Anacortes Now - News & Features

Computer Questions Answered (1:00PM)
Bring your computer questions and concerns to the new walk-in computer clinic, staffed by local professionals at the Anacortes Senior Center. The clinics are 1-3 p.m. every Thursday.

First Friday Gallery Walk (6:00PM)
The first Friday of every month is First Friday Gallery Walk, featuring the art galleries of Anacortes. Doors open 6-9 pm.

City Council Meeting (7:30PM)
Regular City Council meeting, in City Hall

Council Member Available (9:00AM)
City Council member Erica Pickett will be available to meet with residents with concerns about city business every Tuesday from 9-10am in the little conference room at the back of the City Council chambers.

Anacortes Dockers Toastmasters Club (12:00PM)
Anacortes Dockers Toastmasters Club meets at noon every Tuesday upstairs in Village Pizza, 807 Commercial Ave. 360-757-7391.

Computer Questions Answered (1:00PM)
Bring your computer questions and concerns to the new walk-in computer clinic, staffed by local professionals at the Anacortes Senior Center. The clinics are 1-3 p.m. every Thursday.

Childbirth Classes At Island Hospital (6:30PM)
Childbirth Classes at Island Hospital Island Hospital offers a six-week childbirth preparation class that includes information on breastfeeding, the norms of pregnancy and birth, stages of labor, pain management options, car seat information, infant care and newborn characteristics. Guest speakers are also included. We recommend you take this class around the 6th month of your pregnancy. Thursdays, January 8th - February 12th, 6:30-9pm $95 (DSHS medical coupons also accepted) Registration: 360-299-1309 Thursday, January 08, 2009 06:30 PM - 09:00 PM Location: Island Hospital 1211 24th St.

Port Commissioners Meeting (7:00PM)
January 8, 2009 Thursday 7:00 P.M. (This meeting is rescheduled from the usual 1st Thursday date of January 1, 2009) Commission Meeting Room - Main Port Warehouse Building 1st & Commercial Avenue, Anacortes, WA 98221

Starlight Beach Walk (8:00PM)
Free, Guided tour at Sunset Beach, Washington Park, Anacortes. Come join us for a starlight beach walk where you will discover the wonders of marine life at low tide. Bring flashlights, dress warmly and wear sturdy shoes or rubber boots. Hot chocolate and cookies provided. Sponsored by WSU Skagit County Beach Watchers and People for Puget Sound.

Contact Info : Britta Eschete beschete@pugetsound.org 360-336-1931 Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Ian McFeron Band Live @ Rockfish Gril (9:00PM)
Ian McFeron, a prolific songwriter whose lyrical prose and fervent work ethic has drawn comparisons to Bob Dylan and Ryan Adams, has released a steady stream of albums: Don't Look Back (2003), A Long Way To Freedom (2005), Fistfight With Father Time (2006). His most recent release, Let It Ride (2007) marks his fourth full length LP – a fourteen—track narrative spanning themes of love and heartbreak, faith and despair, political corruption and hope. Released on March 3rd, 2007, Let It Ride was celebrated with back—to—back shows at the Triple Door, both of which sold out in advance. The lead—off track 'Comfort in the Bottle' has since been placed in regular rotation at KMTT 103.7 FM 'The Mountain' in Seattle (AAA—formatted radio). Ian McFeron has performed with international touring artists such as Patty Griffin, Nanci Griffith, Shawn Mullins, Amos Lee, Julia Fordham, Carbon Leaf, The Hothouse Flowers, and Jars of Clay. In live performance, McFeron (vocals, guitar, piano) is joined by the Texas fiddle of Alisa Milner and the backbeat rhythms of Mark Bateman on drums. The diverse musicianship of its members allows the Seattle—based Ian McFeron Band to shift smoothly through a variety of roots—Americana styles, ranging from acoustic folk—rock to gritty alt—country blues, from heartfelt, soulful ballads to driving, danceable backbeat grooves. 'The Ian McFeron Band plays an earthy yet sophisticated blend of folk, rock, alternative—country and blues that belies the band's youthfulness. And it's danceable, too.” — Gene Stout, Seattle PI 3/2/07, Article on Ian McFeron

Cholesterol Screening At Island Hospital (8:00AM)
Cholesterol Screening at Island Hospital This screening includes total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL and glucose levels. These can be indicators of cardiovascular disease or diabetic tendencies. A 12-hour fast is required with water and needed medications only. First come, first served. Questions: 360-299-1309 Sponsored by the Island Hospital Foundation. Island Hospital Resource Center 1211 24th St.

Council Member Available (9:00AM)
City Council member Erica Pickett will be available to meet with residents with concerns about city business every Tuesday from 9-10am in the little conference room at the back of the City Council chambers.

Anacortes Dockers Toastmasters Club (12:00PM)
Anacortes Dockers Toastmasters Club meets at noon every Tuesday upstairs in Village Pizza, 807 Commercial Ave. 360-757-7391.

South Fidalgo Community Council Meeting (6:30PM)
South Fidalgo residents please join our monthly meeting to discuss issues affecting our area. Meeting is 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm in the auditorium at Fidalgo Elementary School on Gibralter. Get involved in your community! Wednesday, January 14, 2009 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM Location: Fidalgo Elementary School, 13590 Gibralter Road

Computer Questions Answered (1:00PM)
Bring your computer questions and concerns to the new walk-in computer clinic, staffed by local professionals at the Anacortes Senior Center. The clinics are 1-3 p.m. every Thursday.

Basic Photo Restoration (6:30PM)
Basic Photo Restoration using Photoshop or Photoshop Elements. Instructor - Tony Locke Beginner to Intermediate Cost $29.00 per person

Contact Info : That Photo Shoppe 512 Commercial Ave, Anacortes 360-588-6968 kklocke1@mac.com Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.digitalartmoments.com

Basic Photo Restoration
Basic Photo Restoration using Photoshop or Photoshop Elements. Instructor - Tony Locke Beginner to Intermediate Cost $29.00 per person

Contact Info : That Photo Shoppe 512 Commercial Ave, Anacortes 360-588-6968 kklocke1@mac.com Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.digitalartmoments.com

Scottish Country Dance Class (7:00PM)
Scottish Country Dance Class for anyone 8 years or older. Scottish Country Dancing is the social, participatory dancing of Scotland dating back to the 1600s. The first class is FREE for new dancers. New dancers who sign up get 50% off the first 10 weeks of class. Drop-in dancers also welcome. The class is designed for all abilities. No partner or kilt required. Soft soled shoes recommended. Great for home schooled students. The class is coordinated by the Skagit Scottish Country Dance Club, a recreational dance group located in Skagit County for 14 years. We welcome everyone to join out club! This is NOT the competitive highland dancing for youth. Monday, February 16, 2009 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM Cost: First Class Free! Location: Depot Arts Center 611 R. Avenue

Mia Vermillion And Orville Johnson @ Star Bar (9:00PM)
Mia Vermillion and Orville Johnson bring a rich styling of acoustic blues to Anacortes Blues singer Mia Vermillion performs her genre blending sound of blues and early jazz with legendary slide guitarist Orville Johnson and premier acoustic guitarist John Miller. Mia’s earthy and sensuous vocals are mixed with Orville's acoustic and slide guitar. Her music features originals, as well as her interpretation of blues and early jazz tunes. Mia is due to release her debut album 'Alone Together With the Blues' in January 2009, which features Orville Johnson on dobro slide and acoustic guitar. The record is a magical combination of Mia and Orville; her voice and his guitars. Sample tracks can be heard at www.miavermillion.com. Legendary for his slide guitar playing, Orville Johnson has released 7 albums including the acclaimed “Slide and Joy” and has been featured in multiple television and movie soundtracks. Dennis Roger Reed of Folk Works Magazine has described Orville as '...arguably the best dobro player in America.” John Miller is a premier acoustic guitarist with roots in country blues, jazz and folk. John has recorded five solo albums under the Blue Goose and Rounder Records labels and has played on numerous other recordings. John recently released his first solo recordings in twenty-five years with, “Hey There,” a collection of jazz standards and “This Old Hammer,” an acoustic country blues record.

Council Member Available (9:00AM)
City Council member Erica Pickett will be available to meet with residents with concerns about city business every Tuesday from 9-10am in the little conference room at the back of the City Council chambers.

Anacortes Dockers Toastmasters Club (12:00PM)
Anacortes Dockers Toastmasters Club meets at noon every Tuesday upstairs in Village Pizza, 807 Commercial Ave. 360-757-7391.

Bone Density Screening At Island Hospital (8:00AM)
Bone Density Screening at Island Hospital This non-intrusive test provides an estimate of your bone density by scanning your heel. If you already have a diagnosis of osteoporosis confirmed by a more complex imaging test, this is not the screening for you. This screening is accurate for women only. Appointments are required, 360-299-1367. Wednesday, January 21, 2009 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM Cost:$5 Island Hospital Resource Center 1211 24th St.

Computer Questions Answered (1:00PM)
Bring your computer questions and concerns to the new walk-in computer clinic, staffed by local professionals at the Anacortes Senior Center. The clinics are 1-3 p.m. every Thursday.

How To Use Your Digital Camera (6:30PM)
We will cover the basic features of digital cameras and how to apply them. Level - Beginners to intermediate. Bring your 'digital camera' and manual.

Contact Info : That Photo Shoppe 512 Commercial Ave, Anacortes 360-588-6968 kklocke1@mac.com Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.digitalartmoments.com

How To Use Your Digital Camera
We will cover the basic features of digital cameras and how to apply them. Level - Beginners to intermediate. Bring your 'digital camera' and manual.

Contact Info : That Photo Shoppe 512 Commercial Ave, Anacortes 360-588-6968 kklocke1@mac.com Email : This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Url: http://www.digitalartmoments.com

Council Member Available (9:00AM)
City Council member Erica Pickett will be available to meet with residents with concerns about city business every Tuesday from 9-10am in the little conference room at the back of the City Council chambers.

Anacortes Dockers Toastmasters Club (12:00PM)
Anacortes Dockers Toastmasters Club meets at noon every Tuesday upstairs in Village Pizza, 807 Commercial Ave. 360-757-7391.

Computer Questions Answered (1:00PM)
Bring your computer questions and concerns to the new walk-in computer clinic, staffed by local professionals at the Anacortes Senior Center. The clinics are 1-3 p.m. every Thursday.