1/2/09

January 2009 Specials, Happenings & Events

La Conner Staycation ~ Many of La Conner’s lodging, dining, and shopping options are offering “Staycation” specials for visitor’s staying a minimum of 3 nights. You will need to show your Staycation Certificate for Dining and Shopping Discounts. Certificates are presented at the time of check- in at participating lodging.Call La Conner Chamber for more details: 360.466.4778 or info@laconnerchamber.com



LODGING:


The Heron Inn & Watergrass Day Spa~For a 2 night stay in a deluxe queen room or fireplace suite receive 50% off one massage, for a 3 night stay, receive one free massage Sunday -Thursday. To all our Canadian visitors, The Heron Inn & Watergrass Day Spa will be accepting the Canadian dollar at par on room reservations and spa services from now until December 31st, 2008. 360-466-4626 or 877-883-8899


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


Hotel Planter~Stay two nights; get the 3rd night half-off. Sunday-Thursday, not including holidays. 800-488-5409


La Conner Channel Lodge/Country Inn ~ Stay 2 nights; get the 3rd night free, Sunday-Thursday.(360) 466-1500 or (888) 466-4113.


Queen of the Valley Inn ~ "Financial Relief Package" 25% off one night, 30% off 2 nights, 35% off 3 nights Call 360.466.4578 for more information.


Estep’s Residences ~ Stay in one of our four daily rentals for three consecutive nights (any day of the week) and get the third night half off. Call 360-466-2116 for more information * For our Canadian neighbors we'd like to offer the cost of your stay at par.


Benson Farmstead Bed & Breakfast ~ Stay 2 nights; get the 3rd night half-off, Sunday-Thursday. (360) 757-0578


Best Western Cottontree Inn ~ $89 per night, 3 night minimum. 800-662-6886Ravenskeep Guest House – Stay 3 nights and get the 3rd night half off. 360-941-4438



DINING:


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


Nell Thorn Restaurant ~ 10% discount on food only. Now open for lunch! (360) 466-4261


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



OTHER:


A Class Act Gallery ~ Mention you saw us in the January newsletter and receive 20% off your purchase. A Class Act Gallery is located at 612 S. 1st Street La Conner, WA 98257 and can be reached at 360-466-2000.


January 10th—March 8th~ Museum of Northwest Art presents Manfred Lindenberger Retrospective: Graceful Exuberance. With works spanning more than fifty years, the exhibition follows Lindenberger’s artistic evolution from realism to abstraction. MONA also presents Kait Rhoades As Below, So Above. Kait Rhoads’ glass creations--soft sculptures, wall panels, and solid sculpted work--portray natural forms in the sea and on land, as well as horizons and skyscapes. For more information please visit http://www.museumofnwart.org/ or call 360-466-4446.


January 16th-March 29th~ La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum invites you to learn about the beautiful textiles from Pakistan and India! Ralli quilts are known for their colorful designs made of patterns comprised of patchwork, appliqué, and embroidery techniques. 703 S. 2nd St. (360)466-4288. http://www.laconnerquilts.com/


La Conner Regional Library~ will be having a Winter Reading Program beginning January 15th and running through March 31st. Adults who read three books will be eligible for a Literary Latte courtesy of Next Chapter Bookstore. They can also have their name put into a drawing for the chance to win a Booklover's Basket full of local products purchased with funds provided by the Friends of the La Conner Library. Reading records will be available after January 12 at the library. For more information call 360-466-3352.


The Queen of the Valley Inn~ extends its "Queen's Financial Relief Program", with discounts of 25-35% off through March 31st. Everyone needs a little financial relief right now - ours comes with breakfast and a cozy fire! See website for details. http://www.queenofthevalleyinn.com/

Hotel Planter~Hotel Planter Announces Discounted Rates from January 9th through February 28th, 2009!Room rates range from $99 to $149. Apply our special discount for an incredible rate! Weekend Discount:Stay two nights over the weekend and receive the 2nd night for half off! Week Discount: Sunday – Thursday 2 for 1 night stay or $20 off one night. Visit http://www.hotelplanter.com/ or call 800-488-5409

Seeds~ Monday Night, Pub Specials which Includes a 1/2 pound burger with fries and a beer for $12. This special runs from 5 to 9pm every Monday.

Something Blue Boutque~ has two promotion offers to all of the brides that stopped by to see them at the Seattle Wedding Show January 3rd & 4th. These offers are good sixty days after the show. Offer 1) With the order of a new bridal gown, a bride receives $200.00 off the retail price of her gown & the choice of either a veil (value up to $200.00) or a free Gown Preservation Package (valued at $200.00). Offer 2) Save 15% to 30% on Dessy or After Six Bridesmaids gowns. (percentage off retail price is determined based on the number of gowns purchased in the same color & style) Visit http://www.somethingblueboutique.com/ for more information.

The Smiling Owl~Valentine’s Day Special: Show the love of your life you care… Gift certificates available! Receive a free Sister Sky product of your choice (lotion, shampoo, or body wash) with every service purchase (while supplies last)! Complimentary local delivery on Valentine’s Day of gift certificates!125 Washington, La Conner, WA 360-770-3065


3rd ~ La Conner Institute of the Arts presents Cantible Concert. Performing at Maple Hall at 7:30pm. Cantibles Concert is inspired by Christina Rossetti’s poem in “The Bleak Mid-Winter”. Musical selections reflect Cantibles desire to present a wide variety of musical styles. Tickets can be purchased at the Next Chapter Bookstore at 360-466-2665.


15th ~ Native Springs is hosting a Wellness Workshop from 6:30-8pm, “Balancing Female Hormones during Menopause” with Rebecah Wilhelm, ND. Please pre-register 360-708-8313.


16th ~ La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum will have guest speaker Patricia Stoddard teach a workshop from 1-3 pm. Learn about the beautiful textiles from Pakistan and India! Call 466-4288 to RSVP as seating is limited, cost is $10.00.


17th ~ Christianson’s Nursery offers a class “Pixels to Pictures: Digital Photography for Gardeners Made Easy” on Saturday at 11:00 am. RSVP by calling 466-3821, cost is $5.00.


24th ~ Childhood Bliss is having a Blissful Savings Day! One Day Only 20% off Store-wide!

AND 50-75% off selected fashions. Saturday January 24th, 9:00-6:00PM. Shop Online Too at ChildhoodBliss.com … 360.466.BABY


24th~ Skagit County Historical Museum presents nine distinguished artists from seven Pacific Northwest tribal communities from Oregon to Alaska. “A Gathering of Native Women Artists: Celebrating Old & New Traditions” will take place from 11:00am-4:00pm. Located at 501 S. 4th La Conner, call 360-466-3365 for more info.


24th ~ Christianson’s Nursery presents “Cooking with Herbs: Soup’s On”. Learn new recipes for homemade soups and herbal breads with Joanne Romann on Saturday at 11:00 am. RSVP by calling 466-3821, cost is $12.00.


29th ~ Christianson’s Nursery presents “Winter’s Cure—Indoor Gardening”. For the anxious gardener who can’t get outside, learn about houseplants from Aphelandra to Zebra plant! RSVP by calling 466-3821, cost is $5.00.


30th ~The Lincoln Theatre presents Shemekia Copeland (daughter of John Copeland) and winner of a Grammy nomination and multiple W.C. Handy Awards. Shemekia is clearly a singer with a style of her own, showing the ability to grow and musically diversify without losing touch with her blues roots. Visit http://www.lincolntheatre.org/ or call 360-466-8955 for more info.


31st ~ Channel Lodge Presents “Caffeine..a Musical” Saturday January 31st @ 6:30 pm Join us for a fabulous night of great food and lattes of laughs! Dinner and Show take place at the La Conner Seafood and Prime Rib House. Also enjoy the No Host bar and appetizers. http://www.caffeinethemusical.com/ For more information or call 360-466-3101