Looking Back
Muralist on parade: Christmas 2006
One could always count in muralist Bill Mitchell to participate in the annual Anacortes Lions Christmas Parade. This photo was taken in 2006, Bill with salmon and Little Mermaid Ariel, all aboard in his familiar three-wheeled electric vehicle, corn cob pipe in place.
Scenes from Anacortes Christmas Past
With the traditional Anacortes Tree Lighting event going virtual tonight (Friday, Dec. 4), I thought it would be fun to get aboard the Wayback Machine for some scenes from tree lightings past. Many of those pictured here, including Santa, Mayor Laurie Gere and TJ Fantini, are still actively involved in Chamber of Commerce activities! “Jingle […]
Santa waits on boy’s wish list: 2005
I remember this like it was yesterday: a little guy scratching his head as he shares his wish list with Santa. This was a 2005 Chamber of Commerce Christmas event at the Majestic Inn & Spa.
Anacortes waterfront 2009
There have been many changes in this city since August 2009 when this photo was taken, not the least of which are improvements at Seafarers’ Memorial Park and Cap Sante Marina.
Steam Engine Show: 2004
A scene from the Anacortes Steam Engine & Antiques Show, 2004. Sternwheeler W.T. Preston in the background.
Guest arrives at Christmas party: 2011
Among special guests at the 2011 Port of Anacortes Community Christmas event was this larger-than-life fireman from Shell Puget Sound Refinery. This wonderful evening event, cancelled this year due to coronavirus, has become a rich holiday tradition.
Ho Taylor honored: 2004
Ho Taylor (center) was among 14 area citizens recognized in April 2004 as Real Heroes by the Anacortes/San Juans Chapter of the American Red Cross. Taylor, who was instrumental in establishing a public hospital district in Anacortes many years ago, was honored in the “Community Volunteer” category. She has served the past 19 years as […]
Skateboard park: 2001
In the fall of 2001 the city’s skateboard park on “R” Avenue was under construction, and Mayor Dean Maxwell (center) stopped by to check out the progress. The park has been a great addition to the community, offering a recreational option for many young people.
Balancing act
Shorebirds practice their balancing act as paparazzo watches on at Skagit Wildlife Area. September 2020.
New docks at Cap Sante Marina: 2005
The Port of Anacortes, owner of the Cap Sante Marina, has made impressive improvements at the downtown marina over the years. These images show dock work under way in December 2005, when shoreside businesses included Captain’s Place Restaurant and Cap Sante Marine. Today the “A” Dock, otherwise known as the commercial dock, is undergoing replacement […]
Princess Louisa Inlet: 2005
One of the most memorable trips of my life. An October 2005 adventure to British Columbia with a group of men from my church. We motored up and back to Chatterbox Falls aboard the beautiful sailboat “Makai,” skippered by Dr. Larry Stickles. This photo is not of Chatterbox, but a small “feeder falls” on a […]
An-O-Chords: Christmas 2015
I’ve seen my first Christmas commercials on TV, so I guess it’s time to trot out some images from Christmas Past. This shot is from the Anacortes Schools Foundation Christmas fundraiser in 2015, featuring the always popular An-O-Chords men’s choir! The event took place at the Port of Anacortes Transit Shed Event Center.
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