La Conner Staycation ~ Many of La Conner’s lodging, dining, and shopping options is offering “Staycation” specials for visitor’s staying a minimum of 3 nights. You will need to show your Staycation Certificate for Dining & Shopping Discounts. Call La Conner Chamber for more details: 360.466.4778 or info@laconnerchamber.com
LODGING:
Katy’s Inn Bed & Breakfast ~ Stay 2 nights; get the 3rd night half-off, Sunday-Thursday. 866-528-9746
Hotel Planter ~ Stay 2 nights, get the 3rd night half-off. Sunday-Thursday, not including holidays. 800-488-5409
Queen of the Valley Inn ~ Stay 3 nights and get a $50 gas card or discount. 800-999-1404
Estep’s Residences ~ Stay 2 nights; get the 3rd night half-off. (360) 466-2116
Best Western Cottontree Inn ~ $99 per night, 3 night minimum. 800-662-6886
Samish Point by the Bay ~ Stay 3 nights and get the 3rd night half-off (except July, August & holidays). (360) 766-6610
Nell Thorn Restaurant ~ 10% discount on food only. (360) 466-4261
Farmhouse Restaurant ~ 20% discount up to $100 on food only. (360) 466-4411
La Conner Seafood and Prime Rib House ~ free dessert or appetizer with purchase of 2 full priced meals. (360) 466-4014
The Dulce Plate ~ free dessert with purchase of full price meal. (360) 466-1630
Tulips Restaurant ~ 10% discount on food only. (360) 466-0308
Bears ‘N Friends ~ 10% off all non-sale items. (360) 466-3528
Ginger Grater/Olive Shoppe ~ 10% off all non-sale items (cash or check only). (360) 466-4161
Step Outside ~ 10% off all non-sale items. (360) 466-3397
The Godmother’s Closet ~ 50% off any wedding gown in store. (360) 466-2743
Wyman Park ~ free gift to anyone with current Staycation Certificate (360) 466-4148
The Museum of Northwest Art presents a new exhibit by artist Ginny Ruffner. "Aesthetic Engineering: The Imagination Cycle" features new large-scaled sculpture and installation work that cross-fertilizes flora, fauna, and art. This exhibition is a mix of glass, steel, and bronze with explosive flowers, massive leaves, and twisted growing vines, including over 1,000 flowers, and eighteen freestanding sculptures made from bronze, steel, and glass. The Museum of Northwest Art is located at 121 S. 1st Street, (360) 466-4446. Open daily 10 am - 5 pm. http://www.museumofnwart.com/.
The La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum presents two exhibits from Japan. "Path to Edo: Quilts from Japan”. Miwako Kimura, curator and director of the Hanatsunagi-kai Quilt Club in Japan, brings the life and color of Japanese culture to the Northwest in this dazzling exhibit of works produced by a group of quilters from her native land. “Sashiko: Old and New" Kazuko Yoshiura, a sashiko artist for nearly 30 years, creates immaculate and painstakingly stitched fabric art that channels this centuries-old traditional style of fabric reinforcement and brings it into a fresh new light. Located at 703 S. 2nd St., (360) 466-4288. http://www.laconnerquilts.com/. Open Wednesday – Sunday 11 am – 5 pm.
Skagit River Boutique and Skagit River Traders~ have added a line for women and men, respectively, of shirts from Ryan Michael. The shirts are made of high grade pima cotton, or silk and are updated western influence with the decorative yolks and pearl buttons that add detail and also comfort. Drop by and check out this new line of beautiful denim friendly shirts.
Janet's Clothing and Embellishments~ is featuring a new line of bags which could be used for overnight bags or for projects such as knitting or other hand work. The bags are beautiful upholstery-weight prints detailed with embroidery, faux gems and leather. The effect is very appealing and the bags are sturdy and perfect for so many uses. We invite you to drop by and see the line.
August 1-10th ~ Caravan Gallery~ celebrates their 13th Anniversary Sale! Everything in the store is 20% off. 619 S. 1st St, 466-4808
August 1—31 ~ Raining Cats and Dogs~ will be closing the end August. Storewide clearance sale has begun. The store is open Thursday through Sunday from 12-5 pm and located at 303 Morris St.
August 1 – 31 ~Vintage La Conner Thrift & Consignment Shoppe ~ is having a half off sale through August of all clothing. Please come and explore our treasures at 301 Morris Street.
August 1 – 31 ~ The Godmother’s Closet Bridal Shop is offering 50% off everything in the store. 103 Whatcom St., (360) 395-8855.
August 4-24h ~ Christianson’s Nursery is offering 20% off their huge inventory of outdoor containers. Small to very large, glazed to terra cotta. Located at 15806 Best Rd., Mount Vernon. 466-3821.
August 6th-9th ~ Fiesta at the Skagit County Fair! Great entertainment all day long! Carnival, rodeo, live music, performing pigs, trick roper, J.P. Patches, and more. Don’t miss the parade Saturday, August 9th at 11am in downtown Mount Vernon. Wednesday, August 6th admission is free until 3pm! Cost is $8 adults and $5 for seniors & students.
August 7th~ 104th Pioneer Picnic presented by the Skagit County Pioneers Association will be held in Pioneer Park. Salmon BBQ lunch provided by the La Conner Civic Garden Club, cost $10.00. Music provided by Doc Bradbury’s Skagit City Band. Open to the public! Contact John Summers 360-466-4703
August 9th~ The sixth annual Porterhouse Brewfest for the Lincoln Theatre, a sizzling brews and block party, is bigger and better than ever with 30 invited microbreweries from the Pacific Northwest. Three amazing Washington blues bands will be playing. Ticket are available at the gate or in advance at the Porterhouse, or the Lincoln Theatre 712 S. Please call 360-336-8955 or 877-754-6284. Must be 21 or over.
August 12th ~ La Conner Retirement Inn is having a “Monthly Buffet Social” starting at 5:00 pm. Fun, Friends, Food & Live Entertainment by “Ernie Queen Band” Playing Bluegrass! RSVP 360-466-5700, Dinner $8.50
August 15-18 & 22-25 ~ La Conner Seaside Gallery presents the first Annual “Le Nu Air” Exhibit with a public artists’ reception from 4:00pm– 7:00pm. The exhibit focuses on the figurative and life drawing works of 14 artists. Located at 112 Morris Street is open Friday– Monday 11:00am-5:00pm, 466-5141
August 16th~ Third Saturday after Hours 4:00pm gallery walk. Many businesses will be showcasing art and artists. Shop the merchants open later, and enjoy the fine restaurants.
August 21st ~ Boys and Girls Club ~ Dog Days of Summer Open House from 4-7 pm. We will be bustling with activities for the kids, such as face painting, fish printing, bean bag toss, button making, as well as a BBQ and club tours. This event is free, but donations will be happily accepted! 305 N. 6th St.
August 23rd 6-9pm~The Dulce Plate Wine Dinner~Please join us for a very special evening of fabulous food of European Spanish influence prepared by Chef Brian
Tolbert, expertly paired with Award winning Washington wines, presented by 3rd generation orchardists and Wine makers, Matthew & Patrick Rawn of Two Mountain Winery 508 E Morris St. 360-466-1630 http://www.thedulceplate.com/
August 23rd ~ Museum of Northwest Art~ Ginny Ruffner’s exhibit, Aesthetic Engineering: The Imagination Cycle, is celebrated with a reception and book signing of her latest pop-up book, The Imagination Cycle from 2-5 pm. These highly collectable books will be available for sale in the Museum Store. The Museum is located at 121 S First St.
August 30th ~ Christianson’s Nursery will offer a workshop to spice up your summer containers. 10:00 AM, Free!, Call 466-3821 for more info.
September 13th ~ Mark your calendars now for the 8th annual Classic Yacht & Car show in La Conner! Pancake breakfast, Popey’s Place, Kiwanis BBQ, Scavenger Hunt, Raffles, Scratch & Dent Sale, Kenmore Air flights, Coast Guard in-water rescue demonstration, and more!
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