6/4/08

June 2008 Specials, Happenings, & Events

La Conner Staycation ~ Many of La Conner’s lodging, dining, and shopping options are offering special “staycation” packages for visitor’s staying a minimum of 3 nights. Will need to show Staycation Certificate for Dining & Shopping Discounts. Call La Conner Chamber for more details: 360.466.4778 or info@laconnerchamber.com

Queen of the Valley Inn ~ Staycation! stay 3 nights and get a $50 gas card or discount. 800-999-1404

Katy’s Inn Bed & Breakfast ~ Staycation! stay 2 nights, get the 3rd night half-off, Sunday-Thursday. 866-528-9746

Alice Bay Bed & Breakfast~ Staycation! stay 3 nights and put $75 under your mattress, Sunday-Thursday. 800-652-0223

Best Western Cottontree Inn ~ Staycation! $99 per night, 3 night minimum. 800-662-6886

Farmhouse Restaurant ~ 20% discount up to $100 on food only with La Conner Staycation Certificate. (360) 466-4411

Nell Thorn Restaurant ~ 10% discount on food only with La Conner Staycation Certificate. (360) 466-4261

La Conner Seafood and Prime Rib House ~ free dessert or appetizer with purchase of 2 full prided meals with La Conner Staycation Certificate. (360) 466-4014

The Dulce Plate ~ free dessert with purchase of full price meal with La Conner Staycation Certificate. (360) 466-1630

Tulips Restaurant ~ 10% discount on food only with La Conner Staycation Certificate. (360) 466-0308.

Childhood Bliss ~ Staycation Special. 10% off purchases with La Conner Staycation Certificate.
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June 7,21 & 28 ~ Hellam’s Vineyard ~ is offering wine tasting on June 7th Spanish tasting – This tasting will focus on white and red wines from various regions of Spain, June 21st – Adamant Cellars – Adamant Cellars is a new startup boutique winery from Walla Walla. June 28th – Dakota Creek Winery – Come meet the owner/winemaker of local boutique winery Dakota Creek from Blaine. Located at 109 N. 1st St.

June 8th ~ Museum of Northwest Art presents artist Ann Morris at 2:00 pm. Anne has created an extraordinary park on Lummi Island and has written a book: “Sculpture Woods: Studio Grounds of Ann Morris”. Meet the artist, view selected smaller works, and enjoy this informal book signing party! MONA is located at 121 S First la Conner. 466-4446

June 14 ~ La Conner Boys & Girls Club presents “Pony Up 4 Kids” dinner and auction. Social & Silent Auction begings at 5 pm, Dinner and Live Auction at 6:30 pm. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased by calling (360) 466-3672. Event will take place at Swinomish Casino located at 12885 Casino Drive off Hwy 20.

June 14 & 15 ~ Annual Father’s Day Weekend Boat Show & Swap Meet taking place at the south basin of the la Conner Marina. Powerboats for sale will be docked on “F” dock. Swap meet will be located on Basin Rd. off 3rd Street. Call 800-232-8879 for more details.

June 21st ~ Christianson’s Nursery & Greenhouse~ Join us for the 5th Annual Rose Festival with Cisco Morris June 21st, 9:00am-6pm. For more information, call 466-3821

June 21st ~ La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum presents “A Celebration in Clothing: One Woman's Journey”. Anita Luvera Mayer is a weaver and textile artist and will conduct a workshop at 1:00 pm with refreshments to follow. Cost $5, RSVP (360) 466-4288.

June 21st ~ Third Saturday After Hours~ Join us for our monthly THIRD SATURDAY AFTER HOURS gallery walk in La Conner when selected shops & galleries stay open until 6pm. Stroll and shop the merchants open later and enjoy fine restaurants.

June 21st ~ Museum of Northwest Art~ The Museum of Northwest Art 16th Annual Art Auction is Saturday, June 21st. The perfect event for both seasoned and novice art collectors, featuring over 300 works by painters, printmakers, sculptors, glass artists, ceramic artists, jewelers, textile artists, and photographers. Tickets are $75.00 in advance. Call 466-4446 Ext 109 or go online at www.museumofnwart.org . Auction previews, open to ticket holders and their guests, begin Friday June 20th (noon to 8pm) and continue Saturday, June 21 (10am-3pm). Absentee bidding available with ticket purchase. MONA is located at 121 S First, La Conner.

June 24th ~ Janet’s Clothing & Embellishments~ June 24th, 10:00 to Noon there will be a Beading workshop. We will be working with beading techniques suitable for garments and can also be used on other fabric items like quilts or pillows. $30. for the class. Supply list upon sign up. 622 S. First St. La Conner 360-466-4441

June 25-27th ~ Bears N’ Friends~ Wild Webkinz Weekend is on June 25-27. Spend $10 in the store and get a free Webkinz of my choosing, spend $15 get Webkinz and pack of trading cards, Spend $20 and get a Webkinz, trading cards, and a bookmark. Plus 2 door prizes will be available!

June 28th ~ Native Springs~ 5th Anniversary OPEN HOUSE June 28, 2008, 10am to 2pm. Located at 125 E Washington. Join us for delicious refreshments, demos and 50% off all Facial Gift Certificates, good for 1- year and no limit on how many you buy. Offer ends June 28 at 2pm Details: call 360-708-8313

June 28 & 29 ~ The La Conner Summer Street Festival,~ This fifth annual two-day event will take place June 28th & 29th and will be a community celebration of regional art. Hours are Saturday, June 28th 10 am - 6 pm and Sunday, June 29th 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Admission is free. This family-oriented event will feature activities for children throughout the weekend. Call 466-4778 or visit La Conner Summer Street Festival Webpage for details. Sponsors: Island Hospital, St. Joseph Hospital, Fidalgo Island Walk-In Clinic, Esary Roofing & Siding, and Step Outside.

June 29th ~ The Skagit County Historical Museum will feature Laura Spaar of Skagit Valley Genealogy Society who will present “A Brief Peek into Our Ancestry”. Located at 501 S. 4th St., 12:30-1:30 pm. Call (360) 466-3365 or visit www.skagitcounty.net/museum

Skagit River Boutique~ Introducing "Mu" Jeans for women. Jeans which stretch, fit comfortably, and are just gorgeous. Plain blue denim or decorated in jets and crystals, these are the jeans you have been looking for. Sizes 6 to 16 are available. 625 S. First St. in La Conner, WA. 360-466-5554

Childhood Bliss & Baby Legs Contest! Northwest-based BabyLegs, creator of hip, high-fashion leg and arm warmers for babies and children, is offering fun prizes through summer to celebrate the launch of its golden stitch of authenticity. Winning ticket holders will be awarded prizes including baby bibs, baby blankets, childrens clothes, diaper bags, a year's supply of BabyLegs, and one Grand Prize trip to Seattle! Details at the Bliss Blog. Buy 4-Take $5 off!

Summer Inspiration at the La Conner Retirement Inn!~ Watercolor Classes by Ruby Agnew Martin Located at 204 N 1st St. 9:30a.m. on Saturday’s Cost: $10.00 Please R.S.V.P. Ruby at 360 466-2329 No need to be a professional! Beginners WELCOME!! Come join the FUN!

La Conner Thai Restaurant~ is having a Happy Hour from 4:00-6:00 pm, free appetizers when you purchase 2 drinks (exp. 6/15) & Buy one Entree Lunch or Dinner and get the Second Entree half-off (exp. 6/30). Located at 110 N. 1st St., Call 466-9999 for take-out.

Raining Cats & Dogs ~ is now offering pet photography by appointment. Located at 313 Morris St.. Call (425) 268-9618 to make your appointment now.

Bellair Charters/Airport Shuttle ~ The Bellair Sports Shuttle takes you to select Seahawks and Mariners home games for just $22 round-trip (plus fuel surcharge). Call (866) 235-5247 for