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Attend an upcoming chamber music concert

The Whidbey Island String Trio’s music is a nod to the past and leap toward the future.

Photo by Luisa Loi

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Accordion aficionado plans holiday concert

Community members are invited to party to the rhythm of David Locke’s accordion this week.

Photo by Luisa Loi
Right to left, Candy O'Neal and Melissa Johnson play at the Guitars for Vets Sunday Jam.

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Music program for veterans strikes a chord

Guitars for Vets was created to help veterans with diagnosed mental or physical disabilities.

Photo by David Welton

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Santa came to town

Santa paid a visit to make sure everyone was behaving at the Lighting of Langley.

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Parades will be part of the holiday celebration on the island.

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Whidbey ushers in holiday cheer

Whidbey’s holiday celebrations make up a list longer than Santa’s good list.

Photo by Luisa Loi
The Sweets dance in the Land of Sweets. Starting from the left, Hannah Brackeen, Ana Kettlewell, Lily Brinlee, Riley White and Tessa Lang, who are some of the oldest and most experienced dancers selected to perform in the show.

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‘Nutcracker’ kicks off holiday season

The Ballet Slipper Conservatory is proud to present “The Nutcracker” on Dec. 9 and 10.

Photos by Michael Stadler

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Whidbey Island Dance Theatre opens its 31st production of ‘The Nutcracker’

This holiday classic is returning to the South Whidbey High School Auditoriums stage.

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Mr. Oak Harbor court announced

Miss Oak Harbor announced the names of the royals that will make up the 2023 Mr. Oak Harbor…

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Whidbey beards book coming to a coffee table near you

A South Whidbey photographer will talk about his book of beards at an upcoming reception.

Photo by Luisa Loi
June Zacharia prepares gifts for the Holiday House at her house in Oak Harbor. Every year, she begins to prepare for the event in January, buying gift wrap paper, ribbons and more.

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Holiday House Noth brings joy to families

For 21 years, Holiday House North has been making Christmas a little merrier for families in need.

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Talkin’ turkey!

South Whidbey kindergarteners shared some of the things they are thankful for this Thanksgiving.

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Captain Whidbey chef dishes on Thanksgiving recipes

Who knew a cozy, century-old inn is hiding one of Whidbey Island’s most innovative chefs?

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Feeding the community on Thanksgiving

The community has put together a few events to bring a little Thanksgiving magic to those in need.