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Cherry Cherry delights once again
Steve Kelly and “Cherry Cherry” told their concert crowd they love Anacortes. And it is obvious Anacortes loves them! This Neil Diamond tribute band delighted a local audience once again Friday at Seafarers’ Memorial Park. Kelly left the stage on numerous occasions to greet his audience, sometimes with microphone and song. Among special elements of […]
T-Bone, Anacortes police dog
Always a crowd favorite: K9 T-Bone of the Anacortes Police Department. These photos of T-Bone and his handler, Officer Tyler Hatcher, were taken at the National Night Out event August 6 at Storvik Park. Hatcher has been T-Bone’s handler since 2019. The two make public appearances on a regular basis.
Tursi legacy in Anacortes
Memory Lane: Outdoor mural of John and Doris Tursi on the wall of the Soroptimist Shop in downtown Anacortes. John Tursi was invited to visit the Rose garden where President Reagan honored him as “Outstanding Senior Volunteer.” He died in 2016. A quote from his obituary reads: “Other awards are too many to mention, but […]
Tall ship replica, Fidalgo Bay
Tall ship replica “Lady Washington” begins to drop sails as she motors on Fidalgo Bay for an afternoon excursion. Mt. Baker in the background.
National Night Out: Anacortes 2024
A big crowd including many children gathered Tuesday at Storvik Park for the 2024 National Night Out. This event featured many public service organizations and agencies, ranging from police and fire departments to Homeland Security and the Humane Society. The two-hour community event opened with a Scout color guard and bagpipe player. Among community leaders […]
Two ladies at Anacortes marina
Pictured here are two ladies: the tallship replica “Lady Washington” (homeport Grays Harbor) and the sculpture “Lady by the Sea.” The tall ship is docked at Cap Sante Marina and the sculpture is located on the edge of the marina at Seafarers’ Memorial Park.
9th Annual ‘Little Gems’ show
Scott Milo Gallery will sponsor Plein Air Washington Artists from August 2-31, with an opening reception Friday, August 2 6-8 p.m. in conjunction with opening night of the Anacortes Arts Festival. The gallery will feature a juried fine art show with 70 small works by Plein Air Washington Artists. You’ll find watercolors, mixed media, oils and […]
Art at the Depot open
Art at the Depot! For those eager to see some beautiful art BEFORE the Anacortes Arts Festival opens Friday, visit The Depot at 7th and R, next door to the W.T. Preston and the Maritime Heritage Museum. Open to the public. Juried art by 80 artists. Pictured here is Festival Creative Manager Rita James.
The Lady arrives
Tall ship replica Lady Washington makes the corner from the Guemes Channel into Fidalgo Bay enroute to Cap Sante Marina in downtown Anacortes. Monday, July 29. She’ll be based at the marina for several days. Click here for more information.
City project on the water
This barge, crane and equipment on Fidalgo Bay are for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Outfall project that the City of Anacortes is just starting. The owners of the MJB property allowed the city to use the area as a staging area for the very large pipes for this project.
Sailing Fidalgo Bay
While hundreds enjoyed a summer concert from traditional seating on a park lawn, this sailor opted to watch/listen from the water. Fidalgo Bay at Seafarers’ Memorial Park in downtown Anacortes.
Baker and the band
Another beautiful night at Seafarers’ Memorial Park, “The Atlantics” on stage and Mt. Baker providing the backdrop. The Atlantics performed Wednesday evening as part of the 2024 Port Summer Concert series. Free concerts take place here Wednesday and Friday nights, 6-8 p.m., into August.