It was heartwarming Saturday, August 20 to see the Salvation Army, Anacortes School District, Anacortes Fire and Police departments and many clubs and service organizations turn out to serve children at the 2011 “Ready to Learn” Fair at the Middle School. Services ranged from haircuts to hot dogs, and supplies from paper and books to backpacks and bicycle helmets. Thanks to all who make this annual back-to-school event such a great success!
A fourth generation Skagit County native who was moved kicking and screaming from this island community in 1960. I finally reclaimed an Anacortes address in 1980, and I have been in constant celebration of my return since that time. Many of us who call Anacortes home love Fidalgo Island for its natural assets: among them are rugged beaches, pristine lakes, thousands of acres of forestland and some awesome views of the Skagit Valley and surrounding islands. Another element of my love affair with this community is its people, both natives and immigrants. They will “star” in many of my journal entries.
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