Photos by Tag: downtown Anacortes
Anacortes lights up for Christmas
Undeterred by coronavirus, Anacortes business people have “lit up” the community, dressing in holiday tradition for the Christmas season. Up and down Commercial Avenue and side streets, merchants, restaurateurs, professionals and hotel/motel operators have brightened their windows and interiors with seasonal decorations. Outside, the City and Chamber of Commerce have partnered to decorate with wreaths […]
North Basin, naturally
It might not classify as a physically challenging adventure, but the North Basin neighborhood at Cap Sante Marina is a wonderful place for a relaxing walk at water’s edge. My Monday visit included sightings of a loon, a chipmunk, two bucks and many tiny forest birds. Don’t forget natural flora … and there is often […]
Just a sliver of Oyster Run
The annual Oyster Run event that typically draws thousands of motorcyclists to downtown Anacortes was cancelled due to the pandemic. A midafternoon run through the area revealed only a few dozen bikes.
Fresh seafood
Blue heron reflected in water while enjoying a snack. Downtown Anacortes.
Looking down on the avenue: 2007
View of downtown Anacortes from the roof of the New Wilson Hotel, September 2007.
Downtown welcome, Summer 2006
One can only hope that our local businesses are able to remain healthy under the restrictions prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Who would have ever guessed such circumstances in the Summer of 2006?
Classic cars cruise Commercial
It was exciting Sunday afternoon to stumble onto a gathering of classic car/truck owners on Commercial Avenue. They rallied in front of historic Anacortes Marine Supply & Hardware, leaving at 3 p.m. to cruise south on Commercial, around the Highway 20 roundabout and back downtown. Good stuff.
Flower baskets beautify city
By this weekend the community of Anacortes will be even more beautiful than it already is, thanks to the effort of the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce, the City of Anacortes and a team of volunteers. On Friday this crew installed beautiful hanging baskets on Commercial Avenue. With the trees and floral contributions of store owners […]
Art Walk Friday, February 7
The First Friday Artwalk is Friday, February 7 from 6–9 p.m. 705 Commercial Ave, Trinity Skate Trinity Skate Gallery is featuring the “Read My Lips,” collection of Whitney L Anderson. For more information, see whitneylanderson.com. Standing exhibits include Trinity Skate’s skatedeck art, SLG Photography, the magical art of Melanie and Greg Dugan of Art Studio […]
Gallery extends celebration due to snow
Scott Milo Gallery in downtown Anacortes is extending their 25th Anniversary exhibition until February 4 to make up for some of the days of inclement weather. The exhibition features 15 artists: paintings, sculptures, glass and tables. Artists include Jennifer Bowman, Lanny Bergner, Randy Dana, Amanda Houston, Lewis Jones, Steve Klein, Gary Leake, Lorna Libert, Terri […]