Exploring Anacortes

07/16/2022

Incredible sunrise this morning from Cap Sante Marina in Anacortes WA.

07/13/2022

Good night from Anacortes

07/12/2022

07/07/2022

THIS SATURDAY! Catch me at the Birdsview Diner in Concrete, WA!
Get your tickets online at birdsviewdiner.com

06/22/2022

06/21/2022

During Race Week in Anacortes 11 fleets and 61 vessels vie for the three lead positions in a number of races every day, June 20 - 24. The savvy sailors have enjoyed amazing weather the first few days of the event.

06/21/2022

Great opportunity to work with the best!

06/21/2022

Welcome to this gorgeous, east facing, custom built rambler with picture windows that allow you to catch the 1st morning sun pop up over the mountains and bay. Partial views of Similk Bay and Mt. Bake

06/04/2022

It started when my dad and I thought it would be fun to work together…

I was in Australia riding out COVID quarantine and started my “hours”.

When we returned home I scheduled the test…I was cocky…I failed!

Time to study…so many practice tests, guilt, advice from dad…lets do it!

We drove to Everett and I drop Will off at a restaurant and make my way to the testing center. I am “prepared”…I miss it by 1…BY 1! I’m crying as I head back to Will. He is so proud and supportive. “Next time” he says.

I am so defeated…”what now?”. Back at it…”let’s buy all the study guides, practice tests and all the things”, my husband says!

Then life gets REALLY hard…I have scheduled my 3rd attempt…I show up in my youngest son’s hot rod…covered in pet hair…basically in pajamas…to find out there is a glitch and I’m not scheduled to take the test…I reschedule.

The next day I arrive at a flight school in Mason County…I fail…by 1…AGAIN!!! I then rethink it and wonder if learning to fly is easier…lol

I’m DONE!!!

A few weeks pass and I decide to try again and something/someone is pushing me. I am sure I failed again as I wait for my results with a gal who thinks she also failed…cuz “none of the questions are familiar”…I can TOTALLY relate. We get our results at the same time…”congrats ladies!”…we hug and cry and say goodbye.

I try and pretend to be sad as Will picks me up…but soon after I do a happy dance cuz I can’t help it…I DID IT!

I call him…my mentor, my biggest supporter, my dad. I haven’t called enough. I have taken him for granted. I tell him I “passed the test”. He acts confused…then says “I didn’t know you were taking it again!”

For the next couple weeks, he advised me, pushed me and we planned to be a team…and then he unexpectedly passes away.

I don’t want to do this anymore. But then we receive cards, flowers, emails, notes from family, friends and neighbors…all the stuff and things.

He wants me to keep going…

Mom tells me...”it doesn’t matter if you get a deal…he was just proud you kept trying and passed”.

Dad, this is your Daughter…just letting you know…I’m ok!

05/28/2022

Richard LaMar Bennett, 79, of Anacortes, passed away Monday May 23, 2022. He was born on March 27, 1943 in Boise, ID, the son of LaMar and Valena Bennett. A full obituary and Celebration of Life to follow at a later date. To share memories of Rick, please sign the

04/07/2022

Buy Dirt… so you can dig a hole and fill it back up with water.

Your front lawn is now your own personal yacht club.

That’s the power of ownership! 🛥🏠💪

04/07/2022

The Anacortes School District is hiring for a new Anacortes High School principal, effective with the 2022-23 school year. The principal is responsible for oversight and management of Anacortes High School, its 700 students, and 80 staff members. The high school is in a new state-of-the-art facility, and has a wide range of academics, athletics, and activities. Students are high achievers in diverse programs, such as performing arts, career & technical education, Advanced Placement courses, and more. Current high school principal Daniel Williams is resigning from the district, effective July 1, 2022.

AHS currently has an on-time graduation rate of 90 percent and has consistently been ranked as one of the best high schools in the state by US News and World Report.

Application materials can be found online: https://www.superintendentsearch.com/index.php.

Applicants should apply by April 29th for first consideration. The district is engaged in a comprehensive search process, including interviews with students, staff, and parents.

A survey link for families, staff, students, and community members to provide feedback is located here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AHSprincal2022.

Questions? Contact Connie Sheridan, Human Resources Director, (360) 503-1221; [email protected]

03/29/2022

#87 - Don't miss the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival! This annual event, designed as a driving tour with multiple access points, is held from April 1-30 and celebrates millions of tulips bursting into bloom. Go on a weekday to avoid the crowds, and don't forget your muck boots! (Photo by Andy Porter Photography)

03/28/2022

03/17/2022

#75 - The surest sign of spring in the Skagit Valley is the cheerful blooming daffodils that brighten the fields each March! The La Conner Daffodil Festival is happening now, with activities every Saturday through March. Visitors can enjoy self guided tours, a craft fair, photo contest and more. (Photo via RoozenGaarde)
Love La Conner

03/02/2022

We are celebrating Cynthia! She has worked for us for the past 19 years – and while it’s safe to say we know her well, we thought you may want to know a bit more about her too...

✳How long have you lived in Anacortes?
My father was born and raised in Anacortes. I lived here for a few years as a child and then moved back in 1989. I have a large family, 7 siblings, so it was a great place to raise my daughter, surrounded by grandparents, aunts and uncles and cousins.

✳What do you love about being a realtor?
I love the personal interactions, many clients have become friends. I also like guiding Buyers to finding just the right home and working with Sellers to get highest and best for their properties. In both scenarios, I work to make it as stress free as possible.

✳Why do you work at Windermere?
Windermere is #1 in terms of professionalism, knowledge of the everchanging market and agent support. It's a highly respected company for all of those reasons. I'm proud to be a part of the team!

✳What’s your favorite spot to eat, or play?”
I love to work in the garden or hike the City Forestlands. To reward myself, it’s great to hang out on the waterfront deck at Secret Cove, enjoying the gorgeous view, delicious food and cocktails. I try to visit Mexico at least once a year and also enjoy my timeshare in Chelan

✳Tell us more! Is there anything more you want to add?
I am a Soroptimist member, which is a global volunteer organization. I work at our fabulous thrift shop in town. With the sales profits, we are able to give about $100,000 a year in scholarships. I have also driven for Simple Gesture, which gathers food from the community to stock the food bank at the Salvation Army. I believe it's important to be of service to my community.

02/28/2022

Great photo!!! Come on spring 💐🌷

*Wave-ing* goodbye to February and winter... looking forward to sunnier days and blooming daffodils in March.

📷: Marvin Leister

02/25/2022

👏🎉TONIGHT'S THE NIGHT!😃 Our special event has arrived! - Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner will be joining us to provide an economic update on the SKAGIT & SNOHOMISH COUNTY housing markets.

If you would like to tune in on Zoom, ➡➡ register for this FREE event here https://bit.ly/MatthewGardnerEvent_2022

Matthew will give a 30 minute talk followed by a live Q&A about Skagit County’s real estate market – where it stands today, and where it may be headed tomorrow.

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02/12/2022

Market News & Vendor List for Feb 12, 2022 - https://mailchi.mp/anacortesfarmersmarket/oct-30-9am-2pm-at-the-depot-5759456

02/10/2022

Shop and dine local for a cause today 2/10/22!! Proceeds will support Anacortes Family Center’s life changing mission.

Participating Restaurants:
Adrift, A'Town Bistro, Blackbird Wine, Brown Lantern, Calico Cupboard, Coconut Kenny, Dad's Diner, Dockside Dogs, Drink Your Veggies, Fridas, Gere-a-Deli, The Majestic, Nonna Luisa, Papa Murphy's, Penguin Coffee, Pizza Factory, Rockfish Grill, Secret Cove, Store Grocery, Vagabond Station

Participating Retailers:
Anacortes Oil & Vinegar, Blackberry Lane Boutique, Boxes and Bears, Fidalgo Fudge Co., Fidalgo Yarn, The Johnson Manor, Lil' Tugs, Red Door Thrift Store, Tides of Anacortes, Watermark Book Store

02/10/2022

02/08/2022

Join us this Saturday, February 12th, for a gentle family hike with Forest Educator Beck, who will have family-friendly nature activities, games, and stories to share. Come prepared for the weather. You are welcome to bring your own binoculars, plant books, water bottles, snacks, hand sanitizer, and whatever child-care gear your family may need on the trail. We’ll follow the kids’ pace and let them guide the nature inquiry. Details below!

https://www.friendsoftheacfl.org/upcomingactivities/2022/2/12/family-nature-walk

02/07/2022

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