Lent begins for Presbyterians | Religion Notes

Whidbey Presbyterian Church begins the season of Lent with a service of silence and guided prayer in the sanctuary Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m.

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updated 2:21 PM February 21, 2012 0

Happy Not So … Fat Tuesday!

My King Cake!I know this is an overused phrase but I can't believe how fast this year is flying! The month of February is almost over and I must admit I've had the hardest time trying to keep to any sort of routine this year.  It just seems like one thing after another - holiday ... feast ......

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Blogs 2:43 PM February 21, 2012 Gluten Free Foodies, a Community Blog

Gluten Free Grilled White, Black and Red Sandwich

Today is just one of those days ... a grilled crispy melty sandwich kind of day! I love sandwiches! They remind me of weekends and summer picnics as a child. I remember sitting around the table at my grandparents house and it was a production. All of the ingredients laid out on the table and the fresh bag of...

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Blogs 12:04 PM February 18, 2012 Gluten Free Foodies, a Community Blog

Easy steps for Bible reading

On New Year’s Day I quietly made a resolution: I’d read the entire Bible in 2012. I initially kept my vow private because too often I have been a woman of good intentions but quickly lost my motivation. The thought of publicly failing again pained me, so I kept silent.

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updated 2:57 PM February 17, 2012 0

Babies learn a new way to communicate

Nearly 20 babies and their parents worked on a new way to communicate at an American Sign Language for hearing babies class taught by Nancy Hanauer at the Oak Harbor Library.

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updated 2:53 PM February 17, 2012 0

BREAKING GF NEWS! Beecher’s "World’s Best" GLUTEN FREE Mac and Cheese

I will say it again because I am so thrilled to actually say it ... Beecher's "World's Best" GLUTEN FREE Mac and Cheese  is now available at Beecher's Flagship Store - Pike Place Market - Seattle, WA  Pasta and Company - U Village - Seattle, WA Pasta and Company - Bellevue, WA $13. 95 18 oz - serves 2 - 4 1%...

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Blogs 10:41 AM February 15, 2012 Gluten Free Foodies, a Community Blog

Finding God in left field | Faithful Living

It happened Sunday afternoon this week when I decided to enjoy a short nap in my family room recliner, a blanket and chihuahua on my legs for added warmth. I had been watching small birds work their way around our back deck and as I dozed I heard a chorus that soothed my tired being.

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updated 6:06 AM February 12, 2012 1

Exploring forgiveness | Religion Notes

Rev. Bruce Bode, minister at the Quimper Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Port Townsend, will explore issues of forgiveness Sunday, Feb. 12 at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 20103 Highway 525, Freeland.

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updated 2:41 PM February 10, 2012 0

Interpreting Revelation | Religion Notes

Whidbey Island Theological Studies presents, “Understanding the Book of Revelation,” Saturday, Feb. 11, from 8:45 a.m. to noon.

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2:40 PM February 10, 2012 0

Academic achievers honored at Oak Harbor High School

Oak Harbor High School academic achievers received honors for high grade point averages at the 15th annual Academic Letter Awards Ceremony Wednesday night.

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updated 2:37 PM February 10, 2012 1

Getting Greener in 2012

In the past few years Whidbey Island has grown significantly greener.  We have the WhidbeyGreenSeal with 40 new member organizations, Pioneer Way Improvements in Oak Harbor tied for the first Greenroads Certification in the State, the Navy built a new Child Development Center that is Certified LEED Platinum, our Rideshareonline participants nearly doubled and the gas saved...

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Blogs 9:57 AM February 8, 2012 Green Page, a Community Blog

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