St. Augustine’s in-the-Woods, 5217 S Honeymoon Bay Rd, Freeland --- Charles LaFond, senior development director for Island Senior Resources, will preach at the 8 and 10:30 a.m. services at St. Augustine's-in-the-Woods Episcopal Church and will discuss senior care at the adult forum between the two services. He will be joined by […]
Penn Cove Taproom, Coupeville --- Mike’s 12 string electric guitar produces a unique sound. He is influenced by the Pacific Northwest rock genre of the 60s. Also folk music such as Bob Dylan and Gordon Lightfoot songs are popular with Mike. No cover. For more information, call 360-682-5747 or visit www.penncovebrewing. […]
Whidbey Playhouse, 730 SE Midway Blvd., Oak Harbor --- This is the hilarious story of a theater group trying desperately to put on a play in spite of maddening interference from a haughty author who keeps revising the script. Act I is a rehearsal of the dreadful show, Act II is […]
North Whidbey Middle School, 67 NE Izett St., Oak Harbor --- Event booths will provide important information on being prepared for a disaster. Come to learn valuable skills and win a prize. Free event for all ages. Visit www.islandcountywa.gov/754/september-preparedness-fair for more information.
Pacific Rim Insitute, 180 Parker Rd., Coupeville --- The Whidbey Island Cider Festival is back and brimming with fun and flavor for everyone. Enjoy tastings of cider, beer, mead, wine, spirits and even kombucha, plus free entertainment, food for purchase, children’s activities, guided tours and other activities at Pacific Rim Institute […]
Smith Park, Oak Harbor --- The Oak Harbor Garden Club is hosting a community open house to celebrate the club turning 100 years old. There will be displays, music by local favorite, Kick Brass, and a dedication of a plaque to mark 100 years of service, plus a few more surprises.
St. Augustine’s-in-the-Woods Episcopal Church, Freeland --- In celebration of St. Francis of Assisi, this event is for all beloved animals with whom we share our lives. If you are unable to bring your pet, bring a photo for the blessing. Those who bring pet ashes to spread will gather at the […]
Whidbey Playhouse, 730 SE Midway Blvd., Oak Harbor --- This is the hilarious story of a theater group trying desperately to put on a play in spite of maddening interference from a haughty author who keeps revising the script. Act I is a rehearsal of the dreadful show, Act II is […]
St. Hubert Catholic Church, 804 3rd St., Langley --- Featuring Jeff Renner, Emmy Award winning meteorologist, science/environmental journalist, renowned speaker, devout person of faith. This inter-faith event is presented by the St. Hubert Church Green Team. Reception to follow.
Freeland Library --- Participants will learn about end-of-life paperwork such as advance directives, durable power of attorney for health care and portable orders for life-sustaining treatment (POLST). Class provided by Hospice of the Northwest and all materials/resources are free of charge
Coupeville Library --- Have you ever wondered if you would know how to treat and store water properly in an emergency situation? Bill Swander is a part of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and has served as the president of the Camano Preparedness Group as well as being a HAM […]
Oak Harbor Library --- Island Transit is hiring bus drivers with a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Bring your resume - be prepared to fill out the application and take the video test. Snacks will be provided. RSVP encouraged by calling 360-678-7771. Walk-ins welcome. For more information, visit www.islandtransit.org/employment.
Oak Harbor Library --- Explore the “fun” in fungi! Discover common mushrooms found at Deception Pass State Park and learn about their important role in creating a healthy forest. All ages welcome. Adult caretakers must be present for the duration of the program.
Langley United Methodist Church --- Parking located across the street at 3rd St/Anthes Ave. We celebrate birthdays, casual gathering. Some people sign, others do not use signs, but have impaired hearing. We share food. For further information, contact Susan Ishikawa, teacher of deaf at 360 221-0383 or email sisoleil973@yahoo.com.
Central Whidbey Sportsman’s Association, 397 Safari St., Coupeville --- Buy/sell guns and outdoor gear - FFL on site. Charity Shoot to benefit WAIF. This is a fun novelty shoot and trap shoot, with turkeys awarded to the first and second place finishers. Bring your own shotgun and/or pistol (.22 recommended) – […]
Langley Community Center, 714 Camano Ave. --- Whidbey Island Dance Theatre will host a Costume Boutique. Retiring Nutcracker costumes and more are on sale! Look for the white tents in the courtyard.
Freeland Library --- Book sales are held in the library’s meeting room the first Saturday of each month. Hundreds of books for all ages are available by donation, or, fill a bag for $20! Cash, check, credit or debit cards, and Venmo are all accepted. All proceeds go to the Friends […]
Freeland Library --- This class is an introduction to hospice services, including what these services really are, how they get paid, how someone can qualify, and common myths about hospice. The truth may surprise you! Class provided by Hospice of the Northwest and all materials/resources are free of charge.
Freeland Library --- Learn tips for healthy aging and strategies for living independently in your home and community for as long as possible. This class goes over things to consider such as changes you can make around your home to reduce the risk of falls. Class provided by Hospice of […]
Freeland Library --- The library turns spooky after hours! We’ll turn up the scare factor with a lights out dramatic reading of ghost stories for adults, followed by a flashlight scavenger hunt through the darkened stacks. Scares! Chills! Thrills! A chance to win a gift card to local eateries!
Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S Central Ave. --- Join Zo and Sean at Clinton Hall for an evening of games. Try out the board games provided or bring a game to share. If you need any help learning a new game or deciding what to play we’ve got you covered. […]
Oak Harbor Library --- Professional photographer Paul Souders stepped out of his comfortable urban life and into a 22-foot fishing dory launched in the Hudson Bay on a quest to capture the perfect polar bear photo. Hear from Paul as he describes his experience exploring the unpredictable Arctic wilderness and reflects […]
Windjammer Park, Oak Harbor --- The North Whidbey Sunrise Rotary Club is holding a “Walk for Water” from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at Kitchen C at the west end of Windjammer Park in Oak Harbor to raise money to install a well in a village in Uganda, Africa. The walk […]
Coupeville Library --- Celebrate Orca Recovery Day by learning to write Haiku poetry about our friends in the sea and observing sea creatures up close in touch tanks. For all ages. Presented by Jen Gray, interpretive specialist for Washington State Parks Central Whidbey area and Tabitha Jacobs-Mangiafico, Whidbey coordinator for Sound […]
Langley Whale Center, 105 Anthes Ave. --- Orca Recovery Day is a region-wide effort with local conservation districts and many partner organizations, taking action on behalf of the endangered Southern Resident orcas. This day camp provides fun and educational activities to help young naturalists and advocates learn about the connections between […]
First United Methodist Church, 1050 SE Ireland, Oak Harbor --- A bi-monthly gathering for people with memory loss and their family to enjoy a time of fun, conversation, music and laughter (and snacks) in a dementia-friendly setting. Come join us for music and pumpkin painting.
Online event --- Candidates for contested positions: Mayor; Councilmember Positions 2 and 4; School Board Positions 2, 3, 4 and 5; North Whidbey Fire and Rescue Position 1. Candidates will answer questions and discuss topics submitted by the community. All forum sessions are free and open to the public. Zoom links […]
Oak Harbor Library --- There are fewer than 1,000 guanacos in the United States, and 10 of them live here on Whidbey Island. Guanacos are the wild ancestors from which domesticated llamas were bred and they produce luxurious fiber. Come hear from Lisa Mitchell and Greg Hudson, owners of Aliento Luxury […]
Coupeville Recreation Hall, 901 NW Alexander St., Coupeville ---- Local artists from Whidbey Allied Artists (WAA) will be presenting a show and sale. You’ll find photography, oil, watercolor, glass, ceramics, jewelry, wood artistry, and mixed media.
The TajGarage, 4632 S Tompkins Rd., Langley ---- Presented by Whidbey Island Arts Council Member Artists. The show will open with an Artists’ Reception on Friday. 60 percent of sales goes to the artists, 40 percent is for public art in Langley.
Online event --- Candidates for contested positions: Mayor; School Board Positions 1 and 4; Port of Coupeville Commissioners Districts 1 and 3 Candidates will answer questions and discuss topics submitted by the community. All forum sessions are free and open to the public. Zoom links will be posted on lwvwhidbey.org a […]
Coupeville Recreation Hall, 901 NW Alexander St., Coupeville ---- Local artists from Whidbey Allied Artists (WAA) will be presenting a show and sale. You’ll find photography, oil, watercolor, glass, ceramics, jewelry, wood artistry, and mixed media.
The TajGarage, 4632 S Tompkins Rd., Langley ---- Presented by Whidbey Island Arts Council Member Artists. The show will open with an Artists’ Reception on Friday. 60 percent of sales goes to the artists, 40 percent is for public art in Langley.
Coupeville Recreation Hall, 901 NW Alexander St., Coupeville ---- Local artists from Whidbey Allied Artists (WAA) will be presenting a show and sale. You’ll find photography, oil, watercolor, glass, ceramics, jewelry, wood artistry, and mixed media.
Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce, 32630 SR 20 --- Sponsored by I Support the Girls - Whidbey Island. Providing dignity for ladies experiencing distress from abuse, impoverishment and homelessness. Limits: three bras, three panties, three pairs of socks, tampon or pad period packs, and special gifts. All items free while supplies […]
The TajGarage, 4632 S Tompkins Rd., Langley ---- Presented by Whidbey Island Arts Council Member Artists. The show will open with an Artists’ Reception on Friday. 60 percent of sales goes to the artists, 40 percent is for public art in Langley.
Regency on Whidbey, 1040 SW Kimball Dr., Oak Harbor --- The public is invited to attend. Please contact Teri Mendiola, community relations director, for questions at 360-279-0933 or email: tmendiola@regency-pacific.com.
Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, 155 NE Ernst St. ----- Admission: Free - Lunch Buffet: $15 ---- Join Barry Meldrum, new Pacific Northwest Naval Air Museum Executive Director as he introduces himself and shares his background, military museum experience and his vision and goals for the […]
Greenbank Farm, 765 Wonn Rd. --- Enjoy hay rides and kids’ crafts. Whidbey Island Car Club will be there with their classic cars to “treat” from. Dress up your dogs too and bring them for a treat from WAIF. Visitors must have dogs on a leash.
VFW Parking Lot, Oak Harbor --- Come for treats, fun and prizes. Bring a non-perishable food item for donation to the North Whidbey Help House. The VFW is located at 3037 Goldie Rd.
Regency on Whidbey, 1040 SW Kimball Dr., Oak Harbor --- The public is invited to attend. Please contact Teri Mendiola, community relations director, for questions at 360-279-0933 or email: tmendiola@regency-pacific.com.
Coupeville Library --- Create with LEGO® at the library! Build independently or with others. We’ll provide the LEGO®; you provide the imagination. This is a drop-in program designed for ages 5 and up.
Coupeville Library ---- Create with LEGO® at the library! Build independently or with others. We’ll provide the LEGO®; you provide the imagination. This is a drop-in program designed for ages 5 and up.
Oak Harbor Library ---- Join us for a discussion of “The Year of the Witching.” Copies of the book can be picked up at the Oak Harbor Sno-Isle Library. Limited quantity available, but the book is also available in various formats via the Sno-Isle Library online catalog.
Oak Harbor Library ----- Join Island County Natural Resources staff and learn about the salmon cycle of life and connections with the long-standing traditions that are still practiced today by the Native American peoples of the Puget Sound region. This event will include the opportunity to experience a touchable, hands-on […]
Holmes Harbor Rod and Gun Club, Langley --- Holmes Harbor Rod and Gun Club is holding its Fall Sportsman’s Show in the Trap Shack on the club grounds at 3334 Brooks Hill Rd. FFL on site. Admission by donation. Email Michael for more information: backdoorsportsmm@gmail.com.
Holmes Harbor Rod and Gun Club, Langley --- Holmes Harbor Rod and Gun Club is holding its Fall Sportsman’s Show in the Trap Shack on the club grounds at 3334 Brooks Hill Rd. FFL on site. Admission by donation. Email Michael for more information: backdoorsportsmm@gmail.com.
Greenbank Farm, 765 Wonn Rd. --- This is the last Flea Market for 2023. Items range from locally made arts and crafts to that one thing you needed.
Coupeville Library --- Candace Wellman is the author of two national award-winning books, Peace Weavers (2017) and Interwoven Lives (2019) from WSU Press. An expert in research methods, sociology, history, and genealogy, Wellman meticulously researches her books.
Regency on Whidbey, Oak Harbor ---- Bring the kids for treats. Regency is located at 1040 SW Kimball Dr. For more information, call 360-279-0933.
Downtown Oak Harbor --- Trick or treating at downtown merchants, pet costume contest, Halloween music, and more. SE Pioneer Way will be closed to traffic between City Beach St. and Midway Blvd.
Coupeville Library, 788 NW Alexander St --- The agenda will be emailed to Committee Members prior to the meeting and available at Whidbey and Camano Islands Tourism Committee (whidbeycamanoislands.com). No lunch is provided, you may wish to bring a brown bag lunch. Virtual Option: Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/91748954066 Meeting ID: 917 […]
Regency on Whidbey, 1040 SW Kimball Dr., Oak Harbor --- Do you have questions about dementia, how it progresses, what changes you can expect, what to do when your loved one won’t listen, how to communicate with your loved one and maybe some insight into what they might be experiencing? Come […]
St. Augustine Catholic Church, 185 N Oak Harbor St., Oak Harbor --- Coffee, baked goods and lunch will be sold. The holiday collection includes decor, homemade crafts, handmade hats and scarves, toys, games and puzzles, home baked goods, and so much more.
Nordic Hall, 63 Jacobs Road, Coupeville --- Start your holiday shopping early. Beautiful handcrafted wearables, rugs, baskets, gifts and more by local fiber artists. Don’t miss this sale; it’s amazing. www.whidbeyweaversguild.org.
Oak Harbor Library ---- Did you know that plants get hungry too? Learn how plants make their food and why plants lose their leaves in colder weather. All ages welcome. Adult caretakers must be present for the duration of the program.
Concordia Lutheran Church, Oak Harbor --- Shop for crafts, secondhand treasures and baked goods. All proceeds benefit missions. The church is located at 590 N Oak Harbor St.
Freeland Library --- Book sales are held in the library’s meeting room on the first Saturday of each month. Hundreds of books for all ages are available by donation, or, fill a bag for $20! Cash, check, credit or debit cards, and Venmo are all accepted. All proceeds go to […]
Whidbey Playhouse, 730 SE Midway Blvd., Oak Harbor --- Tickets: $25 --- Drama critic Mortimer Brewster’s engagement announcement is upended when he discovers a corpse in his elderly aunts’ window seat. Mortimer rushes to tell Abby and Martha before they stumble upon the body themselves, only to […]