Whidbey Island Events Calendar 2008
Updates coming soon...

May
MAY 5TH "HARBORSIDE PARADE" IN FREELAND!  We've got car clubs, marching bands, horses, and just about everything else in this year's parade!  See the parade then visit the fabulous shops and restaurants in our seaside community!  The town is all decked out in beach attire and waiting for you!  Parade time:  11 AM to 12:30 PM.  Parade route:  from Newman Road down Main Street to Myrtle.  Interested in participating in the parade?  Call the Freeland Chamber of Commerce for entry form:  360-331-1980 ($5 entry fee will help pay for parade prizes, nonprofits exempt).  To advertise your business on the event poster ($50), please email charlona@creativeadsolutions.net.  Join us for some island fun!  Enjoy the parade, or participate in the parade!  Everyone is welcome!
please email charlona@creativeadsolutions.net.

Langley Gets Lively! 
Join the Fun Every First Weekend of the Month
FRIDAY 4 till 7 pm
Friday Night Flights – Our walk-about wine tasting featuring fine wines from around the world, paired with delicious hors d’ouevres and cheeses
Admission $20 per person - must show proof of age
WHERE: The Edgecliff, Prima, the Fishbowl and the Chef’s Pantry – call 360 221-2060 for more info.
SATURDAY 1 till 8 pm

Langley Cooks!  Live cooking demos with the pros at 1 pm - Free recipes and samples
Live Music Saturday at 4 pm Free admission 
WHERE: Chef’s Pantry 112 ½ Anthes Avenue in the White Tent on the Courtyard- Donations benefit local charities

Art Walk – Opening receptions with the artists from 5 till 8 pm
WHERE:  Museo, Karlson/Gray Gallery, Whidbey Art Gallery
PLUS In-store Demos and Special Offers at participating retailers

For details and more information, contact the Chef’s Pantry 360 221-2060 or call any of the participating restaurants or galleries. www.chefspantryonline.com/events

Saturday May 12th 2007
Penn Cove Water Festival
Coupeville, WA 
11am-6pm

Coupeville Waterfront.
Free! The Penn Cove Water Festival features annual tribal canoe races, Native arts and crafts, demonstrations, storytelling, dance performances, artist demonstrations, authentic Native foods, children's activities, and exhibits and displays. 
www.penncovewaterfestival.com

The Nextdoor Neighbors (Live Music)
At the Living Green
FREE SHOW
Friday May 16th
7:30 pm. 

My name is Jessie Hill and my band the Nextdoor Neighbors is an electro-folk-hop duo. We combine the sentiment and beauty of folk music with the powerful dancibility of electronic and hip hop music. 

Saturday, May 20
WICA Theater - Billet Deux
Times: 7:30 PM 
Location: WICA Theater, Langley, WA
Phone: 360 221-8268
www.wicaonline.com
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Saturday, May 31 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. there will be a benefit bbq and silent auction. Proceeds go to support Heifer International. Call Sunnie Bell for more details 509-846-3117

Sunnie Bell
VISTA Disability Navigator
pabell@esd.wa.gov
(509) 826-7558

June
Saturday, June 2nd.  5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Whidbey Animals Improvement Foundations (WAIF) Fourth Annual Spring Fling Auction
Greenbank Farm.
765 Wonn Road, Greenbank
Over 200 quality Live and Silent Auction Items; Gourmet Dinner and Wine are included. Tickets are $75; please call 360-678-1366 to purchase tickets. 
waifdev@whidbey.net
www.waifanimals.org

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, June 2, 3, 4
WICA Theater - "The Importance of Being Earnest"
Times: 7:30 PM (Friday & Saturday), 2PM Sunday Matinee
Location: WICA Theater, Langley, WA
Phone: 360 221-8268
www.wicaonline.com

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, June 2, 3, 4,
Whidbey Playhouse - "Radio Gals"
Times: 8 pm (Friday & Saturday); 2:30 pm (Sunday Matinee)
Location: Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor, WA
Phone: 360-679-2237
www.whidbeyplayhouse.com 

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, June 8, 9, 10, 11
Whidbey Playhouse - “Radio Gals”
Times: 7:30 pm (Thursday); 8 pm (Friday & Saturday); 2:30 pm (Sunday Matinee)
Location: Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor, WA
Phone: 360-679-2237
www.whidbeyplayhouse.com 

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, June 9, 10, 11
WICA Theater - "The Importance of Being Earnest"
Times: 7:30 PM (Friday & Saturday), 2PM (Sunday Matinee)
Location: WICA Theater, Langley, WA
Phone: 360 221-8268
www.wicaonline.com 

Saturday, June 10 - 10am-3pm 
Annual Picnic & Plant Auction
Location: Meerkerk Gardens, Greenbank, WA
Time: 10am-3pm
www.meerkerkgardens.org
Meet your gardening neighbors at Meerkerk's annual picnic, volunteer recognition and plant auction. Bring a dish to share and a plant for the auction. 

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, June 15, 16, 17, 18
Whidbey Playhouse - “Radio Gals”
Times: 7:30 pm (Thursday); 8 pm (Friday & Saturday); 2:30 pm (Sunday Matinee)
Location: Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor, WA
Phone: 360-679-2237
www.whidbeyplayhouse.com 

Friday, Saturday, June 16 and 17
WICA Theater - "The Importance of Being Earnest"
Times: 7:30 PM (Friday & Saturday) 
Location: WICA Theater, Langley, WA
Phone: 360 221-8268
www.wicaonline.com 

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, June 22, 23, 24
Whidbey Playhouse - “Radio Gals”
Times: 7:30 pm (Thursday); 8 pm (Friday & Saturday); 2:30 pm (Sunday Matinee)
Location: Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor, WA
Phone: 360-679-2237
www.whidbeyplayhouse.com 

Friday, Saturday, June 24 and 25
WICA Theater - Dancical
Times: 2PM and 8PM (Friday & Saturday) 
Location: WICA Theatre, Langley, WA
Phone: 360 221-8268
www.wicaonline.com

 June 30th, Saturday, 10am – 2pm
Methodist Church’s annual “Strawberry Social”
Welcome summer at the Coupeville United Methodist Church’s annual “Strawberry Social”.  Enjoy a delicious Strawberry Waffle, Sundae or Shortcake featuring strawberries from local Bell’s Farm. Saturday, June 30th, 10am – 2pm, 608  N. Main St. All proceeds benefit our missionaries in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.  Cost: $5.00 for whole order includes beverage. Take out and half orders also available.
678-2029
632-0667

CLICK HERE for lot's of great activities for children and adults. Presented by South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District
P.O. Box 136, 5495 Maxwelton Road, Langley, Washington 98260
swparks@whidbey.com  360-221-5484

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July
July 3rd, Freeland Park
CELEBRATE AMERICA 2007!  13th annual freedom celebration; Free & family-friendly!  July 3rd, Freeland Park, south end of Whidbey Island (Mukilteo-Clinton ferry).  Oreo Stacking Contest for kids; juggling & comedy show by Brothers From Different Mothers.  Inflatables & Big Toys open at 2:00, food booths at 4:00, children's programs & entertainment at 6:00.  Spectacular professional fireworks show over Holmes Harbor at dark.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets!  Free transit shuttle starting at 5:00 p.m. from Washington Mutual Bank by Payless Foods and from Trinity Lutheran Church Park ‘n Ride lot. 
360.221.1656, 
www.swag-online.org

Little Tykes July 10 - 14
Moms- take a morning off and let us entertain your kids. This is a special
camp exclusively for kids ages 3 to 5.  All crafts, games and songs will be
geared towards the younger crowd for an entertaining morning. 
9:30am-12:30pm Ages 3-5  $45
South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District

The Silent Auction offering fantastic opportunities will be ongoing throughout the event.  Please contact The Freeland chamber of Commerce and Visitor Information Center for registration forms and additional information.

You can reach them at (360) 331-1980
email freeland@whidbey.com or visit their website at www.freeland-wa.org

Freeland Chamber of Commerce
1640 Main Street - PO Box 361
Freeland, WA  98249

Games Galore July 17 - 21
Did we hear a request for more games? Well then this week is designed just
for you.  How many games can you fit into five days? You just have to
sign-up to find out!
9am- 3pm Ages 6-12 $90
South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District

Join Lavender Wind Farm and WSU Extension to celebrate our agricultural heritage with French flair.  It’s an event to benefit the new Agriculture Sustain ability & Land Stewardship Program*. 

Enjoy the farm, eat and drink, and practice French if you speak. Play Boules, walk the labrinyth, or talk it up with other fans of Provence. Savor French and Northwest culinary delights and lavender fusions like lemonade, biscotti, and even ice cream. 
C’est magnifique!

* The Agriculture Sustainability & Land Stewardship Program is focused on preserving the rural character of Island County through sustainable agriculture and land stewardship education and outreach. 

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, August 3, 4, 5, 6
Whidbey Playhouse Youth Production- "Aladdin"
Times: 7:30 pm (Thursday, Friday & Saturday); 2:30 pm (Saturday & Sunday Matinee)
Location: Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor, WA
Phone: 360-679-2237
www.whidbeyplayhouse.com

August 5, 2007
Concert in the Park - Greta Matassa & Quartet

August 10, 2007
Festival Art Preview & Wine tasting
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The Wine Reception is held in the Art Gallery at the Coupeville Recreation Hall.  Guests may choose from a selection of wines provided by Bayleaf Deli located in Coupeville and Oak Harbor.  Tickets for the wine reception are $12.00 in advance and  $15.00 at the door the evening of the reception. 
Ticket price includes a commemorative wine glass.
For more info.
CLICK HERE

August 11, 2007 8:00 pm
Barn Dance with Dillinger's Clambake
Dillinger's Clambake. Our annual Barn Dance at the historic Crockett Farm featuring 
the dance band Dillinger's Clambake, here for the 7th? time.
Tickets TBA 
For more info.
CLICK HERE

August 11,12 2007
Arts & Craft Festival
The Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival is one of  Washington States oldest, continuously run festivals. The Festival is renowned for its primary focus on quality arts and crafts, handmade by artisans from the Pacific Northwest and beyond.  The historic town of Coupeville is located on Penn Cove, Central Whidbey Island, WA.  Shoppers, vendors and visitors will all be charmed by the waterfront views.
For more info.
CLICK HERE

August 16 - 19 2007 
Island County Country Fair
The purpose of our Fair is education. Quality exhibits from the farm, including all types of livestock and crops, horticulture and floriculture, are on display. From the home, all types of handwork are represented: clothing, needlework, art exhibits, baking, canning and fiber arts. The Island County Fair also provides entertainment and a place for all of us to gather with family and friends to celebrate the fruits of our labors and enjoy that which is so special about Island County.
For much more info.
CLICK www.islandcountyfair.com

August 19 Uptown Lowdown Jazz Band, Concert in the Park 
Uptown Lowdown Jazz Band, from Seattle: This band specializes in good upbeat Dixieland jazz and ragtime, serving clients and jazz fans since 1971. A full 7 piece band playing all the standard and obscure jazz from the 1920's to the great swing & dance from the 1930's & 40's - all with style and tastes. Tickets $7. Location: The Pavilion in Coupeville Town Park 
For more info.
CLICK HERE

Soaking Wet August 7 - 11
Back by popular demand-a week devoted to water!  Bring your towel, because
after a week of crafts, water-oriented games and running through the
sprinklers you will leave camp SOAKING WET!
9am- 3pm Ages 6-12 $90
South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, August 10, 11, 12
Whidbey Playhouse Youth Production- "Aladdin"
Times: 7:30 pm (Thursday, Friday & Saturday)
Location: Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor, WA
Phone: 360-679-2237
www.whidbeyplayhouse.com

August 26, 2007
Concert in the Park - Deadwood Revival
Described as "pure, honest, passionate, and refreshing" Deadwood Revival's performances sound much fuller than one would expect from a duo and include foot-stomping hoe-downs... imaginative, cleverly arranged covers... and original tunes that embody their impeccable vocal blend and old-time simplicity wedded to their undeniable influences nurtured by 20th century American radio. 
Tickets are $7 per person (non-member)/$5 per person (member) at the gate unless you are a season pass holder.
More Info.
CLICK HERE

Wacky Water Week August 14 - 18 
We are ending summer with a splash once again!  All games and activities
this week are for the water fans out there.  This week will end with a very
special water twist and an ice cream social to celebrate the end to a great
summer!
9am- 3pm Ages 6-12 $90
South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District
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September 1, 2007 Art & Antique Walk, 5:00 - 9 PM
Visit the eight great galleries and half-dozen antique shops of Coupeville on a Saturday evening once per calendar quarter. Meet the artists, partake of refreshments, enjoy the clean evening breeze off Penn Cove. FREE, located on FRONT STREET in Coupeville.
More info.
CLICK HERE

September 22, 2007 Tour de Whidbey
Registration is open for the 6th annual Tour de Whidbey bicycle ride to raise funds for the Whidbey General Hospital Foundation. This event is one of the Foundation's major fundraisers, with support from the Auxiliary of Whidbey General Hospital.
More Info.
CLICK HERE

September 22 - 23 2007 Whidbey Kite Festival 
Central Whidbey welcomes the Whidbey Island Kite Festival to the Camp Casey Conference Center, just south of Coupeville. Set against the majestic backdrop of the Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound, the kite festival features impressive ground and air displays of color and imagination. Activities include kids' kite making, beginning sport kite lessons, and sport kite demonstrations. 
The highlight of the weekend is the Whidbey Island Sport Kite Championships, one of the premier sport kite competitions in the Pacific Northwest. Individual, pairs, and team events are included. Competition takes place both Saturday and Sunday. The Whidbey Island Sport Kite Championships is an AKA-sanctioned 
More Info.
CLICK HERE

September
WAIF's 7th Annual Wag 'n Walk, A Festival of All Things Dog
When:  Sunday, September 10th from Noon to 4 p.m.
Where:  Greenbank Farm, 765 Wonn Road, Greenbank
Entry Fee:  $15 per dog and $5 per person, children under 18 free
Information:  www.wagnwalk.org or Amy Beckner, (360) 678-1366
Join the Whidbey Animals’ Improvement Foundation (WAIF) and your fellow dog lovers for WAIF's 7th Annual Wag 'n Walk, a festival of all things dog, on Sunday, September 10th from Noon to 4 p.m. at Greenbank Farm.  Wag ‘n Walk celebrates responsible and loving pet stewardship and promises to be a fun-filled afternoon for your canine pals and family.  WAIF dogs will be there, putting their best paws forward, hoping to connect with new loving families.  The entry fee, $15 per tail and $5 per person (children under 18 free), includes everything but food and drink.  Mouth watering food selections and drinks will be available for purchase, and plenty of fresh water will be provided for your canine companion as they participate in more games and contests than they can shake a bone at!  Dogs attending the festival must be kept on a leash at all times except where designated, and cannot be in any stage of heat or younger than 4 months.  Proceeds from Wag 'n Walk will benefit the shelter animals of WAIF.  For more information, please visit www.wagnwalk.org or call Amy Beckner at (360) 678-1366.

Saturday, September 27th, 2008
Tour de Whidbey Bicycling Event 
Bike at your own pace on either 10, 40, 50 or 100 mile rides through stunning scenery & varied terrain on Whidbey Island. Scrumptious pancake breakfast, well-supported break stations and a delicious post-ride Chili Feed. Fundraiser for Whidbey General Hospital Foundation.

Event Location:  Registration at Greenbank Farm and Coupeville Elementary School
Event Telephone:  360-678-7656 x4020
Start & End date:  Saturday, September 27th, 2008
Times:  7am to 5pm
Contact Email:  tourwhidbey@whidbeygen.org
Event Website: www.whidbeygen.org/whidbeygeneralhospitalfoundation/tourdewhidbey

Nestled at the mouth of Puget Sound, Whidbey Island offers some of the most scenic vistas in all of Washington. As you travel on Whidbey’s back roads, you’ll experience unique changing scenery and varied terrain. You can choose from a challenging Century or 50 mile ride, or a more moderate 40 mile ride, all originating from Greenbank Farm. New for 2008 is a gentle, family-friendly beginner’s 10 mile ride which originates in the historic town of Coupeville.

The 100 mile figure-eight route will cover both the north and south ends of the island, returning you to the central location of Greenbank Farm at the middle and end of the day. This ride has become known as one of the most demanding Century rides in Western Washington. 

The Tour de Whidbey is a major fundraiser for the WGH Foundation, supported by the Auxiliary of Whidbey General Hospital, which assists in providing vital health care to the community.  We hope you will join us for some of the best cycling on Whidbey Island while contributing to providing quality health care for the island.

WHIDBEY ISLAND OPEN STUDIO TOUR
September 27 and 28, 2008
Whidbey Island
PO Box 1051
Freeland, WA 98249
360-221-4121
www.whidbeyopenstudiotour.org
Contact: Susan Jensen 360-730-1639
sujensen@whidbey.com

PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
WHIDBEY ISLAND OPEN STUDIO TOUR
September 27 and 28, 2008

(Whidbey Island, Washington) - Over 75 artists will be participating in the 12th Annual Whidbey Island Open Studio Tour September 27 and 28, 2008, from 10AM-5PM. Painters, sculptors, photographers, potters, glass blowers, woodworkers, jewelers, and weavers will open their studios to give the public a unique opportunity to glimpse their creative worlds while demonstrating and explaining the creative process and selling their artwork during the two days of the tour.

Experience art at the source!
A unique feature of this year's tour is an expanded tour ticket in the form of a 15-month full color wall calendar and tour guidebook. This beautifully designed publication features artwork by each tour artist along with resources such as suggested tour routes and local information. Businesses such as restaurants, shops and lodgings that will help visitors enjoy their island visit will be listed, described and located on the full-sized map.

To further assist in planning your itinerary, an exhibit of each artist's work will be on display in the Coupeville Crockett Barn and at the Bayview Cash Store the week prior to the tour. Artists' receptions are also planned at the exhibits on Friday, September 19 in Coupeville, and Saturday, September 20 in Bayview.

Ticket /Calendar/Guidebooks, available this August, will be priced at $20. Each ticket will admit up to two adults. Please visit www.whidbeyopenstudiotour.org/tickets.html for an up-to-date listing of ticket venues, or to purchase online using PayPal.

October

October 1 - 13 2007 Harvest Festival Scarecrow Corridor begins

October 13 2007 Final Farmers Market
CLICK HERE  for more info.

Saturday, October 14 - 9am-4pm
Autumn Rhododendron Sale
Time: 9AM - 4PM
Location: Meerkerk Gardens, Greenbank, WA
www.meerkerkgardens.org
"Beautify Your World"! Meerkerk Gardens Autumn Rhodie Sale, the perfect time to plant your garden! Choose from a fantastic selection of mature budded rhodies from our Hybrid Test Garden and the Meerkerk Nursery. Plants range from starter sizes to instant landscape specimens

Fall Carnival
Saturday, October 27, 5:00pm-8:00pm
Coupeville Elementary School, Coupeville
Put on those costumes (no scary ones, please) and join the fun at the 
free PTA Fall Carnival!  A family fun event with games, prizes, a 
magician, face painting and more!  K'paws Ice Cream and Pizza Factory 
pizza will be available for purchase too.   Donations to the local food 
bank are also being collected.  Buy tickets for one of six great raffle 
baskets.  We've got the whole family covered starting with The "Mom 
Basket" which includes Seaside Spa tanning and manicure, goodies from 
Miriam's, a novel from The Kingfisher and more, a "Young Adult Basket" 
with go-kart and movie passes from The Blue Fox Drive-In, the newest 
Harry Potter book and more, the "Man Basket"--which includes gift 
certificates from The BBQ Joint, Whidbey Beer Works and from Coupeville 
Auto Repair a free oil change & a free six-cylinder tune-up worth $160! 
The "Date Night Basket" includes gift certificates from The Cove 
Restaurant, Toby's, movie passes, a Bayleaf cheese plate and more.  The 
"Family Basket" has passes to the Island County Historical Museum, movie 
and go-kart passes, and pizzas from Coupeville Coffee House.  Finally, 
the "Kid's Basket' includes books from The Kingfisher and Friends of the 
Coupeville Library, Miriam's cookies and caramels, and a gift 
certificate from The Honeybear.

Proceeds from ticket sales will support PTA educational programs at the 
Elementary School, including earthquake kits for each enrolled child, 
field trips and more.

Entry is free!  Game and raffle tickets will be available through 
pre-orders and at the night of the event.  Game tickets are 25 cents 
each.  Raffle tickets, $1. Come join the fun!
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November
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December
December 2-3: Christmas in Coupeville
The traditional "greening" of town recalls holiday decoration of the pioneers. A real small-town parade features Frosty the Snowman, fire engines, tractors, kids in lights, and marching cows. 4:00. MAIN AND FRONT STREETS

Holiday Home Tour
Visit six homes and a church. Hear holiday carolers. Enjoy refreshments. Hosts at each location provide information on historical and modern structures. 678-3310, 10-4. Start at the Island County Historical Society Museum, FRONT AND ALEXANDER 
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South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market

Saturday 10-2 on May 24, 31, June 7, 14, 21, 28, July 5, 12, 19, 28, Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Sept. 6, 12, 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25

We have organic produce, nursery items, crafts, and hot food/deli for takeout. Located on Thompson Rd. and Highway #525 we have a park like grassy setting and live music every week. Great place for families. Dogs welcome. We also have a Wed. evening market from 4-6pm on June 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27