- Productions or visit the website for more Severns joined in the fun (below, center), participating in the Rock-a-Thon event, which bey Island. information. helped raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association. Find more information at regen- cy-pacific.com. “I’m just thrilled to watch Suzanne (Kelman) The theater goes beyond presenting plays completely inhabit ‘Shirley,’” he said. “She and other productions and is a space for is doing an amazing job and we have now other performing artists to share their work had two sold out houses for our opening as well, Farley said. weekend.” “As for aspiring artists, please know that Farley said OutCast Productions began as an here at OutCast, we see ourselves as a true idea to bring a theater to the area that would community-based theater and a space that address social issues and encourage critical we would like other performance artists to thinking. utilize when we are between shows,” he said. “This is OutCast’s ninth season,” he said. “We actually started the conversation “We have had some wonderful music, out- about creating a black box space in 2010 of-season theatrical productions and other to produce primarily contemporary, socially events and encourage folks to contact us conscious theater – with a goal of also being at [email protected] or go to our website gender-balanced in terms of playwrights and at www.outcastproductions.net to find out directors. Sandy O’Brien and I had worked about what we are doing and for informa- together in a show at WICA in 2007, made a tion about space rental,” Farley said.

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