The second day of the Anacortes Arts Festival saw rain pelting festiival goers. The festival continues Sunday, 10-5. (Richard Grosvenor photo)

One of the winners at the Anacortes Arts Festival, Jeffery Zigulis of Camano Island, shows off his "Dream Masks" Friday afternoon. He picked up 2 awards: Cornelia's Garden Creativity Award, worth $1,000, and the Chamber of Commerce Block Award, worth $100. 

This weekend, the streets of Anacortes fill with 260 outstanding juried Booth Artisans, first class Fine Art Exhibitions, Culinary Art with an international selection of foods, and a creative Youth Activities area for the youngest artists, as well as great music.

Jake Anderson and Nick Mavar from the Deadliest Catch TV series will be signing autographs at The Market in Anacortes this Saturday from noon to 4 pm. 

Island Hospital recently honored 3 doctors as the latest recipients of the "Spirit of Island Hospital" community service award. Those honored included (l. to r.) Dr. John Chambers, Dr. Hal Clure, and Dr. Harold Eiesland.

A new restriction on parking in this area of Sixth St. near I Ave. drew some contentious discussion at City Council, with 2 members voting against the restrictions.