This is a closeup of the top of one of the city’s colorful Commercial Avenue banners, a sure sign that the summer season is on its way. There are “banner catalogues” from which to shop, but the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce has wisely opted to display the work of local artists including schoolchildren. Soon hanging […]
The Port of Anacortes, a partner in many community events and activities, has provided pole banner space to the Anacortes Arts Festival. Visit the central dock at Cap Sante Boat Haven in downtown Anacortes to see recent upgrades including ramps, lights and benches. Don’t forget the beautiful compass rose decorating the surface of the dock […]
Chamber of Commerce executive Michael Broome “took it to the streets” Friday, operating a borrowed boom truck to hang Christmas banners along Commercial Avenue, the city’s retail business corridor. In addition to white lights in the downtown area, many merchants have decorated office and shop windows. Also, the Chamber offers free horse and carriage rides […]
Mike Young, who works with the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce on many beautification projects along Commercial Avenue, presided over the changing of the banners last week. The Ave now boasts bright blue banners with a sailboat motif.