On The Island

Viaduct Former Stanwood artist Suzanne DeCuir is exhibiting oil paintings that explore northwest fragments at Lucia Douglas Gallery, 1415 13th Street, in Bellingham’s historic Fairhaven district through Nov. 21. For more information call 360-733-5361, or visit www.suzannedecuirfineart.com. Public hearing regarding tax revenue

The Fire Commissioners of Island County Fire Dist. No. 1 (Camano Island Fire and Rescue) will hold a Nov. 9 public hearing to discuss the collection of authorized tax revenue sources for the 2010 expense budget. The 7:30 p.m. hearing will be part of the regular commissioners meeting, held at the administration office, 811 N. Sunrise Blvd. For details, call 387-1512.

Lost Lake bazaar coming November 14

The 23rd annual Lost Lake bazaar will be Sat., Nov. 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1469 Lake Dr. on Camano Island. There will be a chili and hot dog lunch served, and a raffle of around 20 good prizes. For more information, call Billy or Chris Davis, 387-8275.

Holiday home tour includes five homes

Sat., Dec. 5, 1:30 to 5 p.m., the public is invited to tour five beautiful Island homes. Tickets will be for both the tour and the party following at Oddfellows Hall, 96 S. Camano Ridge Rd. Live music, live auction and hors d’eouvres. Sponsored by Camano Island Democrats, with proceeds funding scholarships for local students. Tickets and maps at Camano Island Coffee Roasters, Snowgoose Bookstore and Seagrass Galley.

Free brunch for lucky person at club

The Camano Island Yacht Club, 129 N. Sunset Dr., will hold its monthly brunch, Sun., Nov. 8, 9 a.m. to noon. This month’s special is a free brunch for every 10th person that comes through the door. Included in the cost of the meal are eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, pancakes, fresh fruits, juices, pastries, coffee and tea.

Dancing lessons at Country Club

Line dancing lessons, both beginning/intermediate will begin at Camano Country Club, 1243 S. Beach Drive, Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. starting Nov. 4 for six weeks. Contact Kathy, 425-205- 0870.

F lames to host guest speaker Thursday

The Mabana Flames will host Sharon Szekley, as featured speaker, Thurs., Nov. 5, 10 a.m. at the Mabana Fire Station, 3651 S. Camano Dr. She will be talking about the American Hero. Following the presentation, a luncheon prepared by members, will be served. If you would like more information about the fire auxiliary, call president Carolyn Klein, 387-4719, or vice president, Vivian Meyers, 387-7590. The Mabana Flames is the group that helps to support volunteer fire fighters at the Mabana station.

Knitters to learn about bead knitting

The North Sound Knitters’ Guild will have its monthly meeting Tues., Nov. 10 at St. Aidan’s Church, 6 to 9 p.m. All knitters are welcome, “whether you learned yesterday or have knitted for 40 years.” St. Aidan’s is located on Route 532 across from the Second Chance Thrift store on Camano Island. The program will be “knitting with beads.” For further information, call June Dickinson, 387-1952. The guild meets the second Tuesday of each month.

CASA sponsors Santa/pet photos

Camano Animal Shelter Association hosts the fourth annual pictures with Santa event at the Skagit Farmers Country Store in Stanwood Nov. 14, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with lunch break 12:30 to 1:30. A CD with four different pictures are available; pay in cash or check. Details at 387-1902.

Youth group outings announced

Junior High Chapel Youth Events: EYP youth group, Tuesdays. 6-7:30 p.m. No EYP Nov. 24. Shuttle from town available. Nov. 13, Everett Silvertips Hockey game. See event details online at www.eyp7.org or by joining the EYP group on Facebook. The Junior High youth will be sponsoring a penny drive throughout November raising money to provide Christmas gifts and dinner for several area families.

Holiday craft, gift bazaar at center

The holiday craft and gift bazaar at the Camano Senior and Community Center is Sat., Nov. 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sun., Nov 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Handcrafted items, a baked goods sale and “delicious” chili for lunch. Address of the center is 606 Arrowhead Rd., Camano Island.

Christmas holiday house now open

With more than 65 vendors displaying their wares at Brindles Marketplace, the Christmas holiday house opened this week; hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week. Some of the produce includes winter veggies; there are jams, jellies, sauces; breads, cheese, fish, chocolates, honey, fruit snacks; books, childrens and adults; alpaca coats, sweaters and baby bears; and, a number of antique vendors. For questions, call Sylvy, 360-572-4577.

Work party at state parks, senior center

Friends of Camano Island Parks volunteers will be hosting a work party at Camano Island state parks and the Camano Senior and Community Center next week. Meet at 9:30 a.m. Tues., Nov. 10, at the Camano Island State Park ranger station or at the senior center. Bring lunch; beverage and dessert provided. Newcomers are welcome to join FOCIP in work party efforts to improve Camano Island parks. For more information about Friends of Camano Island Parks, call Carol Triplett, 387-0889, or Tom Eisenberg, 387- 4000, or write FOCIP, P.O. Box 1385, Stanwood, WA. 98292.

First winter walk of the season

Friends of Camano Island Parks will be hosting a winter walk Sat., Nov. 7, on the Camano Island State Park trails. Meet at the boat ramp picnic shelter area at 9:50 a.m. For more information about the walks and Friends of Camano Island Parks, call Carol Triplett, 387-0889, or Tom Eisenberg, 387-4000, or write FOCIP, P.O. Box, 1385, Stanwood, WA 98292.

Chili cook off and live art auction

The 14th annual chowder and chili cook off will be held Sat., Nov. 14, 3 to 7 p.m. at the Camano Senior and Community center on Arrowhead Rd. There will be a raffle of over 100 items, and numerous door prizes. A special live art auction is 1 to 3 p.m., with approximately 25 locals artists contributing to the event. For more information, call Mike Nestor, 387-2542.

Country Club annual holiday bazaar

Cabbage Patch soup and pie will be served to shoppers at the Camano Country Club’s annual holiday bazaar Sat., Nov. 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bake sale, kid’s face painting, etc. along with various holiday and specialty vendors. More information at camanocountryclub. com.

Jack Archibald speaks to Fire Sirens

The Madrona Fire Sirens will meet Wed., Nov. 4 at the Madrona Fire Station, 916 W. Fifth Ave. Stained glass artist, musician and author Jack Archibald will be the guest speaker. Everyone interested is welcome to attend the noon meeting.

Women’s club to hear about candles

The Camano Country Club Women’s Club will meet Nov. 9, 10 a.m. for their monthly meeting/program and luncheon. The program will be on the making of beeswax candles by the Sisters of the Convent of the Meeting of the Lord. They will be offering their candles and other handmade items for sale. Lunch will be catered by Debbie Christopher. Sign-up for luncheon is on bulletin board in clubhouse entry hall. Ladies bridge (by reservation only) will follow at 12:30 p.m.

Volunteer models needed for show

Volunteer models for afternoon teas are needed to model clothes from 1885 to 1985, with some choreography and “great” music. Models range in age between 19 and 73. The teas will be held once a month, in a non-profit show for retirement homes. Call Passion for Fashion, 387-3964 for more information.