Join us at the library on the first and third Saturdays of the month for a simple 60-minute yoga practice designed for every body. Move through some basic poses while linking breath to movement. Great for beginners or anyone looking for a gentle practice. Bring your own yoga mat.
Yoga at the Library: Gentle Flow for Adults - Saturday, April 1 & 15 - 9:00 am
Community Meeting Room
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T205618Z SEQUENCE:8902 LOCATION:10th Street\, Anacortes\, 98221 GEO:48.51474590;-122.61658379 X-LOCATION-DISPLAYNAME:Anacortes Public Library X-ACCESS:1 X-HITS:103 X-COLOR:3366cc X-SHOW-END-TIME:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230412T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230412T190000 UID:D2EAE430-EFA1-42BE-A9BD-48FEC350CC58 SUMMARY:What Laughter Tells Us CREATED:20230330T183240Z DTSTAMP:20230330T183240Z URL:https://www.anacortesnow.com/new-calendar/what-laughter-tells-us DESCRIPTION:Laughter shapes the way we listen to each other and can be a signal of who belongs – and who doesn’t. While everyone finds different things funny, we all have experienced laughter. And what we find funny shapes how we interconnect. Through clips of Asian American stand-up comedians, Professor Michelle Liu explores how humor can change the patterns of belonging that everyone in the United States has inherited. \NMichelle Liu is a professor of English and the associate director of writing programs at the University of Washington. She specializes in writing and exploring ideas about identity, history, emotion, and storytelling. \NHumanities Washington Presents: What Laughter Tells Us: Asian Americans, Laughter & Belonging \NWednesday, April 12 @ 6:00 pm \NLibrary Community Meeting Room X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Laughter shapes the way we listen to each other and can be a signal of who belongs – and who doesn’t. While everyone finds different things funny, we all have experienced laughter. And what we find funny shapes how we interconnect. Through clips of Asian American stand-up comedians, Professor Michelle Liu explores how humor can change the patterns of belonging that everyone in the United States has inherited.
Michelle Liu is a professor of English and the associate director of writing programs at the University of Washington. She specializes in writing and exploring ideas about identity, history, emotion, and storytelling.
Humanities Washington Presents: What Laughter Tells Us: Asian Americans, Laughter & Belonging
Wednesday, April 12 @ 6:00 pm
Library Community Meeting Room
LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T210328Z SEQUENCE:959448 LOCATION:10th Street\, Anacortes\, 98221 GEO:48.51474590;-122.61658379 X-LOCATION-DISPLAYNAME:Anacortes Public Library X-ACCESS:1 X-HITS:297 X-COLOR:3366cc X-SHOW-END-TIME:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230415T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230415T100000 UID:19EE0C66-C53D-423A-A488-664F41CEF780 SUMMARY:Yoga at the Library CREATED:20230330T183115Z DTSTAMP:20230330T183115Z URL:https://www.anacortesnow.com/new-calendar/yoga-at-the-library-2 DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library on the first and third Saturdays of the month for a simple 60-minute yoga practice designed for every body. Move through some basic poses while linking breath to movement. Great for beginners or anyone looking for a gentle practice. Bring your own yoga mat. \NYoga at the Library: Gentle Flow for Adults - Saturday, April 1 & 15 @ 9:00 am \NCommunity Meeting Room X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join us at the library on the first and third Saturdays of the month for a simple 60-minute yoga practice designed for every body. Move through some basic poses while linking breath to movement. Great for beginners or anyone looking for a gentle practice. Bring your own yoga mat.
Yoga at the Library: Gentle Flow for Adults - Saturday, April 1 & 15 @ 9:00 am
Community Meeting Room
LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T210441Z SEQUENCE:959606 LOCATION:10th Street\, Anacortes\, 98221 GEO:48.51474590;-122.61658379 X-LOCATION-DISPLAYNAME:Anacortes Public Library X-ACCESS:1 X-HITS:87 X-COLOR:3366cc X-SHOW-END-TIME:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230506T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230506T100000 UID:004C8B13-C77A-448E-B611-4810483B54E2 SUMMARY:Yoga at the Library CREATED:20230424T173323Z DTSTAMP:20230424T173323Z URL:https://www.anacortesnow.com/new-calendar/yoga-at-the-library-3 DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library on the first and third Saturdays of the month for a simple 60-minute yoga practice designed for every body. Move through some basic poses while linking breath to movement. Great for beginners or anyone looking for a gentle practice. Bring your own yoga mat. Please arrive 5 minutes before class. No admittance once class begins. \NYoga at the Library: Gentle Flow for Adults \NSaturday, May 6 & 20 @ 9:00 am \NCommunity Meeting Room X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join us at the library on the first and third Saturdays of the month for a simple 60-minute yoga practice designed for every body. Move through some basic poses while linking breath to movement. Great for beginners or anyone looking for a gentle practice. Bring your own yoga mat. Please arrive 5 minutes before class. No admittance once class begins.
Yoga at the Library: Gentle Flow for Adults
Saturday, May 6 & 20 @ 9:00 am
Community Meeting Room
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T173640Z SEQUENCE:197 LOCATION:10th Street\, Anacortes\, 98221 GEO:48.51474590;-122.61658379 X-LOCATION-DISPLAYNAME:Anacortes Public Library X-ACCESS:1 X-HITS:315 X-COLOR:3366cc X-SHOW-END-TIME:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230520T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230520T100000 UID:09CF2412-AAA2-45A1-AABD-FA268990DA06 SUMMARY:Yoga at the Library CREATED:20230424T173622Z DTSTAMP:20230424T173622Z URL:https://www.anacortesnow.com/new-calendar/yoga-at-the-library-4 DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library on the first and third Saturdays of the month for a simple 60-minute yoga practice designed for every body. Move through some basic poses while linking breath to movement. Great for beginners or anyone looking for a gentle practice. Bring your own yoga mat. Please arrive 5 minutes before class. No admittance once class begins. \NYoga at the Library: Gentle Flow for Adults \NSaturday, May 6 & 20 @ 9:00 am \NCommunity Meeting Room X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join us at the library on the first and third Saturdays of the month for a simple 60-minute yoga practice designed for every body. Move through some basic poses while linking breath to movement. Great for beginners or anyone looking for a gentle practice. Bring your own yoga mat. Please arrive 5 minutes before class. No admittance once class begins.
Yoga at the Library: Gentle Flow for Adults
Saturday, May 6 & 20 @ 9:00 am
Community Meeting Room
LOCATION:10th Street\, Anacortes\, 98221 GEO:48.51474590;-122.61658379 X-LOCATION-DISPLAYNAME:Anacortes Public Library X-ACCESS:1 X-HITS:187 X-COLOR:3366cc X-SHOW-END-TIME:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T100000 UID:4D37638E-89A5-4488-A902-3EFDCE27CFE3 SUMMARY:Yoga at the Library: Gentle Flow for Adults CREATED:20230824T180238Z DTSTAMP:20230824T180238Z URL:https://www.anacortesnow.com/new-calendar/yoga-at-the-library-gentle-flow-for-adults DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library for a simple yoga practice designed for every body. Move through some basic poses while linking breath to movement. Great for beginners or anyone looking for a gentle practice. Bring your own yoga mat. No class on Saturday, September 2. Community Meeting Room X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join us at the library for a simple yoga practice designed for every body. Move through some basic poses while linking breath to movement. Great for beginners or anyone looking for a gentle practice. Bring your own yoga mat. No class on Saturday, September 2. Community Meeting Room
LOCATION:10th Street\, Anacortes\, 98221 GEO:48.51474590;-122.61658379 X-LOCATION-DISPLAYNAME:Anacortes Public Library X-ACCESS:1 X-HITS:183 X-COLOR:3366cc X-SHOW-END-TIME:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231216T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231216T100000 UID:A47868B7-2766-42C5-AB07-E364826D547D SUMMARY:Yoga at the Library CREATED:20231204T183134Z DTSTAMP:20231204T183134Z URL:https://www.anacortesnow.com/new-calendar/yoga-at-the-library-5 DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library for a simple yoga practice designed for every body. Move through some basic poses while linking breath to movement. Great for beginners or anyone looking for a gentle practice. Bring your own yoga mat. Please arrive 5 minutes before the class begins. No admittance once class begins. \NSaturday, December 2 & 16 @ 9:00 am @ Community Meeting Room X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join us at the library for a simple yoga practice designed for every body. Move through some basic poses while linking breath to movement. Great for beginners or anyone looking for a gentle practice. Bring your own yoga mat. Please arrive 5 minutes before the class begins. No admittance once class begins.
Saturday, December 2 & 16 @ 9:00 am @ Community Meeting Room
LOCATION:10th Street\, Anacortes\, 98221 GEO:48.51474590;-122.61658379 X-LOCATION-DISPLAYNAME:Anacortes Public Library X-ACCESS:1 X-HITS:103 X-COLOR:3366cc X-SHOW-END-TIME:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240124T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240124T190000 UID:F9AD3080-CD80-492A-9278-A57F8260C925 SUMMARY:Hygge Hiatus CREATED:20240119T013613Z DTSTAMP:20240119T013613Z URL:https://www.anacortesnow.com/new-calendar/hygge-hiatus-2 DESCRIPTION:Relax at the library during this comforting winter break for adults. We’ll provide a quiet, cozy atmosphere as you settle in with a book in our Fireside Lounge after-hours. Enjoy a warm beverage or tasty treat, some soft music, and the contentment of reading with others. You can bring your own book or pick one of our librarian-recommended reads. \NWednesday, January 24 @ 6:00 pm - Fireside Lounge X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Relax at the library during this comforting winter break for adults. We’ll provide a quiet, cozy atmosphere as you settle in with a book in our Fireside Lounge after-hours. Enjoy a warm beverage or tasty treat, some soft music, and the contentment of reading with others. You can bring your own book or pick one of our librarian-recommended reads.
Wednesday, January 24 @ 6:00 pm - Fireside Lounge
LOCATION:10th Street\, Anacortes\, 98221 GEO:48.51474590;-122.61658379 X-LOCATION-DISPLAYNAME:Anacortes Public Library X-ACCESS:1 X-HITS:100 X-COLOR:3366cc X-SHOW-END-TIME:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240406T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240406T100000 UID:CE992632-4352-4595-8C89-2C5300581FDF SUMMARY:Yoga at the Library CREATED:20240329T201037Z DTSTAMP:20240329T201037Z URL:https://www.anacortesnow.com/new-calendar/yoga-at-the-library-6 DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library for a simple yoga practice designed for every body. Move through some basic poses while linking breath to movement. Great for beginners or anyone looking for a gentle practice. Bring your own yoga mat. Please arrive 5 minutes before the class begins. \NYoga at the Library: Gentle Flow for Adults \NSaturday, April 6 @ 9:00 am \NCommunity Meeting Room X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join us at the library for a simple yoga practice designed for every body. Move through some basic poses while linking breath to movement. Great for beginners or anyone looking for a gentle practice. Bring your own yoga mat. Please arrive 5 minutes before the class begins.
Yoga at the Library: Gentle Flow for Adults
Saturday, April 6 @ 9:00 am
Community Meeting Room
LOCATION:10th Street\, Anacortes\, 98221 GEO:48.51474590;-122.61658379 X-LOCATION-DISPLAYNAME:Anacortes Public Library X-ACCESS:1 X-HITS:102 X-COLOR:3366cc X-SHOW-END-TIME:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250312T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250312T150000 UID:46331A6D-7BF8-41F3-B01A-A02322802087 SUMMARY:The Emotional Life of a Young Child CREATED:20250228T180504Z DTSTAMP:20250228T180504Z URL:https://www.anacorteswa.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=10593 DESCRIPTION:The Emotional Life of a Young Child: Learn About the Social and Emotional World of Children Aged Birth to Five \NWednesdays, March 12, 19, 26 \N2:00 pm Virtual Workshop This interactive workshop is designed to empower parents and caregivers to decode their young child’s unique ways of communicating. By focusing on nonverbal cues, participants will gain practical tools and insights to better support their child's social and emotional growth. \N \NThese sessions will provide a mix of expert content and insights, discussion, as well as opportunities to practice observing and reflecting on children’s nonverbal communications. \N \NRegister on the Library website to receive the workshop Zoom link. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This meeting is open to the public. If a member of the community wishes to speak during the open part of the meeting, he/she must present to the CEO/President, before the Call to Order, the topic which will be presented. Presentation is limited to two minutes.
Join this meeting in-person in our Cypress Conference Room or online via:
WebEx: islandhospital.webex.com
Meeting number (access code): 968 448 297
Phone only: 408.418.9388
Explore the areas around Mitten Pond. Meet at the A Ave trailhead. RSVP Preferred online at https://www.bit.ly/ASAC_hike or by emailing Ellie Kravets at ellie@friendsoftheacfl.org. Sponsored by Anacortes Senior Center.
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T004429Z SEQUENCE:0 X-ACCESS:1 X-HITS:105 X-COLOR:3366cc X-SHOW-END-TIME:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250930T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250930T180000 UID:02C1BCB1-8857-46BF-8906-3FB36569F538 SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health Info Night CREATED:20250918T193510Z DTSTAMP:20250918T193510Z URL:https://www.anacortesnow.com/new-calendar/youth-mental-health-info-night DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free community event on Tuesday, September 30th at 5:00pm, focused on Youth Mental Health, and presented by Child Psychiatrist Dr. Shad Ali.\NWe’ll explore topics around the theme: "Is my kid okay?"✔What is Psychiatry and who practices it?✔Relationships are healing✔Shame & Guilt✔Emotions are everything!✔“Growing Up” vs “Parenting” in the Modern AgeBring your questions — or submit them anonymously — in a safe, supportive space. Together, let’s strengthen the well-being of our youth.\NRSVP: Email foundation@islandhospital.org OR call 360.299.4201\N X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join us for a free community event on Tuesday, September 30th at 5:00pm, focused on Youth Mental Health, and presented by Child Psychiatrist Dr. Shad Ali.
We’ll explore topics around the theme: "Is my kid okay?"
✔What is Psychiatry and who practices it?
✔Relationships are healing
✔Shame & Guilt
✔Emotions are everything!
✔“Growing Up” vs “Parenting” in the Modern Age
Bring your questions — or submit them anonymously — in a safe, supportive space. Together, let’s strengthen the well-being of our youth.
RSVP: Email foundation@islandhospital.org OR call 360.299.4201
Special Board Meeting Agenda
November 12, 2025
12:00 pm Cypress Room, Island Health
Call Order L. Lang, PhD President/Commissioner
1. Public Comment, If any
Note: If a member of the community wishes to speak during the open part of the meeting, he/she must present to the CEO/President, before the Call to Order, the topic which will be presented. The presentation is limited to 2 minutes.
2. 2026 Proposed Operating & Capital Budget S. Fernandez, CFO
a. Resolution 2025-2194 Budget ACTION
b. Resolution 2025-2195 Tax Levy ACTION
3. Updated Orcas Island Healthcare District E. Cutter, CEO
Letter of Intent ACTION
4. Adjournment L. Lang, PhD President/Commissioner
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T070408Z SEQUENCE:76 X-ACCESS:1 X-HITS:82 X-COLOR:3366cc X-SHOW-END-TIME:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T190000 UID:A5DEE23C-7EAA-4928-AEC3-CE51CB17D40E SUMMARY:Medicare Open Enrollment 101 CREATED:20251028T225340Z DTSTAMP:20251028T225340Z URL:https://www.anacortesnow.com/new-calendar/medicare-open-enrollment-101 DESCRIPTION:\NMedicare Open Enrollment runs October 15 – December 7. SHIBA, a free and unbiased program from the WA State Office of the Insurance Commissioner, can help you review and update your coverage. This presentation will guide you in preparing for enrollment and navigating Medicare options. Medicare Open Enrollment 101 Wednesday, November 12 @ 6:00 pm Community Meeting Room \N\N X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Regular Board Meeting Agenda
February 26, 2026
7:30 am Cypress Room
https://islandhospital.webex.com/meet/patricia.yates
Call to Order L. Lang, PhD President/Commissioner
1. Public Comment, If any
Note: If a member of the community wishes to speak during the open part of the meeting, he/she must present
to the CEO/President, before the Call to Order, the topic which will be presented. The presentation is limited
to 2 minutes.
2. Action Items Completed:
a. What year did IH transition from American Cancer registry to utilizing Fred Hutchison
for reporting?
b. What is the average age for Colon cancer?
c. Summary of services provided to La Conner residents
3. February Spotlights (20 minutes)
a. Wound Care Distinguished Center of M. Brown, Wound Care Director
Excellence P. Burrus, MD
b. Island Health Foundation M. McClintok, Foundation Executive
Director
4. Board Quality & Patient Safety (10 minutes)
J. Iversen, Commissioner
J. Tangaro, Commissioner
a. Board Quality & Management Review J. Graham, CNO
5. Medical Staff (10 minutes)
a. Medical Staff Report P. Hammer, MD, COS
b. Credentials List P. Hammer, MD, COS ACTION
6. Reports/Discussions (10 minutes)
a. HR-1 & WA Legislative Update E. Cutter, CEO
7. Consent Agenda (10 minutes) L. Lang, PhD President/Commissioner
ACTION
a. Regular Board Meeting Minutes – January 29, 2026
b. January Board Warrant
c. January Financial Dashboard
d. March Board Calendar
e. Resolution No. 2026-2198 Surplus Equipment
8. Executive Session (30 Minutes) L. Lang, PhD President/Commissioner
a. We will be holding an Executive Session for the review of the report or the activities
of a quality improvement committee (QIC). RCW 70.44.062(2).
9. Adjournment L. Lang, PhD President/Commissioner
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T183417Z SEQUENCE:0 X-ACCESS:1 X-HITS:81 X-COLOR:3366cc X-SHOW-END-TIME:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T120000 UID:6871DF6A-28C0-425F-8B10-031541CF77B9 SUMMARY:Island Health Screening Saturday Health Fair CREATED:20260311T221401Z DTSTAMP:20260311T221401Z URL:https://islandhealth.org/event/screening-saturday/ DESCRIPTION:Island Health to Host Breast, Cervical & Colon Cancer Screening\NCancer screening saves lives, and knowledge can save even more. Community members are invited to attend Island Health’s Screening Saturday, a free cancer screening health fair dedicated to breast, cervical and colorectal cancer awareness and prevention on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.\NThis interactive and educational event is designed for anyone due for a screening, caring for a loved one, or simply looking to stay informed about cancer prevention. Attendees will have access to experienced medical providers offering guidance, answering questions and supporting participants every step of the way.\NGuests can begin their journey by picking up a Passport to Health at Island Health’s Main Entrance and collecting stamps at each screening station. Completed passports will be eligible for a grand prize gift basket.\NEvent highlights include:\N\NStrollin’ Through the Colon – An engaging walk-through educational experience\NPreventive Screening Trivia – Test your knowledge and learn important cancer facts\NExpert Panel with Dr. Dasari and Dr. Gambs – Hear directly from trusted providers\NFIT Kit Pick-Ups – Take-home colon cancer screening kits\NScreening Mammograms\NScreening Cervical Exams\NRefreshments, Prizes and More\N\NWhile the event is free to attend, additional charges may apply for certain screenings.\NEarly detection is one of the most powerful tools in the fight against cancer. Screening Saturday aims to make prevention accessible, informative and empowering for the entire community. For more information, visit islandhealth.org/event/screening-saturday.\NIsland Health Screening Saturday Health Fair\NSaturday, March 28, 2026\N9 a.m. – 12 p.m.\N1211 24th Street, Anacortes X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Island Health to Host Breast, Cervical & Colon Cancer Screening
Cancer screening saves lives, and knowledge can save even more. Community members are invited to attend Island Health’s Screening Saturday, a free cancer screening health fair dedicated to breast, cervical and colorectal cancer awareness and prevention on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
This interactive and educational event is designed for anyone due for a screening, caring for a loved one, or simply looking to stay informed about cancer prevention. Attendees will have access to experienced medical providers offering guidance, answering questions and supporting participants every step of the way.
Guests can begin their journey by picking up a Passport to Health at Island Health’s Main Entrance and collecting stamps at each screening station. Completed passports will be eligible for a grand prize gift basket.
Event highlights include:
While the event is free to attend, additional charges may apply for certain screenings.
Early detection is one of the most powerful tools in the fight against cancer. Screening Saturday aims to make prevention accessible, informative and empowering for the entire community. For more information, visit islandhealth.org/event/screening-saturday.
Island Health Screening Saturday Health Fair
Saturday, March 28, 2026
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
1211 24th Street, Anacortes
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