items tagged with Christmas
December 3, 2011
Santa delighted his downtown Anacortes crowd Friday night when he led a countdown and “threw the switch” on a community Christmas tree. Pictured here with Santa are members of the An-O-Chords men’s chorus, one of several music groups providing entertainment … Continue reading →
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December 2, 2011
Anacortes Chamber of Commerce President Kristi Gabrielse presided over a Friday evening event that included the traditional lighting of the community Christmas tree. There was an enthusiastic crowd for an evening that also featured visits from Santa and Town Crier … Continue reading →
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December 2, 2011
Fully decorated and ready to serve your Christmas needs in the “wardrobe” category is Upstage Boutique and Men’s Clothing on Commercial Avenue in downtown Anacortes. Owner Ann Smith has been in business here for more than 30 years. Upstage offers … Continue reading →
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December 1, 2011
Gardenias in December are hard to come by, but Shauna (right) at Donatello Flowers & Gifts handled my request within 24 hours. Donatello is prepared for Christmas, from seasonal inventory to sparkling decorations. Pictured here with Shauna is Barb, another … Continue reading →
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November 30, 2011
Look to the display windows at Bayshore Office Supply on Commercial Avenue and you will find several characters from the classic TV special: “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer,” the longest running Christmas program in U.S. history. The late Burl Ives, … Continue reading →
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November 27, 2011
I’m pretty sure “Mercantilian” isn’t a word, but I knew business owners Craig and Beth wouldn’t mind. The Mercantile was hopping as the big push toward Christmas begins. Last year I popped in for a photo of Nutcrackers, but this … Continue reading →
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November 27, 2011
All around Anacortes, business people are decorating for the Christmas season. Pictured here is Majestic Inn and Spa Sales and Catering Manager Renee Roberts, applying her decorating skills to the fireside room just inside the Commercial Avenue entrance. The Inn … Continue reading →
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November 26, 2011
I rarely associate the word “cactus” with Christmas, but each year I am reminded that the two go together as blossoms burst forth, delivering some of the first gifts of the season. This beautiful image was created by photographer friend … Continue reading →
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November 26, 2011
No one’s on the payroll, but there is a dedicated “staff” working in the weather at the Sunrise Kiwanis Club Christmas tree market in downtown Anacortes. An informational sandwich board tells the story of this club’s motivation: “Children = Priority … Continue reading →
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November 25, 2011
At points around the world, one of the first indications that Christmas is on its way is the sound of bells and the sight of the familiar red Salvation Army kettle. At his post Friday morning for the first day … Continue reading →
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November 3, 2011
Window shopping can be a great source of enjoyment during this season of the year. Start with Anacortes Marine Supply and Hardware on Commercial Avenue and work your way south. Don’t be afraid to step inside shops and galleries … … Continue reading →
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January 14, 2011
After weeks of a process that drew applications from all over the country, Anacortes Chamber of Commerce Board President Mark Bunzel announced Friday the selection of long-time Skagitonian Stephanie Hamilton as Executive Director. Hamilton, who until today’s announcement served the … Continue reading →
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