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Welcoming Rainy Simpson – Our new Executive Director

26 Monday Jul 2021

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DRUM ROLL PLEASE!

After interviewing several qualified candidates we have hired a new Executive Director!

As sad as we are to have our founding Exec. Dir. Vickie Chambers retire, we’re excited to welcome Rainy Simpson to the position!

Happily Vickie will continue on to help with the transition, and make introductions of Rainy to our community.

After interviews our board felt Rainy was the best choice. Her life experience, understanding of our mission and the profound impact we have in our community (as a state supported historic Main Street town), seem made for a great fit.

Rainy spent much of her childhood visiting family in Coupeville and why she and her husband decided to move their own family here several years ago. Her husband works at Whidbey Health and their children attend Coupeville schools. Active in many aspects through fellow non-profits in our community, Rainy is especially proud of her work in our local schools, mental health and equality.

We thank our board members who lead the search and interviews for this very important position.

A few words from Vickie

Leaving after 10 years as Exec. Director of the Coupeville Historic Waterfront, I am so pleased to be able to transfer the office keys to someone able to maintain our unique district while developing new relationships and programs.  Rainy will join a full board of experienced, passionate members, and well-developed committees to carry on.

Our members are the best and I know they will work hard to make Rainy feel welcome and supported.

There’s so many to thank. Each of our members, partnering organizations, community leaders and citizens have helped to make CHWA the strong Main Street program it has become. CHWA represents a wide variety of interest and passions through our mission, and everyone’s participation has allowed us to focus on what is important and vital for our historic community’s well-being. 

It has been my honor and great joy to be a part of this Association.

  • Well, she’s hardly “..Outta Here!” – As we mentioned, Vickie will be helping with the transition and also the annual events we’re able to hold over the next year. She’ll be making introductions, happily on call, and of course we can always zip down to see her (through the summer and fall) and have a hot-dog when she’s working at her other job, Coupe’s Last Stand hot-dog stand!
  • Congratulations to Vickie’s husband, Randy, and their family! You’ll have much more time together and we promise to only borrow her now and then.

Rainy and Vickie – July 2021 – Two happy people who have the back of the Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association and our great community!

Executive Director Position OPEN at Coupeville Historic Waterfront

07 Monday Jun 2021

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Sadly our long time Executive Director Vickie Chambers is retiring. We hate to see her go, but are excited she will be enjoying more time with her family. Of course, because she’s a true blue community member, we’re sure she’ll be involved somehow with community efforts, and out and about in town like always.

As a certified Washington Main Street Organization within the Washington Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation this job has a heavy focus in our state designated “catchment area” which encompasses the several blocks flanking the historic waterfront of Coupeville and Penn Cove. You’ll be working in one of the most beautiful places on Whidbey and in our state as Executive Director of CHWA.

As a Main Street organization the Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 and governed by a Board of Directors. The chosen candidate will work closely with our Board, our Membership and community partners.

We’re sad to see Vickie retire but excited for an opportunity to have another person devoted to our community take on this job as our Executive Director.

Peruse the Job Opening text, download the document, and please do share this with anyone you think may fit the needs of this position.

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JOB OPENING: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (same as download)

JOB OPENING ED edit 6-22-2021

JOB OPENING: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (same as download)

OVERVIEW OF POSITION
The Executive Director coordinates the creation and delivery of activities of Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association, a Main Street program utilizing historic preservation as an integral foundation for downtown economic development. The Executive Director encourages public awareness of and engagement with program activities and acts as a liaison to all committees and partner organizations. The Executive Director will serve as an advocate for the downtown and as an authority and source for information, resources and activities related to the revitalization initiative.

ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION

Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association (CHWA) is a 501(c)3 non- profit organization following the Main Street Approach® to downtown revitalization since 2008. Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association is a membership organization including business and residential members.

CHWA MISSION: To to strengthen, promote and maintain our successful historic district.

OVER-SITE: The Executive Director works under the President of the Board of Directors and reports monthly to the entire Board.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supervises support staff, consultants, and volunteers
  • Bolsters membership
  • With the Board and its committees, helps sustain and or develop public awareness, educational programs and appropriate downtown revitalization strategies benefiting members and community
  • Marketing and or advertising CHWA events and programs at local, regional and state levels.
  • Recruiting and coordinating with volunteers to accomplish activities of board committees
  • Assists business and property owners with business and property improvement projects
  • Promotes cooperative partnerships between local businesses and fellow community organizations
  • Serves as an advocate for CHWA membership, and event and program issues at local and state level
  • Maintains data system tracking progress of CHWA programs
  • Attends and manages special events outside of regular business hours, including Washington Main Street conferences.
  • Grant writing
  • Assist board members and committees raising operational and event funding

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Three to five years management experience
  • Experience working with boards and committees
  • Willingness to develop a thorough understanding of the Main Street Approach®
  • Self starter with an entrepreneurial, energetic, imaginative, and well organized spirit.
  • Capable of effective independent functioning
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work with a variety of individuals and organizations building consensus among people of diverse skills and backgrounds
  • Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and database management

COMPENSATION Salary determination to be based on qualifications.

HOW TO APPLY Please submit cover letter, resume and three references to Kathy Baxter, CHWA Board President
at president@coupevillehistoricwaterfront.com with subject line “CHWA ED Application”. Application must be received by June 23, 2021

There’s so much that’s wonderful about working at the Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association. You’ll be part of a dynamic business and residential community and participating is countless improvements and events along the historic waterfront. This job is for the community lover. A person who enjoys working hard for their members and extended community.

We’re off and running assisting those in need.

21 Wednesday Oct 2020

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Every year at the beginning of fall and throughout the holidays the Historic Waterfront organizes our Community Care Teams to gather greatly needed items to be distributed to local seniors, disabled adults and children in need. This year it’s especially important to up our offerings and we hope you can help, or share with someone who can.

Needed items listed below

Monetary contributions ARE tax deductible

ALL items purchased through your contribution, or purchased by you directly go to Island County Human Services. Their staff will make sure those most in need receive what Community Care teams have generated.

Our first 2020 delivery to Health and Human Services was received with great appreciation! 

Can you help us make the next delivery? YOU chose how to help. Give a monetary donation online right now and we’ll purchase assorted items from the list below, OR you can buy items from the list and bring them to the office. 

You can safely donate through paypal.

If you rather not donate online, mail a check to Coupeville Historic Waterfront, P.O. Box 121, Coupeville, WA 98239. Please put “Community Care” on the check’s memo. 

For drop off’s of items you’ve purchased from the list below, the CHWA office is located on Coveland behind and below Balanced Body Works – 6 Coveland – map. Dropped off items are ONLY collected October through December 19th. Monetary donations are taken year round.

IF the office is closed put your donations in the box outside the office door.

If you’re donating grocery, gas or gift cards you’ve purchased yourself, please email our Executive Director Vicky Chambers to arrange for a drop off or pick up. 

COMMUNITY CARE WISH LIST

PLEASE – NO used items. 

Scarfs/gloves/hats

Blankets/sleeping bags

Toilet paper

Kids tooth brushes/tooth paste

Adult toothbrushes/toothpaste

Diaper wipes

Grocery store gift cards (Red Apple or Safeway $10 each)

Gas gift cards ($10.00 each)

Laundry soap – manageable weight sizes please.

New socks (men’s crew/women’s)**greatly needed

New Underwear (men’s and women’s)

Paper towels

Kleenex

Adult wipes

Adult depends  

Feminine products

Cotton balls/Q-tips

Shampoo/conditioner

Travel size shampoo/soap/deodorant/etc. personal hygiene items   

Bath towels/wash clothes

$ Quarters for laundromat – Great way to get the kids involved!!

Coffee cards/ fast food gift cards

Sweat pants and tops for men and women

Razors (male and female)

Plastic silverware/cups

Flashlights/batteries 

Ziploc bags

Large garbage bags

Dog food/cat food/bird food – Pet’s are family too

Hand and feet warmers

Clorox wipes

We are grateful to everyone who has a heart for those in need. Thank you!!!

RAINBOW OVER WHARF PHOTO CREDIT: WHIDBEY PANORAMA’S DENIS HILL

November 25th – 2018 Coupeville Historic Waterfront Gingerbread Workshop

21 Wednesday Nov 2018

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SUNDAY – NOVEMBER 25th

Coupeville Rec Hall doors open at 11am map

Please PARK 1/2 block away at the town lot next to the Coupeville Library. 

TWO Workshops for kids! 

First Workshop begins at 11am

Second Workshop begins at 12:30pm

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The Gingerbread Workshop is a fun Thanksgiving weekend event for kids, and a winter pantry stocking benefit for the food bank

Bring at least one non-perishable food item per person attending for the Gifts of the Heart Food Bank. 

THE THANK YOU’S

Helping to insure we are able to provide the building kits for free we THANK to our members, community friends, The Friends of the Coupeville Library, Janet Birchfield’s Front Street Reality, The Oystercatcher, the Whidbey News Times, the Honey Bar and sponsors who choose to remain anonymous.

DRUM ROLL PLEASE for A SPECIAL THANKS to our Gingerbread Workshop volunteers. The Gingerbread Workshop is an all day event for our volunteers. It requires morning set up and prep, 3 hours of gingerbread building mayhem with a full Rec Hall and then clean up.  Our volunteers lift and tote, have fun and then leave the Rec Hall spic and span. MANY THANK TO THEM! The Friends of the Coupeville Library are especially helpful for this great event! 

If you’d like to volunteer for the Gingerbread Workshop go to our contact page and let us know. We’d love to have you join in the fun.

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2017 Gingerbread Workshop photos. 

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Parents can even get some Red Ticket shopping done during the workshop if they have a family member, or friend, who can stay with their kids.

 

Red Ticket – Thanksgiving through Christmas & Local Economics

05 Monday Nov 2018

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“Shop Local” is not a fad, it’s the economic back bone of countless small businesses and livelihoods  in towns just like Coupeville. 

For every $25.00 spent at a local business $17.00 stays in our local economy. Only $10.50 stays when we shop away from home, a loss of 7 dollars. 

Small businesses – like those in Coupeville – account for 99.7% of all businesses in the US.

Small businesses donate 250% more than larger businesses to non-profits and community causes.

Small businesses accounted for 60% of new jobs created in the U.S.

There are 28.8 million small businesses in the country. Some of them are right here in Coupeville! Shop local – gather Red Tickets – and let’s ring out the year with a huge boost for our economy, our business owning friends and neighbors and the winners of the Red Ticket’s $2300.00

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RED TICKET 2018 NOVEMBER 1st thru DECEMBER 22nd 

Every $20.00 worth of purchases you make with participating merchants, restaurants and service providers gets you a RED TICKET! 

$2300.00 in cash prizes chosen at the Red Ticket Drawing on Sunday – December 23rd at 1pm in front of the Island County Historical Society Museum – 908 Alexander St. map

 YOU or a representative for you must be present to win.

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HAPPY RED TICKET SEASON – November through Dec. 22nd

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A Touch of Dutch – 360-678-7729 – 11 Front St NW. –Food and Gifts from; The Netherlands (Holland), Indonesia, Germany, Sweden and Norway. Bits from England, France and Belgium. Gift Certificates YES! Facebook WILL SHIP.

 

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aqua-david-sternAqua Gifts – 360-678-0664 – 2 Front St. – House wears, gifts, shoes, soaps, candles and much more for all ages. Perfect for women and men, girls and boys. Gift Certificates YES. Facebook

 

 

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back-to-the-island-david-sternBack to the Island – 360-678-6860 – 9B Front St NW – Great selection of clothes, fun and comfy socks, bags, gifts, souvenirs, and much MORE!  SEAHAWKS CENTRAL!  Gift Certificates YES

 

 

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balance-bodyworks-david-sternBalanced Bodyworks – 360-630-0911 – 6 NW Coveland St. – Massage, health and wellness by licensed massage therapist Susann Martin. Specializing in massage therapy treating back and neck problems due to excessive muscle tightness and trigger points. Gift Certificates YES. Facebook

“I truly believe in the healing powers of massage for reducing, and even eliminating painful soft tissue conditions. I treat each client individually, according to what your special needs are.” – Susann Martin

 

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Bayleaf – 360-678-6603 – 101 NW Coveland St. –Whidbey’s source for all things delicious! Wine, groceries, sweets, delicatessen, cheeses, cured meats, specialty items. Holiday gourmet baskets, wine clubs, catering, specialists in Paella for groups. Gift Certificates YES! Facebook

 

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Christopher’s on Whidbey – 360-678-5480 – 103 NW Coveland St. – Over 30 years of pleasing meals for locals and visitors, featuring fresh, creative, northwest cuisine (fish, meat, vegetarian, local and regional produce) and a variety of local wines. Gift Certificates YES! Facebook 

 

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Collections Boutique -360-678-2100 -24 Front St. – Variety of fine clothing lines — Tribal, Habitat, Pure, Cutloose, Lysse, Lissett, Nomadic Traders, Picadilly, Adam Jacobs – FitFlop shoes, and more.  Jewelry, accessories and baby gifts. Gift Certificates YES! Facebook 

 

 

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coupeville-auto-david-sternCoupeville Auto Repair -360-678-1746 -105 NW Coveland St. – Car repair and services.  Gas station. Gift Certificates YES! Facebook 

 

 

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Coupeville Chamber of Commerce – 360-675-5434, 905 Alexander St. – Business organization. Visitors Center is located at 905 Alexander St. Facebook

Photo Credit Coupeville Chamber of Commerce

 

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Far From Normal – 360-678-3799 – 12 Front St. – Retro, vintage, fun. Whatever makes you laugh can be found at Far From Normal. Gifts, book, bags, masks, cards, silly stuff, buttons, coasters, games, all that’s fun, silly and twisted. Gift Certificates YES. Facebook

 

 

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Front Street Grill and Catering -360-682-2551 -20 Front St. – Wonderful meals, lunch and dinner. Breakfast on weekends. Catering, wine, full bar, seafood, local mussels, burgers, specials and desserts with a water view. Gift Certificates YES! Facebook

 

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front-street-reality-david-sternFront Street Realty -360-678-6100 -22 Front St. – Full service real estate services.  Long standing, well respected community member Janet Burchfield will make sure all your needs are met when looking for or selling a house. Website | Facebook

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Hidden Pearl Gallery – 360-678-3117 – 901 Grace St. – Featuring fine art and craft work from local artists of the Pacific Northwest. Paintings, Prints, Jewelry, Metal Work, Photography, Post Cards, and much more! Gift Certificates YES. Website | Facebook 

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a-need-new-pic-harbor-giftsHarbor Gifts and Kayak Rental -360-678-3625 – 26 Front St. – ON the Wharf. Clothes, gifts, souvenirs, jewelry, cards, trinkets, and much MORE.  Plus a beautiful stroll out to the Wharf building. We love our wharf.

 

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museum-david-sternIsland County Historical Society Archives and Museum – 360-678-3310 – 908 NW Alexander St. – Island County archives (available for study by appointment) and museum. Fantastic gift and bookstore. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook 

 

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Kingfisher Books -16 Front St. – 360-678-8463 – Independent family-owned bookstore on Coupeville’s historic waterfront.  Owners of the Kingfisher are learners and books are their teachers. Books for pleasure, learning, entertainment, and fun for all ages. New, old, used and collectable, Kingfishers is a book lovers paradise. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

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Knead and Feed – 360-678-5431 – 4 Front. St. – Breakfast and lunch.  Cafe’ cuisine, baked goods cooked on site, coffee, waterside dinning. Big and famous Cinnamon Rolls. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

For Practical Magic fans – Knead and Feed was used for Sally’s shop “Verbena”.

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Lavender Wind  – 360-544-4132 – 15 Coveland St. – Locally grown lavender products from Whidbey’s largest lavender farm. Handmade products: oils, soaps, spice blends, teas, baked goods, gifts. Gift Certificates YES! Shipping YES!  – SHIPPING YES! Website with Extensive OnLine Store | Facebook

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One More Thing – 360-678-1894 – 13 Front St. – Wonderful selection of clothes, jewelry, personal accessories. Ideal shop for women of all ages. Gift Certificates YES!

 

 

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Lower Loft Eatery – 360-678-2900 – 12 Front St. – Breakfast, Lunch and dinner.  Wide variety of delicious foods and baked goods. Fantastic views of Penn Cove. Friendly service. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

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•Pacific Northwest Art School – 360-678-9396 – 15 NW Birch St. -The Pacific NorthWest Art School offers visual arts education taught by professional artists for artists aspiring to hone their skills. We offer workshops in the mediums of photography, painting and fiber arts. 70 plus workshops a year, Art Excursions and Art Expeditions, opportunities for artists to show their work in their Member’s Gallery and more. Art for purchase in gallery. Gift Certificates for classes. YES. Website | Facebook

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Penn Cove Gallery – 360-678-1176 – 9 Front St. – Art to display, wear and give from 26 Whidbey Island artists. Large selection of original art, reproductions and art cards in a range of media, suitable for decor and gifts, at home and work. This not-for-profit gallery is administered and staffed by the artist members. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

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Rain Shadow Nursery – 360-678-9114 – 107 S Main St. – Wide variety of roses, perennials, herbs, succulents, annuals, house plants, potting soils, mulch, pottery, gifts, and an experienced staff to help you with all your gardening needs. Gift Certificates YES! Website

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Salon Blue – 360-682-5216 – 23 Front St. – A welcoming professional salon dedicated to providing the highest level of service and products to ensure that the client looks and feels the best they can. Hair cut, dye, manicures, and wonderful selection of products. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

 

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The Coupeville Inn – 360-678-6668 – 20 NW Coveland St. – Coupeville’s premier destination Inn… Beautifully refurbished rooms and suites with views of Penn Cove and Mt. Baker, just steps to the wharf and historic downtown Coupeville. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

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The Crow’s Roost – 360-678-2092 – 902 Grace St. –Features art, accessories, cards, jewelry, home goods, décor, edibles and entertaining essentials. Unique Fair Trade, USA, and locally made gifts. Bring your ID for Military Discount of 10%. Carefully curated gifts, jewelry, accessories, home goods and décor, edibles, art and more. Certificates YES! Facebook

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a-need-new-pic-honey-bearThe Honey Bear – 360-678-6122 – 23 Front St. – Candy, chocolate, gifts, books, toys, cards, and more for all ages.  Gift Certificates YES

 

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The Oystercatacher – 360-678-0683 – 901 Grace St. – Fine dinning, dinner and lunch. Oystercatcher has proudly served simply, good, food for more than 18 years. Chef Tyler Hansen and his team create a harmonious farm-to-table menu to showcase all what the island and Pacific Northwest region has to offer. Changing menu pending season. Fine wine collection. Reservations suggested, especially dinner. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

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seaside-david-stern-2The Seaside Spa and Salon – 360-678-0508 – 5 Front St.  Full service salon and spa. Indulge yourself in a sanctuary of rest and relaxation at Whidbey’s wonder spa and salon. Hair design, manicures, pedicures, products, massage, facials, waxing treatments, spa packages. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook 

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Sunshine Drip – 360-682-6201 – 306 N Main St. – Coffee lounge. Organic coffee, teas, fresh smoothies, sandwiches, salads and baked goods. Gluten free available. Combined with a gift shop full of creative and unique finds. Website | Facebook

 

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tobys-david-sternToby’s Tavern – 360-678-4222 – 8 Front St. – Historic tavern. Beer, wine, wide ranging menu, local mussels, waterside dinning. Toby’s historic wooden back bar was originally brought around the horn and placed in the Fort Warden officers club in about 1900. Must be 21. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

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Vail Wine Shop and Tasting Room – 360-678-4222 – 22 Front St. – Large variety of Washington wines,indoor and outdoor seating, wine tasting events, group travel excursions to Washington wine country, wine clubs. A special place for wine, friends, and good times. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook

 

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Whidbey Isle Yarns, Gifts and Teas – 360-632-4200 – 12 Front St. – Fine wool yarns (hand spun, machine made, imported, natural and commercial died), jewelry, buttons, notions, teas,coffee, sea glass, mussel, sterling jewelry with focus on USA/handcrafted supplies, along with classes. Gift Certificates YES! Website | Facebook 

 

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Whidbey Natural Pet – 360-678-1601 – 105 S Main St. – Providing Whidbey Island residents with natural options in dog and cat care. Whidbey Natural Pet carries all the supplies you need for your fur and feather family. Food, toys, health boosting items, treats, dietary supplements and every thing in between. Whidbey Natural Pet strives to offer customers and pets locally produced, chemical free products. Gift Certificates YES! Facebook

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Windjammer Custom Framing – 360-678-9200 – 22 Front St. – Fine art and print framing. Large selection of frames. Award winning framer. Gift Certificates YES!

 

 

 

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