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GOING TO THE DOGS Harbor School students meet Obama family dogs. Page 18
NEWS | Public invited to walk Dockton Forest bike trail. [3] COMMENTARY | Humor: Jeopardy’s ban on Canadians. [6] ARTS | Hawaiian singer, slack key guitarist comes to Vashon. [10]
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Democratic caucus on Saturday gives islanders a say in politics By SUSAN RIEMER Staff Writer
Islanders will have a chance to help select the Democratic nominee for president when the precinct caucuses convene this Saturday across the state. The caucuses are the initial step in sending delegates to the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia this summer, where the party will nominate either Hillary Clinton or Bernie Sanders for the presidency. Throughout Washington this weekend, voters will gather together, select their choice of candidate and — unlike in a primary when ballots are quietly slipped into the mail or ballot box — exchange ideas about who will be the best candidate to lead the country forward. “The brilliant thing about caucuses is that they essentially bring a community together and encourage grassroots conversation,” said islander March Twisdale, the lead area caucus coordinator. Many islanders likely remember the caucus of 2008, when a sea of more than 1,600 Vashon residents filled the gym at McMurray Middle School, overwhelm-
Hillary Clinton
Bernie Sanders ingly endorsing thenSenator Barack Obama for president. Twisdale said similar numbers are expected at this year’s caucus at the Open Space for Arts & Community, and she and nearly 40 volunteers are planning for the event to ensure that it goes smoothly.
The doors will open at 9 a.m., with the caucus slated to begin at 10 a.m. Parking will likely be a challenge, and while volunteers will be assisting, Twisdale recommended carpooling, biking or busing to the event — and arriving early. After a certain point, she said, latecomers would be welcome, but they would lose their ability to influence how delegates are allocated. “Being Vashonably late is not a good idea,” she added. According to state law, any person who will be 18 by Nov. 8 may attend. Washington does not register voters by party, but when caucus-goers register for the event, they will be asked to affirm that they consider themselves Democrats and to state their preference for the presidential nominee. Twisdale recommended pre-registering for the caucus online and bringing the printed form along, making it possible to forego the sign-in process at the caucus itself. People who have not registered to vote may do so at the caucus, she added. SEE CAUCUS, 19
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A REPRIEVE FROM THE WETTEST WINTER
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Following the wettest winter ever recorded in the Seattle area, last week the sun shone on Vashon for three days in the last days before spring. On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, temperatures reached near 60 degrees, and cloudless skies afforded colorful sunrises and sunsets as light reflected off Mount Rainier. Islanders shared their sunlit photos on the Visual Delights on Vashon Facebook page. Top: Thursday morning sunrise photo from the south end. Bottom left: Thursday night sunset from Manzanita. Bottom right: A sunny afternoon at low tide at Tramp Harbor.
Poor salmon return predictions cause some to worry about island numbers Officials consider closing fishing off Washington’s coast By ANNELI FOGT Editor
Despite recent efforts to preserve salmon populations on Vashon and throughout Puget Sound, ocean conditions are wreaking havoc on fish
populations and raising concerns about the 2016 salmon season. T he Washi ng ton Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) last week began the annual process of developing salmon-fishing seasons and announced that expected low returns of coho salmon “could put a damper on salmon fisheries” throughout the state.
According to a statement from WDFW, the forecast of about 256,000 Puget Sound coho is 71 percent smaller than the size of the run predicted in 2015. “Unfavorable ocean conditions led to fewer coho salmon returning last year than we anticipated,” John Long, salmon fisheries policy lead for WDFW said in the state-
ment. “We expect to see another down year for coho in 2016 and will likely have to restrict fishing for salmon in a variety of locations to protect wild coho stocks.” For Vashon, the low return numbers could mean fewer coho salmon in the island’s two salmon-bearing creeks: Judd Creek and Shinglemill Creek. The Vashon Maury
Island Land Trust has been working for years to restore and preserve the creeks where coho salmon come to spawn every fall and have seen success in recent years. “Ocean warming and coho is the big question right now,” Land Trust Executive Director Tom Dean said last week. “Will they come back? What worries me is that there
is a consideration to stop all ocean fishing for coho and Chinook. It makes me wonder how our salmon runs will be since we were just starting to get bigger runs in Judd Creek and Shinglemill.” Indeed, overall salmon numbers in 2015 were higher than in recent years, as Vashon Nature SEE SALMON, 20
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After multiple public meetings in past months focused on the addition of mountain biking trails to Dockton Forest, work is starting on the trails, but the public’s input is still needed. During the public meetings earlier this winter, islanders suggested being given the chance to see the marked trail routes prior to trail construction. Since the last meeting on the project, volunteers have been working to flag the first phase of trails through the woods — Phase 1a. This first phase consists of two cross-country trails and an uphill return trail. These first trails are on the west side of the forest, and construction is expected to begin in April. “These trails will be geared toward kids and new riders, but enjoyable for all skill levels,” King County Parks Program Manager Butch Lovelace said in an email. He also asked the public to remember that building
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Islanders on Wednesday night will have the opportunity to walk the route of the first flagged bike trail through Dockton Forest (marked in red on the map above). trails is a “very iterative process” and that trail design and layout can change from the concept phase (presented at the meetings), to this flagging phase, to the construction phase. Members of the county’s project team will meet along 260th Avenue at the trailhead at 6 p.m. tonight, Wednesday, March 23, before proceed-
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A Seattle-area expert on teen sex education and counseling will be on the island tonight to give a talk titled “Digital Safety 101: Cyberbullying, Sexting and Porn, the Three Biggest Issues our Children Face With Their Screens,” as part of VARSA’s parent speaker series. Jo Langford is a therapist, sex educator, father and author with over two decades of experience working with teens. He will talk to parents and caregivers about navigating the issues that most kids have to deal with on a daily basis. “As technology has evolved, issues surrounding sexuality have developed,” he said. “So about six years ago I started going out into communities to talk specifically about these digital concerns.” Langford, a graduate of New Mexico State and Bastyr universities with a bachelor’s degree in clinical psychology and a master’s in systems counseling, moved to Seattle in 1993, and has been working with teens — mostly boys — since training as a peer counselor in high school. His book, “Spare Me The Talk! A Guy’s Guide to Sex, Relationships and Growing Up,” was published last summer, and he says that community-based, sexual education is
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Jo Langford a passion of his because by its nature, it is integral in creating healthy lives for teens. In his Vashon talk, he will cover the most popular social networking applications (used by 12 to 24-year-olds) and explain how each works, their primary purpose and the good, the bad and the ugly as far as how they stack up on the “Big Bad Three”: Sexting, cyberbullying and pornography. “These issues are a feature of adolescence right now,” Langford said. “Kids need to know that it’s happening and how to deal with it.” Langford explains that while any social media service or application can
be used in bad ways, the ones he puts into the “good” category for kids are the ones where users are generally well-behaved, such as Instagram. His definition of a “bad” application is one that puts kids at risk for bullying and/or humiliation, such as Snapchat, and the “ugly” include any, such as Kik, that encourage users to mask their identities and behavior, be mean to others or actively pursue illegal activity and put them at risk of being located by predators. “When bad behavior stands out, it’s probably a good app,” he said. “If it seems normal across the platform, then it’s not.” A big believer in family contracts, specifically around behavior and safety, Langford will also cover the main points that should be included when designing family guidelines or house rules around technology. On his website, beheroes.net, Langford offers free, downloadable PDF guides and templates for family contracts covering topics such as online responsibility, smart phone use, social networking, online gaming and more. Anyone planning to attend the talk is encouraged to print out and bring any they are specifically interested in going over. Langford will speak at 7 p.m. tonight, March 23, at Vashon High School.
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Physical therapist, yoga teacher moves to new Recess Lab Longtime island physical therapist and yoga instructor Andra DeVoght has moved her practice to the Recess Lab, the new exercise studio downtown. DeVoght has practiced on Vashon for 12 years, including six years at the Vashon Women’s Health Center, which closed last summer. DeVoght opened her new office last month and now sees men, women and children for a variety of concerns. There, she also teaches yoga classes, open to both her patients and members of the public. The owners of the Recess Lab, Kelly Macomber Straight and Zabette Macomber, invited her to join them a year ago when they purchased the building, DeVoght said. “This was a really great opportunity to integrate yoga and physical therapy under one roof. There was no way I could say no to that,” she added. While DeVoght — soon to be joined by physical therapy assistant Adria Cannon — is a general practitioner, she specializes in physical therapy for women, treating a range of issues related to pregnancy, the post-partum period and problems associated with the pelvic floor. DeVoght, whose practice is busy, says she also sees a large number of adolescents, in part because of sports injuries, which often occur because of an underlying imbalance.
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Andra DeVoght “I am not treating the sports injuries,” she said. “I am treating the person.” She added that she also tends to the emotional needs of her patients through stress management tips, breathing exercises, mindfulness education and meditation. Additionally, DeVoght holds a master’s degree in public health, which further informs her work. “I put everything into context,” she said, “people’s childhood experiences, their resources, if they are safe in their lives ... and what they need from me and want to accomplish in physical therapy.” For more information about DeVoght and her work, see her website at insightphysio.com. — Susan Riemer
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Two and a half years ago, Vashon Island School District officials drafted a strategic plan to guide the district in achieving its mission of preparing students for life in an “ever-changing world.” Last week, a meeting was held to judge progress under that plan. The district’s plan is centered around six initiatives that range from empowering teachers to intervening with struggling students both academically and socially. Parents and teachers from all three schools met last Wednesday night at Vashon High School (VHS) to hear presentations about Chautauqua, McMurray and VHS and how teachers and counselors have been working toward the six initiatives. “We’ve mapped out the direction to go and how to get there. We’re going to take a look at this waypoint we’re at and ... provide insight into gaps in the approach and identify opportunities,” facilitator Larry Huggins said at the beginning of the event. The presentations centered around results from last May’s Educational Effectiveness Survey, which polled students and parents on their experiences with the schools. The survey addressed the social elements of school (feeling safe, enjoying school) as well as
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EDITORIAL With Canadians banned from Jeopardy, there is no hope to repeat dad’s success Important to attend caucus regardless of favored candidate HUMOR According to the Seattle Post‑Intelligencer, nearly 250,000 people showed up for Democratic Party caucuses in Washington in 2008. That number was likely a national record for attendance at any of the party’s 18 state caucuses and surpassed Washington’s previous Democratic attendance record. Vashon also saw a record turnout during the 2008 caucus. A March 2008 Beachcomber article reported that more than 1,660 islanders attended, more than double the attendance of the in 2004. Democrats across the state caucus Caucuses serve as the have a history of being public’s chance to decide politically active and who will be on the balmaking their voices heard lot in November. While voting in the election is when it comes time to choose the nation’s leaders. crucial, deciding which candidates will be on that ballot may be even more important, and Washington is one of only 14 states holding a caucus this year. Caucuses work by proportionally assigning delegates for each candidate. The more people who voice support for a candidate, the more delegates are assigned to that candidate. In the end, the candidate with the most delegates gets the state’s, and ultimately the party’s nomination. Recent news headlines have named Vashon the “most liberal place in America” and have put a magnifying glass to those islanders vocally speaking in support of Bernie Sanders in particular. A quick look around the island reveals many visual cues as to the political leanings of islanders, from Christmas lights that spell out “Bernie” on a hedge in front of a north-end home, to a wooden sign near town and “Feel the Bern” bumper stickers adorning island cars. But, these clear supporters should not be the only ones attending the caucus. Those in support of Hillary Clinton or who are undecided should also come and make their voices heard or risk losing the chance to vote for their favorite candidate come November. Each of Vashon’s 19 precincts will choose a candidate, and one person could be the force that decides who will move on in the electoral process. Show up informed and ready to say why your support is behind your candidate. Democrats across the state have a history of being politically active and making their voices heard when it comes time to choose the nation’s leaders. Saturday’s caucus should be no different from 2008’s and all who can participate should.
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cheating to boost ratings, but Merv Griffin took a chance and developed Jeopardy. However, it was his wife that suggested each contestant be given the answer first and then guess the question. The premiere was on March 30, 1964, It’s a virtually unstoppable and it was an instant hit with habit. I can be with a friend at a my pop. He would come home restaurant and they might order for lunch, find the program a hamburger and a cola. I will amongst the three TV stations involuntarily blab: “The hamand begin quesburger, first sold tioning answers. in New Haven, He would come home for “Who was Connecticut, in Charlemagne? lunch, find the program 1900, and cola What is cadmioriginally conamongst the three TV um? When was tained cocaine stations and begin July 1, 1867?” and caffeine He did all this questioning answers. from the kola and still beat nut.” Yes, it can “Who was Charlemagne? me at Barrel of really be tedious What is cadmium? When Monkeys. having lunch Without was July 1, 1867?” He did with me. much ado, he I was recently all this and still beat me at announced to reminded that Barrel of Monkeys. the family that I came by this he was going to quirky trait drive the 600 or honestly. A news so miles to New York City and story earlier this year stated get on Jeopardy. He then delved that Jeopardy is now prohibiting into his wall-sized bookshelf, Canadians from participating which contained hundreds of in the prime-time trivia contest. tomes. For me, they made excelIt seems the program doesn’t lent building materials for my want to comply with Canada’s strict new digital privacy laws. In little green army men forts, but apparently they had another my humble opinion, I think it’s use. The majority of them were because the only questions they haven’t asked yet concern curling history books (his love of the subject was also passed down to (the Olympic sport, not the hairme). These were the days before thingys), maple syrup (Canada Google democratized access to produces 80 percent of the knowledge, so having handy refworld’s supply) or the definition of a “two-four” (it’s a 24-can case erence books at home was a must for the trivia buff. of beer, and you need it if you And so it was on Dec. 16, go curling). How this relates to 1964, that the host, Art Fleming, me is that my dad was the first announced to the audience that Canadian ever on Jeopardy. my dad was the show’s first Quiz shows got a black eye player from the Great White in the 1950s with organized
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North. I sat in front of the television in my cowboy pajamas ready to offer any vicarious help. If a question involved Legos or sock monkeys or a math problem that didn’t go over 10, I was his lifeline. And if it was a nursery rhyme, bet the farm! After four days, even without my help, Dad had $2,600 in his pocket (50 grand on today’s board). When it came to Final Jeopardy on the fifth day, the answer must have been a doozy as no one got the correct question. Unfortunately for Dad, he bet all his money, and unfortunately for me, I inherited all his financial savvy. He came home a conquering hero to our tiny burg of Blenheim, Ontario. To quote one ardent fan: “You knocked the spats off those New Yorkers.” The ensuing newspaper picture has become something of a legend in our family. It is perhaps not the first, but surely one of the best, awkward family photos. The centerpiece of the snapshot is Dad wearing a dark jacket and thin tie. He looks sternly into the distance not unlike a heroic statue of Lenin. Then there’s my brother trying and failing to look cool. He strikes a pose less like James Dean and more like Jimmie Dean, the sausage guy. I am wearing a new white sweater that will probably be garnished with bubble gum or Crayola streaks before the day is out. I am sitting on Mom’s lap, and she looks at me as if I’ve stewed my pants. I don’t remember doing so, but I can’t rule it out either. And, alas, my poor sister. She stands out from the crowd because she’s the only one that looks normal. If the answer is, “Yeah, eh, no two-four or syrup for you guys on curling night,” the question must be: “What every Canadian wants to say to the producers of Jeopardy?”
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Presidential race
Caucus participation is essential for Democrats, not so for Republicans Democratic caucuses or the presidential primary, what is important? The presidential delegate selection method in Washington state depends on which political party you want to support. For Democrats, it’s not so simple. The Democratic caucus system is the only way to have your vote count. You must attend your precinct caucus on Saturday, March 26 at 10 a.m. Don’t be late. If you live on VashonMaury Island, your caucus location is the Open Space, 18870 103rd Ave. SW. You must declare as a Democrat at least for the day. If you are not a registered voter, you can register at the caucus. A total of 67 of Washington’s 101 delegates to the National Democratic Convention will be determined from Washington caucuses. These 67 delegates will be joined by 34 others determined by the congressional district results. Washington also has eight unpledged party superdelegates. The presidential primary is not used by the Washington Democratic Party. However, Democrats can vote to influence their eight unpledged superdelegates. Washington’s presidential primary is Tuesday, May 24. Every registered voter will receive a ballot and a voters pamphlet showing all the candidates from both major parties. Independents and minor parties (Greens, Libertarians, etc.) are not included and use a separate process. We do not register by political party in Washington, so you may cast your ballot for anyone you
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choose as long as you sign a political party declaration on your ballot return envelope that matches your voted candidate’s political party. Independent and minor party voters may declare as Democrats or Republicans. For Republicans, delegate selection is very simple. Just make sure you are registered and turn in your Washington State Presidential Primary ballot by Tuesday, May 24. All 44 of Washington’s delegates to the Republican National Convention are allocated to presidential contenders based on the results of the voting in the presidential primary. — Melvin Mackey
consider this issue and think about which candidate these lobbyists probably are supporting. There are 712 superdelegates, and of this total, the lobbyists might be a small number, but their presence adds fuel to the claim that one candidate is heavily funded and influenced by corporate special interests. And that candidate’s initials are not B.S.
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Consider the superdelegates and their role before voting in the caucus Who are the superdelegates in the Democratic party? Party elites and significant politicians of past and present, as well as lobbyists. What? A recent Google search to help me understand the issue of why these superdelegates are so important revealed what was, for me, entirely new information. Google led me to dailykos.com where I found, and I quote: “the list (of superdelegates) contains lobbyists for Keystone XL, private prison group GEO, American Council of Life Insurers, News Corp. (Fox news), Enron, Countrywide, US Telecom Assoc., Coca-Cola, CitiGroup and others.” So these corporations are not only influencing our elected leaders in Congress, influencing our local and statewide elections and funding oppositions to peoples’ initiatives, they are also directly choosing the President of the United States. Is this what we want? Before deciding whom to vote for in the Democratic caucus on March 26, we should
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NOTICE Easter Week Services Presbyterian Church: Maundy Thursday service, 7 p.m. Thursday; Good Friday Service, 7 p.m. Friday; Easter morning worship, 10 a.m. at the Presbyterian church. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints: Easter sunrise service with social to follow. 6:47 a.m. Sunday at the Tramp Harbor pier. Vashon Island Community Church: Sunrise service-goers will meet at 6:45 a.m. at the church and then carpool to Tramp Harbor; 10 a.m. worship service will take place at VICC, 9318 Cemetery Rd.
ONGOING Senior Center Lunches: The center’s regular lunch offerings will take place at the Vashon Eagles while the center undergoes renovations. The cost remains $4.50. Noon Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays through March.
WEDNESDAY • 23 Washington State Ferries: Representatives from WSF will be on the island to discuss planned changes to ticket processing at Fauntleroy, the emergency boat deployment plan, the current status of the Vashon dock construction project and more. 6 to 8 p.m. at McMurray Middle School.
THURSDAY • 24 Messiah in the Passover Presentation: Vashon Island Community Church (VICC) welcomes Daniel Nessim, a representative of Chosen People Ministries, who will discuss the symbolic meanings of the various items in a traditional Passover Seder and highlight their relationship to the Last Supper. Special emphasis will be given to the redemptive significance of the crucifixion. All are welcome to attend; this event is open to the public. For more information, please call 4633940. 7 p.m. Thursday at VICC, 9318 Cemetery Rd.
FRIDAY • 25 Purim-Themed Shabbat Service: Rabbi Moch will lead this service that will begin with a pre-neg and then roll into a fun and interactive telling of the story of Esther, Mordechai, Haman et al. The mitzvot of Purim will be fulfilled with friends and family alike. The service is for adults and children of all ages. Attendees are asked to bring Tzadakah money and donations for the food bank as part of the fulfillment of the mitzvah of celebrating the holiday. For more information, call Julie at 463-9924. 7 p.m. at the Vashon Cohousing common house.
Club O: Vashon’s all-ages dance party has something for everyone with a kids’ play area, teen VIP room and music from island deejays MirageSix and Whitmore. Admission costs $5 at the door, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. All ages are welcome until 11 p.m., then 21 and older only after that. Doors open at 8 p.m. at the Open Space for Arts & Community.
SATURDAY • 26 Democratic Presidential Caucus: Islanders will help select the Democratic Presidential nominee. 10 a.m. at the Open Space for Arts & Community. Attendees should arrive early. (See story, page 1.) VIFR Volunteer Opportunities/ Public Information Session: All those interested in volunteering with Vashon Island Fire & Rescue are invited to this meeting. Representatives from the department will be on hand to give a presentation, as well as offer detailed information about volunteering as an emergency medical technician (EMT), firefighter/EMT, firefighter only and fire support. To be eligible, participants must be at least 18, a high school graduate (or equivalent) and have a clean driving record. For more information, contact Lizzy Ryden at 707-4589 or email her at rcopland@vifr.org. 10 a.m. to noon at Station 55 on Bank Road.
TUESDAY • 29 AARP Tax Help: Trained AARP Foundation volunteers will be available to offer free, individualized tax preparation assistance on a drop-in basis. There is no income limit. Documents needed are a photo ID, social security number documentation, last year’s tax return and any current tax documents. No registration required. 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Vashon Library. Rocky Horror Picture Show Fundraiser: The 1975 cult classic will be shown as a benefit for Rj’s Kids’ Seed-to-Service program — a farm-to-table apprentice program designed for island millennials. There will be a costume contest and a raffle drawing for an Apple Watch. Admission is $10. 8 p.m. (doors open); 8:15 costume contest and raffle drawing; 8:30 p.m. film at the Vashon Theatre.
UPCOMING Hollywood and the Home Front: Former radio broadcaster and historian John Jensen will discuss how the entertainment industry was used by the War Department to build morale with U.S. troops overseas as well as on the home front during WWII. Jensen will play rare audio and video clips to show how industry moguls, movie stars, radio comedians and recording artists donated their services to the
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war effort. Jensen will also play an excerpt of a radio broadcast used by the War Department to demoralize enemy troops overseas. 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 30, at the Vashon Library. Have a Brew With the Crew: The Vashon Island Rowing Club (VIRC) will host a Guest Bartender Night to support fundraising efforts for new oars. The evening will feature a silent auction (for a full list of auction items, see vashoncrew.org) and raffle for two prizes: a magnum of Andrew Will’s 2013 Champoux Vineyard Bordeaux-blend wine and a private rowing lesson with VIRC coach Richard Parr. Ten percent of all drink sales will go to the club as well as funds collected via donation or “tip” jars. 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, March 31, at The Hardware Store. King Lear by ShakesKIDS!: For its ninth production, the group will perform King Lear, in which themes of generational divide, revenge, ambition, duty, ingratitude, hate, rejection, madness and fate are explored. Admission is free; attendees are asked to bring a pillow or chair to sit on. Reception to follow performance. 7 p.m. Friday, April 1, at SPOKE Gallery. Friends of the Library Book Sale: Thanks to generous community donations, there is a large and diverse collection of books for the spring sale. Titles from nearly every genre are available, as are the complete works of Steven King in hard cover. All proceeds from the sale go to supporting library programs for children, teens and adults. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 2, at the Vashon Library. (Donations of gently used books for the sale may be made at the library from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, April 1.)
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS Digital Safety 101 (For parents or Guardians): Jo Langford, master’s level therapist, author, father and sex educator for teens, tweens and parents, will talk about the three biggest issues that children face in the digital age: Sexting, cyber-bullying and porn. Langford will also walk participants through the five most important points to hit when designing proactive family guidelines and house rules around technology. 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, March 23, at Vashon High School. (See story, page 4.) Aladdin Jr (Musical Theater): Vashon Allied Arts (VAA) invites kids in grades four through 12 who are interested in musical theater to join this class and participate in a production of Aladdin Jr. Instructors Marita Ericksen and Sue Wiley will lead the group through its scheduled performances at the new Vashon Center for the Arts in June. The cost is $250 ($230 for VAA members) plus a $40 materials fee, and scholarships are available
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Vashon’s annual Spring Fling Egg Hunt & Celebration will take place on Saturday at Ober Park. The community is invited for family fun and activities including age-appropriate egg hunts, guess the number of jelly beans contest, pictures with the Vashon bunny and dancing to music from deejay Trent Sheppard. The festivities will run from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., with egg hunts starting at noon. For more information, see vashonchamber.com. (parents are invited to participate for free). There are parts for at least 20 students. To register, go to vashonalliedarts.org. 3:45 to 5:45 p.m. Wednesdays, starting March 23, and Mondays and Wednesdays, April 18 through June 15, at the Blue Heron. Yoga for Young Adults: Kathryn Payne, of Island Yoga Center, and Kelly Wright, of Vashon Natural Medicine, have collaborated to create this unique class for island teens. To be taught by Vivian Englehart, the program is designed for 13- to 18-year-olds and will focus on relaxation, body awareness, strength and mental focus. Classes cost $5 per session or $20 for a punch card of five classes, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays, beginning March 23, at Island Yoga Center. (See story, page 13.) Writing Your Life Story (Getting Started): Joan Tornow, PhD, will lead this class on memoir writing. Participants will learn strategies for how to get the words flowing. There will be opportunities to share and be inspired and energized by the group. To register, go to kcls.org or call the library at 463-2069. 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 23, at the Vashon Library. Vashon Beach Naturalist Training Program: This free, eight-session course (four evening classes and four field trips) will teach interested islanders all there is to know about Vashon beaches and their inhabitants. There is a suggested materials donation and a volunteer requirement upon completion of the course. For more information, contact Rayna Holtz at 463-3153 or raynaholtz@aol.
com. For course schedule and to register, see vashonnaturecenter. org/what-we-do/naturalist-training. The first class will take place from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 23, at the training center (Penny Farcy building) on Bank Road across from Station 55. Adult Mental Health First Aid: This free class is designed to teach attendees how to assist other adults who might be experiencing mental health-related crises. The course will cover risk factors and
warning signs for mental health and addiction concerns, as well as strategies for how to be effective in both crisis and non-crisis situations and resources for help. Participants will also learn about depression and mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, psychosis and substance use disorders, with an emphasis on recovery and resiliency. For more information and to register, see varsanetwork.org. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 26, at the Penny Farcy building.
VASHON THEATRE Deadpool: Ends March 24. Where to Invade Next (Michael Moore): March 25 through 31. Risen: March 25 through 28. The Lady in the Van: March 29 through 31. Rocky Horror Picture Show: March 29. Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice: Opens April 1. See vashontheatre.com for show times or call 463-3232.
PUBLIC MEETINGS Vashon School District: 7 p.m. Thursday, March 24, at Chautauqua Elementary School. Vashon Island Fire & Rescue: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 29, at Station 55. Changes to the new, Medic One paramedic program will be on the agenda.
FREE COMMUNITY MEALS Volunteers serve free meals seven days a week on Vashon. All people are welcome at the meals, which are served at 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the following locations. For more information about the meals program, contact Harmon Arroyo at 351-1441 or at luckyharmon2010@gmail.com. Monday Methodist church Thursday Presbyterian church Tuesday Presbyterian church Friday Lutheran church Wednesday Church of the Saturday Land Trust Building Holy Spirit Sunday Methodist church
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SCENE & HEARD: MEALS ON WHEELS Vashon’s Meals on Wheels volunteers recently honored Don and Karen Gwilym for more than a decade of dedicated service to the Meals on Wheels program and the Vashon community. Island residents for more than 20 years, the couple has been the heart of the Vashon Meals on Wheels program for 11 years, coordinating and accomplishing the delivery of an estimated 17,000 meals during their tenure as volunteers. “Don and Karen’s longtime dedication and commitment to Meals on Wheels and the homebound clients it serves each week is unprecedented,” Adam Porter, operations manager for Meals on Wheels King County, said recently, honoring the Gwilyms.
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Questions * Perspectives I’ve heard eating fermented foods will improve your microbiome, but I don’t like them. Can I just take a probiotic instead? It should help, if you eat plenty of fiber and produce to help the beneficial microbes grow. Taking a probiotic while eating junk food will have only a mild or temporary benefit since the beneficial microbes will get crowded out by the harmful ones. Fermented foods add greater diversity to your microbiome, because different types contribute a variety of strains and species. A small serving also provides a larger quantity of beneficial bacteria than a typical probiotic capsule. Fermented foods have been a part of every major culture; you might experiment Nancy Roehm with some different types or brands to find one or more you MAT, EFT-MR like (or at least find not-so-bad). You don’t need to eat gobs Integrative Nutrition of them; try just a teaspoon or two of a new fermented food, and then eat a bit more on subsequent days. A small amount once or twice a day will be helpful. Kombucha (in numerous brands and flavors) is becoming popular here. Others available locally include yogurt, kefir, kimchee, sauerkraut, and fermented carrots and pickles. Heat kills the microbes, so jars of sauerkraut or pickles on a shelf won’t have probiotic value. Look in the refrigerated section for those with probiotics, and see if you can eventually find a www.happyhealthyliving.net variety of fermented foods you enjoy.
“In 1921 the ferry VASHON ISLAND, built in Dockton, was added to the run. Captain Chance Wiman joined the King County ferryboat fleet as Master of the doubleended ferryboat VASHON ISLAND. He later commanded the ferry Washington operating on the Seattle – Vashon Heights – Harper route. At the end of 1921 Kitsap County Transportation Co. assumed control of the county ferry fleet on the Sound, retaining Capt. Wiman aboard the WASHINGTON. He served on that vessel until the company built the dieselpowered autoferry KITSAP, the first of the company’s ultra-modern fleet. Wiman was promoted to command the new vessel and stayed on her bridge until his retirement to his Vashon farm in 1928. “The WASHINGTON was transferred from downtown Marion Street (Seattle) to the Fauntleroy run. The KITSAP came next and could carry twice as many cars as the WASHINGTON. The WEST SEATTLE, purchased by the port of Seattle June 1913, was donated to King County in September 1919. By 1920, they leased to to the Kitsap Count Transportation Co. who used it as relief ferry on the Seattle – Vashon Heights run. It was not profitable and it became a barge for stowage of fishing nets.” The Heritage Museum with its climate-controlled community Archive, its 9000 item collection (photos, ephemera, objects, books, artifacts), its exhibits and education programs is at the heart of Vashon-Maury. Hours are from 1-4PM Wednesday – Sunday. The Vashon Schools exhibit opens April 1 at the Vashon HIGH SCHOOL Theatre. A program with historian Alan Stein on “Puget Sound Ferry History” will be at the Vashon Theatre April 10. Articles about Island history can be read during open hours, Wednesday-Sunday 1-4 PM. You’ll love browsing in the Research Room. This Feature Proudly Sponsored by: Tom and Dave - Vashon Pharmacy Norm - Vashon Thriftway • Earl - Island Home Center and Lumber
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FREE RANGE FOLK CHOIR: Guest artist and island musician Kat Eggleston will join the Free
Range Folk Choir for a concert at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 2, at the Vashon High School theater. The concert will feature several of Eggleston’s most beloved songs in honor of her father, performed with full choral accompaniment by the choir. It will be an evening of storytelling and song. Suggested donation is $5-10.
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Modern music recalls romance of 1940’s jazz Delilah Pearl and the Mantarays will return to the Red Bike at 8:30 p.m. Friday. The band captures the golden rhythm and romance of 1940’s vocal jazz and swing standards and then blends them with soul and a touch of R&B. Yet the band has a signature sound that comes from singer Delilah Pearl, Dodd Johnson on drums, Michael Whitmore on guitar, Tim Kehl on piano, Barry Cooper on trumpet and Toliver Goering on bass. Influenced by Peggy Lee, Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone and Lady Day, Pearl emulates classic sultry ballads with her smoky voice. The Mantarays deliver the standards freshened by their years playing in a variety of styles from jazz to indie rock, bossa nova to world and experimental music. The free cover show is open to all ages until 11 p.m., then only 21 and older.
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World-class slack key guitarist returns to Vashon By JULI GOETZ MORSER Arts Editor
Listening to slack key guitarist, singer and composer Makana just might be the most affordable way to experience Hawaii this winter. The world-class performer will return with the lush sounds of Hawaii for one night only to the Open Space for Arts & Community at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 31. This will be the fourth Vashon performance for the musician who has shared the stage with Jason Mraz and Jack Johnson, opened for the likes of Sting, Carlos Santana, Chris Issak and Elvis Costello and performed in Asian and European opera houses and The White House. Why, then, play a show on a small island in Puget Sound? “My friend (island musician) Loren Sinner turned me on to Vashon,” Makana explained in a recent phone interview. “He introduced me to the island, and the people on Vashon are very aware of my work.” Makana’s music is rooted in the traditional Hawaiian slack key style. Born and raised on Oahu, Makana began singing at age 7, playing the ukulele at age 9 and studying the ancient art of slack key at 11. He trained under island legends such as Bobby Moderow Jr. and the late Uncle Sonny Chillingworth. “Hawaiian slack key is a style like flamenco or the blues,” Makana said, “and is best described by tuning and playing. I use almost 100 tunings to create sonic environments, so it can sound like the guitar is from somewhere else — Indonesia or China (for example). The technique is to use a bass rhythm or line, then throw in strums while playing the lead so there’s an illusion of playing three guitars.” The style, Makana said, originated in the early 1800s when cowboys — and their guitars — were brought to the islands to handle a problem with cattle. Four cattle and a bull had been given, as a gift, to King Kamehameha in the 1700s, but after the king made them kapu or sacred, the cattle overran the islands, eating up the grass that natives used to build houses. “Late at night, the Hawaiians sat by the
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Makana campfires with the Mexican cowboys and their guitars,” Makana said. “The Hawaiians are fast learners and innovative. They built upon what was already there that reflected the environmental vibe of Hawaii, which they translated on to the guitar using the slack key technique. Today, I’ll go hiking under a waterfall and then translate that through my guitar — the energy of that environment.” Makana both perpetuates and works to evolve the traditional Hawaiian sound, infusing it with elements of bluegrass, rock, blues and raga. The fusion of styles has developed into what Makana calls slack rock. “I believe tradition is a living entity,” Makana said. “Every generation has the responsibility of bringing the new. Slack rock
is a hybrid. Leo Kottke, Mark Knopfler, Jimmy Page — these are guitar players outside the Hawaiian genre, and I’ve folded them into what I do.” Many know Makana for his work on the Grammy-nominated sound track for the Academy Award-winning film “The Descendants.” Others know Makana’s music as an agent for social change. In 2011, Makana’s song “We are the Many,” about the Occupy movement, went viral on YouTube and was dubbed the Occupy Anthem by Rolling Stone Magazine. His latest song, “Fire is Ours,” written in support of Bernie Sanders, received 25,000 views in 24 hours on YouTube. “‘Fire is Ours’ is a strong critique of mainstream news media,” Makana said. “My disgust inspired the song, which also goes into the election and candidacy. I’m an activist, and I like to do things that are relevant and offer expanded viewpoints to people.” Makana said he often makes up his shows on the spot, which is somewhat problematic when people ask for a recording of what they heard. For this tour, Makana made a special recording. “I have some of my classics mixed with some very deep transcendental Hawaiian music. It’s about elders and then just me and my guitar. It is the show I will be doing (at Open Space), and the CD will be available at the show — not online or even in Hawaii.” And Makana’s name for the CD? “It’s called, ‘Music You Heard Tonight.’” A VIP reception will precede the concert. VIP tickets will include a chance to meet Makana, receive a photo with him, an autographed CD, Hawaiian pupu appetizers and more. The VIP reception will begin at 5:30 p.m. General admission tickets are $18 in advance and $24 at the door. Reserved seats are $30, and VIP packages are $75. Tickets are sold at Vashon Bookshop and at makana.brownpapertickets.com. Reserved and VIP tickets are available online only. Event planners advise purchasing tickets in advance as previous shows have sold out.
Curator marks transition from old to new By JULI GOETZ MORSER Arts Editor
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Janice Mallman hangs the final show at the Blue Heron.
Friday, March 4, will live on for Janice Mallman as one of life’s peak moments. After 29 years of working for Vashon Allied Arts — 16 years as gallery curator — Mallman presided over her final art opening in the Blue Heron before moving into the new Vashon Center for the Arts (VCA) gallery with an inaugural exhibit in May. It was while hanging the March show — Terry Donnelly’s photographs of Cuba and David Traylor’s ceramics — that Mallman recognized the evening as a rite of passage. “I did the math,” she said. “It’s been 193 gallery openings. I felt so emotional remembering the ritual of each opening — gathering the food, the band, the gallery, making sales, cleaning up and going home around 10:30 p.m. — and this would be the last (in the Blue Heron). I needed to honor that. I don’t usually talk in public, but I felt I needed to make a speech.” Mallman followed her instinct, addressing those present in the gallery halfway through the evening with memories and reflections that she said came straight from the heart. “I feel like a part of me is in the walls as I’ve spent so much of my adult life here,” she said. “My daughter grew up here, surrounded by the arts, with a mom in the arts. She
was in countless plays and modern dance and started her own art collection at age 10.” As her daughter matured, so did the artwork of many Vashon artists, something Mallman deeply appreciates. “It’s been an incredible opportunity to work with the artists, to watch them grow and develop,” she said. In her speech, Mallman gave voice to that fact that the building became home to much more than art. “If these walls could talk, they would tell stories of wonderful friendships, growth of the arts on Vashon, connections between people of our community,” she said. “I’ve gone through births, deaths, marriages, and now I am a grandmother in this building. My spirit is in the walls, and I am so grateful.” Still, Mallman, who began working with VAA when it was housed in what is now the Heritage Museum, is looking forward to what’s next. With applause from the crowd along with a few tears, Mallman closed her speech by saying that as much as she has fond memories of the Blue Heron, she is excited about the move to the new gallery. “It will be twice as big and really inviting. We are leaving this building, but I’d like to invite everyone to create new memories together as we see great art and watch amazing performances in VCA. We are blessed to live on such an amazing island that really supports the arts.”
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A Vashon moment: the show must go on By JULI GOETZ MORSER Arts Editor
The show must go on. And on it went despite a widespread power outages on Sunday, March 13, the date of the final performance of “Original Works,” performed by Vashon Allied Arts Center for Dance. Showbiz or not, what happened that afternoon was truly a Vashon moment. “The power went out around noon, when I was just getting there,” said Director of Dance Christine Juarez. “I thought no one would show up, but everyone came. The high school was mostly dark; there are only emergency lights on a two-hour battery, but we decided to move forward as if the show would go on.” Concessions opened early, and an announcement was made that the curtain would be held for 45 minutes. Juarez told the audience they could receive a refund or donate the cost of their ticket, but the majority simply stayed in the theater. Meanwhile, as the windstorm howled outside, a brainstorm gathered inside with Dave Wilke, Vashon School District director of facilities and father of dancer Amelia Wilke; Stan Voynick, volunteer technical director for the show; and Juarez. “The school district had ordered about 35 LED lanterns after an outage last year,” Wilke said, “and they came into Ace Hardware on Friday (two days earlier). They were sitting in crates at Ace, so we got those. The district has a small generator, so we
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“Original Works” dancers perform despite a power outage. used it to power Stan’s sound boards and speakers.” As parents stepped in to unpack and ring the stage with the lanterns, senior dancers talked to the audience about their choreographic process and their individual pieces. “It was a spontaneous Q & A, which didn’t happen with the other shows,” Juarez said. “It gave the audience more perspective. It was a bonding experience all together.” Wilke agreed, saying everyone jumped in to make it happen as quickly as possible.
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“It was a cool coming together of different components,’ he said. The curtain went up at 3:45 p.m., and Juarez said it turned out to be a wonderful opportunity to see the dances without full lighting. “The pieces centered on body shapes and lines and dynamics, all silhouetted against a big white backdrop,” Juarez said. Was it a Vashon moment? “Absolutely,” Juarez added with an infectious laugh. “It was a special experience. It ended up great.”
Imagine you are a volunteer at Granny’s Attic and your job is to sort through the large amount of donated artwork. You come across an Art Hansen print or a Fay Jones original. How do you set a price that honors the artist while respecting the nature of a thrift shop? Granny’s volunteer Jean Ameluxen recently arrived at a solution: Set aside an area dedicated to exhibiting the art, and with the help of local experts, set a fair price. “I’d like to get something for the art that approaches halfvalue. The community needs the money, and the artists need to be recognized,” Amuluxen said. She said Granny’s really cares about island artists and does not want the “wonderful artists to feel put down by the price of their art at Granny’s. Because we are a thrift shop, not a gallery, we function differently.” The other issue Ameluxen and art section manager Ginny Hansen ponder is how to price renowned art. They recently had a painting by Northwest School artist Fay Chong — valued at $800 to $1,000 —come through. “How do we let people know we have this kind of art?” Ameluxen said. Her hope is the new section will highlight the artwork, support the local artists and put a fair value on all the art.
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Beginning this week, Island Yoga Center will offer Yoga for Young Adults, open to anyone between the ages of 13 and 18. The class will include yoga poses that build strength and tone the body, gentle stretches, breathing techniques for stress and anxiety and some time spent on meditation and focusing. The teacher, who Island Yoga Center owner Kathryn Payne selected to teach the class, is a woman in her early 20s who began practicing yoga as a teen herself, Vivian Englehart. Payne said the course sprang from a conversation she had with naturopathic physician Kelly Wright about teens and some of the stresses they face. Wright is sponsoring the class, allowing Payne to offer it at a discounted rate. “We want to give young people the opportunity to have the same kind of wonderful experience with selfhealing that adults have,” Payne said. Noting that young people face a variety of stress-
Vivian Englehart will teach Yoga for Young Adults. inducing demands, Payne said that yoga can be particularly helpful to physical and emotional health because of its calming effect on minds and bodies. The human body contains two nervous systems, the sympathetic and parasympathetic. Young people often operate in the sympathetic system, which governs the “fight or flight” stress response, Payne noted. Conversely, the parasympathetic nervous system calms the body and mind. “Scientifically, we know something about yoga; it activates the parasympathetic nervous system,”
Payne said. When this state is activated, teens will “look you in the eye,” she added, and be in a warm, relaxed state. Yoga has this effect in part because of its focus on breathing and partly because it centers people in their physical selves. “Most people forget all about their bodies,” Payne said. “As soon as we come down in our bodies, we feel the ground; we feel connected to other beings. We start to relax.” Yoga can also move people to a self-reflective place. “Some kids are looking for a spiritual touchstone. Maybe yoga will be the place they can explore that side of themselves,” she said. All those interested in the class can simply show up from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Payne said. There is no need to register, and the session will be ongoing after it begins today, with drop-in students welcome at any time. The cost is $5, or $20 for a five-class pass. For more information, see the website islandyogacenter.com. — Susan Riemer
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Hilary Emmer, one of Vashon’s most celebrated activists, received the firstever Martin Luther King Medal of Distinguished Service from King County Councilmember Joe McDermott Monday for her years of work on behalf of low-income people. During a ceremony in the council chambers of the King County Courthouse, McDermott noted her free tax preparation work, the dental van she brought to the island and the months she spent helping people enroll in the Affordable Care Act — all examples, he said, of the kind of service King stood for. “We’d be here for days if I told you about everything she’s done for Vashon,” McDermott said before placing a bronze medal around her neck. About a dozen people from Vashon looked on and applauded. Each of the nine councilmembers awarded a medal to one constituent in his or her district, the first time such an award has been issued. McDermott said he chose Emmer because he’s deeply impressed by her tenacity on behalf of low-income islanders. “She makes me do a better job,” he said, smiling.
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King County Councilmember Joe McDermott honors Hilary Emmer for her volunteer work. Emmer, in remarks to the crowded chamber, said she has been motivated to help those less fortunate because of the island’s famous motto, “Keep Vashon weird.” “To me,” she said, “that means all people belong on Vashon, including poor people.” And it makes her happy, she added, “to see these people walking down the street, smiling and with their dignity.”
After the ceremony — which honored several people who have spent years helping homeless or lowincome people — Emmer and her dozen supporters headed off to a downtown restaurant. The medal around her neck bore a likeness of MLK and said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” — Leslie Brown
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LACROSSE: Both high school-level boys’ and girls’ teams have gotten off to a strong start this season. For the Vultures, the boys defeated Bellarmine Prep 10-7 last Tuesday and South Kitsap 18-3 on Saturday. For the Valkyries, on March 14, the girls defeated Lake Sammamish, 7-3, and on Sunday at Marymoor Park, the team defeated Olympia, 10-2, and South Kitsap, 8-0. WWW.VASHONBEACHCOMBER.COM
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Amid rain, Pirate baseball teams get first games of the season in By CHERYL PRUETT For The Beachcomber
Varsity gets one game in After another week of inclement weather, the Vashon Pirate baseball team managed to get one game in. It was a close, nailbiting affair on the home field Friday, March 18, against Cascade Christian. Vashon won the contest by a slim 1-0 final score behind the strong pitching of senior Logan Hawkins and junior Ashton Dulfer. The Pirates’ lone run was artfully manufactured in the bottom of the first inning when senior Sam Schoenberg got a leadoff hit, stole second, took third on a sacrifice hit and came home on a sacrifice fly by Hawkins. The Pirate offense was limited to two hits for Schoenberg, two for Dulfer and one for Hawkins as they faced Cascade’s ace Tyler Fox. The hits were scattered and isolated, and the rest of the lineup put the ball in play throughout the game, but couldn’t advance a runner past second. Vashon returned the favor with exceptional pitching. Hawkins worked the first four innings, walking two, striking out five and allowing only two hits. Dulfer came to the bump in the fifth. He allowed one walk, no hits and struck
out two. Cascade threatened late in the game and managed to get a runner to third, but they were quickly shut down by some great Pirate defense and two nifty double plays on the day. After three weeks of practice and no pre-season games, head coach Steve Hall was happy to get the first game in and under their belts. “It was a great win over a well-coached and tough Cascade Christian team. Tyler Fox is as tough a pitcher as we’ll face in our league. Although we only had four hits off him, we battled and made a lot of contact against him. The boys looked very poised and confident. Hawkins and Dulfer were dealing on the mound, and defensively we were very impressive. It’s a long season, and it was a great way to start,” he said. The team’s games set for Monday, March 21 at Seattle Christian were postponed due to rain. The team is set to play today, March 23, at Charles Wright Academy. Home action will take place this Saturday against Bellevue Christian at 1 p.m. Pirates JV rolls through first two games The Pirates junior varsity team got two games
in last week. Exceptional pitching that struck out 37 and allowed only three runs over two games crushed competition from Seattle Lutheran and Darrington. Freshman Ary Dulfer and sophomore Andreas Stark threw a combined no-hitter to lead the JV Pirates to an 18-0 win over the Seattle Lutheran Saints. Dulfer got the start and earned the win with nine strikeouts while allowing only two base runners over four shutout innings. Stark struck out the side to close out the game in the fifth. Sam Knight led the offense going 3-3 with three RBIs. Friday, March 18, at Darrington, the pitching dominance continued. Sophomore Armando Oatman threw two shutout innings to start the game. Stark took over in the third and scattered three runs and 10 strikeouts over his four innings. Freshman Will Gard closed out the game by striking out the side in the bottom of the seventh. Vashon had nine two-out hits that paced them to the 9-3 win. The JV team travels to Charles Wright today, March 23, and will go to Seattle Christian on Friday, March 25. — Cheryl Pruett is the mother of two VHS athletes.
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Vashon crews say goodbye to winter at Green Lake Spring Regatta Vashon boats take first in five of 16 events By PAT CALL
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eattle Parks and Recreation’s Green Lake Crew hosted its 54th annual Spring Regatta on Saturday. The earliest major regatta in the Northwest has been a problematic affair the past few years with high winds, sleet, driving rain and even snow causing the 1,000-meter race course to be shortened and races canceled. Mild, calm conditions caused both masters and junior rowers to look at each other in disbelief Saturday, and although the recent challenges have caused some local crews to pass on this event, those who did attend this year enjoyed great rowing conditions.
Overall for the day, Vashon entered 19 shells in 16 events, placing first five times and medaling in 84 percent of the races. Additionally, two junior women’s eights participated in an unusual race format where two boats would race the 1,000meter course, spin, return to the starting line and race another 1,000-meters against a different competitor. Each boat completed four races, and the winner was determined by the lowest cumulative time differential, where the winning boat in each individual race received zero seconds. Since the eight category is not Vashon’s forte (this event is where the bigger clubs excel), the junior women did not win, but they were applauded by coach Richard Parr for their “incredible effort” and had to work hard not to trip on their tongues for the rest of the day. Vashon entered three masters’ events with the men’s quad (Bruce Morser, Bob McMahon, Sam Williams and Fred Sayer) STORY CONTINUES, NEXT PAGE
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taking home a gold. This race was Sam Williams’ first, and he is contemplating retiring now undefeated. After the masters completed their early morning events, it was time for the juniors to take to the lake. The juniors won four races with results improving as the afternoon wore on. Three women’s boats: the open quad (Katrina Heffernan, Caprial Turner, Virginia Miller, Mei Lee Vandervelde and Ellie Landy—coxswain), the under-16 four (Maya Gould, Lelah Assink, Rhiannon Simmonds, Tabitha Illerbrunn and Landy — coxswain) and the open four (Riley Lynch, Rhea Enzian, Katherine Kelly, Emily Milbrath and Josie Slade — coxswain) brought home gold medals. On the junior men’s side the open quad (Patrick Hanson, Connor van Egmond, Fletcher Call, Forrest Miller and Kale Scheer — cox) finished the day’s rowing with an open water win. However, it was probably the junior men’s
lightweight four rowing in an open division that best captured the spirit of the day. This crew (Cole Puckett, Cooper Py, Josh Davis, David Nguyen and Hayden Rosen — cox) was up against much larger crews and showed incredible grit as they battled to a third-place finish less than one second out of first and turning in the second fastest time for Vashon on the day. Coach Parr congratulated the teams on a great day of rowing. “We picked up momentum throughout the day, and we can build on that. There are still many refinements that we will work on to gain boat speed as we progress through the spring season,” he said. Next Saturday, Vashon will host Lakeside for a Saturday scrimmage from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Jensen Point. Anyone interested in seeing what rowing is all about is welcome to attend. — Pat Call is the father of a junior rower.
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Boys’ soccer begins season with victories By GREG MARTIN For The Beachcomber
The Vashon High School soccer team opened up the season last Tuesday with a lopsided 9-0 win against an outmatched, outpaced, outplayed Eatonville side. The game was essentially over at halftime, but despite pulling back and playing a possession game at that point, the team continued to see shot opportunities rise up until the final whistle. Goals were by seniors Gabe Reoux, 4; Anthony Gateman, 2; Bohdin Mozeleski, 1; Bernard Cowen, 1, and sophomore Alden HindenStevenson, 1. On Thursday the soccer team had to face King’s High School at the home field. Last year VHS suffered a painful and lopsided defeat after an early red card left the team playing one man down the entire match. This year despite King’s being a strong favorite to win, on a small, bumpy VHS grass field, the Pirates came out defending hard and winning balls in the middle. Both teams played an open style, with plenty of chances at either end. Reoux finally broke through and scored a header off a corner kick in the 20th min-
ute. This author (who does have Junior Ben Gass played a beautiful referee credentials) must say that the ball out of the midfield just over the refereeing allowed for a very open top of the King’s back line, and Zane style of play. Little Bork timed his run was called by way of to hit that line at full The game was fouls. However, there speed just as the ball essentially over at were two critical calls. passed over. Going Senior keeper Brett halftime, but despite one-on-one with the Beardsley was on his goalie, he was taken pulling back and best form and made playing a possession down from behind a series of extremely at the top of the box. brave tackles. The game at that point, The penalty kick was momentum definitely the team continued to awarded, and seniors had turned to King’s Reoux and Mozeleski see shot opportunities favor. In one case, he about who dove to stop the shot, rise up until the final talked would take it. Captain the ball bounced loose, whistle. Gateman had just sufand he gathered it but fered a significant leg was then stepped on by the opposing player, and the ball cramp (his reward for his massive was kicked into the goal. However, efforts over the course of the game), the referee determined that the keep- so was not in the mix. Mozeleski stepped up and coolly er had been fouled, and no goal was awarded. There was little argument nailed it down the middle while his from the King’s side. With 10 min- body language said left and the goalutes to go, King’s evened the game, ie dove that way. The Pirates closed with a little bit of luck, an ill-timed the game out, winning 2-1. tackle and some speed down the left The varsity boys have a 6 p.m. flank. home game against Seattle Christian With time running out for a win, on Thursday. the Pirates made several incisive runs and had at least three pretty — Greg Martin is the father of a Pirate soccer player. good opportunities go high or wide.
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Girls’ tennis season gets underway with wins over Cascade, Kings By PAT MULVIHILL For The Beachcomber
The girls’ tennis season at Vashon High School got underway on March 1. With several returning players and a large turnout, the team looks good for the new season. After two weeks of spotty weather limiting practices, match play finally got underway last week with two home matches. Fortunately, both match days were blessed with beautiful sunshine, which helped compensate for a rainy start to the season. Despite limited practices, the girls’ team got off to a great start against Cascade Christian on Wednesday. This was not only the team’s first match, but a league match as well. The Pirates swept every match. Number one singles player Taryn Mulvihill, and number two singles player Lizzie
Maciejewski, both took wins to open the match. Number two doubles Hannah Nelson and Beka Lematua, rolled through their match in straight sets, as did number three doubles Tobin Vaughan and Emme Osborne. Number one doubles Emmaline Wittwer and Sierra Richter, had the toughest match, splitting the first two sets but coming through with their best play while winning in a third set tiebreaker. The junior varsity team also looked great winning all their doubles matches. On Friday, the Pirates played King’s High School. This was a much tougher matchup. All the matches, varsity and JV, were even. In the end, the Pirates were able to earn a hard-fought 3-2 victory. The Pirates won both singles matches; Mulvihill pulled out a long, hard three- set match, and Maciejewski took a tough two-setter. Number one doubles Wittwer and Richter, and number three doubles Vaughan and Osborne, lost close
matches. Fortunately, number two doubles Hannah Nelson and Yulia Fiala, were able to win their match and the Pirates went on to win overall. The JV matches were also quite close, but King’s won the majority of those matches. Both matches were well-attended and well-played, especially considering the lack of practice time. It was a nice week for the Pirates, getting off to 2-0 start. This week, the team travelled to Charles Wright on Tuesday after press time and will take on South Kitsap on Wednesday. Both teams are expected to be quite strong and should test the Pirates. The following week, the Pirates will have home matches with Bush on Wednesday, March 30, and Lincoln on Friday, April 1. — Pat Mulvihill is the head coach of the VHS girls’ tennis team.
VHS softball starts season with frigid, shortened game in Bothell Game ends in fourth inning due to chilly temperatures By JACKIE MERRILL For The Beachcomber
On Monday, March 14, the Vashon High School softball team arrived at Cedar Park Christian to play in one of the coldest games in its history. The Pirates were up to bat first and managed to hit through their batting order and score five runs. Freshman Mia Knight hit a triple in her high school debut before Cedar Park got up to bat and brought their first
four batters around. On the mound, Knight’s pitches were recognized and Vashon came out of the first inning with two strikeouts. In the second inning, junior Makenna McVey scored to bring Vashon to 6. Cedar Park battled back bringing two runs to tie the score in the third inning. At the top of the fourth, Vashon snuck two more around on passed balls at the plate, at which time the umpire called the game due to the cold and safety concerns. The pitcher could not get control of her release due to the frigid temperature, so the game ended, reverting to the final score in the third inning, making it a 6-6 tie. This was a non-league game for Vashon
and won’t be replayed. On Friday, March 18, the team traveled to Darrington to play a non-league game against the Loggers. It was a beautiful day with a snow-capped White Horse Mountain beyond the outfield. It took three innings for Vashon to come alive, and Darrington managed two runs in the first inning due to Pirate jitters. The Loggers scored two more in the third, and then the Pirates put an end to it. Vashon scored four in the fourth inning, nine in the fifth inning, and four in the sixth inning. The big bat award goes to McVey for hitting a home run out of the park and bringing in three runs. Knight was the starting pitcher and
had success at the mound, striking out three batters. The finisher, freshman Chloe Kuyper, made her debut in the fifth inning, striking out one. All in all, it was a fantastic game with a final score 17 to 4 Vashon. The girls were scheduled to play on Monday, but the game was cancelled due to rain. The teams’ next matches are today, Wednesday, at 4 p.m. at Bellevue’s Forest Ridge High School; Thursday at 4 p.m. at Rainier High School and Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Vashon home opener against Bellevue Christian. — Jackie Merrill is head coach of the Vashon High School softball team.
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Each March, fourth- through eighth-grade students from the Harbor School participate in Voyagers Week and select the trip they wish to go on from a variety of experiences. This year, the group of 13 that chose to travel to Washington D.C. was treated to a tour of the White House, meet and greet with Senator Patty Murray and a rare and special treat — meeting the Obamas’ dogs, Bo and Sunny. Pictured: Left: Students react to the Secret Service telling them they will meet the dogs. Right: Isabelle Spence hugs Bo during a trip to the White House.
Places of Worship on our Island All-Merciful Saviour Orthodox Monastery
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Following the opening remarks at 10 a.m., voters will break into groups, according to Vashon’s 19 precincts. Most of the precincts already have captains, but those that do not will elect them, and the first presidential nominee vote tally will be announced. Time for discussion will be provided at this point, and those supporting each of the candidates may make a pitch for their choice of candidate, hoping to influence other voters. Twisdale stressed the importance of respect throughout the event, including during this time. “Our number one goal: This is a civil event,” she said. “The goal is that people will be … happy they came and feel respected for their thoughts regardless of if they are undecided or which candidate they prefer.”
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Following the conversation period, a second vote will be taken, which will determine the outcome and delegation allocation. Those who attend will also choose delegates for the upcoming legislative district caucuses and county conventions. After this work is completed, members of each precinct will be free to leave. While the Democratic caucus is part of a long-standing political tradition, on Vashon that day a tradition of a different kind is also taking place: the Easter egg hunt and festivities at Ober Park. Twisdale said she is hoping people will be out before the egg hunt begins at noon. She noted that it is important to find a balance between allowing people to speak up for their candidates and keeping in mind that many people may also hope to head to Ober Park. But in order to have their votes counted, Twisdale added, people cannot leave early. Looking ahead to Washington’s caucuses, representatives from both the Sanders and Clinton campaigns are encouraging participation.
ART DIDRICKSE N Arthur Norman Didricksen, age 87, passed from this life on March 16, 2016, from complications of Alzheimer’s Disease at Vashon Community Care. Art was born January 20, 1929, to Nils and Anna (Mork) Didricksen. His parents were hard-working Norwegians, and Art learned to work hard at an early age from his parents’ examples. The Didricksen family were founding members of the Bethel Free Evangelical Church, as were many of Vashon’s Norwegian immigrants. Art attended island schools through the eighth grade. His father Nils became disabled by injuries sustained from a fall and later died, so Art went to work to help support his family. At age 21, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, and he served his country in Korea, earning four bronze stars and a Korean Service medal. When he came home from the war he got a job as a Flight Test Mechanic at Boeing. He married Rosemary Ofdenkamp on July 18, 1954, and together they raised four sons here on Vashon. Art served his community as a volunteer fire fighter for almost ten years, and also coached Pony League baseball. He was a member of the American Legion, and Bethel Free Evangelical Church. He especially enjoyed the Friday coffee club at Sporty’s after retiring from Boeing. Art leaves his wife of 61 years, Rosemary, and his sons Norman (Betty), James (Sandra), Duane ( Julie), and Dennis (Annie), and eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, his brother Ken (Aline), and twin sisters Doris and Dorothy, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Dan and his great-granddaughter Evelyn. The family wishes to thank the staff at VCC for the loving care they gave to Art, and also his family, donations in Art’s name can be made to Vashon Community Care center 15333 Vashon Highway SW Vashon, WA. 98070 Art was deeply loved by his family and friends, and will be greatly missed. Services will be held at Bethel Evangelical Church (14736 Bethel Lane SW) on Friday, March 25th at 1:00 PM, with interment following at Vashon Cemetery. Please visit our online guest book at www.islandfuneral.com.
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In an interview last week, Dulce Saenz, the state director of the Sanders campaign, praised the caucus process and noted that for Sanders, this weekend’s event will be important. “Places like Washington are places that will help us improve our delegate count,” she said, adding that Sanders is not “insurmountably” behind Clinton. “We feel confident in the upcoming states,” she added. She noted that Sanders’ positions on several issues align with those of Washington residents, including supporting a $15 minimum wage and taking a strong stance on climate change. Sanders made three public appearances in Washington on Sunday to overflow crowds, including in Seattle, where he filled the Key Arena, and an additional 5,000 people listened to him outside. Last week, Clinton campaign spokeswoman Stephanie Formas noted in an email to The Beachcomber that the Washington caucus will be competitive and said they are fighting for every vote in the state. “Headed into the March 26th caucus, our volunteers and supporters are knocking on doors and hitting the phones to share with friends, family and neighbors Hillary Clinton’s plans to raise the minimum wage,
protect women’s access to health care and stand with Washington’s small businesses and workers,” Formas stated. Hillary, Bill and Chelsea Clinton were all expected to campaign in Washington this week, with all of the events slated for after press time. According to The Seattle Times, out of Washington’s 101 delegates that can be awarded, 67 will be apportioned according to Saturday’s caucus results. The other 34 delegates will be awarded based on congressional district results. The Times also noted Washington has 17 Democratic superdelegates, nine of whom have pledged to support Clinton. The eight others have said they will not pledge their support to a candidate until after the state’s caucuses. For her part, Twisdale is encouraging Vashon residents to turn out in high numbers on Saturday. “We would love everyone on this island to show up. It would be awesome,” she said. The Washington State Democratic Presidential Caucus will meet at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Open Space for Arts & Community, 18870 103rd Ave. SW. Doors will open at 9 a.m., and early arrival is recommended, as is online pre-registration at demcaucus.com/register.
Carl D. Winge Sr. OCTOBER 16, 1924
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Carl Dunstan Winge, 91, died Saturday, March 12, 2016.
Carl was born October 16, 1924, in Seattle to Dorothy Louise Dunstan and Carl Bernhard Winge. At West Seattle High School he met Beverly Anderson, his future wife of 70 years. Carl was an infantryman during WWII and fought in central Europe. When the war ended, he returned to marry Beverly. After graduating from the University of Washington in business and economics, he went to Austria with Beverly, where he served as a budget and fiscal officer with the US Army Quartermaster Corps during the Berlin Airlift. Upon returning home from Austria in 1950, he moved to Vashon Island where he and Beverly raised four children on a property now owned by the Vashon Park District and known as Wingehaven Park.
Carl worked at Olson and Winge Marine Works during high school. After WWII he had a career in labor relations and personnel in the shipbuilding and timber industries, and then became engaged in the exciting early days of Cable TV. Carl was a founding member of the Vashon Unitarian Fellowship, an early president of the Vashon Chamber of Commerce, active in youth activities on Vashon and a board member of the Vashon Community Care Center. After retiring, Carl and Beverly spent ten years raising avocados on the Big Island of Hawaii and another ten years living in Mexico. Since 2006 they have enjoyed living at The Kenney retirement community in West Seattle. Carl was well known for his engaging smile, persistent curiosity and many diverse interests. Carl is survived by his wife Beverly, children Carl (wife Kathy), Christina, Eric (wife Bev), and Dana, 12 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Memorial service will be held at The Kenney, 7125 Fauntleroy Way SW, Seattle, WA 98136 on Saturday, March 26 at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be sent to The Kenney Foundation at The Kenney.
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SALMON CONTINUED FROM 1
Center’s Salmonwatcher program reported nearly 280 salmon in the island’s streams between September and October 2015. The numbers came after a 2014 season with 218 fish counted and a 2013 with only 60 counted. However, while overall numbers were up in 2015, coho numbers were down from 2014, as last year saw 85 coho in comparison to 2014’s 94. But the most obvious difference between 2014 and 2015 is that the number of chum salmon was way up in 2015. Vashon Nature Center statistics report 35 chum salmon were counted in 2014, and nearly 200 were counted in 2015. Nature center Salmonwatcher coordinator Kelly Keenan said that the difference was significant and likely has to do with the fact that coho go out into the ocean and usually stay for three years before returning to streams to spawn. Chum hang out around streams and are also less “choosy” when it comes to spawning than coho are. These differences in life cycle could explain why the numbers were what they were last year, she said. “My numbers totally flipped with coho and chum. I usually see a lot more coho, but last year the coho numbers were down so much,” Keenan said. “A lot of
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coho we did see were very small, and they been in a good ‘up’ cycle of good things, were returning early. One of the theories but it appears we’re now heading into is that they had gone out to the ocean and a trough and that will affect (salmon) it was not working well; there was not returns.” enough nutritious food, so they returned The warmer oceans mean that upwellto the streams and creeks to give it a try ings of cold, nutrient-rich water don’t back here.” happen. She believes “the blob” of warm ocean “It’s like eating junk food,” WDFW’s water that has been sitting off the coast Tony Atkins said of the food that salmon is to blame for the eat in warm waters. “We coho decrease. But, she had a double wham“Freshwater habitats are my last year with the said, water salinity and one of the most important, drought. There is no warmer ocean waters across the board could if not the most important, normal anymore with climate change. Caution also be factors, as the factor in salmon returns.” is the word.” two have also played Aaron Dufault, WDFW’s Pink, Chum into the recent sea star Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Pink, and Sockeye Salmon die-off. Chum and Sockeye Salmon Specialist Specia l ist Aa ron “Salmon and sea stars Dufault said that last are indicator species year’s Puget Sound coho and if they are not doing returns were all below well, then that means the ocean is not doing well,” Keenan said. 75 percent of the normal benchmarks. “The blob” and its effect on wildlife The extremely low numbers and the poswas a common thread that officials in sibility of closing fishing in the ocean numerous fields brought up when dis- could affect the fishing season in Puget cussing salmon. Sound. Joseph Bogaard, islander and execu“It is still early in the process, but, tive director of the Seattle-based coali- in all likelihood, there will probably be tion Save Our Wild Salmon, seconded reduced fisheries all over,” Dufault said. Keenan’s observations that last year’s fish WDFW officials and local tribes will were small, underfed and carrying fewer continue meeting through April before eggs. The reason he cited for the recent setting final salmon fishing seasons. downturn? Warming ocean waters due to With ocean conditions as they are, El Nino and the infamous “blob.” both Dufault and Keenan stressed the “Ocean conditions off the coast go importance of preserving and restoring through phases,” Bogaard said. “We’ve freshwater habitats, as they are easier to
Ruth P. English JULY 26, 1926 • MARCH 19, 2016
Ruth P. English was born in Seattle, WA. She attended Highline High School and the University of Washington eventually earning her Masters in Education from UC Hayward. She was a proud member of Delta Zeta sorority, Camp Fire Girls and Eastern Star. Ruth married Royal W. English (3/21/26 – 2/5/2010) in 1946, a 64 year marriage, and enjoyed their children Kathleen (Kitty) English, Wayne English and daughter-in-law-Peggy English. Together they took the family on great adventures, kayaking down the Colorado River, skiing in the Alps and many driving trips while living in Germany and Turkey. She always encouraged her Wayne and Kitty to do their best and be their best. Wayne took over Royal Clockwork when Royal retired and Kitty retired as a teacher of Special Education from Vashon High School. Ruth retired from teaching Special Education in 1996, and moved to the island full time in 1996 to live in their dream home on beautiful Luana Beach. While in retirement, she substituted for teachers in Vashon’s middle and high school. Ruth spent her summers on Vashon Island at the family cabin surrounded by aunts, uncles and cousins. She enjoyed attending Camp Sealth, earning the money for her first sleeping bag by picking currents on the island. She was a dishwasher, counselor and bugler while at camp. She learned to canoe at camp which lead to many trips to the Boundary Waters with her life long friends years later. Ruth enjoyed being with family and summers on the bulkhead with them brought her great joy. Her days were spent cuddling her dogs and watching the tide. She also enjoyed playing her French Horn and was a member of several concert bands over the years. Ruth is preceded in death by her father, Ivan Phillips, her mother, Eloise Phillips, her sisters June Rote and Gwen Jacobus and her brother-in-law, Willis Jacobus. A celebration of Ruth’s life will take place in the summer sun on the beach she loved. Memorials may be shared with Seattle CampFire, or Point Robinson Lighthouse Keepers Association. Please visit our online guest book at www.islandfuneral.com.
control than ocean conditions. “Freshwater habitats are one of the most important, if not the most important, factor in salmon returns,” Dufault said. “Getting (salmon) numbers back is difficult, and you would be hard pressed to find anyone who could say the habitat in Puget Sound is great for salmon.” Keenan said she is expecting similar numbers this year, but is curious to see whether the record-breaking rain this winter washed away enough gravel to affect spawning. “We had quite a bit of fast water that could have wiped out spawn sites … but I definitely think all the restoration work has been paying off,” Keenan said. She said recent work at Vashon’s Judd Creek by the Land Trust has created pools and slowed the water flow at the mouth of the creek. “I’m really interested to see how that will affect the run this year,” Keenan said. Meanwhile, King County’s VashonMaury water basin steward Greg Rabourn is working on shoreline preservation projects to ensure forager fish and eelgrass continue to be plentiful in the water around Vashon. He is currently working to preserve shoreline on Vashon’s southeast end between Inspiration and Neill points. “The county has the most influence over habitat, and that is crucial for salmon to keep returning,” Rabourn said.
Matthew Loren Godfrey JUNE 22, 1963
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Matthew Loren Godfrey was born June 22, 1963 in Seattle, WA. and passed away March 3, 2016 on Vashon Island, WA. where he was a lifelong resident. Matt’s passions were playing his guitar and drawing. He was a friend to everyone and loved by many. Matt is preceded in death by his Mother, Judith Godfrey and his sister, Jolynn Blake. He is survived by his father, Gordon Godfrey and wife Jane Godfrey; daughter, Kiana Godfrey; Sisters, Debbie Moore, Lucy VonNeida, Beth Johansen and husband John Babarovich, Carrie Lockrem and husband Robert Lockrem and Amy Webster and husband Randy Webster, brothers, Rex Johansen and wife Jen-ai Johansen; Gordy Godfrey, and Tom Booth and sixteen nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Saturday April, 2nd at 2:00pm at Vashon United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Vashon Interfaith Counsel for Homelessness.
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sented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of Filing Notice to Creditors: March 8, 2016 Date of First Publication: March 23, 2016 Date of Appointment of Personal Representative: March 8, 2016 /s/Lexie A. Bridges LEXIE A. BRIDGES Personal Representative Address for Mailing or Service: SMITH AND KOCH 17225 Vashon Hwy. SW P.O. Box O Vashon, WA 98070 Tel: 206-463-9491 /s/Margaret L. Koch Margaret L. Koch, WSBA #8470 Morgan Canterbury, WSBA #48000 Attorneys for Personal Legal Notices Representative Published in the VashBUDGET on-Maury Island BeachEXTENSION comber on March 23, ADOPTION T h e V a s h o n I s l a n d 30, April 6, 2016. School District has com- (VIB689074) pleted a Capital Fund bu d g e t ex t e n s i o n fo r 2015-2016 and placed it on file in the District Office. The Board of Directors will meet for the purpose of holding a public hearing and adopting this budget extension on Wednesday, April 6th, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the Board of Directors meeting, Chautauqua Elementary School, District ConferEmployment ence Center, 9309 CeGeneral metery Rd. S. W., VashCREATIVE ARTIST o n , WA . A ny p e r s o n Sound Publishing, Inc may appear there and be heard for or against and The Whidbey News Times, a twice-weekly any part of the budget community newspaper extension. A copy of the located in Coupeville, budget extension will be WA, has an immediate furnished to any person opening for a full-time who requests one from Creative Artist. Duties inthe District Office. Michael Soltman, Secre- clude performing ad design, designing promotary of the Board tional materials, Superintendent, Vashon providing excellent interIsland School DistrictPubl i s h e d : T h e Va s h o n - nal and external customM a u r y I s l a n d B e a c h - er service. Requires excellent communication comber skills and the ability to March 23, 30, 2016. work in a fast paced (VIB689266) deadline-oriented environment. Experience www.SoundClassifieds.com with Adobe Creative find what you need 24 hours a day Suite, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and AcSUPERIOR COURT OF robat strongly preferred, WASHINGTON as is newspaper or other COUNTY OF KING media experience. Must ESTATE OF be able to work indepenCAROL A. ALBERTHAL, dently as well as part of Deceased. a team. We offer a great NO. 16-4-01485-0 SEA work environment, PROBATE NOTICE TO health benefits, 401k, CREDITORS paid holidays, vacation (RCW 11.40.030) The personal represen- and sick time. Please etative named below has mail your resume, cover letter, and a few sambeen appointed as personal representative of ples of your work to: careers@soundpublishthis estate. Any person ing.com. having a claim against the decedent must, be- Sound Publishing is an fore the time the claim Equal Opportunity Emwould be barred by any p l o y e r ( E O E ) a n d o t h e r w i s e a p p l i c a bl e strongly supports diverstatute of limitations, sity in the wor kplace. present the claim in the V i s i t o u r w e b s i t e a t manner as provided by w w w . s o u n d p u b l i s h RCW 11.40.070 by serv- ing.com to learn more ing on or mailing to the about us!
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SOCIAL MEDIA AND MARKETING COMMUNICATION CONTRACTOR (Everett, WA) Sound Media, a division of Sound Publishing Inc., is seeking a Contractor to lead its social media and marketing communications. Requires someone who is passionate about Social Age Technologies and understands the cross channel campaign strategies offered by an innovative, 21st century consultative marketing team. Among many other things, this person will be responsible for: Developing enterpriselevel online and offline marketing communicat i o n s p l a n s a n d exe cutable strategies, to be delivered and managed across multiple channels written for unique target audiences. Developing content and c o py a p p r o p r i a t e fo r press releases, online channels (web, digital), and marketing campaign messaging. For mulating customizable marketing communications solutions for each unique client through a thorough needs-assessment, ensuring recommended campaign strategies and related tactics meet or exceed client expectations. Position may require a bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience. This is an independently contracted position and is paid as outlined in the contract. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to careers@soundpublishing.com, please include ATTN: SocMediaCon in the subject line. Check out our website to find out more about us! www.soundpublishing.com and www.soundmediabds.com Vashon Center for the Arts iis hiring a part-time .
Help develop the Vashon Food Bank Farm and Garden! April-Sept. 10-15 hrs/wk, incl. Sundays and Tuesdays, other days TBD. Assist with day-to-day o p e ra t i o n s f r o m f i e l d prep to harvesting. Exper ience far ming and working with volunteers required. Ability to lift 30 lbs; 18+;. $11.50/hr. Go to: www.vashonfood bank.org for job description. Email resume and cover letter to rachel@ vashonfoodbank.org. Open until filled. EOE www.vashonfoodbank.org
REPORTER The South Whidbey R e c o r d , i n Fr e e l a n d , WA, is seeking a fulltime general assignment reporter with writing experience and photography skills. This position is based out of our office on Whidbey Island. The primary coverage will be city government, business, sports, general assignment stor ies; and may include arts coverage. Candidates must have excellent communication and organizational skills, and be able to work effectively in a deadlinedriven environment. Proficiency with AP style, pagination and digital imaging using Adobe InDesign and Photoshop software is preferred We offer a competitive hourly wage and benefits package including health insurance, paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays), and 401K (currently with an employer match.) Email us your cover letter, resume, and include five examples of your best work showcasing your reporting skills and writing chops to: car e e r s @ s o u n d p u bl i s h i n g . c o m , AT T N : HR/RSWR Sound Publishing is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the wor kplace. Check out our website to find out more about us! w w w. s o u n d p u b l i s h ing.com
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REPORTER The Vidette in Montesano, Wash., has an opening for a full-time reporter. We value enterprise and reporters who dig. We’re looking for someone to produce clear, brightly written stories relevant to real people reading us in print, on our website and in social media with a heavy emphasis on sports. Ability to take photos is a plus, as is familiarity with social media. Montesano is n e a r t h e Wa s h i n g t o n Coast, an hour from the Olympic Rain Forest and two hours from Seattle. Benefits include, but are not limited to paid vacation, sick and holidays, medical, dental and life insurance, and a 401(K) plan with company match. Send a cover letter, resume and writing samples to: careers@soundpublishing.com for immediate consideration. The Montesano Vidette is part of Sound Publishing; Western Washington’s largest community news organization. EOE
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Val Seath
Nancy Sipple
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BEAUTIFUL 180 VIEWS, MARVELOUS WEST SIDE LOCATION o
One-of-a-kind! 180o views, beautiful former church is now a 2900 sq. ft. home set in a peaceful garden. Large rooms, recent upgrades to kitchen & bath, gorgeous wood floors, French doors, skylights, soaring ceilings & more. MLS #902189 $535,000
DISTINCTIVE ISLAND COUNTRY ESTATE
Extraordinary custom home weaves wood, stone, soaring spaces & banks of windows into a light-filled residence of rare beauty! Carriage house w/guest apt, office, shop, commercial kitchen; 8+ acres with barn. MLS #884062 $995,000
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Crist Granum
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This spacious Craftsman-inspired home has stunning views, and your touch can restore its former grandeur. Open design, 4 bdrms, 2.5 baths, multiple living spaces. On 3.2 private acres, beach access. MLS #790216 $409,000
Sweet cottage at water’s edge to enjoy now as you plan to remodel or add on! If building is your dream, the 1.29 acres with 161’ wft is ready to go with septic design, CAO, site plan & drawings for a 2885 sq. ft. home. MLS #885120 $399,000
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Wonderful space & light in this gorgeous, south-facing condo! Generously sized two bdrm unit with newer floor coverings, appliances, & more. Gated entry, private parking & storage, in a terrific neighborhood. MLS #899462 $250,000
This timeless beauty could be the answer to your investment search or dream of sharing a home! Beautifully remodeled, on almost two acres. Presently has four living units, one bdrm each; zoned Community Business. MLS #820575 $779,000
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Ken Zaglin
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Just over five acres of sun-filled property! Whisper-quiet land is in two tax parcels and has potential panoramic views of Colvos Passage & the Olympics. Power & water to property, geotech & access road are complete. MLS #757334 $150,000
This week’s Community Chalkboard is presented by: Jean Bosch
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Lovely 2.2 acres offers peace and quiet in a great setting not far from shops and schools! Build your dream home in a sunny clearing surrounded by maples, wild cherry & evergreens. Good septic feasibility, clean CAO. Offered at $158,000
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Prime corner location in an excellent area with great visibility! Just under an acre, easy access and great level areas for parking; public sewer & water. The existing home is ready for rehab or new life as offices or mixed use. MLS #910694 $295,000
SALE PENDING Leslie Ferriel (206) 235-3731
THIS IS A WEST SIDE CRAFTSMAN FOR THE AGES!
Iconic farmhouse has been in the same family for generations, and most of the original cabinetry, floors, built-ins & trims are preserved! Roomy 5 bdrm has a full-length sun porch & a full basement w/tons of storage. Pretty yard with shade trees & shrubberies, shy 8 acres of sunny pastures, & historic barn. Glimpse the Olympics & bask in glorious sunsets from this rare find! MLS #908872 $799,000
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Burton Peninsula gem near the beach, boats, park and more! Beautiful inside & out, 3 bdrms, 1.75 baths, light-filled living spaces, hardwood floors, fine finishes. Sweet garden setting with studio/office bldg. Don’t miss out! MLS #908034 $649,000
Jean Bosch
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Recreational waterfront cabin right on the bulkhead and right by the south end ferry! Endless views of Sound & city lights, 180o of sunshine, delightful feeling of privacy. Fire up the wood stove & revel in a rustic escape! MLS #910759 $65,000
Here’s a rare place where you can build your business space on the ground floor and your living space above! Shy quarter acre in town, all level land in an easyaccess location. Paid water share & sewer share. MLS #891354 $195,000
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Leslie Ferriel
Crist Granum
(206) 235-3731
(206) 419-3661
QUIET, PRETTY PARADISE VALLEY ACREAGE Jean Bosch (206) 919-5223
Sunny, affordable home on 2.54 acres near the equestrian park! Many upgrades, move-in ready; open design, 3 bdrms, 1.75 baths, fireplace, big windows, deck, carport. Offered at $349,900
THE BEACH IS YOUR FRONT YARD!
Light & airy home on 100’ of sunny Quartermaster Harbor waterfront! Open floor plan with big windows to frame the views; 3 bdrms, 2 baths, bonus room and an unfinished bsmt plumbed for separate living space. MLS #900819 $536,000
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Val Seath: (206) 790-8779 Susan Lofland: (206) 999-6470 David Knight: (206) 388-9670
Deb Cain: (206) 930-5650 Diane Stoffer: (206) 650-6210 Crist Granum: (206) 419-3661
Leslie Ferriel: (206) 235-3731 Marjon McDermott (206) 817-7437 Nancy Sipple: (206) 465-2361
Len Wolff: (206) 300-7594 Jean Bosch: (206) 919-5223 Ken Zaglin: (206) 940-4244