On The Island
Vaudeville A live benefit show for the Camano Island free outdoor cinema features "Avner, the Eccentric," with Payne Fifield and R. Chumleigh, will be presented Sat., Sept 19, 8:15 p.m., Gates open 6 p.m. for pre-show and picnicking at Chumleighland, at the corner of East Camano Drive and Dallman Road on South Camano Island. On the outdoor forest stage if weather permits or in the heated medium big top tent in case of rain. Advance tickets from Michael C. Mielnik, at chumleigh@chumleigh.com or phone 387-4579, online at www.chumleigh.com or at the gate. Overnight camping available by request. Handicap parking and access/seating available. Public invited to Red Cross meeting
The public is welcome to attend the American Red Cross chapter meeting Sept. 14, 7 p.m. at the Madrona Beach Fire Station, 916 W. 5th St., Camano. Topics to be covered include preparing for the long winter months ahead. For information call 387-5026.
Learn about dragonflies and damselflies
Learn about dragonflies and damselflies from Jim Walker, of Skagit Audubon Society, who will explain life in the realm of meadowhawks, skimmers, bluets and darners, starting 7 p.m. Wed., Sept. 16, at the Camano Multipurpose Center, 141 East Camano Dr. This presentation is part of a public education series hosted the third Wednesday of the month by the Camano Wildlife Habitat Project, sponsored by Friends of Camano Island Parks, as part of the Island County watershed project. For information call 387-2236 or e-mail camanobwh@yahoo.com.
Fire Jets to host knitters guild
North Sound Knitter's Guild will show some of their creations to members of the Terry's Corner Fire Jets Mon., Sept. 14, 10 a.m., at Terry's Corner Fire Station. Guild representatives will also talk about their service projects. Hostesses are Sandy Peterson and Joyce Peterson. New members are welcomed. The Fire Jets, auxiliary to the Terry's Corner Fire Department, supports firefighters with emphasis on volunteers. For more information, call Carol Erickson, 387-1122 or vice-president, Joyce Stuhr, 387-6053.
Bible studies begin for fall session
Mountain Top Ministries Ladies Bible Studies at the Hansen home, 332 Melrose St., begin 10 a.m. Wed., Sept. 16, weather permitting. All ladies welcome. No child care provided. Bring light finger food to share. Call 387-1229 for directions.
AARP safe driving class Sept. 18
An AARP Safe Driving Class will be offered at Camano Senior and Community Center, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fri., Sept. 18. At the completion of the eight-hour course, students are eligible for a state mandated reduction in car insurance premiums. Many insurance companies will give a discount to anyone taking the class, regardless of age. Fee is payable to the instructor.
Early Learning Community Fair
An Early Learning Community Fair at the Camano Island Library 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sept. 12 will get your little ones ready to succeed in school. Includes demonstrations of early learning resources, hands-on activities and giveaways for kids, and information from local community organizations. Fall story time at the Camano library includes songs and crafts for preschoolers and toddlers. Children and families welcome. Fridays, 10:30 a.m., Sept. 11 - Oct. 30 at the library, 848 N. Sunrise Blvd. Phone 387-5150.
K nitter's Guild begins fall season
The North Sound Knitters' Guild will have its monthly meeting Tues., Sept 8 at St. Aidan's Church, 6 to 9 p.m. All knitters are welcome. St. Aidan's is located on State Route 532 across from the Second Chance Thrift store on Camano Island. The program will be on buttons with Judie King. For information call June Dickinson, 387-1952, or Pinchknitter Yarn Shop, 360-939-0769. The guild meets the second Tuesday of each month.
End of summer swap meet/flea market
For three Sundays, Sept. 13, 20 and 27, there will be an end of the summer swap meet and flea market at Terry's Corner in the Commons area. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; set-up at 9 a.m., contact Sylvy, 360-572-4577 to find cost for a 10 by 10 foot space. There are antiques, specialty gift items and a local artists market as well as live music, arts and crafts table for children. If weather permits, there will be volleyball for those who wish to play. Westside Pizza and The Islanders will be available for food, and Marcia Kester is the entertainer Sept. 13.
R eminder of community meeting
Island County Commissioner John Dean will hold a community meeting Thurs., Sept. 10, 6 - 7:30 p.m., to discuss the county's pending Conservation Futures Funds application and the purchase of the former Hieb property at 878 S. West Camano Dr. The meet- ing will be at the Camano Multipurpose Center, 141 N. East Camano Dr..
Red Cross continues first aid classes
Island County Red Cross classes continue with adult CPR w/AED and First Aid, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 12; infant and child CPR 5:30 -10 p.m. Sept. 14; adult CPR w/AED, 5-9:30 p.m. Sept. 15; first aid, 6-9:30 p.m. Sept. 17; adult CPR w/AED, 5:30 -10 p.m. Sept. 22; pet first aid, 6-9 p.m. Sept. 23; first aid, 6 -9:30 p.m. Sept. 24; babysitter class, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 26; adult CPR w/AED, 5 -9:30 p.m. Sept. 29. To sign up, call 360-675-2912.
Basic Internet classes at library
New Internet classes for very basic lessons on surfing the Internet begin Wed., Sept. 16 through Oct. 28, 8:45 a.m. at the Camano Island Library Pilot Project. Pre-registration is required. Call 387- 5150, or stop by the library 848 N Sunrise Blvd (Terry's Corner).
Dog training classes open at Clouds
New training classes by Cloud's Canine start Mon., Sept. 14, at Camano Senior and Community Center, for puppies to adult dogs. Call 387-9341 or visit www.cloudscanine.com.
Fire/Rescue budget workshop Tuesday
Camano Island Fire and Rescue's preliminary budget workshop is Tues., Sept. 15, 6 to 9 p.m. at the new administration office. The public is invited to attend. Additional public budget meetings will be held in October and November prior to adoption. Public invited. Camano Island Fire and Rescue's new address is 811 N. Sunrise Blvd., Camano Island, WA 98282, phone: 387-1512, Fax: 360/387- 1786. All commissioner meetings will be held at the new location.
