Activities Journal
December 8, 2012
Thanks to the Anacortes Lions Club for another great Christmas Parade! The 2012 parade rolled down Commercial Avenue under blue skies, a great backdrop for cell phone photos and digital cameras among those in an enthusiastic crowd. Among parade entries … Continue reading →
December 7, 2012
Hundreds of people gathered in downtown Anacortes Friday evening for the annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting and Holiday Artwalk sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. Posted here are just a few images from a great family event!
November 11, 2012
A “missing man” flyover was part of the Veterans Day event held Sunday at the Port of Anacortes Event Center. More photos pending.
November 6, 2012
http://vote.wa.gov/results/current/skagit/ One of the most dramatic “local” contests was the defeat of 20-year State Senator Mary Margaret Haugen (pictured), who was defeated by Republican Barbara Bailey in the 10th District. Click to this link for other election results from Skagit … Continue reading →
November 5, 2012
Pictured here from election night November 6, 1984 are Bill Vaux, Homer Lundquist, Lowell Peterson and Otto Walberg.
October 12, 2012
Classes displayed their creative/construction skills Friday afternoon as their Homecoming floats rolled up Commercial Avenue. Films that inspired the students included Lion King, Little Shop of Horrors, Peter Pan and Grease.
October 8, 2012
The following are a few photos I’ve collected over the years. Images of Dr. Eugene “Bud” Strom, Anacortes native and civic contributor extraordinaire. Happy 90th, Bud!
September 30, 2012
A walk around Heart Lake (not the entire loop) Saturday yielded not only some exercise and time to reflect, but “pathway portraits” as well. Some of those are included in this collection.
September 9, 2012
This year’s Antique Engine and Machinery Show featured an exciting new twist … a parade of antique machines, featuring many of the steam units including a 1913 Case half-size tractor replica.
September 6, 2012
I took a stroll the other day along the wonderful public trail at Ship Harbor, adjacent to the state ferry terminal. A visit to this recently “developed” shoreline access area is a must, especially for those who call Anacortes home. … Continue reading →
August 18, 2012
Dozens of volunteers committed a weekend day to the kids and families attending the 2012 Ready to Learn event, an annual “fair” at which back to school supplies, clothing and services (such as haircuts, health checks) are made available at … Continue reading →
August 11, 2012
What a great day for steamboats in Anacortes, Washington!
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