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First Friday Artwalk expands

Art Shotwell May. 30 2017 2 minutes read

Summer Artwalk 2017

Something new is happening in downtown Anacortes this Friday. In the spirit of bringing the community together, two local events, Open Streets and First Friday Artwalks, are joining forces to create a “Street Plaza” setting on Commercial Avenue between 4th Street and 6th Street.

Port honors The Cabana

Art Shotwell May. 30 2017 2 minutes read

2017 0530 cabana

The Cabana by Anthony’s has been awarded the Port of Anacortes’ Economic Development Partner Award for 2017. The award ceremony will be taking place on June 2, 2017 at the Waterfront Festival Dinner at the Port’s Transit Shed Event Center.

City gets top Smart Communities Award

Art Shotwell May. 27 2017 5 minutes read

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The city of Anacortes has picked up one of the top three Governor's Smart Communities Awards for the city's Comprehensive Planning efforts.

Police Blotter, May 20 - 26, 2017

May. 27 2017 6 minutes read

A 20-year old Anacortes driver told police he had other things on his mind on Saturday afternoon, May 20, when they spoke with him following a two-car motor vehicle accident he was involved in at 11th and Q Avenue.

Wounded veteran finds inspiration in memorial plaza

Art Shotwell May. 26 2017 2 minutes read

2017 0526 veterans memorial. Courtesy Anacortes School District

Retired Army Major Scott Smiley recently visited the Veterans Memorial Plaza at Anacortes High School’s Seahawk Stadium. Smiley was wounded in Iraq in 2005 when a roadside bomb left him completely blind.

Fidalgo Island Rock Charmers

May. 25 2017 4 minutes read

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Anacortes is known for its small town charms, fantastic hiking trails, amazing sunsets and family-friendly festivals. Now rocks can be added to the list. But, these aren’t just any rocks. They are hand-painted rock creations meant to inspire creativity, kindness, and the exploration of nature.

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7 Nov
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 Christian Casolary's Resonance Quartet 
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All Ages Jazz Jam  
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