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SPRING
CLEANING MONDAY, MAY 14, 9:30 AM
Join us on the 14th for a good Spring Cleaning of the COMMUNITY HALL.
We will be organizing cupboards, closets, touching up paint & cleaning
windows. Wear your comfy clothes and join us for a cleaning frenzy.
—Fran and Fonda.
The Samish Island Community Club Board will hold its monthly meeting
on Wednesday, May 16 at 7 pm. Any interested resident is welcome to
attend.
* Many thanks to Debbie Emerson who has been mowing the grass at the
Comm. Hall since early spring.
*Tide calendars, both graph and tables, plus community rosters, are
available at Blau’s.
*We still have a lot of license plate holders, and some sizes of Samish
Island T-shirts and sweat shirts .
—Call Chuck at 766-6705
The EDGEWATER
GARDEN CLUB will meet at the homes of Janene Kenaston & Sue
Sentner, 11543 & 11549 Blue Heron Rd. on Tuesday, May 22nd. Coffee
& visiting begin at 9:45 AM followed by the business meeting at
10:15. Members will enjoy a POTLUCK brunch on the beach (weather permitting)
from 11--noon. Bring your favorite brunch dish to share. Everyone is
welcome!
ROUND-UP
ON A SHORELINE WORKSHOP
I think the Community Hall would have been packed on April 28th if folks
had known how interesting and informative each speaker was on the topic
of the shoreline of this island. The presentations helped in understanding
the larger context of our terrain—an island carved out by receding
glaciers 10 to 12,000 years ago, and that is under constant realignment
by the forces of wind, waves and tides. Speakers addressed the causes
of bluff erosion, the measures that are helpful or counter-productive
to slowing the process, the vital need to prevent sewage and other contaminants
from defiling water quality— (imagine, we have 2 oyster companies
in our immediate bays which test water quality twice weekly. Sporadic
closed beds get reopened more promptly than in other areas.) Useful
vegetation for shoreline protection was addressed, and how such can
foster necessary food-chain elements for shell fish. Emphasis was placed
on neighbors’ recognizing similar concerns and working together
for results that one stretch of property alone could never attain. Thank
you to Samish Islander Steve Hansen who directs the Skagit Conservation
Education Alliance, for coordinating this free workshop and making it
happen. (Hey, that lunch alone was worth the trip to the Hall!) SSL
editor.
---HAPPY
MOTHER’S DAY---
2nd
ANNUAL ISLAND-WIDE GARAGE/ESTATE SALE SATURDAY, JUNE 16, 8 AM -- 2 PM.
Although we are still short by about 7 homes to reach out goal of 15
homes for this year's Estate/Garage sale, I am hoping people will be
calling me in the next few days so that your address can be listed in
the advertisement/maps that will be provided. (I will be out of town
from 23 May to 4 June, so it really is important to get a hold of me
(Richard Sentner, 766-6763) in the coming days. The cost is $15 per
household to cover expenses (not $10 as previously mentioned). Balloons
will highlight locations. Let’s hope for a clear day to coax crowds
to the Island!
Do remember
that SEPTICS 101 WORKSHOP happens on May 22, 7 to 9 pm at the
Community Hall. State mandatory inspections of our septic systems become
effective this July. (Just attending the workshop will save you $100
on the cost of that inspection.) Please register for this free session
by calling Steve Olsen, 336-9380. (By the way, Steve Olsen is an engaging
speaker--even on this disengaging, but vital, topic!)
The SAMISH
SENIOR SINGLES will hope for seasonable weather when they gather
for their “brown bag” lunch at Bayview State Park on Friday,
May 25th, 11 am. Contact: Betty Chowka , 766-8032
2007
Summer SAMISH ARTS FESTIVAL, Sat., July 28th
You will find some changes this year. Invite your friends for a fun
day. ATTENTION ARTISTS - application forms have been sent to
artists who have been in recent Samish Island Arts Festivals. (If you
have not received one, it may be because your address has changed.)
Contact Kathy Huckleberry at 766-8801. If you are new to Samish Island
or just have never participated and would like to do so this year, please
call Janene Kenaston 766-6290 or Karen Hadman 766-5096. We would like
to chat with you and answer any questions.
HIKING
ANYONE? We were lucky last month with some good hiking weather,
so the hiking group is ready to enjoy another outing together. Please
join us on the second Thursday of the month (May 10th) for a trek with
other outdoor enthusiasts. The plan is a hike to Fragrance Lake. This
trail is about 6 miles roundtrip, with 1,000 feet of elevation gain.
Meet at the Community Club at 10 AM, bring a lunch, and be ready for
some fun. Call Marlene at 766-5093 with questions.
IN
THE NEWS:
SPORTS:
NW Conference Meets of Burlington-Edison H.S. Track and Field Team:
–—Danielle Nordlund has excelled in both high and low jump
events.
——Keala Bingham took a win for the Tigers in the 800 meter
run.
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EARTH
DAY: The Skagit Valley Herald mentioned Pat and Strand Wedul as
volunteering to remove invasive plants and restore native vegetation
at the Swinomish Earth Enhancement celebration April 21st. What motivated
them was connecting with the Snohomish Tribe while helping the environment.
Leave it to Strand to inject his humor, “It’s a chance for
some old retired geezers to do some good for the world.” (Did Pat
wince?)
CAMP
KIRBY is moving ahead with its usual excitement as everyone prepares
for the campers! The Camp is open to any boys and girls who are interested
in a day camp or a resident camp experience on Samish. Registration
is still open: call 360-733-5710.
Important dates:
May 8: Spaghetti dinner in the Kirby Lodge, 6 p.m.
June 3: Open House 12 noon--5 p.m.
June 16: Work Party, 10am--5pm
Do
you want to attract the beautiful WESTERN BLUEBIRD to Samish Island?
They are already in the Conway/Fir Island area and so coaxing them to
Samish seems like a possibility. In fact last year one pair was sighted
on Blue Heron Rd. by local birding expert Howard Armstrong, but they
moved on. However, Howard says they’re always exploring for new
territory and, if they discover bluebird houses here they’ll be
encouraged to stay. (These are really nesting boxes—the bird is
too fragile to nest outside. Flying insects are their food.) Janene
Kenaston, a bluebird enthusiast, is willing to answer anyone’s
questions (766-6290) The Skagit Wild Bird supply store (outside West
Mt.Vernon) sells bluebird boxes for $28.99 & up. They have a make-it-yourself
kit for $19.99. (The Prescott Bluebird Recovery Project in Oregon has
already greatly increased that State’s Bluebird population.)
Volunteer
drivers needed for Meals on Wheels delivery to homebound seniors
in Mt. Vernon area. Milleage reimbursement available. Takes approx.
3 hrs. of a volunteer’s time with their car, one day a week. (Before
committing yourself, take a test ride with one of our drivers and see
if it’s something you want to do.) For more information, please
call Glenda at the Mt. Vernon Senior
Center, 336-5757.
MONDAY,
MAY 28th IS MEMORIAL DAY, when the casualties of the present war
are especially in our minds and hearts. Martha Raddatz, ABC’s Chief
White House Correspondent has spent time near the frontlines of the
Iraq struggle each year since the start of the war. She has just authored
a book, The Long Road Home, a Story of War and Family. She sees the
burden of war as falling solely on the troops and their families and
thus wants to tell their stories.
ADS
FOR
SALE:
——Enclosed Utility Trailer. Sturdy trailer, 8x4, leaf springs,
plus a separate waterproof utility box secured to tongue. $850. 766-7819
—Chuse Air-Pro 4 hp. 20 gal. air compressor, $225
—Axle & springs, elec. brake, 5”lug bolt pattern, $125
obo
—Multi-use canopy w/ sidewalls, new,10x20, waterproof,
—Wood stove, 28x21x38”. $50 $100
(4 above ads, 766-7805)
SERVICES:
--Landscape design, pruning, mowing & general garden maintenance.
In business on Samish Island since 1990. Call Debbie Emerson, 766-5095
--- S.I.Yoga Class for all abilities meets Tues. 10-11:30am at the Comm.
of Christ Church. So grab your mat & blanket, wear loose clothing,
& join a very nice group of people reaping the benefits of yoga.
--Liz Bart, 766-8403
-----Revitalizing Massage: Find Balance in the art of massage with Whole
Body Awareness. Call Jennifer Hamley, LMP, flexible schedule , 766-5235
---Ryan Collins of Roney Rd. asks you to contact him for details about
his business providing ACN Phone Service, Local,LD, Internet, Cellular,
Digital, at the most competitive market rates. RyanCollins_@Msn.com
(360) 202-1214
---Car Cleaning, anything from wash & vacuum to complete detail.(You
tell me what you want). Refs. available;
Call Travis, 766-4324, or 421-3242 (cell)
---”Ryan Bart’s Mystifying Magic” offers half-hr. magic
show, great for all ages. Keep in mind for a special gathering for family,friends,
business. Referencs.766-7819
—RENTAL
Cottage on the water for short stays. Nicely furnished, 2 bedrms. 766-6686
(evenings)
—CRIBBAGE 4th Tues. at 10749 Samish I. Rd. 766-6501
—HELP WANTED: Handicapped Island resident needs occasional help
with lifting, moving stuff around the house, a little landscaping, misc.
household chores.Perfect for a high school student. No set hours. I
call, you come when you can. Please call: Tom 206-396-5868. or email:
bltsullivan@hotmail.com.
GARAGE SALE:. May 18 & 19. 10511 Samish Island Rd. All proceeds
go to Friendship House.
Items
for the next Shore Lines should be submitted in writing to Kathleen
Packard, 9920 S.I. Rd., by 5 pm on
June 7 (first Thursday), 766-6752, kwpackard@aol.com
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