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Holland Happening applications are available at www.hollandhappening.org so please feel free to sign up! This year's Holland Happening is going to be a great event, and we hope you are involved! Full story

Whidbey Reads 2010 kicks off with legends and lore of the American West, as told in story and song by Bruce and Susan Matley (aka Nevada Slim & Cimarron Sue). This colorful all-ages program celebrates the hardships and joys of frontier life, and is funded by the Friends of the Oak Harbor Library, Sno-Isle Libraries Foundation and Humanities Washington. This reading will be on Thursday, ... Full story

Whidbey Wedding Inspirations, would like to invite you to the first annual bridal fair, on Sunday, March 14th at the Best Western Harbor Plaza Conference Center. Stop by and meet the areas top local wedding vendors, and get inspired for your special day.  Enjoy delicious samples from our caterers, and sweet cake tastings.  We will have free giveaways, including a chance to win a 50% discount on ... Full story

Auditions for the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical "Cinderella" will be held, Saturday March 27th at 1 p.m., and 5 p.m. for children ages 10+, and Sunday, March 28th, at 7 p.m. at the Whidbey Playhouse, 730 S.E. Midway Blvd in Oak Harbor.  Principal parts are available for six women and two men, and featured parts for three men.  There is a large singing-dancing ensemble.  Requirements for ... Full story

The Oak Harbor High School club FBLA needs 15 business sponsors to send their team to State Convention/Competition this spring.  Only 15 businesses and only $100 to help our future businessmen and businesswomen get this fantastic experience!   John Hellmann of The Computer Clinic and Scott Dudley of Edward Jones are the first two to commit.  Only 13 left to go!  Contact Sabrina Underwood, FBLA advisor, at 279-5473 ... Full story

Deception Pass Tours is once again offering pre-season ticket pack sales that are discounted 60% over regular season rates.  The pre-season sale ends April 1, 2010.  Pre-season ticket packs have 10 tickets for $100.  If you are interested in purchasing pre-season ticket packs for your employees and clients, please contact Terica Taylor at  (360) 333-3706.  Tickets are valid from April 1, 2010 - September 30, 2010.  Deception ... Full story

Saturday, March 6, 2010, 5:30pm! 11th Annual Bids For Kids Dinner and Auction benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Oak Harbor. Please join us and celebrate the magic of spring in an oasis of delightful gardens.  Savor delicious food and wine and bid on your favorite items in our live and silent auctions.  Beautifully designed display gardens and Diamonds in a Glass will make this ... Full story

Thursday, February 25th, 4:30pm at the NEW China City.  There will be an open house following the Ribbon Cutting.  Come by and check out the new China City and their new space.  They are located at the former Mitzels Restaurant, by the Best Western Harbor Plaza. Full story

An exciting spring break experience learning about the wonders of the marine world!  Join Marine Biologist Andrew Rice as you explore cloning anemones, molting crabs, and feeding sea stars. Discover what and how barnacles eat, explore tide pools and more.  We'll spend the entire week immersed in the discovery of the marine world.  Classes will be held in Anacortes. Class fee is $229 and runs from March 29 - ... Full story

This is a chance to see spring first hand from the water.  Join us for your front row seat on the Salish Sea as spring emerges.  Learn the natural history of our region and welcome the returning plants and animals as they arrive.  Students supply kayaks and equipment and come with basic paddling skills. Cost for this course is $159 and will meet on Wednesdays, March 3,10,17,24  from 9 ... Full story