Whidbey Crosswind 09/30/2011 Issue

By KATHY REEDWhidbey Crosswind

The city of Oak Harbor certainly appreciates the military presence of Naval Air Station Whidbey

Island, but every once-in-a-while it’s nice to throw a party to show it.

The Oak Harbor Area Council of the Navy League joined forces with Whidbey Island Bank last week to pay tribute to the Scorpions of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 132 in an apprecia-tion event held at the bank’s branch on Bayshore Drive.

The bank was packed with members of the Navy League, members of the bank’s staff, local dignitaries, NAS Whidbey’s commanding offi-cer and the Scorpions them-selves. VAQ-132 was the first squadron at NAS Whidbey to transition to the EA-18G Growlers and was the first Growler squadron to deploy to Iraq.

The event was a great opportunity for members of the Scorpions to connect with members of the community.

“As a past Navy spouse, sometimes you get blinders on and you don’t get to meet people from the community,” said Navy League co-president Beth Munns. “But this is what makes you feel like home. Trust me, if you do need a shoulder or to find out where something is, the commu-nity is what’s going to help you out.”

“You know our city loves the Navy,” said Bruce Van Tassell, of Whidbey Island Bank. “We couldn’t have it better. We have the best people in the world living here, their families are here. We all care

about you and we’ve got people running our city that feel the same way.”

Whether it was the good food, the ambiance or just the spirit of camaraderie, the men and women of VAQ-132 definitely felt welcomed.

Information Systems Technician Third Class Kristina Christian said she was enjoying the experience.“It makes me feel happy the

military gets to participate in an event like this,” she said. “I wish we could go to more. The community is so wel-coming.”

Christian, whose father was a Lt. Commander in the Navy, grew up in Hawaii. NAS Whidbey is her second duty station.

“I’ve never seen a community so con-nected and welcoming to the military,” she said.

“Oak Harbor is very Navy-friendly,” said Aviation Machinist’s Mate First Class Marc Weber, who’s been in the Navy for nine years and at NAS Whidbey for a year. “It’s one of those communities that actually appreciates the military.”

Weber said that appreciation was espe-cially evident when “the mayor shows up and shakes your hand.”

For his part, Mayor Jim Slowik say he was the one who was honored to be there.

“I think these guys have been writ-ten about in every paper out there,” said Slowik. “It’s an honor to meet these people. They’re real heroes.”

One of the high points of the evening was when VAQ-132 commanding offi-cer, Cmdr. Jay Matzko, spoke about the squadron’s unexpectedly long deploy-ment.

“Our mission is to do our country’s bidding when we’re told,” Matzko said. “They said ‘Go to Iraq and do good work there,’ so we were in Al Asad, Iraq ... and they say ‘you’re gonna do six months in this place.’ Alright, we fall into a routine, things are happening, we’re doing great work, all these sailors here are getting everything ready for us, we’re flying com-bat missions every day.”

With just six weeks left to go in their deployment, said Matzko, the squadron was ordered to Aviano Air Base, Italy.

CCCCCCROSSWINDROSSWINDROSSWINDROSSWINDROSSWINDROSSWINDWhidbey

www.whidbeycrosswind.com

COVERING WHIDBEY ISLAND’S NAVAL AIR STATION COMMUNITY

VOLUME 1, NO. 27 | 30 SEPTEMBER 2011

THIS EDITION

Sarah Smiley: Wedding band size does matter ....pg. 2

Guest editorial: Put job fairs to work for you .......pg. 4

Navy families save by clipping coupons .................pg. 5

Local author introduces a Marine hero ...........pg. 8

Hats off to the ScorpionsAppreciation night

honors VAQ-132

A military appreciation event honoring the Scorpions of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 132 drew a good crowd last Thursday evening at Whidbey Island Bank in Oak Harbor. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND

SEE SCORPIONS | PAGE 7

PBY Memorial Foundation celebrates lucky 13

By MELANIE HAMMONSWhidbey Crosswind

September’s meeting of the PBY Memorial Foundation at CPO Club in Oak Harbor had two reasons to celebrate on Tuesday — and both were marked by the number “13.”

The PBY members had the happy occasion to celebrate their 13th year as an organiza-tion. And the group was also remembering the contributions made by the USS Salisbury Sound (AV-13), homeported at Seaplane base in the 1960’s.

“We thought it pretty neat that it was our 13th anniversary, and the ship’s designator is AV-13,” said Onee Hedeen, PBY Memorial

SEE PBY | PAGE 3

5

This summer, Dustin lost his wedding band in the Penobscot River at the base of Mt. Katahdin. I give him credit for keeping it as

long (12 years) as he did. A person who loses just one shoe on a regular basis cannot be expected to keep up with a 5 mm piece of gold. Interestingly, however, it took only one month for Dustin to forget that he need-

ed a replacement. I seemed to be the only one with “get new wedding band” at the top of my To-Do list.

Once the kids were back in school, we made a date of it. Naturally, memories arose

of our first time. We were living in Pensacola, Fla., and we bought our rings at a small, local jeweler downtown. We had always intended to have them engraved, but depending on who you ask, that never happened. I remember eating Mexican food for lunch afterward and strolling down Palafox Street hand-in-hand.

Our second trip was not so leisurely. Lindell would be out of preschool by 11:30 a.m., and Dustin still had to go to work. Going to buy a wedding band seemed more like a necessity than an event.

We walked into the jeweler and found the case filled with men’s rings. There, Dustin picked out what seemed to be the first thing he saw.

Let me backtrack and tell you that Dustin’s old ring was completely ordinary. Dustin, you could argue, is ordinary. His closet is filled with striped shirts in vari-ous shades of blue. He never wears anything besides plain jeans (always the same cut; always the same shade of denim) or khaki pants. He has had the same brown leather belt since he was 21.

Going to buy shoes with Dustin is a mild form of tor-ture. He tries on every shoe at every store in the entire city, deliberates for weeks, then, ultimately, ends up buying a pair that looks and fits exactly like his old pair.

Every Halloween Dustin wears the same costume: Where’s Waldo.

So forgive me when I tell you that I laughed out loud at the ring Dustin first chose. It was thick, with squared sides and modern etching. The model on the poster was young, hip and dressed in all black.

“What, you don’t think it’s ‘me’?” Dustin asked when he saw my shock.

I nudged him toward the style I knew — because I’ve been shoe-shopping with him — he’d ultimately end up with: the one that looks just like the old ring.

“Do you think those look like something I’d wear?” he asked.

“You wore one just like it for 12 years.”The salesperson measured Dustin’s finger and slid the

correct size onto his hand. Beads of sweat formed on Dustin’s brow. His breath-

ing was shallow. “I think it’s stuck,” he said.He pulled at the ring, jamming it against his large

knuckle, until the skin on his finger was red and swol-len.

The salesperson assured him it was a good fit. Naturally, I thought Dustin’s struggle — his panic —

was symbolic. I watched him suffer.Once he got the ring over his knuckle and off his

finger, he laid the band on the glass counter and said he could never wear anything like that.

Should have thought of that 12 years ago, Dusty.The salesperson looked at me thoughtfully. Then she

gave Dustin a ring one size larger. That one was too big. Dustin was afraid he’d lose it.Size, it seems, does matter. Dustin was completely conflicted: “If I get the smaller

one, what if my finger swells in the heat? Or if I get the larger one, what will happen in the winter?”

I reminded him that I’ve worn the same ring through three pregnancies and multiple stages of larger- and smaller-sized clothing. I took off my band and showed him that my finger has literally grown around my rings.

SARAHSMILEY

FAMILY

LIFE

Wedding bands: Size does matter

SEE SMILEY | PAGE 10

The Wizards on deckEditor’s note: The Wizards of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133, based at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, are

currently deployed on the USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74), in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. We receive regular photo releases from the Stennis, but often don’t have the space to run them. Here is a collection of photographs featuring the Wizards of VAQ-133.

(Right) Sailors prepare an EA-6B Prowler from the Wizards of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133, based at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, for flight operations aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).(Below) ABH Airman Apprentice Terrance Wever, from Charleston, S.C.,secures the ladder on an EA-6B Prowler from the Wizards of VAQ 133. U.S. NAVY PHOTOS BY MC2 WALTER M. WAYMAN/RELEASED

(Above) ADAN Cameron Johnson performs post-flight checks on an EA-6B Prowler from the Wizards of VAQ-133. U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY MC3BENJAMIN CROSSLEY/RELEASED(Below) Lt. Roy Walker prepares for flight operations on the flight deck in July. U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY MC2 WALTER M. WAYMAN/RELEASED

AM3 Jarrad Sizemore installs a weather seal on the aft starboard main landing gear door of an EA-6B Prowler from VAQ-133. U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY MC3 TIMOTHY AGUIRRE/RELEASED

LANGLEY

Oktoberfest

Saturday Oct. 1

11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Diamond Knot Vienna Collectible Steins Brats Music Races Giveaways

Yodel & Trivial contests Citywide Specials

Beer Garden located at Useless Bay Coffee’s Garden

Langley Oktoberfest on Facebook visitlangley.com

2011

Buying & Donating Helps Place Families In Homes

We Need Your Donations!!!Make A Difference Call Us Today

FREE PICK UP • PROMOTE REUSE/RECYCLING • TAX RECEIPT

Home Furnishings • Bedroom Sets • Couches • Chairs • Tables • Dressers • Bookcases • Lamps • Pictures • Appliances

350 SE Pioneer Way 360-675-8733 www.HabitatFurnitureAndMore.info 360-331-6272

First Friday at the FarmWine & Art WalkOct 7th 5-8pm

Featuring:Willis Hall Winery

from Marysville$10 per person for wine tasting

Hwy 525 & Wonn Rd.Greenbank Farm 360-678-7700www.greenbankfarm.com

Foundation secretary. “So we thought we’d celebrate two things at once this month,” she said.

The group’s guest speak-er was member and retired Navy Commander Wes Westlund, a chaplain who served aboard the vessel, a seaplane tender, from 1965 to 1967. Special guests from as far away as Canada and Texas attended the meeting.

Foundation member Win Stites called the meet-ing to order, led the pledge of allegiance, and before introducing Westlund, reminisced about the group’s beginnings back in 1998.

“We’ve grown from 14 members then, at that first meeting, to 33-plus today,” said Stites. He noted that some of the founding members were no longer with them today.

“At least half of them used to drive from Seattle each month, to attend our meetings,” said Stites. “In their honor, we thought we’d have a cake made to celebrate all their efforts.”

He referred to the deco-rated sheet cake, bearing the number 13. The cake also bore the likeness of the USS Salisbury Sound, affectionately known as “Sally”.

Westlund shared with the group some of his experiences while in the Navy. He remembers, very vividly, the severe earth-quake and resulting tsu-nami in Alaska in 1964.

“There were many killed — and the devastation, you cannot imagine,” he said.

Natural disasters such as that, not to mention the trauma of war, are why good chaplains are so essential, said Ron Hancock, who served aboard the USS Salisbury Sound as a Navy airman in the 1960’s.

“Things happened that made me question my faith at times,” said Hancock. “It meant so much to me to have a good Christian chaplain to help those of us who were struggling with our faith.”

Melvin Beck, who served as a Navy Ensign aboard the seaplane tender, recounted his memories of a severe storm that took place once while he was officer of the deck.

In a more humorous vein, he told the group that every time the ship pulled into Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam, “Radio Hanoi would report that we’d been sunk.”

Another warm-hearted

remembrance came in the form of a letter read aloud to the group.

Former Navy seaman Mark Webb, who served on the seaplane tender, was also personally acquainted with Westlund.

Webb’s letter recounted personal recollections of Westlund, as well as giv-ing a general thank you to Oak Harbor and the PBY Foundation, “for helping keep the memory of the PBY Catalina (seaplane) alive.”

Out-of-town guest Lesley Bond, from Wichita Falls, Texas, served on those PBY’s from 1944 to 1946. It was Bond’s first trip back to Whidbey Island in 65 years, he said.

PBY Vice Chairman William Stein presented Bond with not only a PBY commemorative coin, but also a PBY cap, as memen-toes of his visit here.

“It feels good to be back up here,” said Bond. “The country here is just beauti-ful.”

Wes Westlund

PBY Memorial Foundation members listen to guest speaker Wes Westlund recount his experiences aboard the USS Salisbury Sound. MELANIE HAMMONS/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND

PBY | FROM PAGE 1

Calling all retired Chiefs

The Whidbey Island Retired Chief Petty Officers Association will hold its annual dinner and dance Saturday starting at 6 p.m. at the CPO Club on Ault Field Road in Oak Harbor.

Dinner includes carved baron of beef, pork tender-loin, baked salmon, garlic red potatoes, vegetable medley and assorted sal-ads and dessert. There is a cash bar in the lounge. Entertainment will be provided by master hyp-notist Kevin Collins and PartyPros professional mobile DJ.

Cost to attend is $25 per person or $50 per couple. Tickets can be purchased at the CPO Club Lounge or at the door. Door prizes will be awarded. Dress is casual, but no jeans, please.

The Association was founded by retired Navy chiefs in the Whidbey Island area and was char-tered in 1974. Membership is open to any retired E-7 through E-9 of the armed forces, including the U.S. Coast Guard. The RCPOA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the well being of the community.

Officer Spouses Club needs vendors

The Officer Spouses Club of Whidbey Island is taking applications for vendors for its Boutique 2011 craft show, to be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5 at the Roller Barn in Oak Harbor.

This is an all hands event. There is a $40 fee to reserve a spot at the craft show, which includes enough space for a 6-foot

table. (Spots are roughly 6-feet by 6-feet.) Vendors keep 100 percent of their sales.

Those interested may contact Valerie Kinzey at [email protected] or by calling (503) 781-5137 for information.

Not for sissiesCurves of Oak Harbor

is out to prove it’s not for sissies. Ladies are invited to participate in the “Not For Sissies” event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday.

There will be an obstacle course, refreshments and health-related informa-tion. There will also be a healthy bake-off. Anyone who thinks they have a healthy and delicious dish is encouraged to bring enough of it to share and a copy of the recipe. Call 679-9977 for information.

First fall FridayArtists Lyla Lillis and

Kim Niles will be hosting the First Friday Celebration from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7, at Garry Oak Gallery in downtown Oak Harbor. Those interested can enjoy a glass of wine, some chocolates and the gallery’s new art spin.

Parking is available in front of the Harborside Mall or in the parking lot behind the mall on Fidalgo Street.

Call Garry Oak Gallery at 240-0222 or go to www.garryoakgallery.com for information.

VFW Ladies Auxiliary seeksauction donations

The Oak Harbor Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary is prepar-ing its annual fundrais-

ing auction, “We Serve, Because They Served.” Donations are needed to help us in our goal to raise funds for our veterans’ assistance and community service programs. Our auc-tion evening is scheduled for November 5.

Donations of goods, ser-vices, gift baskets and new or gently used items are appreciated.

The Ladies Auxiliary provides and supports vital programs in our commu-nity, including the annual Senior Christmas Party, military care packages, scholarships, youth essay programs, holiday baskets for families in need and support for veterans hos-pitals.

Businesses or individuals who donate by Oct. 20 will be featured in the auction catalog and advertising. Donations are tax-deduct-ible. Any business, group or individual who would like to donate may contact the auction coordinator, Amy Hannold, for infor-mation at 675-2338 or [email protected].

Matinee at the Library

The film “True Grit” will be shown Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Oak Harbor Library.

Jeff Bridges stars as Marshal “Rooster” Cogburn and Matt Damon is a Texas Ranger in this film directed by the Coen brothers. This film is rated PG-13 and may not be suitable for younger chil-dren.

The library is located at 1000 SE Regatta Dr. For information, call 675-5115 or go to www.sno-isle.org.

I have mentioned our puppy, Sophie, in the past — adjusting to having a puppy in the house again, how our blended family of felines have united in a com-mon cause against her — but have I mentioned the

difficulties of puppy teething?Well, actually I do recall men-

tioning how she was able to extract my husband’s new bank card, and only his new bank card, from his wallet and use it as a chew toy.

We experienced a blessed lull in the whole teething issue for seven weeks, when our ador-able pooch suffered a broken leg and had to bear the indignity of wearing the cone of shame. She

couldn’t get her teeth close enough to most things to do any damage.

Now, however, the cone is gone and she is enjoy-ing sinking her teeth into pretty much everything. She does seem to have some favorites, like our coffee table and the stairway banister.

Shoes, apparently, are another delicacy and a par-ticular favorite among puppies. In particular, my shoes. I find this perplexing for a couple of reasons: I don’t think I have smelly feet, especially when compared to my husband’s and my step-son’s; and I don’t walk around in places with smells one would assume would be attractive to canines.

I have learned, albeit slowly, to remember to put my shoes in high places when I remove them in areas that aren’t near a closet. Yet, she has learned how to climb things in order to get to them. To date, I have lost four pairs of shoes completely, and there are bite marks in several others. I don’t have a lot of shoes to begin with, so that puts a serious dent in my shoe wardrobe.

I know she will grow out of this and I know it is ultimately my fault for not watching her like a hawk and for being too lazy to put my shoes away prop-erly. But if I show up for an assignment with nothing on my feet, you’ll know what happened.

-Kathy Reed, editor

THE BINNACLETHE BINNACLETHE BINNACLEPAGE 4 | SEPTEMBER 30, 2011 PAGE 4 | SEPTEMBER 30, 2011 PAGE 4 | SEPTEMBER 30, 2011 WWW.WHIDBEYCROSSWIND.COMWWW.WHIDBEYCROSSWIND.COMWWW.WHIDBEYCROSSWIND.COM

Published each Friday from the office of The Whidbey Crosswind107 S. Main St, Ste E101 ~ P.O. Box 1200 ~ Coupeville, WA 98239

(360) 675-6611 ~ (360) 679-2695 faxOn the Internet at www.whidbeycrosswind.com

IDENTIFICATION STATEMENT AND SUBSCRIPTION RATESThe Whidbey Crosswind is published weekly by Sound Publishing on Fridays for $19 for

3 months, $29 for 6 months, $45 per year and $75 for 2 years delivered by carrier in island county from North Whidbey Island to Greenbank; $20 for 3 months, $32 for 6 months, $52 per year and $94 for 2 years delivered by in county mail from Greenbank to Clinton; $35 for 3 months, $65 for 6 months, $105 per year mailed out of county. Payment in advance is required. It is published by The Whidbey Crosswind PO Box 1200, Coupeville, WA 98239. Periodicals rate postage paid at Coupeville, WA and at additional mailing offices.

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Whidbey Crosswind, PO Box 1200,Coupeville, WA 98239. Copyright © 2010, Sound Publishing

Publisher ..................................................................................................... Marcia Van DykeEditor ............................................................................................................... Kathryn ReedWriters........................................................................... Melanie Hammons, Bryan IlyankoffAdministrative Assistant ................................................................................. Connie RossAdvertising Manager ....................................................................................... Jolie WoodsAdvertising ............................................................................Sarah Williams, Edward SmithAd Services ~ Graphics ............................................................................... Ginny TomaskoProduction Manager ......................................................................Michelle WolfenspargerStaff Artists ............................................................................. Leslie Vance, Rebecca CollinsCirculation Manager ......................................................................................Lynette ReeffCirculation Assistant ..................................................................................Diane Smothers

THE WHIDBEY CROSSWIND

We’reindependently audited!

READER INFORMATION:ADMINISTRATIVE: The Whidbey Crosswind is a publication of Sound Publishing, and is a member of the Washington Newspaper Publishers Association, the National Newspaper Association and Suburban Newspapers of America. Advertising rates are available at the Crosswind office. While the Crosswind endeavors to accept only reliable advertisements, it shall not be responsible to the public for advertisements nor are the views expressed in those advertisements necessarily those of the Whidbey Crosswind. The right to decline or discontinue any ad without explanation is reserved. DEADLINES: Display Ads–4p.m. Monday;Classified Ads – 4 p.m. Monday; Community News – Noon Monday; Letters to Editor – Noon Monday.

I’m running out of shoes

KATHY REED

NAVYVIEWS

“My favorite things to do are going crabbing and fishing during Race Week.”

SAM BEAUCHAMPSenior Chief Culinary Specialist

“I‘m going to enjoy watching the races.”

FABIAN LOPEZAviation Electrician’s Mate Third Class

“We’re new to the area, but we’ve heard about the sailboats, and are looking forward to seeing all of them.”

REBECCA DAHLWife of AMC William Dahl

“Seeing the different people who come through here, as well as all the different sailboats. It’s a really fun event for the whole town.”

RYANN NORTONdaughter-in-law of Jim Norton, VQ-1

What is your favorite activity during Race Week?

“I used to sail, so I look forward to seeing the sailboats again. Nowadays though, I also enjoy the liquid refreshments available.”

HARRY ABBOTTAir Force veteran

OUR VIEWSOUR VIEWSOUR VIEWSOUR VIEWSOUR VIEWSOUR VIEWSOUR VIEWSOUR VIEWSOUR VIEWSOUR VIEWSOUR VIEWSOUR VIEWSOUR VIEWSOUR VIEWSOUR VIEWS NAVYVIEWS

“Aren’t the sacrifices we already make by being separated from family enough?”

BETSY RUSHwife of Aviation Ordnanceman Third Class Brenton Rush

“I served for 32 years, and it seems they want to take away what was promised to us.”

AL BOISSONNEAULTNavy Chief Warrant Officer Second Class, retired

“I am so against targeting our military for anything.”

MARIANNE MERRILLDaughter of former Air Force Meteorologist Monte Merrill

“I don’t think this is fair to those serving — I really want to support our military.”MARILYN TROUTMother of Coast Guard Senior Chief Petty Officer Tony Trout

What do you think of proposed changes to Tricare for Life, a Medigap health care policy for military retirees, and should they be adopted?

“Many benefits for everyone could be a thing of the past. We can’t afford to go the way we’re going, financially, as a nation.”

ROBERT BANKSNavy Senior Chief Petty Officer, retired

WorkSource Whidbey will host another of its

popular job fairs Oct. 6 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Elk’s Lodge in Oak Harbor.

This is an excellent opportu-nity for those recently retired or separated from the military, as well as spouses and family. WorkSource conducts this free event to connect qualified job seekers with employ-ers searching for their skills. Even if your plans don’t include staying in the area, the Job Fair is a great way to get in the practice of talking to civilian employers. Why should I attend a Job Fair?

“If the employer is going to tell me to go to their website to apply why would I need to attend a Job Fair?” A better question might be, “Why would I

miss an opportunity to meet with the employer in person?”

Most employers require applicants to submit applica-tions online as an easy way to collect information. But, employers love job fairs as an opportunity to meet with people applying for open posi-tions. Some employers write their impressions of applicants

on the back of your resume. If you make a good impression you’ve made a giant leap toward getting an interview.

If you’re a person with a variety of skills you can network with employers from a range of industries to explore how your skills might bring value to those industries and businesses.

ANNE HALLAM

GUEST EDITORIAL

Let upcoming job fair work for you

SEE JOB FAIR | PAGE 10

By MELANIE HAMMONSWhidbey Crosswind

They’re not just your mother’s, or grandmother’s, coupons anymore. And that’s only one of the revelations you’ll learn about coupon user groups

on Whidbey Island. Today’s couponers include men and women, young and mature, and in Oak Harbor, military and civilian.

Meet Amy Hannold, otherwise known to local coupon club members as “Whidbey’s Frugalista.” She heads up the North Whidbey Coupon Club, is married to retired Chief Petty Officer Rick Hannold, who served 21 years in the Navy and is the mother of two children, Grace and Ben. The club has been in existence for nearly a year.

Hannold said one of the aims of the club could be summed up in the motto, “Live a fuller life at half the price.”

“I was couponing before couponing was cool,” she said. “But one of the things that’s changed over the years is that a lot of the footwork and matching can now be done by technology.”

Opportunity to saveAttend a meeting of the Whidbey Coupon Club, and

you’ll find an opportunity for classes addressing every-thing from pantry organization to tips for meal planning, not to mention helpful websites that guide you into shop-ping for savings on most anything you can name. Armed with information, club participants go forth to not only save money on family grocery budgets, but time as well.

You’ll meet people such as Janett Dekle, wife of Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuel) Second Class George Dekle, and mother of a 3- and 7-year-old. She and her family are recent transplants to Oak Harbor. Asked about why she participates in couponing, Dekle offered a couple of reasons.

“I just happen to like getting freebies, for one,” she said.Dekle said she also likes the adrenaline rush that can

come with saving $30 to $40 on a shopping trip.“That’s a big reason a lot of younger people are getting

into couponing these days,” she said.Today’s couponers also include people like Shari

Harrison, whose husband, Bob, is a retired Navy pilot.“I had couponed for years, but this class (Good Meals,

Better Deals: How to Spend Less on Groceries), taught me a lot,” said Harrison.

Hannold has been actively working as a money-saving mentor since 2004. Since then, she said, her main goal has been to help people eliminate obstacles to couponing. Addressing the myths about couponing is a key way they accomplish that.

“For us, it doesn’t necessarily mean that we are forced to shop exclusively out of the coupon insert pages, nor does it mean you have a virtual mini-mart in your house,” said Hannold.

And although media and popular culture abound with shows about shoppers scoring fantastic, too-good-to-be-true deals, Hannold describes the focus of Whidbey Coupon Club as being something altogether different.

“We like to focus on three things: Taking care of your family, being prepared for an emergency, and being a blessing to others,” she said.

Organization is keyHannold says one of first things the club seeks to teach

new coupon users is good organizing skills. That is greatly assisted by access to the Internet at the group’s meetings at Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce. Available hand-outs include generic grocery shopping lists, coupon lists and other online resources.

Right now the club is predominantly military, but it is open to all, says Hannold, since people are universally interested in saving money.

Mary Neumann, one Whidbey Coupon Club mem-ber, displayed a copy of a magazine, recommended by

Hannold.“I’m living alone right now, and trying to eat healthier

while staying on budget,” said Neumann. “One of my goals is to mass-prepare more meals, say, enough for 3 to 4 people, and freeze the extras, to eliminate eating out so much.”

Hannold notes that while some of their club members are completely new to couponing, others, especially mili-tary wives transferring in from other parts of the country, come from coupon clubs elsewhere. They bring along their own ideas and tips, which is all to the betterment of the Whidbey Coupon Club, as far as she is concerned.

“It’s been interesting watching new people come into the club, and form networks,” said Hannold.

Unique savings for military“Military families on Whidbey Island have a unique

opportunity to make the most of their income, while minimizing their expenses,” she continued. “Between the military coupons available to them, the commissary and Exchange privileges and the coupon club, they have all sorts of tangible ways to meet their goals. That may help them buy a house, a car, all while reducing debt.”

And while all those are commendable goals, they’re not the most significant outcome, noted Hannold.

“Saving money is just the foot in the doorway to lots of other good things,” she said. “It can be a gateway to new friendships, and a great spirit of camaraderie.”

Harrison offered another valuable side benefit, based upon her own personal experience.

“Have you ever had someone ring your doorbell, asking for a donation to a food drive - and you had nothing to offer? By planning ahead, and shopping wisely, you’ll find you not only can take care of your own family’s needs, you’re in a position to extend that same care toward oth-ers in need.”

Coupons: The hip, modern way to save

360.675.6611 • 107 Main St, Ste E101, Coupeville WA 98239

Whidbey

www.whidbeycrosswind.com

Gail Rognan, Advertising Rep.When she’s not out calling on her clients, Gail writes poetry, makes collages and enjoys walks in the park with her dog, Spark. She’s also a college professor of

Sociology. Call Gail to set up advertising foryour Oak Harbor area business.

M E E T T H E P R E S S

Departs Oak Harbor - 2:25 am.Arrives SeaTac - 5:00am.

Early Bird Run(Oak Harbor Only)

NOW DEPARTING ON SUNDAYS TOO!

Membership Opportunities

The North Whidbey Coupon Club meets at the following times and locations:Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30 at the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce.Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Regency on Whidbey dining room.The second Saturday of each month from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce.

The next class of Good Meals, Better Deals: How to Spend Less on Groceries meets Saturday, Oct. 22. Cost is $10, which covers the cost of class materials plus door prizes. To register, RSVP Hannold at [email protected]. Call 675-2338 for information on the North Whidbey Coupon Club.

Shari Harrison, a member of the North Whidbey Coupon Club, organizes coupon insert pages during the group’s meeting at the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce.MELANIE HAMMONS/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND

“I was couponing before couponing

was cool.”– Amy Hannold

Jolee Shaw, wife of AD2 Matthew Shaw, examines available coupons at the North Whidbey Coupon Club meeting at Regency on Whidbey last Tuesday. MELANIE HAMMONS/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND

FRI., SEPT. 30VFW Riders: The regular meeting of the VFW Riders motorcycle group will meet at 6 p.m. Friday at the VFW Hall, 3037 Goldie Rd., Oak Harbor. Call 675-4048 for information.

North Whidbey Coupon Club: All couponers, new or experienced, are invited to attend open house-style meetings of the North Whidbey Coupon Club each Friday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce

on Highway 20. Guests are offered coupons, a menu planning/grocery shopping list, non-insert coupons and more. Call 675-2338 for information.

Click Music Acoustic Jam: Join your friends and neighbors for a free evening of playing music together each Friday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Click Music, 1130 NE 7th Ave., in Oak Harbor. Players of all ages and levels are welcome. Call 675-5544.

SAT., OCT. 1Retired Chief Petty Officers Association: The Retired Chief Petty Officers Association, a nonprofit organization chartered in 1974, will hold its annual dinner and dance Saturday starting at 6 p.m. at the CPO Club on Ault Field Road in Oak Harbor. Tickets are $25 per person or $50 per couple and can be purchased at the CPO Club Lounge or at the door. Dress is casual, but no jeans, please. Any retired E-7 through E-9 is welcome to attend.

Langley Meets Munich: The seaside village of Langley will hold its fourth annual Oktoberfest Saturday starting at 10 a.m. Bavarian Village Players will take the stage at Langley’s beer garden at Olde World Ales at the back of the historic Langley Firehouse at 1 p.m. Servers from Langley’s food establishments will compete in obstacle-course type games beginning at 3 p.m. Impromptu prizes will be given for the best costumes spotted throughout the day, including best-dressed pets. Go to www.visitlangley.com for details.

Fall Garden Festival: The Fall Garden Festival will be held at Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Meerkerk Gardens is located at 3531 Meerkerk Lane in Greenbank. Call 678-1912 for information.

Tribute to the Moody Blues: Seattle-based band Threshold will present a tribute to the Moody Blues at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Bayview Community

Hall at Bayview Corner in Langley. Admission is $10. Email [email protected] or call 320-6543 for information.

Blue Grass Jam: Play some Blue Grass and Old Time with friends and neighbors from 10 a.m. to noon the first Saturday of each month at Click Music in Oak Harbor. All ages are welcome to participate. Call 675-5544 for details.

Saturday Matinee @ the Library: The movie “True Grit,” starring Jeff Bridges and Matt Damon will be shown at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Oak Harbor Library. This film is rated PG-13 and may not be suitable for younger children. The library is located at 1000 SE Regatta Dr. Call 675-5115 or go to www.sno-isle.org for information.

MON., OCT. 3Veterans of Foreign Wars: VFW Whitehead-Muzzall Post 7392, will holds its general membership meeting the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at its post on Goldie Road in Oak Harbor. Call 675-4048 for information.

VFW Ladies Auxiliary: The Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary holds its general membership meeting at 7 p.m. the first Monday of each month at the Whitehead-Muzzall Post on Goldie Road in Oak Harbor. Call 675-4048 for details.

TUES., OCT. 4Around the World Travel Series: The Oak Harbor Library presents part three of its Around the World Travel series at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. Travelers Gay and Carter Smith will share images and memories of their African Safari. Call 675-5115 or go to www.sno-isle.org for information.

North Whidbey Coupon Club: All couponers, new or experienced, are invited to attend open house-style meetings of the North Whidbey Coupon Club each Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Regency on Whidbey dining room, 1040 SW Kimball Dr., Oak Harbor.

Navy League: The Oak Harbor Area Council of the Navy League will meet Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. at the Officers’ Club on NAS Whidbey Island.

Navy Wives Club of America:Navy Wives Club of America, Whidbey Island #150, meets at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month at Building 22 on Seaplane Base. To learn more about the organization or membership, go to www.navywivesclubofamerica.org or call toll-free at 1-866-511-NWCA(6922).

WED., OCT. 5Homeownership — Learn Before You Buy or Sell: There will be a free open discussion workshop Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the Oak Harbor Library that will answer your questions about buying or selling a home. Certified housing counselor Wayne Locke will be presenting. Preregistration is required. The library is located at 1000 SE Regatta Dr. Call 675-5115 or go to www.sno-isle.org for information.

THURS., OCT. 6WorkSource Whidbey Job Fair: WorkSource Whidbey will hold a Job Fair on Thursday from noon to 4 p.m. at the Elks Lodge in Oak Harbor. This is a free event. Call 675-5966 for details.

SAT., OCT. 8Whidbey Wine, Dine and Dance: Bring a big appetite and put on your dancing shoes for Impaired Driving Impact Panel of Island

County’s annual fundraiser, Whidbey Wine, Dine and Dance, which will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8. There will be a four-course Italian dinner, the music of SeaNotes Big Band, a silent and live auction, a little improv by the Whidbey Improv Team. Cost is $25 and proceeds will benefit IDIPIC’s work with youth. Call 672-8219 for tickets or stop by the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce.

Whidbey Open Studio Tour: Art galleries and studios all over Whidbey Island will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 8 and 9. Presented by the Whidbey Island Arts Council. Go to www.islandartscouncil.org for information.

Basic Steps to Home Ownership: Learn the basic steps to homeownership in this day-long class scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8 at the Oak Harbor Library. Wayne Lock, certified housing counselor of the Homeownership Institute will conduct the class. Preregistration is required, and children are not allowed. The library is located at 1000 SE Regatta Dr. Call 675-5115 or go to www.sno-isle.org for information.

Farmers Market Harvest Fest: Join the Coupeville Farmers Market for its annual season finale and Harvest Fest from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8. Enjoy fresh produce and crafts plus music and activities for the whole family.

Call me today to discuss your options.Some people think Allstate only protects your car. Truth is,Allstate can also protect your home or apartment, your boat,motorcycle - even your retirement and your life. And the moreof your world you put in Good Hands®, the more you can save.

MATT IVERSON(360) 675-5978466 NE MIDWAYOAK [email protected]

Insurance subject to terms, qualifications and availability. Allstate Property and CasualtyInsurance Company, Allstate Indemnity Company, Allstate Fire and Casualty InsuranceCompany. Life insurance and annuities issued by Lincoln Benefit Life Company, Lincoln,NE, Allstate Life Insurance Company, Northbrook, IL, and American Heritage LifeInsurance Company, Jacksonville, FL. In New York, Allstate Life Insurance Company ofNew York, Hauppauge, NY. Northbrook, IL. © 2010 Allstate Insurance Company.

“Serving all your automotive needs on Whidbey Island from 1990 - 2007, I’m back in the area! With over 21 years experiance, I can help you get the right vehicle at the right price! In Anacortes on beautiful Fidalgo Island, I’m just an Island away, so call me today!”

www.front ier fordusa.com1-888-293-7604 EXT.114012610 Thompson Road • Anacortes, WA

Dean A. Millhouse [email protected] • 360.202.2449

Skywarrior Theater

Friday, Sept. 30 Double Feature:$5 adults/$2 youth

7 p.m. - Colombiana (PG-13)9:15 p.m. - Fright Night (R)

Saturday, Oct. 1 Matinee$3 adults/$1.50 youth

2 p.m. - The Help (PG-13)

FREE Double Feature6 p.m. - Rise of the Planet of the Apes (PG-13)8:30 p.m. - 30 Minutes or Less (R)

Sunday, Oct. 2Each movie $1

2 p.m. - Spy Kids: All the Time in the World (PG)4 p.m. - Conan the Barbarian (R)

Thursday, Oct. 6$2 adults/$1 youth

7 p.m. - Our Idiot Brother (R)

Information: 257-5537

Activities:Convergence Zone: 257-2432

General Quarters Paintball:257-2432/2702

Crescent Harbor Adventures: 57-4842

Gallery Golf Course: 257-2178

Whidbey Island Navy Flying Club:679-IFLY

The Grind Skate Park: 257-3309

Whidbey Fitness Center:257-2420

Liberty Northwest Center:257-3309

NASWI Auto Hobby Shop:257-2295

Fleet & Family Support: 1-866-854-0683

WNT PROOF

877-370-0100 | www.majesticinnandspa.com | 360-299-1400

419 Commercial Avenue | Anacortes

cÄtÇ lÉâÜ cxÜyxvà Wtç4 VÉÇy|ÜÅ çÉâÜ ãxww|Çz wtàx uxyÉÜx

bvàÉuxÜ DHà{ tÇw Üxvx|äx tÇ ÉäxÜÇ|z{à áàtç ÉÇ çÉâÜ ãxww|Çz Ç|z{à4

877-370-0100 | www.majesticinnandspa.com | 360-299-1400

419 Commercial Avenue | Anacortes

cÄtÇ lÉâÜ cxÜyxvà Wtç4 VÉÇy|ÜÅ çÉâÜ ãxww|Çz wtàx uxyÉÜx

bvàÉuxÜ DHà{ tÇw Üxvx|äx tÇ ÉäxÜÇ|z{à áàtç ÉÇ çÉâÜ ãxww|Çz Ç|z{à4

Advertise your Island Holiday

Bazaars & EventsCraft Bazaars • Holiday Bazaars • Bake Sales • Charity Events

Call for more information or place your reservationCall Jennie 360.394.8752

Toll Free: 866.296.0380 Fax 360.598.6800 or Email: [email protected]

Get a jump on your seasonal bazaar & events in October thru January! Our special section will appear Wednesday and/or Saturday in both the Whidbey

News-Times and South Whidbey Record and/or Friday in the Crosswind.

One price island-wide

2 col. x 3” ......$30.003 col. x 3” ......$40.004 col. x 4” ......$50.00

Rates per edition

Sailors began packing everything up for the move.

“We took off in the middle of the night, landed in the morning, when it was light, and we were exhausted,” Matzko, who was the squadron’s executive officer at the time, described. “So were the sailors. Guess what they did? They unpacked everything. Twelve hours from when I landed, the skipper (Cmdr. Jeffrey Craig) led the first strikes over the shores of Tripoli.”

According to Matzko, they were told they’d be in Aviano for about two weeks, that the Scorpions’ deployment would end at six months and they would all go home. Everyone started packing again, only to be told they would be there two more months.

“We can sit there and whine about it, or

these people, these guys and gals, picked it up and said ‘Let’s fire it up, let’s do it again,’” said Matzko. “Two months later, the exact same thing happened. We are packed up, ready to go, we are leaving, we have a squadron coming in (on the USS Enterprise (CVN-65)). The Enterprise is steaming our way and then we get a mes-sage saying ‘The Enterprise is steaming south.’ South. That’s, um, not this way. I’m no rocket surgeon, but I don’t think they’re coming here.”

In the end, the Scorpions finished out an eight-month deployment, with their sense of humor obviously intact, as well as pride in a job well done and in the sailors of VAQ-132.

“We supported operations 24-hours-a day in Iraq and we were doing the same thing in Libya and it’s on the back of these sailors here that we got to do that,” said Matzko. “And to that I’ll say ‘ba-boom’.”

SCORPIONS | FROM PAGE 1

Cmdr. Jay Matzko speaks to the crowd attending a military appreciation night in honor of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 132 last Thursday at Whidbey Island Bank in Oak Harbor. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND

Sailors of VAQ-132 line up to enjoy the buffet at a military appreciation event in honor of the Scorpions. The Squadron was the first to deploy in the EA-18G Growler, and returned in July following an eight-month deployment to Iraq and Italy. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND

Skywarrior Theater begins Thursday night moviesThe Skywarrior Theater on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island will begin showing

movies on Thursday nights, starting Oct. 6.The move is in response to guest feedback via ICE (customer) surveys and Quality

of Life Council comments, according to Morale, Welfare and Recreation business activities manager Deborah Brockway.

“The current plan is to test the Thursday market through the end of the year, monitor attendance and adjust accordingly,” said Brockway. “The target audience on Thursdays is most likely the single sailor so they’ll program movies to appeal to that market.”

The first Thursday movie to be shown is “Our Idiot Brother,” which is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Oct. 6. Cost for Thursday night movies is $2 for adults, $1 for youth ages 6 to 11.

The change does not affect movies normally scheduled each Friday through Sunday.

The Skywarrior Theater is home to the Navy’s first digital projector with 3-D capa-bilities. Call 257-5537 for information.

Naval Air Station Whidbey Island marked its 69th birthday Sept. 21 at a cake-cutting ceremony at the Admiral Nimitz Hall Galley.

Commanding officer Capt. Jay Johnston was on hand, speaking very briefly to freshman class Reserve Officer Training Corps candidates from the University of Washington who came to NAS Whidbey to observe the event.

“This is the 69th birth-day of NAS Whidbey Island, but it’s also the 100th anniversary of naval aviation, so we’re glad to have you here to help cel-ebrate,” Johnston told the officer candidates.

The cake, baked and decorated by Culinary Specialist Seaman Jazmin Rodriguez, was chocolate and vanilla, and featured a hand-sculptured EA-6B Prowler in one corner. Rodriguez volunteered to make the cake, but said she was a little nervous.

“This was only the sec-ond cake I’ve ever done,” she said.

After a rousing rendition of “Happy Birthday” by the ROTC candidates, Capt. Johnston, Rodriguez and Midshipman Candidate Levi Ellis cut into the con-fection, which was then served to those having lunch at the galley.

NAS Whidbey Island was commissioned Sept. 21, 1942, under the com-mand of Capt. Cyril Thomas Simard. The base’s first squadrons of aircraft were the F4F Wildcats. NAS Whidbey currently has 19 active duty squadrons and two Ready Reserve squadrons in addi-tion to a Search and Rescue Unit and has more than 50 tenant commands.

NASWI celebrates 69 years

Midshipman candidate Levi Ellis, left, Culinary Specialist Seaman Jazmin Rodriguez and NAS Whidbey Island com-manding officer, Capt. Jay Johnston, cut a birthday cake Sept. 21 at Admiral Nimitz HalI Galley in honor of the installation’s 69th birthday. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND

A chocolate and vanilla confection commemo-rates the 69th birthday of NAS Whidbey Island. The cake was baked and deco-rated by Culinary Specialist Seaman Jazmin Rodriguez, who volunteered for the job. KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND

ON THE GO?WhidbeyCrosswind.com

is mobile-friendly!

WNT PROOF

Please Recycle This NewsPaPeR

By KATHY REEDWhidbey Crosswind

History echoes in the events of today. Pirate attacks and recent battles in Libya are news-makers now, the events reminiscent of the

Barbary Coast Wars in the early 1800s. One of the heroes of the First Barbary War is the

subject of a new book, “O’Bannon: Lieutenant Presley Neville O’Bannon, USMC Hero of the War with Barbary Pirates in Tripoli,” written by Oak Harbor resident Trudy Sundberg.

“That’s what we’re involved in today — piracy, politics and power, then and now,” Sundberg said. “My son, Kris, prompted me to write this. He said, ‘Mom, you wrote about Presley Neville O’Bannon 30 years ago, and look what’s happening in North Africa; the pirates are doing it again. It’s the same thing that happened when Thomas Jefferson was our president.’”

So Sundberg got to work, dusting off her first edition of the book on O’Bannon, spending three years researching and refining what she’d previously written. The former schoolteacher is no stranger to writing, having coauthored other books on academic subjects. This was, however, her first military book, even though she is familiar with military life. Her late husband, Capt. John Sundberg, had a distinguished career in the Navy, serv-ing as commander of two squadrons on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, with additional tours of duty in Washington, D.C. and serv-ing as a military attache at the Hague, the Netherlands.

New and improvedWhile Sundberg’s first book had the

basic facts, it contained a lot of gene-alogy. The new edition is a full-color book filled with paintings depicting the events of the battle as well as photographs of O’Bannon’s birth-place and his sword, the model upon which current Marine officers’ swords are based. Still, there are challenges in researching someone who lived 200 years ago. For that, Sundberg relied upon her research assistant and former student, Kathy Hardesty.

“I had done a lot with the original book, but she knew how to write the letters to the research librarians,” Sundberg said, adding the process just takes time. “Number one, they’re very busy; number two, many are under-

paid; and number three, usually you have to keep phoning or writing letters to explain what it

is you’d like to have. But I have the utmost respect for librarians,

particularly research librarians.”

Even with all the help from various

libraries, Sundberg said she was surprised

at how little information was available about her

subject.“I honestly don’t know if

there’s another book about O’Bannon. He’s mentioned in

a lot of books, but I’m guess-ing this is the only book about

him,” she said. “Here’s this little guy, unknown, signs up for the

Marines. He took this assignment and went over there and just became

a hero. He’s the first man to raise the American flag in victory on foreign

soil. This is what he’s known for in the Marines.”

O’Bannon has been somewhat over-shadowed in history by Gen. William

Eaton, who, as Sundberg tells it, was no general at all.

“The reason my book is on O’Bannon is there are a lot of books on Eaton. He’s the make-believe general,” she explained. “He just named himself a general. He had a lot of influence and chutzpah and self confidence and he’d go to the president and the senators and say ‘We’ve got to stop this.’ So he persuaded them to do this, then when he got over there the funds were limited and he was in terrible shape. But he was brilliant and very aggressive. A lot of people didn’t like him, but he liked O’Bannon and O’Bannon liked him.”

Current eventsSundberg hopes recent events will make people more

interested in her book.“Before this recent turmoil, anybody I talked to didn’t

know where (the Barbary Coast) was,” she said. “Very few people realize that the area I’m talking about involves Algeria, Tunisia, Tripoli. All this warfare now makes this book quite current.

“And you know what? Almost everybody I talk to, they never even heard about the Barbary Coast,” Sundberg

w w w . s a k u r a b u r l i n g t o n . c o m

• Fresh Made Sushi

• Hand Selected Angus Beef

• Happy Hour Daily Open to 3PM

JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR

COME CHECK US OUT!

1830 S. Burlington Burlington, WA

great food and an excellent show

(360) 588-4281

E. George Hopper Rd.

S. Burlington Blvd.

Lighting Universe

Hampton Inn & Suites

EXIT229

35th ANNUALEVERETT SAUSAGE FEST

October 7-9 • Noon-Midnight • Sunday until 7p.m.

Beer & Wine Garden • Carnival • Food • Arts/CraftsBavarian Dinner • Bingo • Live Music • Kid’s Activities

Perpetual Help Church Grounds • Everett Ave. & Cedar St.

www.everettsausagefest.comSponsors: Widmer/Bud Light, Dwayne Lane, Bry’s Home Appliance,

Alfy’s Pizza, Frontier Communications

Piracy, politics and power

“The Assault on Derna,” by Col. Charles H. Waterhouse, USMCR, retired, depicts Lt. Presley O’Bannon leading his men in an attack against Derna, in hopes of returning a friendly ruler to Tripoli’s throne. PHOTO COURTESY OF TRUDY SUNDBERG

Local author shares the storyof a 19th century Marine

knew how to write the letters to the research librarians,” Sundberg said, adding the process just takes time. “Number one, they’re very busy; number two, many are under-

paid; and number three, usually you have to keep phoning or writing letters to explain what it

is you’d like to have. But I have the utmost respect for librarians,

particularly research

help from various libraries, Sundberg

said she was surprised at how little information

was available about her subject.

“I honestly don’t know if there’s another book about

O’Bannon. He’s mentioned in a lot of books, but I’m guess-

ing this is the only book about him,” she said. “Here’s this little

guy, unknown, signs up for the Marines. He took this assignment

and went over there and just became a hero. He’s the first man to raise the

American flag in victory on foreign soil. This is what he’s known for in the

Marines.” O’Bannon has been somewhat over-

shadowed in history by Gen. William Eaton, who, as Sundberg tells it, was no

general at all.

ing as commander of two squadrons on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, with additional tours of duty in Washington, D.C. and serv-ing as a military attache at the Hague, the

While Sundberg’s first book had the basic facts, it contained a lot of gene-alogy. The new edition is a full-color book filled with paintings depicting the events of the battle as well as photographs of O’Bannon’s birth-place and his sword, the model

An ink drawing from “The Assault on Derna” art collection by Col. Charles H. Waterhouse, USMCR, retired. PHOTO COURTESY OF TRUDY SUNDBERG

CONTINUED ON PAGE 9

Call to reserve

your spaCetoday!

Crossfit for beginner’s programStarts

Monday, october 24, 20117aM or 6 pM

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

• All fitness levels are Welcome• 3 Training A Week for 4 Weeks• Individualized Coaching• Workout Journal

• Nutritional Seminar• 30 Page Nutritional

Guide• Body Composition

Testing• CrossFit T-Shirt

life Changing experienCes

happens here!• CrossFit • Bootcamp• Russian Kettleball

Strength Training

• Olympic Weightlifting

• Commando Krav Maga

1751 Goldie Road - Oak Harbor • 2464 E. Black Burn - Mount Vernon

360-675-6306 • www.crossfitwhidbeyisland.com

Autumn is the peak season for in� uenza, so...

FLU SHOTS AVAILABLE All Day Monday-Saturday

No Appointment NeededRegence, TRICARE, Group Health

Your most convenient Vaccination Destination!

Oak Harbor - 230 SE Pioneer Way360-675-6688 | 800-378-6688

Clinton - Ken’s Korner Shopping Plaza360-341-3880

continued. “They never even heard about Thomas Jefferson there. They never knew that we paid hundreds of thousands of dollars to these bad guys to get our guys out.”

Speaking about her sub-ject with great enthusiasm, Sundberg said she hopes her book can gain the attention of folks on Whidbey Island, especially the active duty Marines stationed at NAS Whidbey.

“I want to emphasize mostly Marines because they know him, they like him, they would love to have this book on their coffee table,” she said with a smile.

Hello Hollywood?There’s even been some talk of a movie. There is a 1942

film called “To the Shores of Tripoli,” but the Hollywood rumor mills have been abuzz for several years about a his-torical epic called “Tripoli.”

“There’s been gossip that Ridley Scott is going to do it and I hope he does, then my book would sell like mad,” Sundberg said.

The book is currently available for purchase from Sundberg. The cost is $20 and those interested should contact her by emailing [email protected].

Sundberg said she has no plans for another book at this time, preferring instead to take a little time off first.

“I’m focusing on Whidbey Island and the Marines and the Navy here and then I’ll focus on some of those proj-ects,” she said.

All in all, Sundberg is thrilled with the way her second edition of the O’Bannon story has turned out and thinks there’s something a little magical about her subject.

“Presley O’Bannon was born in 1776,” she said. “Now, don’t you believe in predestination? I think that adds a little magic touch to the whole thing.”

Local author Trudy Sundberg stands near one of her many rose bushes in the back yard of her Oak Harbor home. The second edition of Sundberg’s book on Marine hero, Lt. Presley O’Bannon, has just been published.KATHY REED/WHIDBEY CROSSWIND

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 8 “... All this warfare

now makesthis book

quite current.”– Trudy Sundberg

Get your copy:Anyone interested in a copy of “O’Bannon: Lieutenant Presley Neville O’Bannon, USMC Hero of the War with Barbary Pirates in Tripoli” should contact author Trudy Sundberg via email at [email protected]. Cost is $20 per book.

O’Bannon and the NavyThree ships of the United States Navy have been named USS O’Bannon, after early Marine Corps hero Presley O’Bannon (1784–1850):

The first O’Bannon (DD-177) was a Wickes-class destroyer, launched in 1919 and struck in 1936.

The second O’Bannon (DD-450) was a Fletcher-class destroyer, launched in 1942 and struck in 1970. She received the Presidential Unit Citation and earned 17 battle stars for World War II service, more than any other destroyer in the war.

The third O’Bannon (DD-987) was a Spruance-class destroyer, launched in 1978 and struck in 2005.

2

3

1

JOIN US INJOIN US INOIN US IN

250 SW 3rd Avenue • Oak Harbor(Behind K-Mart)

Sunday Morning Services • 9:00am Traditional Worship • 10:00am Sunday School (All Ages) • 10:30am Contemporary Worship

Children and Worship675-4837

www.frcoh.org [email protected]

Oak HarborLutheran ChurchNW 2nd Avenue & Heller RoadAcross the street from OHHS Staadium

Nursery Available Sunday Evening Prayer 6:30 PM at

St. Mary Catholic Church in CoupevillePastor Jeffrey Spencer

Pastor Marc Stroud, Caring MinstryLynne Ogren, Music & Children Ministry

679-1561

Saturday Worship ................. 5:30 p.m.Sunday Worship ....8:00 & 10:30 a.m.Sunday School .........................9:15 a.m.

House of Prayer Faith Tabernacle of Praise

Monday Prayer Meeting - 6:00 P.M.Tuesday Night Bible Study- 6:30 P.M.Friday High Praise Service- 6:30 P.M.

Sunday Celebration/Children’s Ministry – 9:30 A.M.Sunday Morning Worship Service – 11:00 A.M.

Church Telephone Number (360)679-1003Bishop Charles And Pastor E�e Boyles (360)929-3127

620 A/B Erin Park DriveOak Harbor, WA 98277

(NEXT TO U-HAUL BLDG.)

Sunday Services8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 am

(“Kids on the Rock” Ministry for Children ages 3mos.-5th grade meets at all services)“Amped” Jr. High Youth: Sun., 5:00 pm

“Legacy” High School Youth: Sun., 7:15 pmSmall Groups

Women’s Ministry • Men’s MinistryRuss Schlecht ~ Senior Pastor

www.elivingword.org

490 NW Crosby Ave., Oak Harbor 675-5008

WhidbeyPresbyterian

Church1148 SE 8th Ave

Oak Harbor11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship

9:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Dave Templin, Pastor

Bethany Popkes, Youth DirectorKurt Imbach, Adult Facilitator www.whidbeypres.org

679-3579Child Care is available and Everyone Welcome

St. Stephen’sAnglican Church

The Rev. Paul Orritt

Welcoming AllSunday

8:00 am --- Worship and Holy Communion9:30 am --- Adult Formation (study) nursery and childcare10:30 am --- Worship and Holy Communion nursery and childcare

Sunday school for young ones Youth class (ages 12 and over)

555 SE Regatta Dr. • Oak Harbor • 679-3431www.ststephensanglicans.org

Sunday Worship .8:30 am & 10:45 amClasses For All Ages ................ 9:45 amYouth Ministries-Choirs-Bible Studies

Dave Johnson, Pastor675-2441 • www.ohfumc.org1050 SE Ireland St • Oak Harbor

FirstUnitedMethodistChurch

Oak HarborUnited Pentecostal Church

Sunday Service - NoonWednesday Bible Study 7pm

Pastor Mark Dillon404-661-4653

[email protected]

Mailing Address:41 NE Midway Blvd Suite 103

Oak Harbor, WA 98277

CALVARY APOSTOLIC TABERNACLE(The Pentecostals of Island County)

3143 Goldie Rd Unit B • Oak Harbor(behind Precision Tire)

SOULS HARBORA SAFE PLACE TO CALL HOME

Sunday Morning...............10amSunday Evening ............ 6:30pmWednesday ..........................7pm

632-7243Pastor Greg Adkins

Word OfEverlastingLife & FaithChurch

721 S.E. Barrington • Oak Harbor360-632-3642Sunday

Bible Study 9:00amWorship Service 10:00amEvening Service 6:00pm

Come Worship With Us!Thursday Bible Study 7:00p.m.950 S.W. Upland Ct • Oak HarborPastor Dr. Thomas Stoneham Sr.,

Minister Donald Cole

Oak HarborChurch of Christ

1000 NE Koetje Street(Just North of Offi ce Max)

“To Know Christ & Make Him Known”Sunday Morning:Worship Assembly -------------------------9:30 amBible Classes for all ages --------------- 11:00 amWed. Classes for all ages ------------------6:30 pm

Joe Cook, Preaching Ministerwww.churchofchrist-oh.org

[email protected]

721 SW 20th CT (one block south of Highway 20 off Scenic Heights St.)www.christiansciencewhidbey.com ❖ [email protected] ❖ 360-675-0621

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CHURCHOAK HARBOR

COME VISIT!

Sunday Service & Sunday School - 10 amWednesday Testimony Meeting - 7:30 pm

Free Child Care - All Services

Visit our Reading RoomIT’S MORE THAN A BOOK STORE!Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday - 11am to 3 pm

Wednesday - 6:30 to 7:30 pm

679-1288

ConcordiaLutheranChurch

Missouri SynodWorship Service ...........................Sunday 9:00amAdult Bible Study & Sunday School .....11:15amEvening Service ....................Wednesday 6:30pm

Nursery AvailablePastor Juan Palm

360-675-2548Preschool 360-679-1697

590 N. Oak Harbor St • Oak Harborwww.concordialutheranwhidbey.org

Welcoming everyday peopleinto everyday faith

SUNDAY NIGHTS6:00 TO 7:30 PM

Pastor James Gallagher

Meets atST. STEVEN’S ANGLICAN

555 SE Regatta • Oak HarborFollow us online at Facebook or visit our website

www.islandvineyard.org.

Whidbey IslandChurch of Christ

3143-G North Goldie RdOak Harbor

Sunday Worship ........9:00 a.m.Sunday Bible Study 10:00 a.m.Sunday Evening ........5:00 p.m.Wednesday Evening .6:00 p.m.

For more information call:Gary 675-5569Jerry 679-3986

Come Worship With Us.Promote Your Place Of Worship In

The Whidbey News-Times For Only $11.25/week.

Now You Can Have Additional Promotion In Whidbey CrosswindsDouble The Coverage For Only $20.00/Week.

Please Call 360-675-6611 Today!

How should I prepare for a job fair?• A job fair is a professional event – it is not appropriate

for children.• Research companies ahead of time.• Prepare resumes targeted for specific openings

employers advertise.• Prepare a 60 second “commercial” to present yourself.

Include name, experience, employment goal, relevant job skills and a ‘here’s why I stand out’ statement.

• Dress neatly and professionally. Keep jewelry to a minimum. Avoid fragrances.

• Be prepared to interview! Have questions to ask. Remember, you’ve researched them in advance so you’ll have some good questions already prepared.

• Approach employers with confidence, a firm hand-shake and a smile.

• Allow enough time to visit employers you’re inter-ested in. Don’t monopolize an employer’s time if you see they need to speak to others. Ask if you can come back

when they are not as busy. Then do it.• This is about what you KNOW, not what you don’t

know. Highlight the skills you have rather than apologize for those you don’t.

• Find out their timeline so you’ll know when and how to make an appropriately-timed follow up.

• Thank the employer for their time and ask them to consider you for their opening(s).

• Ask for a business card from everyone you speak to for easy follow up.

Know yourself. Know the employer. Build the bridge between your skills and what the employer needs.

Go to www.worksourcenorthwest.com/content/HowToWorkAJobFair_files/frame.htm for tips.

If you have any questions, get assistance at WorkSource Whidbey, 675-5966, or the Fleet and Family Support Center, 257-6289.

Anne Hallam is the WorkSource Whidbey center coor-dinator. WorkSource Whidbey is located at 31975 SR 20, Suite 3, in Oak Harbor. Regular office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

JOB FAIR | FROM PAGE 4

Indeed, my ring finger is quite deformed. Ring or no ring, I could never pass as single.

True, Dustin’s finger has been spared the missha-penness that mine has endured. (Perhaps his old ring was bigger?) But it is contained just the same.

We bought the plain band and left it with mine to finally get engraved.

On the way home, I looked at my suddenly bare, disfigured finger. How long would it take for the skin to bounce back, to regain its usual shape? Probably never.

I looked at Dustin’s hand—his smooth, symmet-rical fingers—on the steering wheel and comforted myself with this: his are misshapen, too....if only metaphorically.

Sarah Smiley is a syndicated newspaper columnist, author and military wife. Her columns appear the second, fourth and occasional fifth Friday of each month.

SMILEY | FROM PAGE 2

Friday, September 30, 2011, Whidbey Crosswinds, PAGE 11

31 new

$

360-675-9097www.WhidbeyIslandRentals.com

EQUAL HOUSINGOPPORTUNITY

Serving North Whidbey for all of

your housing needs.

Koetje Property Management



380 SE Pioneer WayOak Harbor, WA 98277 EQUAL HOUSING

OPPORTUNITY

WhidbeyIslandRents.com

www.facebook.com/koetjerentals3 Bed/1.75 Bath, 1300SqFt, Updated Kitchen, Quiet/Secluded Area, Kirk Lane! $980

4 Bed/2.5 Bath 2400SqFt! Beach Access, Boat Launch, Pet Friendly, $1275

real estatefor sale - WA

Real Estate for SaleIsland County

Oak Harbor

$97,300. 3 bedroom 2 bath, 1248 sq.ft. modular home on private lot with water view. Agents ok. Call (360)675-8932

Oak Harbor

LOVINGLY maintained, immaculate, 1440 SqFt mobile located in Park- wood Manor #6. 3 bedroom, 2 full bath. Newer carpet, roof, l inoleum, oven, hot water heater. Jenn -A i r range /g r i l l . Great center kitchen with bui l t - in breakfast bar. Dining room with built in buffet and hutch. Separ- ate laundry with built in pantry and storage cup- boards. Large master bedroom wi th master bath and l inen closet. Located in one of the best lots in the park. Pri- va te back ya rd w i t h trees, shrubs, f lowers and Sears metal storage shed. Carport with shop. Close to town and NAS Whidbey on School and Island Transit bus lines. $28,999 or best offer. Call: (360)929-9787

real estatefor sale

Real Estate for SaleLots/Acreage

FREELAND2 ACRE, LEVEL LOT. For sale by owner. Wa- ter, power, phone lines to property corner. Site registrat ion (soi l supports conventional septic system). Asking $50,000 taking offers. For more info: (360)320-7196

Real Estate for SaleLots/Acreage

Langley

N E W P R I C E ! W a s $70,000, NOW $59,900. 1+ acre for sale. Ready for bui ld. Water paid, septic perk complete, power at road. Assessed at $70,000. Call for information. (360)507-7495, (360)507-9748 or email:[email protected]

Vacation/Getaways for Sale

Sel l ing three 1 week stays in my gorgeous timeshare condos 1,2, & 3 bdrm. Avail worldwide 253-579-3460

real estatefor rent - WA

Real Estate for RentIsland County

CLINTON

SPACIOUS 3 bedroom, 3 bath, plus bonus room. All electric appliances. Fenced yard with storage sheds. Quiet street, walk to ferry/ shopping. $ 1 , 2 5 0 m o n t h , ye a r lease. 360-319-6058COUPEVILLE

2 BEDROOM IN TOWN by park! Bamboo floors. Laundry room. 4 blocks t o b e a c h ! $ 6 4 5 + utilities. 360-679-1103.

COUPEVILLE

2 BEDROOM with large yard, garage. Beautiful view! Near hospital, bus and park. No pets. $900 month, $900 deposi t . 804 NW Broadway. 360- 678-5629


COUPEVILLE

3 BEDROOM HOUSE & farm that is part of the Ebey’s Landing National Historic Preserve. Views of Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound! In- cludes garage, one barn & hay loft (40’x60’), 1 barn (25’x70’; presently with horse stalls), 1 barn ( 5 0 ’ x 2 0 0 ’ ) , 1 b a r n (50’x250’) & approxi- mate ly 35 acres sur- rounding the buildings. Great place for a horse operation or an organic farm operation. Addition- a l a c r e a g e m a y b e available at later date. $2,300 per month, security deposit, with other terms. Two bedroom, one bath house a lso avai lable to rent wi th portion of the farm, but not par t of the l is ted price. 425-891-8702.CoupevilleVintage coral-block cottage; south of Coupe- ville. 2 Bdrm., 3/4 bath, open f loor p lan . De- tached Garage/ workshop, well landscaped - yard maintenance provided. No smoking/ pets. $750 mo, 1yr. lease. (360)678-5322COUPEVILLE

WATERFRONT Penn Cove. Custom, remod- eled & furnished 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with many extras. No pets. $1,750 + $1,750 security & cleaning deposit. 360- 679-3355

FreelandBUSH POINT V IEW, $950/mo. 2 bedroom + den, 2 bath. Clean, great light, yard care included. 275 Kai Rd. Avail Nov 1. No smoking/pets. Call Daniel; 360-331-1617

Classifieds. We’ve got you covered. 800-388-2527

www.nw-ads.comWe’ll leave the site on for you.


Freeland

1 BEDROOM, 1 bath cottage. Excellent condi- t ion. Custom inter ior, high ceilings, all new ap- p l iances. Low energy cos ts. Large garage. Park-like, sunny setting. $995/mo. Call: 360-730- 1322 or 360-631-2870

LANGLEY2 BEDROOM, 1 bath, Crawford Road area. W a s h e r , d r y e r . N o smok ing , pe ts nego- tiable. $775 month, first and last. (360)321-6191Langley2 BEDROOM + office, 1.5 bath, washer & dryer. $1400 month, first, last & security. No smoking. No pets. Available Oct. 1st. 360-321-2036Langley

3 BEDROOM, 2 bath, 1,673 SF, 2 story cozy home. Plenty of parking, 2 car garage. $1250 month. More information and photos available at 360-632-9901 or funky- [email protected]

LangleyB E AC H WO O D, $ 7 5 0 month. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, corner lot . New paint and carpets. No smoking/pets. Yard care included. 4330 Lunberg. Daniel; 206-527-0800Langley - downtown

SMALL but cute, 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Washer, dryer, dishwasher. On bus line. Available now. No smoking. Pets con- sidered. Year lease required. First, last + deposit. $850 per month. (360)221-3110


LANGLEY

Wa te r f r on t Edgec l i f f Drive. Spectacular deck view from charming 2 bedroom cottage! Wood stove, covered carport, hot tub, washer & dryer. $1,150/mo. Cal l 732- 245-6027

Oak Harbor

1 BEDROOM, full bath + large closet, fireplace, l iv ing room, f r idge & s tove/oven, spac ious k i tchen, separate en- trance, covered patio, storage shed. 10 mins from Base. Available Oc- t o b e r 1 s t . $ 5 7 5 p e r month. (360)240-1244, (360)914-0409

OAK HARBOR 2 BEDROOM in 5 unit building. Ocean island view. No laundry/hookups. Parking. New interi- or. Yard. $555. 360-679- 1103.


OAK HARBOR2 BR, 1.5 BA HOME at Deception State Park, Cranberry Lake! View, wood stove, dishwasher, carport! No pets. $875/ month plus deposit. 425- 330-0600

OAK HARBOR

3 BEDROOM, lower level of home. Private parking, large yard. No laun- d r y. No pe ts . W/S /G included. $700. 360-675- 3537.

OAK HARBORPASTORAL view! 2 bedroom home on horse farm near downtown. Yard with deck & fire pit. $755. 360-679-1103


Oak Harbor3 miles from Deception Pass, 2 BR, 1 BA house with large lot, all new windows, carpets, floor- ing, cabinets. $720 per month, $500 damage deposit. 425-750-4745.

Oak Harbor

BEACH HOUSE, $1500 month, $1500 deposit. 1 year lease required. 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 1800 SF. 1084 Landing Circle. Ava i l ab le Now! Pe ts Okay! (360)969-3102

Oak Harbor

LARGE 3 Bedroom, 2 B a t h w / s h o p , o n acreage. Ideal for animal lovers. Available 11/1. $1,050 per mo. 360-969- 2285

click! www.nw-ads.com email! classi� [email protected] call toll free! 1.888.399.3999 or 1.800.388.2527

Local readers.Local sellers.Local buyers.

We make it easy to sell...right in your communityreal estate

for sale jobshome

services stuff wheelsreal estate

for rent - WA PN

W M

arke

tPla

ce!

OfficeHours:8-5pm

Mondayto Friday

print &online24/7

, Whidbey Crosswinds, Friday, September 30, 2011

For All Your Recruitment Needs

ASK THE EXPERT

With options ranging from one time advertising to annual campaigns,

I have the products and the expertise to meet your needs.

Tiffany Walker - Recruitment Solutions Specialist

10 years print media experience866-603-3213

[email protected]

Whether you need to target your local market

or want to cover the Puget Sound area,

WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED!

Advertise your Island Holiday

Bazaars & Events

Call for more information or place your reservationCall Jennie 360.394.8752

Toll Free: 866.296.0380 Fax 360.598.6800 or Email: [email protected]

Get a jump on your seasonal bazaar & events in October thru January! Our special section will appear Wednesday and/or Saturday in both the Whidbey

News-Times and South Whidbey Record and/or Friday in the Crosswind.

One price island-wide

2 col. x 3” ......$30.003 col. x 3” ......$40.004 col. x 4” ......$50.00


OAK HARBORRENT TO OWN; 3+ bedroom, 2 bath, 1900 sqft. New features. Wood- s tove. V iew o f Penn Cove. $950 month. 206- 910-5503Oak Harbor

VERY NICE 3 bedroom 2 bath home on quiet street in Roll ing Hil ls. Wood f loor in L iv ing room and Dining room, propane stove plus electr ic heat, large double garage with shop, large private low maintinence yard. $1195. Call 360- 969-1138.Saratoga Beach

1000 SF COTTAGE, off East Harbor Rd 6 miles nor th o f Free land . 1 Bedroom, 1 bath, 1 car ga rage, re f r i ge ra to r, washer/dryer, pr ivate, community beach and boat launch. No smok- i ng , pe ts nego t i ab le $850 per month p lus utilities. 360-730-1393, [email protected]

Real Estate for RentKitsap County

SILVERDALE

2 BEDROOM, 1 bath mobile at 4165 Newber- ry Lane, off Chico Way. $675 month plus deposit. 360-275-5633.

Apartments for Rent Island County

CLINTON

“IN-LAW” STUDIO, sep- erate kitchen, full bath. Sunny, fireplace. Seper- ate entry. Washer, dryer. New refrigerator. Private lake wi th dock, f loat , boat ramp. $450 month plus electr ic i ty. Trade rent for handyperson skills. (360)341-2308

Coupeville

MADRONA VALLEY APARTMENTS

1 Bedroom $555 2 Bedroom $620$300 Security Deposit

Income Limits ApplyCall 360-678-3522

360-320-1057OAK HARBOR

1 BEDROOM, 1 bath, 950 SF. 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 1250 SF. Starting $650-$800 +depos i t . Water, sewer, garbage included. Covered parking, storage, W/D hook- u p , F i r e p l a c e s a n d MORE! Very clean! 360- 675-1516.www.windmillrentals.com

OAK HARBOR

1 BEDROOMs$525 Per Month

Near NAS/town. Wtr/swr/grbg paid. Laundry facilities.

360-683-0932 626-485-1966 Cell

Oak HarborL E X Y M A N O R A p t s . Small, quiet community. Special needs and large fami l ies encouraged. Call: 360-279-2155


Oak Harbor

1 BEDROOM Condo. Washer, d r yer, d ish- washer, in town. $575/ month plus deposit. Wa- ter, sewer, garbage included. Good credit required. (360)675-1057

Oak Harbor1st MONTH FREE: 2 BR, good location, W/D hookups. $650/mo, 12 mo lease. water, sewer, trash paid. No pets. Park Place Apartments. 360- 708-3427Oak Harbor

2 BEDROOM, 2 bath. N ew wa s h e r, d r ye r, range. 1st floor, garage with storage, fireplace, patio. $800 per month, water, sewer, garbage included. No smoking, pets negot iable. 360- 632-3783

OAK HARBOR

2 BEDROOM apartment by NAS. Carport, storage, laundry room. $600 per month. Includes water, sewer and garbage. (425)385-2000

OAK HARBOR

2 BEDROOM Ground F loor Condo. Washer dryer faci l i t ies. Smal l pets okay. $775 month plus deposit. (360)672- 4245

Oak Harbor

AUTUMN SPECIALS!!

2 bedroom, 2 bath and 1 bedroom apar tments. Near NAS. Call for details: (360)679-1442

OAK HARBOR

CENTRAL Downtown 2 Bedroom, only $675! Energy Saving Gas Heat. One Block From Stores, Theater, Park and Beach!! 360-969- 2434

OAK HARBOR

EXTENDED stay. Tem- porary housing. 1 Bed- room, month to month, furnished, utilities included. no smoking or pets. 360-675-5911,[email protected]

OAK HARBOR

OAK GROVE APTSNow available:1 bedroom units

Call 360-675-400265 SW 3rd Ave,

Oak Harbor



OAK HARBOR

LARGE 2 BEDROOM Penthouse view, spacious patio. Clean and quiet! Fireplace, washer, dryer hookups. Senior discount avail. Garbage included. $725/ Month. 360-675-6642.

Oak Harbor

Quality Living at an Affordable Price

Everyone is welcome here! Large & special needs families encouraged. 1 , 2 & 3 BR apartments starting at $600/mo. Walking distance to beach, golf course, shopping & bus route.

Madrona Manor 360-240-1606360-391-6578

** Section 8 approved

WA Misc. RentalsDuplexes/Multiplexes

OAK HARBOR2 BEDROOM waterview! Old town, near beach! Move in discount! Laun- dry room, yard, off-street parking. $730. 360-679- 1103.

OAK HARBOR

5 MINUTES from NAS. 2.5 acre private setting! 2 bedroom duplex with garage. New windows, doors & bath. Pets ok. $800/ month plus deposit. 360-333-8080

OAK HARBOR OCEANFRONT, beautiful view! Spacious 1,200 SF one bedroom, one bath with all appliances inc lud ing microwave. Fireplace, double garage & deck. No smoking, Avail Sept 1. $1,000/mo. 1-209-984-3275, 209- 743-7379


Bottomless garage sale. $37/no word limit. Reach

thousands of readers.Go online: nw-ads.com24 hours a day or Call 800-388-2527 to get

more information.

Sell it free in the Flea1-866-825-9001

WA Misc. RentalsMobile/MFG Homes

OAK HARBORMOBILE HOME

PARK

Back to School Special!

$495 - $795For Lease or Purchase

Options Available

APPLICATION FEES8 okay

CALL TODAY360-675-4228

announcements

Announcements

ADOPTION: Loving, athletic, financially secure, stable Christian family, stay at home Mom, would love to talk to you if you are considering adoption, expenses paid: 877- 954-0918; 206-972- 2580, cell/[email protected]

ADOPT: Loving, secure fami ly yearns for 1st baby to cherish. Expens- es paid. Rose, 1-888- 449-0803

B A S S P L AY E R a n d drummer wi th voca ls wanted for a classic rock band. Everything from Beatles to Rush. Steady gig. Call Don (360)661- 5071

G&O MINI STORAGENew Space

Available Now! Some just like a vault!

Hwy 20 & Banta Rd1/2 OFF!

Call:

360-675-6533

IF YOU USED THE

ANTIBIOTIC DRUG

LEVAQUINAnd Suffered A

Tendon Rupture,you may be entitled to compensation. Call

AttorneyCharles Johnson 1-800-535-5727


Find what you need 24 hours a day.

Announcements

Now AcceptingIsland Medical Spa

Gift Certificates!Island Massage Works &

Laura Matthews will give you

$15 Offyour service when you present your I.M.S. Gift

Certificate!425-737-5410

www.islandmassage works.com

THRESHOLD MOODY Blues Tribute Concert in L a n g l ey a t B ay v i ew Community Hall, Satur- day, October 1st. All ag- e s , a d m i s s i o n $ 1 0 , doors open at 7:30pm. For more info call or text 360-320-6543 or e-mail [email protected]

[email protected]

Lost

LOST: DIAMOND Ring. Last seen at Commis- sary on Sea Plane Base, September 18th. Great sentimental value. Call with info, (360)279-8028

jobs




more information.

SOLD IT? FOUND IT? Let us know by calling 1-800-388-2527 so we can cancel your ad.

Add a picture to your ad and get noticed 1-inch photo 1-inch copy5 weeks for

one low priceCall: 1-800-388-2527 or

go onlinewww.nw-ads.com

Visit our web site for great deals nw-ads.com

Find what you need 24 hours a day.

Employment Finance

Whidbey Island Bank is seeking applicants

for a

COMPLIANCE ASSISTANT

Position located at our Operat ions Center in Oak Harbor, WA. This pos i t ion ass is ts w i th compliance program im- plementation, including various compliance re- views. Position also assists with the completion o f t h e d e p a r t m e n t ’s Compliance Monitoring Program. Qualified candidates must have minimum th ree yea rs o f banking experience and knowledge of basic compliance requirements related to deposit opera- t i ons and /o r l end ing operations. Hours will be approximately 24 per week. Days and hours are flexible. Competitive salary (DOE) + benefits. V i s i t ou r webs i t e a t www.wibank.com for more information on this position.

Please send resume to: EMAIL:

[email protected]:

(360) 240-4915

OR BY MAIL TO: Human Resources, PO

Box 7001, Oak Harbor, WA 98277.

EEO M/F/D/V

EmploymentGeneral

B A S S P L AY E R a n d drummer wi th voca ls wanted for a classic rock band. Everything from Beatles to Rush. Steady gig. Call Don (360)661- 5071

H E L P W A N T E D t o sweep roof, clean gut- ters, reset mailbox, trim trees, and other outdoor projects. Near Coupe- ville. $15/hr. Call 360- 720-2702.

EmploymentGeneral

ADVERTISING SALES CONSULTANT

The Wh idbey News - Times seeks an enthu- siastic, motivated Adver- tising Sales Representa- tive to sell advertising. Successful candidate must be dependable, de- tai l-or iented and pos- sess exceptional customer se r v ice sk i l l s . Previous sales experience required and media sales a plus! Reliable insured transportation and good driving record required. Straight commission with a draw, excel- l en t hea l th bene f i t s , 401K and a great work environment with opportunity to advance. EOE. P lease send resume with cover letter in PDF or Text format to:

HR/WNTADSALES Sound Publishing, Inc.

19351 8th Ave. NE, Suite 106

Poulsbo, WA 98370

CASE MANAGERService Alternatives, Inc.

Children and FamilyServices

Position is part time with potential to become full time. Must have flexib- lity in scheduling, BA in Social Services or related field and have two years experience.Please send resumes to Jennifer Schildmeier at:

[email protected]

HOUSEKEEPINGFull Time,

experience req’d.Please apply in person:Careage of Whidbey

311 NE 3rd StreetCoupeville, WA.360-678-2273

EmploymentGeneral

ADVERTISING SALES MANAGER

The Journal of the San Juans in Friday Harbor, WA is looking for an Ad- vertising Sales Manager. Candidates must have strong leadership and peop le managemen t skills. This is a working sales position; you will build and maintain local accounts. You should have a good unde r - standing of all facets of newspaper operations with emphasis on sales and mar ke t ing . You should also have strong internet and social media skills and be well- suited to working with government, community groups and cl ients in creating effective advertising. Sound Publishing is Washington’s largest p r i va te, independent newspaper company. If you are creative, customer-driven, success- oriented and want to live in the San Juan Islands, we want to hear from you. We offer excellent benefits, paid vacation a n d h o l i d ay s a n d a 401k. EOE Please sub- mi t your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to:

[email protected] or by mail to:

ATTN: HR/ASMJSJSound Publishing, Inc.

19351 8th Ave. NE, Suite 106

Poulsbo, WA 98370

LIKE BOATS?United Yachts in Clinton, an Int’l Co. selling yachts all throughout the PNW & the wor ld . 3 open desks for Int’l Brokers. Commission based fun & exciting career! Call Rick 425-293-1269 cell.



WNT PROOF

GENERAL CONTRACTORLiving and Serving Locally for 30 years.

360-678-6040Lic#CC01SPATZWL953PR

got weeds?Mary’s Weeding Service

Garden Restoration, Maintenance, PruningPlanting, Yard Debris

Serving all of Whidbey Island

360-632-7088 or 360-333-8805P.O. Box 114 Coupeville, WA 98230

[email protected]

EmploymentMarketing

ADVERTISING SALES MANAGER

Sound Publ i sh ing i s looking for an Advertis- ing Sales Manager on beaut i fu l Whidbey Is- l and , WA. We have t h ree award -w inn ing community newspapers serving Island communities and Naval Air Sta- tion Whidbey. Candi- dates must have strong leadership and people management skills. This is a working sales position; you will build and maintain local accounts as well as supervise a sales staf f of 4. You should have a good un- derstanding of all facets of newspaper operations with emphasis on sales and mar ke t ing . You should also have strong internet and social media skills and be well- suited to working with government, community groups and cl ients in creating effective advertising. Sound Publishing is Washington’s largest p r i va te, independent newspaper company. If you are creative, customer-driven, success- oriented and want to live on beautiful Whidbey Is- land, we want to hear from you. We offer excellent benefits, paid vacation and holidays and a 401k.

Please submit your resume and cover letter with salary requirements

to:[email protected]

or by mail to:Sound Publishing Inc.,

19351 8th Ave. NE, Suite 106,

Poulsbo, WA 98370, ATTN: HR/ASMW

EOE

EmploymentMedia

CREATIVE ARTIST

The Journal of the San Juans in Friday Harbor, WA has an opening for a c rea t i ve a r t i s t . Mus t have a minimum of three years experience with complete mastery in the fo l lowing: MAC OSX, CS3 (InDesign, Photo- shop, and I l lustrator), Adobe Acrobat (interme- diate level) , Internet, troubleshooting electronic files and project coor- dination. Duties include performing ad and spec design, designing pro- motional materials and providing excellent customer service. Requires exceptional communica- tion skills in a deadline environment. Newspa- per production experience a plus! E.O.E. This is a 30 hours-per-week posi t ion and includes benefits. Please send resume, cover letter and work samples in PDF or Text format to:

CAJSJ/HR Sound Publishing, Inc.

19351 8th Ave. NESuite 106

Poulsbo, WA 98370E-mail to

[email protected]

Business Opportunities

WORK WEAR JEANS& THINGS

FOR SALE BY OWNERLocated at Kens Korner in Clinton. Ready for retirement. Bargain price. Call (360)341-6968 or come in person.

homeservices

EmploymentLegal

Part time, Entry levelReceptionist/

Office AssistantMust be able to mult i task while maintaining professionalism. Duties include but not limited to: Answering telephones, document delivery, mail handling, copying & fil- ing. Please send your resume & cover letter to:

P.O. BOX 889Oak Harbor, WA 98277

Everyone Welcome!

Thursday October 6, 2011 12:00pm - 4:00pm Elks Lodge 155 NE Ernst, Oak Harbor

EO/AA/ADA Institution-TDD 1.800.833.6388

Meet face to face with employers

from these industries:

Aviation Healthcare Law Enforcement Retail Education Security Customer Svc. and more

For more information

Call 360-675-5966

31975 SR 20, Suite 3,

Oak Harbor, WA

(Exhibitors subject to change)

Job Fair

Bring your resume Dress professionally Be prepared to interview

EmploymentGeneral

Join our team of the helpful hardware

folks at Freeland Ace.Profess iona l , exper i - enced team motivator and leader wanted for a full time position as PaintDepa r tmen t Lead a t Freeland Ace Hardware. Candidate ideally has retail experience, and a s t rong knowledge o f mixing and selling paint and all associated prod- uc t s . Cand ida te has s o m e k n o w l e d g e o f hardware and do-it-yourself projects; but mostly genuinely cares about customer service, details, follow through, and creating an environment of mutually suppor tive co-workers while getting the job done. We offer a competit ive wage and benefits package; 401k, discounts.

Please attach your resume to our application form available at service desk at: Freeland Ace,

1609 Main Street,Freeland, WA. 98249

Oak Harbor QuiznosI need a few mature, responsible people with good customer service skills to help in the store. Good work atmosphere and great customers. A p p l y a t t h e s t o r e , 31239 State Route 20

P/T WeekendCustomer Service Rep

for Camp CaseyConference Center

Seattle Pacific Univer- si ty seeks applicants committed to its Chris- tian mission. Position requires reception for clients, clerical support, familiarity with cash register, excellent customer service skills, computer exper ience, even ing and on call duties.Apply by submitting the online SPU application at: http://spu.interview exchange.com http://spu.interviewexchange.com

SR. IP NETWORK ENGINEER

RECEPTIONIST

CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE REP

LABORER

For more informationplease visit:

www.whidbey.com orCustomer ServiceWhidbey Telecom

14888 SR 525Langley, WA. 98260

EEOE

EmploymentGeneral

Support the Military through Morale

Welfare Recreation Employment at CPO

Club and Officer’s Club

NAVAL AIR STATION WHIDBEY

SEASONAL HELP NTE 90 DAYS

HIRING:Food Service Workers

DishwashersBartenderServers

(Temporary/Flex Continuing – CPO Club

to close 09/30 )Visit

www.navylifepnw.comlink to jobs to down- load federal application forms.

MAIL:Navy Region NW FFRP

HR OfficeBldg 94 610 Dowell StKeyport 98345-7610.

FAX360-396-5445

OR EMAIL:CP-Person-

[email protected] EOE.

Health Care EmploymentGeneral

Busy OutpatientWhidbey Island

Physical Therapypractice needs

Licensed PhysicalTherapist ANDPT Assistant

• Competitive salary• Good Benefits • Great team environ-

ment • Flexible ScheduleFax or email resume to:

360-331-4114 [email protected]

Central Supply Clerk/StaffingCoordinator

Full TimePlease apply in person:Careage of Whidbey


CNA’sPart & Full Time

Please apply in person:Careage of Whidbey


Oak Harbor Internal Medicine

hiring par t to full time Family Practice MD, In- t e r n i s t , o r m id - l eve l health care provider to work at a fast growing walk in clinic. Includes work ing some week- ends. Email resume to officemanager@isolain- ternalmedicine.com or fax 360.279.0614

Health Care EmploymentGeneral

CLINICIAN I or IIF/T (37.5 hrs)

71001.Based in Mount Vernon flex hours to Whidbey Is- land. Provide intensive treatment services to clients with mental illness. Clinician I = AA degree in Human Services or related field with previous mental health exper i- ence required. Prefer BA degree in Human Servic- es. Registered in WA State. Clinician II = MA + 2 years mental health experience. Registered i n WA S t a t e . Va l i d WSDL w/insurable driving record. Clinician I = $13.45+ DOE. Clinician II = $15.36+ DOE. Bene- fits.

Please send resume &cover letter to:

HR, 1100 South 2nd StMt Vernon, WA 98273

[email protected]

EOE



more information.


Home ServicesHouse/Cleaning Service

A TIDY DANE“Putting dirt in it’s place”

South WhidbeyProfessional

HousecleaningComm. & ResidentialCall: (360)632-1075

Local, Reliable, Lic’d & Insured.

Deb’s HouseCleaning Services

North Whidbey -Oak Harbor & Coupeville. Owner operated, licensed.

Friendly, trusting. Home or Business. Green

cleaning, AffordableCall for an estimate.

[email protected]

stuffAppliances

APPLIANCE RECYCLING

CONNECTION

$$$ SAVE $$$ Many only 1-3 year old appliances starting at

$99 * Washers * Dryers

* Refrigerators * D/W * Stoves * Freezers * S/S Refrigerators * Stack W/D. All fully

guaranteed. Over 100 Units To

Choose From.

Need it Delivered?

We can do that too! Open Mon-Fri 9-6,

Saturday 9-5. 360-336-3812

VISA/M.C.

Farm Fencing& Equipment

LOCAL GRASS HAY. 600lb Rounds. $55.00 each. Dairy One test re- sults available. M-BAR- C Ranch 360-331-6019

Firewood, Fuel& Stoves

WOODSTOVE. Clean, good working condition Country Stove, Model: Str iker S130, 16” log size. 71.2% efficiency. Brass trim around door. P ipe inc luded. Heats 700-1300 SF (43,000 BTUs). $450. Call: 360- 321-4058 between 5:30- 9pm.


Firewood, Fuel& Stoves

NOTICEWashington State law requires wood sellers to provide an invoice (receipt) that shows the s e l l e r ’s a n d bu ye r ’s name and address and the date delivered. The invoice should also state the price, the quantity delivered and the quantity upon which the price is based. There should be a statement on the type and quality of the wood.When you buy firewood write the seller’s phone number and the license plate number of the delivery vehicle.The legal measure for firewood in Washington is the cord or a fraction of a cord. Estimate a cord by v isual iz ing a four-foot by eight-foot space filled with wood to a height of four feet . Most long bed pickup trucks have beds that are close to the four-foot by 8-foot dimension.To make a f i r ewood complaint, call 360-902- 1857.

http://agr.wa.gov/inspection/ weightsMeasures/

Firewoodinformation.aspxFirewoodinformation.aspxhttp://agr.wa.gov/inspection/weightsMeasures/Firewoodinformation.aspx

flea marketFlea Market

2 LADIES Coats, size 3X. 1 Columbia, $25. 1 Faded Glory, $15. Call Pam, 360-678-9382

7ft BLUE Velvet sofa, g o o d s h a p e , $ 6 0 . (360)341-1843, Whidbey

92’ FORD F150 Trans- mission, excellent! Auto- matic, $150. (360)341- 1843, Whidbey

(9) INTERIOR DOORS w/jambs. Dark Mahoga- ny color, good shape plus (4) 36” solid slab closet doors, $100. Call 360-672-7263

BEAUTIFUL BRICK fireplace mantel for your electric logs or heater. Looks real ~ $99 360- 479-4033

Hardly used ultra high definition photo printer, Epson R260 with operat- ing manual plus installa- t ion CD, wi th 20 4x6 photo paper, and 50 8x11, $45. Just like new JVC 2004 27” TV with remo te p lus moder n hookups, $75/obo. Call 425-754-0718

Lamp, large, “like crys- tal” cut glass, in beautiful cond i t ion , no shade, $30. Office chair, dark green leather swivel , high back, good condition, $30. Oak Harbor. 360-682-6366

P I A N O K E Y B OA R D : Casio Tone CT-310, on a stand, $80. Call 360- 675-1885

ROCKER/Recliners, two attached with console be tween , t ea l co lo r, $150. Call 360-675-1885

T R U C K W O R K B O X Toolbox, black plastic, 5’ X 20” X 18”, $25. 360- 321-4635, Whidbey

Flea Market

SNOW TIRES, (4), Al- most new, studded. Au- rora from Les Schwab. P205 /70R15 . Ask ing $125 for all. 360-679- 9631

TABLE, octagon (8 sid- ed), 2 leaves, seats 6, heavy base, great condition, $30. 4 red velvet seat cushions, new, $10 for all 4. 2 leather pil- lows, new, navy blue, $10 for pair. Oak Harbor. 360-682-6366

TV: GREAT picture RCA 27” w i th remote and m o d e r n h o o k u p s , $75/obo. Call (360)341- 3411

Free ItemsRecycler

FREE: 4 Vanity Sinks with Faucets. 1 Kitchen Sink with Faucet. 2 Toi- lets. Lots of Off-White Berber Carpeting. You haul. 360-271-1927 Use- less Bay Colony, Free- land.

FREE HAMMOND Or- gan, good working order, books, and a stack at least two feet ta l l o f sheet music, comes with bench with storage. You haul.

FREE THOMAS Organ, 287 Californian Cedar. Good shape, wo r ks , looks n ice ! 206-724- 2263

FREE!Wood pallets for firewood

or ? (Does not include 48x40 size)

Call Today!

425-355-0717ext. 1560

Ask for Karen Avis

Home Furnishings

Q U E E N S I Z E b e d f rame, $10; miss ion- style TV cabinet, $40; pa r t i a l desk compo- nents, $30. Please call before 7pm: 360-331- 7663

Miscellaneous

TWO RED WING dental lathes, $90; Skill saw, $15. In-home reverse osmosis water filter, $25. Please call before 7pm: 360 331-7663

Musical Instruments

PIANO, SMALL Grand, C h i c k e r i n g . B r o w n . Measures 70” x 60” x 39”. Bought new from Sherman & Clay in Seat- tle in the 80’s. Valued at $10,000. Asking $6,000. (206)855-9200 Ba in - bridge Island



more information.


pets/animals

Birds

FREE PEACOCK Hen, To good home. 360-675- 4527

Dogs

Is your dog a joyful dog?

[email protected]

678-4731

5 BOXER/LAB. 3 males, 2 females. Brindle and Black. 7 weeks. Shots, wormed. Health guaranteed. $180 cash. Oak Harbor. 360-672-5577

A K C D O B E R M A N Pincher Puppies born July 29th, available Sep- tember 23rd, 1 male and 1 female. We own both parents.The babies and parents are black and rust in color. I have pictures of the parents and bab ies I can emai l . There is also videos I can d i rec t you to on Youtube. Tai ls docked and dewclaws removed. $600 each. Does notinclude ear cropping if you so desire . Call 360-675-1095

A K C D O B E R M A N Pincher Puppies born July 29th, available Sep- tember 23rd, 1 male and 2 females. We own both parents.The babies and parents are black and rust in color. I have pictures of the parents and bab ies I can emai l . There is also videos I can d i rec t you to on Youtube. Tai ls docked and dewclaws removed. $600 each. Does notinclude ear cropping if you so desire . Call 360-675-1095

C H I H U A H U A S C K C REGISTERED. Star ter packs, shots, wormed. D.O.B. 7/7/11 LH Merle, B l u e F a w n m a l e s . D.O.B. 7/19/11 Brindal male. $400. 360-275- 6162 or 360-372-2786.COCKAPOO

ADORABLE Cockapoo Puppies. ONLY 1 LEFT! “Pick of the Litter” Male. R e a d y i m m e d i a t e l y. Smart, gentle, obedient. Socialized, playful tem- perament. Family raised with Cockapoo parents on site. Call today for your new puppy! $435. Oak Harbor, Whidbey. 360-240-0319

Find your dream home at pnwHomeFinder.com

Think Inside the BoxAdvertise in yourlocal communitynewspaper and onthe web with justone phone call.Call 800-388-2527for more information.

, Whidbey Crosswinds, Friday, September 30, 2011

wJERRY SMITH CHEVROLETANACORTES

360-679-1426LOOKING FOR A GREAT BUY ON A USED VEHICLE?

WE’VE GOT THEM!

JERRY SMITH CHEVROLET

VISIT US 24/7 @WWW.JERRYSMITHCHEVROLET.COM

ALL VEHICLES ARE ONE ONLY AND SUBJECT TO PRIOR SALE. PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE SALES TAX, LICENSE, OR $150 DOCUMENT SERVICES FEE. EXPIRES 10/2/11

2000 MERCURY SABLELocal Trade! LOW MILES with only 77k,Auto, A/C, Moon Roof, CD, PW, PL1MEFM53U0YG612114 #K1515B

2010 CHEVROLET AVEO LTGreat Commuter!!Auto, A/C,KL1TD5DE9AB063633 #P11491

2006 FORD MUSTANGLow Miles! Only 27k, Auto, A/C, PW, PL1ZVFT80N765198130 #K0320A

2005 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER 4X4Local Trade! Auto, PW, PL, A/C1GNET16S656159693# Z1221A

2010 CHEVROLET HHRAuto, A/C, CD, PW, PL and MORE!3GNBABDBXAS548733 #P9846

2009 HARLEY DAVIDSON CLASSICLOCAL TRADE! 7800 Miles, High and Low Windscreen,Cruise, Stereo, Hard Bags,1HD1FF4179Y641183 #P11485A

$10,896

$4,978

$13,982

$15,893

$12,982

$13,695

A U T O H A U S“Your Volkswagen, Audi, BMW,

Mercedes, Volvo Specialists”

360.755.0541 715 South Spruce Street

BurlingtonBavarianAutohaus.net

TURN YOURJUNK INTO

CA$H!We Buy...

Island Recycling

360-331-1727

Local, legal business serving Whidbey Island for over 30 years!

Dogs

DACHSHUND/ Chihua- hua puppy, 8 weeks old. 1 female. $350. First shots. (360)341-4615

Great Dane

GREAT DANE Puppies, AKC. Males/ females. Every color but Fawns. Two litters of blues fa- t he red by T ibe r ious. $500 & up, health guar- antee. Licensed since 2002. Dreyersdanes is Oregon state’s largest breeder of Great Danes. Also sel l ing Standard P o o d l e s V i s i t : www.dreyersdanes.comCall 503-556-4190

PUREBRED POODLE and POMAPOO Pup- p ies. 3 Poodle and 5 Po m a p o o s ava i l a b l e $300-$350. First shots and worming. Parents on site. Raised in loving fa m i l y e nv i r o n m e n t . Sweet, playful, friendly. Ready for their forever home! Cal l (360)969- 5 6 8 8 . O a k H a r b o r , Whidbey Island.

Dogs

G R E AT P Y R E N E E S p u p p i e s . L i c e n s e d breeder, health warranty, shots. Parents on site. Raised with kids and livestock. Excellent fami ly dogs and l ive- stock guardians. $500 each. Call 360-652-7173

PUGGLE Puppies, l i - censed breeder, health warranty, shots. Mom and Dad AKC. Fawns and blacks. Males and females. Family raised, parents on site. $400. 360-652-7173

Sell it free in the Flea1-866-825-9001

www.nw-ads.comWe’ll leave the site on for you.

garage sales - WA

Garage/Moving SalesIsland County

CoupevilleGARAGE SALE Octo- ber, 1st 8:30am-2:30pm at 104 Woodcreek Way, Coupevi l le. 360-678- 8710. Foos ball table, five disk CD player, girls b i k e , q u e e n h e a d - board,baby stroller, high chair, play pen. Cherry dresser, gir ls daybed, f i sh , tank -huge, and more.CoupevilleINDOOR SALE - the over flow of three gen- erations! Admirals Cove, 1271 Byrd Drive. Look for the balloons! Enter through front door on Fa r ragu t . Huge f i na l sale!! Friday September 30th, & Saturday Octo- b e r 1 s t , 8 a m - 1 p m . Desks, shelves, dining room set with leaves and custom protective cover, ant ique trunks, tools, l a d d e r s , h o u s e h o l d items, BBQ, outdoor furniture, Hammond Organ works beautifully- all you have to do is haul away! Lots o f sheet mus ic, C h r i s t m a s s u p p l i e s , Craft supplies; decora- t ive painting, quilt ing, teddy bears (large and small) re-born babies, collectible dolls, collector miniatures, tons of yarn, k i ts, books, and pat- terns, and lots more!Langley

GARAGE SALE, Friday, September 30th, 9am- 3pm. Lots of Chritsmas, electric saw, household. 2367 Soundview Drive, Useless Bay Colony.


CoupevilleNEIGHBORHOOD Sale! No junk! 27024 SR 525, C o u p ev i l l e . 9 m i l e s south of town. Honda In- terceptor motorcycle, $800. Two dining sets, Frigidaire washer & dry- e r , c o m p u t e r d e s k , stoneware, misc. Satur- day October 1st, 8am- 5pm. No early birds.

Freeland

BIG SALE. First , last and only garage sale this year. Please come and help me reclaim my garage! Stereo speak- ers, books (of course), fertilizer spreader, puz- zles, original oil paintings, nic-nacs (whatever they are), dishes, glass- ware, plants: Crocosmia, S h a s t a D a i s i e s a n d Mother-in-Law Tongues. Foot massager, pump pot carafe, thermos’ , baskets, weed sprayer, hoses and more! Friday and Saturday, Septem- ber 30th and October 1st, 8am to whenever. 388 Susana Drive.

Oak Harbor

1863 NE 11th Avenue, Saturday, October 1st, 9am-4pm. Lawn chairs, gliders, bedding, small ladies clothing, kitchen, misc, more!

Oak Harbor

BIG YARD Sale! Satur- day Only, October 1st, 10am-2pm, 1031 Moun- t a i n C i r c l e ( M ay l o r Point). Lots of Furniture and More!

Oak HarborINDOOR GARAGE sale, Saturday, October 1st, 9 am - 4 pm. Home decor, furniture, holiday items and more. 576 Jeffrey Lane, off Silver Lake Rd, left on Advance. In large shop on Jeffrey past the house.


Oak HarborGARAGE SALE, Octo- ber 1st, 9am-2pm (No Early Birds), 1086 Gla- cier Court. Radio con- t ro l led a i r p lanes and equipment. Ice Hockey gear, youth to adult. Fur- niture: living room, kitchen, study. Craft items, s t a i ned g l as s t oo l s , glass, etc. Books, exer- c i s e e q u i p m e n t a n d much more. Navy Sea P lane base hous ing . Corner house, parking across street in community center parking lot.Oak HarborHUGE MULTI FAMILY Sale, Saturday October 1st 8am-4pm. Trundle bed, computer desk , dresser, school desk, home school curriculum, bookcase, corner TV table, furniture, entertainment centers, sofa with hide-a-bed, bed, books, movies, TV, cars, motor- i z e d t o d d l e r c a r s , games, gift items, and much, much more! 1960 & 2081 NE 9th Ave. Be- tween Midway and Re- gatta.

wheelsMarinePower

21 FT, 1996 Campion Victor ia. Is land boat , great condition. EZ load- er trailer, Volvo Penta outdrive, fridge, cooktop, sink. GPS, radar, radio. $22,400/obo. Call 360- 378-7766 Located on San Juan Island.

MarineSail

1988 CATALINA 30 MK II. Excellent condition, p ro fess iona l l y ma in - t a i n e d , n ew b o t t o m paint, no blisters, 130 genoa, rebuilt engine, auto pilot GPS, diesel heat, fully equipped galley with all utensils, pro- p a n e s t o ve , l o t s o f spares, custom made dodger and canvass, BBQ, cock pit cushions, 2 ancho rs . $31 ,900 . (360)376-3937

29’ RANGER Sailboat. Self fur l ing head sail . Atomic 4 inboard. Re- cent hull paint. $7,500 or best o f fer. (360)468- 2864, Lopez Island

33’ COLUMBIA, 1971. “Dulc inea” is in good cond i t ion . Moored a t Winslow Wharf Marina, Slip C-21. $9,500. Call: ( 2 0 6 ) 3 8 4 - 7 0 3 2 o r (206)842-5400. Bain- bridge Island

AutomobilesClassics & Collectibles

1926 MODEL T Road- ster Pickup, rebuilt trans- mission, new tires, wind- shield, radiator tested and cleaned, gas tank lined. Runs well. $5800 firm. Contact Jerry 360- 579-1244

AutomobilesFord

2002 FORD ESCAPE 1FMCU04122KC19839$ 8 3 8 9 . ( s t k # 2 7 4 9 T ) Skagit Subaru. 360-757- 7737

AutomobilesGeo

1996 GEO PRIZM, 4 d o o r s e d a n , 5 2 , 0 0 0 miles, one owner, blue, runs great, $4,000. 360- 675-2168 Leave mes- sage.

AutomobilesHonda

2002 HONDA CIVIC Automatic, Blue exterior, sunroof & CD/cassette p layer. 147k . $4895 . Freeway Au to Sa les 360-647-5686

AutomobilesKia

2005 KIA AMANTIKNALD124X55057661 $9507 (s tk#20166U) . Skagit Mazda. 360-757- 2200

AutomobilesLexus

1992 LEXUS SC400 JT8UZ30CXN0004906 $5587 (s tk#20164U) . Call today Skagit Mazda. 360-757-2200

AutomobilesNissan

2008 NISSAN ALTIMA, 31 MPG Wht ext, Cream Leather interior, moon roof, 6 disc CD, Satellite radio, chrome package. 48k mi, $13,000. Call 360-698-5138 or ant- [email protected]

AutomobilesToyota

1999 Toyota S ienna Automatic, CD/Cassette p layer 167k . $7 ,995. Cal l Freeway Auto. 360-647-5686

2001 Toyota S ienna Automatic, Gold exterior, b i e g e i n t e r i o r 1 0 2 k . $7,995. Call Freeway Auto. 360-647-5686

AutomobilesVolkswagen

2004 VW BEETLE CON 3VWCM31Y04M314531 $8707 (stk#20044U) Call today Skagit Ford. 360- 757-2000

Miscellaneous Autos

1984 CADILLAC De- Ville. One owner, power everything, new intertior. Runs good. $950 or best offer. 206-463-7780

Miscellaneous Autos

1984 B lack Cor ve t te nice car $6000. 1983 Ford F150 needs engine work $500. 1992 Dodge Caravan been ro l led, dr ives, $500. ‘48 Pan- head. 1985 camper trailer for pulling behind motorcycle. Over 600 comic books in plastic, hundreds of football cards, Easyr ider ’s magazine collection two first cop- i e s , S o n y s u r r o u n d sound, leather jackets chaps, Lo ts o f misc . 360-679-1031

Pickup TrucksChevrolet

2007 CHEVY Avalanche LTZ Fully Loaded, low miles, Black ext, Creme Interior. DVD/NAV Pack- age, Bluetooth, Moon- roof, wood steering, 20in rims, chrome grille. 44k miles. asking $25,000 obo Call 360-649-1915 or [email protected]

Pickup TrucksDodge

1998 Dodge Dakota Sport, 4x4, 1-owner, 86K miles, Red exterior, Black interior. $8995. Cal l Freeway Auto. 360-647-5686

76’ DODGE half ton 4x4 power wagon. Running gear works great, $500 OBO. 360-675-5325

Pickup TrucksFord

1993 FORD F-250 HD XL. Regular Cab, 5.8 V8, Automatic Transmis- sion, A/C, AM/FM Cas- sette, Knapheide Utility Box. Tires 80%. Spare, Dual Tanks, Bemis Light Duty Series Post Puller. Truck is ready to work. Clean truck, runs very good. Al l equipment works. Brakes overall cond i t ion ver y good. Glass all good. Backup alarm, Orange rotating b e a c o n a b o v e b o x . White, Blue vinyl interior. 97,000 miles. Just ser- viced by local Ford dealer, Washington title, 10 months left on registra- tion. $5,800. 425-641- 3127 , 979 -219 -8990 (Bellevue)

2002 FORD RANGER 1FTYR14U42PB08787 $6285. (stk#2773T) Ca l l Skag i t Subaru . 360-757-7737

Vans & Mini VansChevrolet

1998 Chevy Venture. 62K miles, well main- ta ined. $3500. Great f a m i l y c a r . C a l l (360)331-3368

Visit our web site for great deals nw-ads.com

Vans/MinivansDodge

2002 Dodge Caravan 135K miles, Blue exteri- or, Gray interior, $4995. Freeway Au to Sa les 360-647-5686

5th Wheels

2005 MONTANA 35’ 5th whee l t ra i l e r, mode l 3295RK. New tires. New a i r condi t ioner. DISH satellite system. Excel- lent condit ion. Every- th ing goes. Ful ly sel f c o n t a i n e d . $ 3 3 , 4 5 0 . (360)675-0237

Campers/Canopies

1987 JAYCO Cabover Camper. Fits all trucks, on a Dodge Dakota right now. Sleeps 3- 4, kitch- enette, refrigerator, oven and heater. Dual power; run it off battery or propane. New condi t ion, barely used! Ready to roll for your next vaca- t ion ! $1,600 obo. L i - censed, & wel l main- t a i n e d . C o u p e v i l l e , Whidbey Is land. 360- 678-1079.

Motorcycles

WHY PAY FOR GAS? Own an electric scoot- e r /moto rcyc le . En joy freedom of commuting to work, college or running errands without stopping for gas! Li thium Pow- ered, quality scooters with warranty. Only $6 to board ferry! Speeds up to 70mph. Distance up to 80 miles/charge. Pric- es range: $500-$6,000. Cal l Jen to test r ide. 425-270-1351www.greenextremescooters.com

Motorhomes

1 9 9 7 D I S C O V E R Y, PRICED to SELL! 36RS with slideout and new awning. Lots of extras! Sleeps 6, all appliances, a i r condi t ioned. Bath nice sized! 60,593 miles. $31,995 or best offer. 360-969-0248 or email for pictures: debbiego- [email protected]

24’ FORD Rol la long, 1979, Class C. Sleeps 6, a l l app l i ances wor k , good condi t ion. 1000 watt generator: 12 volt DC - 110 AC. Great for Fishing, Hunting, Camp- ing. Perfect star ter RV for small family! $2,650. ( 4 2 5 ) 8 6 4 - 0 9 0 6 o r (425)315-5693 Langley, Whidbey Island.

Tents & Travel Trailers

1 9 7 1 A I R S T R E A M . Price reduced. Must sell $15 ,500 bes t o f fe r. M a g n i f i c e n t v i n t a g e Land Yach t . Cus tom Renovation, farmed In- dones ian Mahogany, heated Bamboo Floors, Tota l ly New 120 Vol t Electricity and range. 31 feet. Plumbing up to new owner. Ideal for Studio, Guest Room, Office or Travel Trai ler. Vashon Island (918)[email protected]

Get Noticed!A one-inch photo and 50 words for 5 weeks in your local paper and online atnw-ads.com for one low price

Call today800-388-2527



Transitioning Outof the Military?

Transitioning Outof the Military?

The Port of Seattle Can Help!The Port of Seattle Can Help!

Veterans Fellowship ProgramThe Port of Seattle’s Veterans Fellowship Program assists veterans in transition from active duty to the civilian work environment. The program supports you through exposure and experience in the civilian workplace while refining skills and abilities necessary for successful integration into civilian organizations.Through career guidance from the Port of Seattle, backed by the dedication and work ethic reflective of your service in the armed forces, you will have the opportunity to successfully transfer your military experience into the civilian workplace in a six-month fellowship.

WHAT AWAITS YOU AT THE PORT OF SEATTLEWhile gaining invaluable on-the-job experience and training during your fellowship with the Port of Seattle, you receive individualized career assistance through:

to corporate business practices

organizations and civilian employeesAs a fellow you receive appropriate compensation for your work. Basic health care benefits are provided for you and your dependents.

Our program is recognized as a best practice by Hire America’s Heroes, a Seattle-based consortium dedicated to helping men and women leaving active duty to refine their skills and focus on the abilities necessary for the current business environment.

For more info or to apply today visit www.portseattle.org/about/employment/veterans.shtml

You Served Our Country, Now Let Us Serve You.

WNT PROOF

In Beautiful Anacortes

The “Main Event” features 150+ Used ALL at Knock-Out Sale Prices!(64) “WHOLESALE TO THE PUBLIC” Rigs - Up to $3000 BELOW Wholesale Book!The “Main Event” features 150+ Used ALL at Knock-Out Sale Prices!(64) “WHOLESALE TO THE PUBLIC” Rigs - Up to $3000 BELOW Wholesale Book!

Disclaimer:all vehicles 1 only and vins available at dealer. All Sale prices plus tax, license fees and up to $150 documentation fee. FMCC rebate requires fi nancing thru FMCC and is subject to credit approval. Military rebate requires proof of active military status. Trade in bonus on 95 or newer trade-in models-see Frontier Ford for trade in qualifications and restrictions. Pictures for illustration purposes only and may not be the actual advertised vehicle. NADA and Kelley Blue book values available upon request at dealership. “Retail” =MSRP + tax, license and $150 doc fee. Book values as of September 9th 2011. ALL SALE PRICES EXPIRE AT CLOSE OF BUSINESS ON 9/27/11

HWy 20 & THOMPSOn Rd. 1.888.293.7604www.FROnTIERFORdUSA.comwww.FROnTIERFORdUSA.com

Frontier Ford Superstore “Main EvEnt” On now!

Rebates Up to$7750

Plus 25 Extra New FordsALL Sale Priced!Built FORd Tough

Sales EventBuilt FORd Tough Sales Event

All Active militAry

tAke An AdditionAl $500 off All new fords!!

In-Stock thru 10/03/11

2012 fiesta "s Plus"

RETAIL ............ $15,417 SALE PRICE ..... $13716REBATES .............. $250 MILITARY REBATE ...$500*

#29398C

Your Price Financed thru

FMCC ONLY $12,966*

2011 ranger s/cab “Xlt chrome Pck” v6

RETAIL .............$26410*SALE PRICE....... $22737REBATES............. $5000TRADE IN REBATE ...$2250*MILITARY REBATE ...$500*

#29359T


FMCC ONLY $14,987*

2012 escape “Xls” 2.5

RETAIL ............$ 24173*SALE PRICE...... $21,477REBATES............. $2000FMCC REBATE......$500*MILITARY REBATE ...$500*

#29405T


FMCC ONLY $18,477*

2012 fusion “se sync Plus”

RETAIL ...............26294* SALE PRICE...... $22411REBATES............. $1500FMCC REBATE......$500*MILITARY REBATE ...$500*

#29408C


FMCC ONLY $19,911*

2012 mustang “sport” cPe

RETAIL ............$ 25622*SALE PRICE....... $22777REBATES............. $1500MILITARY REBATE ...$500*

#29406C


FMCC ONLY$20,777*

2011 f350 crew “Xlt Prem.” dsl 4x4RETAIL .............$57009*SALE PRICE....... $45977 REBATES............ $3500FMCC REBATE....$1000*TRADE IN REBATE ...$1000*MILITARY REBATE ...$500*

#28925T


FMCC ONLY$39,977*

2012 All-new explorer

RETAIL .............$31921*SALE PRICE....... $28499REBATES............. $1000MILITARY REBATE ...$500*

#29421T


FMCC ONLY$26,499*

2011 f150 r/cab “Xlt Plus” 4x4RETAIL .............$37026*SALE PRICE....... $30997REBATES............. $3000FMCC REBATE....$1000* TRADE IN REBATE ... $1000*MILITARY REBATE ...$500*

#29381T


FMCC ONLY$25,497*

2011 f150 s/cab “Xlt sport custom”RETAIL .............$35800*SALE PRICE....... $29988REBATES............. $3500FMCC REBATE....$1000*TRADE IN REBATE ...$1000*MILITARY REBATE ...$500*

#29213T


FMCC ONLY$23,988*

2011 taurus “sel Plus”

RETAIL ...............33586*SALE PRICE....... $27987REBATES............. $3000FMCC REBATE......$500*MILITARY REBATE ...$500*

#29304C


FMCC ONLY$23,987*

1996 VOyAGER VAnknock-oUt wHolesAle

PriceEVERYDAY LOW PRICE $5,499

#wt5264

SALE PRICE $2,4802003 SATURn LW200 “LUXURy”

knock-oUt sAle PriceEVERYDAY LOW PRICE $7,999

#t5302

SALE PRICE $6,2891996 SILVERAdO EXT “LS Z71”4X4-1 OWnER


#t5315

SALE PRICE $7,3442006 ”TOWn & COUnTRy LX” VAn


#t5261

SALE PRICE $9,999

1994 F250 R/CAB 7.3 dIESEL 4X2knock-oUt wHolesAle


#wt5346

SALE PRICE $3,6492001 BUICK PARK AVEnUE 3.8 LUXURy


#t5292

SALE PRICE $6,987

1991 dOdGE STEALTH “R/T”knock-oUt sAle PriceEVERYDAY LOW PRICE $7,999

#t5272

SALE PRICE $5,9991999 TAHOE “LT” SUV-1 OWnER


#t5281

SALE PRICE $6,9992003 F150 R/CAB “XLT PLUS” 4X4

knock-oUt wHolesAle


#t5078

SALE PRICE $7,3492003 LEGACy OUTBACK AWd S/W


#t5265

SALE PRICE $10,599

1997 TOy0TA RAV 4 AWd-LOW Miknock-oUt sAle PriceEVERYDAY LOW PRICE $8,999

#t5299

SALE PRICE $7,4992005 500 “AWd LIMITEd PREMIUM”

knock-oUt wHolesAle


#P5353

SALE PRICE $11,8992006 SCIOn TC SPORT COUPE

knock-oUt wHolesAle


#t5319

SALE PRICE $12,4682004 RAnGER 4dR “FX-4 OFF-ROAd”

knock-oUt wHolesAle


#P5257

SALE PRICE $13,844

2006 HUMMER “H3 AdVEnTURER”knock-oUt wHolesAle


#wt5300

SALE PRICE $12,4992007 HOndA CIVIC “LX” 2dR

knock-oUt wHolesAle


#P5206

SALE PRICE $14,250

2004 F150 CREW “XLT PLUS” 4X4-1 OWnERknock-oUt wHolesAle


#t5124

SALE PRICE $13,6992006 PASSAT 3.6 “LUXURy”-1 OWnER

knock-oUt wHolesAle


#t5334

SALE PRICE $14,4492006 ACURA RSX SPORT COUPE

knock-oUt wHolesAle


#t5311

SALE PRICE $14,5742010 COROLLA “LE”-7K MI

knock-oUt wHolesAle


#t5201

SALE PRICE $16,799

2008 MUSTAnG V6 “SPORT”-1 OWnERknock-oUt wHolesAle


#t5235

SALE PRICE $15,3002010 FUSIOn SE PLUS-1 OWnER

knock-oUt wHolesAle


#P4997

SALE PRICE $16,800

2008 MERCURy MARInER “PREMIER” V6knock-oUt wHolesAle


#P4736

SALE PRICE $15,9992008 COLORAdO EXT “LT” 4X4

knock-oUt wHolesAle


#P5149

SALE PRICE $16,9502006 4 RUnnER “SR-5 PREMIUM” SUV

knock-oUt wHolesAle


#t5289

SALE PRICE $17,4502008 HOndA ACCORd “EX”-1 OWnER

knock-oUt wHolesAle


#P5309

SALE PRICE $18,999

2004 F250 S/CAB “XLT PLUS” dIESEL 4X4-6SPdknock-oUt sAle PriceEVERYDAY LOW PRICE $22,999

#t5303

SALE PRICE $17,9992007 E350 VAn “12 PASSEnGER” dIESEL-RARE

knock-oUt wHolesAle


#P5336

SALE PRICE $19,499

2006 “300C HEMI PREMIUM”-1 OWnERknock-oUt sAle PriceEVERYDAY LOW PRICE $21,999

#t5282

SALE PRICE $18,5962010 nISSAn FROnTIER “SE CREW”

$3000 Below

wHolesAleEVERYDAY LOW PRICE $28,999

#t5160

SALE PRICE $20,5992010 JETTA “WOLFSBURG EdITIOn”-7K MI

knock-oUt wHolesAle


#P5203

SALE PRICE $21,600

2010 ESCAPE “ECO XLT PREMIUM” 4X4-LOW MIknock-oUt wHolesAle


#P5224

SALE PRICE $22,449

2009 ESCAPE “LIMITEd PREMIUM” V6knock-oUt sAle PriceEVERYDAY LOW PRICE $25,999

#P5249

SALE PRICE $22,547

Whidbey Crosswind 09/30/2011 Issue

Documents

Transcript of Whidbey Crosswind 09/30/2011 Issue