2/28/09

March 2009 Specials, Happenings & Events

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 March 31st, 2009. 360-466-4626 or 877-883-8899


Katy’s Inn Bed & Breakfast ~ Voted #1 in Skagit Business Pulse People's Choice Award for best Bed & Breakfast is offering an "Economic Recovery Getaway Plan". Receive a $50 discount off any 2-night stay. Just mention the word "Recovery" when making an online reservation. Or call 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 360.466.4578/888-99-1404 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



DINING:


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



Nell Thorn Restaurant ~ open for dinner beginning March 9th seven nights a week 4-9 p.m. Lunch offered Tuesday through Saturday 11:30 to 2:30. Reservations are always a good idea! For more information please call 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:

Stop by the Visitor Information Center at 606 Morris St. and pick up a Coupon Book with 69 coupons for everything from lodging, restaurants, shopping, museums and services. Value worth $100's and cost only $1.00 (that's right, just one dollar!). VIC hours are Monday-Friday 11-4, Saturday & Sunday 12-3. (360) 466-4778.


Something Blue~ With a first visit decision, all new bridal gown orders receive 15% off the retail price. Through the end of March, all Dessy and After Six Bridesmaid gown orders receive up to 30% off retail. All Badgley Mischka Bridesmaid orders receive 15% off retail. These offers are not combinable with any other discount coupons.Please call 360-466-0415 or visit http://www.somethingblueboutique.com/


Native Springs~ Daffodil Special! Come see acres of beautiful daffodils in fields around Skagit Valley. Buy one spa service at regular price and get 1/2 OFF on a gift card for the next service, your choice! Call 360-708-8313 for more information or stop by at 125 E. Washington La Conner


Deception Pass Tours~ Pre-Season Sale 10 Tickets for $100! The Pre-Season Sale ends April 1, 2009. If you are interested in purchasing Pre-Season Ticket Packs for your employees and clients, please contact Captain Brett at 888-909-TOUR (8687). Tickets are valid from April 1-September 30, 2009 Visit www.DeceptionPassTours.com for more information.


Christianson’s Nursery~ Has a variety of different workshops available during the month of March including “Growing Fruit Your Way”, “Rose Pruning”, “Everything’s Coming Up Veggies”, “Early Spring Walk”, “Growing Beautiful Spring Dahlias Made Easy” & “Digital Photography for Gardeners Made Easy” a $5.00 fee is required and reservations are required. Call 360-466-3821 for more information.


La Conner Yacht Sales~ has moved into their previous location at 539 N. Third Street.The new Port of Skagit County 12,500 sf Marina Peninsula building was dedicated on February 5th. We look forward to the fresh start in our brand new office ~ please stop by and say hello! (360) 466-3300


Childhood Bliss~ Attic Sale every weekend in March & April! 50-75% off Childhood Bliss merchandise. Included in this sale: vintage nick-nacks and holiday home décor items. Shop on-line too! www.childhoodbliss.com (360) 466-2229


Nasty Jacks Antiques~ Voted #1 antique store for 2008 in the Skagit Business Pulse People's Choice award. They are also nominated for Evening Magazines The Best of Western Washington Antiques category . If you would like to vote, go to www.King5.com. For more information please call 360-466-3209.


Skagit River Boutique is having a Fall & Winter sale, offering 50% off coats and sportswear by St. James, Pendleton, Kial, Foxcroft, and more. Located at 622 S. First St, (360) 466-5554.


Blue Water Massage: The 'Heart & Sole' Special Extended Through March! Due to popular demand, the 'Heart & Sole' special will be extended for another month. This heavenly one hour treatment combines Foot Reflexology with Hot Stone Swedish massage for the neck and shoulders. Guaranteed to warm your heart, sooth your soles, and lift your spirits. The 'Heart & Sole' Special is just $50 now through the end of March. For appointment scheduling and gift certificates, please call Eve at 360-333-8811.


March 7th ~ Museum of Northwest Art presents "Mona Style" from 10:00 - 4:00 pm. Twenty-five artists from the region will show and sell their artist-designed clothing, jewelry, textiles, accessories and elements for the home. Admission is FREE!

March 7th ~Annual Sea Scout Dinner Auction sponsored by the La Conner Rotary Club. You are invited to attend the 9th annual silent/love Dinner Auction at the Swinomish Yacht Club, located at 310 N. First St. Doors open and silent auction viewing begins at 5:30 pm. Dinner begins at 6:45 pm. Tickets are $30 each. Call (360) 540-3338 or (360) 466-1006 for tickets.


March 7th~ La Conner Institute of Performing Arts presents Jeffrey Cohan and George Shangrow. Performing at Maple Hall at 7:30 pm. Virtuoso Baroque features the Cohan-Shangrow Duo, with flutist Jeffrey Cohan and harpsichordist George Shangrow. Hear virtuoso duos by Jon Sebastian Bach, his son Carl Phillipp Emanuel, Handel, and Vivaldi among others. Tickets can be purchased at The Next Chapter (360) 466-2665.


March 7th ~ La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum brings you “The Mystery of the World's Oldest Carpet". Fred Lundahl, owner of Music for the Eyes, will speak about the 5th Century B.C. carpets found at the Pazyryk archeological site in Russia. 1-3pm, Cost: $10 includes admission. Seating is limited. Located at 703 South 2nd St. For more info call 360-466-4288 or visit http://www.laconnerquilts.com/


March 14th~ La Conner Volunteer Firefighters St. Patrick’s Day Dance featuring the Buckaroo Blues from 8pm-12am. $5.00 donation no host bar must be 21 years of age at Maple Hall. Come & support our firefighters!


March 14th ~ Museum of Northwest Art, Spring Exhibits Open: “Finds Refined”, Selections from Glass Collection and “Phillip Levine Survey: Sculpture, Drawings, Paintings” March 14 –June 14. Located at 121 S. First St., La Conner.


March 15th ~ Skagit County Historical Museum Climate History of Skagit Valley,” 2 pm, 360-466-3365. Located at 501 S. Fourth St., La Conner.


March 17th ~ See Dean Martin and Tom Jones impersonators live in concert in Swinomish Casino's Cabaret. Two free tickets are available for Players Club Members while supplies last for 2pm and 6pm shows. For more details, call (360) 293-2691 or visit the Players Club. http://www.swinomishcasino.com

March 21st~La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum “Textiles and Traditions of Turkey.” Anita Luvera Mayer will speak 1-2:30 pm. Experience the adventure of exploring Turkey through its traditions and textiles. The cost is $10.00 per person, which includes admission to the Museum. Seating is limited. We are located at 703 South 2nd St. For more info, call 360-466-4288; or visit


March 28th~ Soroptimist of La Conner Fashion/Tea Show ~ Maple Hall ~ 360-466-4441"Tulips, Tea, and Trends" annual tea/fashion show at Maple Hall. Enjoy a sumptuous tea and fashion show from 12-2 pm. Win exciting raffle prizes or sign up for your favorite silent auction item. A hat contest will recognize the guests' favorites in a variety of categories. For general event information, contact Ellie Baugh, at gebaugh@wavecable.com. For ticket information, contact Cindy Tracey at 360 466-9909.

2/3/09

February 2009 Specials, Happenings & Events

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 March 31st, 2009. 360-466-4626 or 877-883-8899

Katy’s Inn Bed & Breakfast ~ Katy’s Inn is offering their own “Economic Recovery Getaway Plan” receive a $50.00 discount off any two night stay Just mention the word “Recovery” when you make a reservation online at http://www.katysinn.com/ or call 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. 800-662-6886

Ravenskeep 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 ~ Presents The 28 Days of Valentines. This is an amazing four course meal for two. Meal includes choice of bottle of their House French Blend, red or White, Sparkling Cider or Sparkling Water. Love Is All There. For more information please call 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 ~ 30% off Friday February 9th - Sunday February 11th all Tim Winstrom artwork. A Class Act Gallery is located at 612 S. 1st Street La Conner, WA 98257 and can be reached at 360-466-2000.

The Smiling Owl ~ is now offering in home manicures & pedicures. Transportation to and from appointments is also available upon request. Please call 770-3065 for more information.

Native Springs~ Valentines Special Free spa gift item with every purchase of product or service from Feb 1-15. 360-708-8313 for details.

Blue Water Massage~ Is offering a Valentines special “The Heart & Sole” Massage. For the month of February the “Heart & Sole” Valentines Special is just $50.00 which would make a great gift for your someone special. Call Eve for more information at 360-333-8811.

Christianson’s Nursery~ is offering classes, a trip and a speaker through out the month of February. Classes include, The Art of Pruning Fruit Trees & Blueberries the Superfruit. The trip is to the Flower & Garden Show. Last but not least Bob Lilly will be presenting A Fascination for Hellebores. RSVP’s and fees are required. Please call 360-466-3821 for more information.

Childhood Bliss~ Nick-Nacks Vintage Sale ~ Childhood Bliss will be selling many of their vintage nick-nacks along with many other goodies and sale items. Please come see all of the treasures that you will surely love to make your own! Saturday & Sunday February 7th & 8th 360.466.BABY.

Hellam’s Vineyard~ Feb. 1st – 14th – Chocolates made with wine available for sale at the wine shop and Sweet Haven Baking Co. Feb. 14th – Valentines Tasting – featured chocolates paired with wines used as an ingredient; prices vary according to each chocolate. For more information call 360-466-1758. Hellam’s is located at 109 N. 1st St. #101 La Conner.

Something Blue~With a first visit decision, all new bridal gown orders receive 15% off the retail price. Through the end of March, all Dessy and After Six Bridesmaid gown order receive up to 30% off retail. Through the end of March, all Badgley Mischka Bridesmaid orders receive 15% off retail. 1-360-466-0415

Skagit River Boutique~has fall and winter coats and sportswear at 50% off! Great values on beautifully made clothes from St. James, Pendleton, Kial, Foxcroft and more. Come in soon for best selection. Skagit River Boutique is located at 622 S. First La Conner

La Conner Thai Restaurant~ is having a Re-Grand Opening February 7, 8 & 9 & offering 30% off food items. They are located at 110 N. First St. and phone is (360) 466-9999. Hours are 11-9 pm, dine in or carryout service available.

6th~ Shelter Bay Chorus Annual Gala "Glorious Gershwin" concert doors open at 6:45pm and the show begins at 7:15pm. Tickets are $15.00 per person and are available at the ShelterBay office located at 1000 Shoshone Drive, La Conner 360-466-3805 for more information

7th~La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum QSI: Quilt Scene Investigators. Ann Bodle-Nash, Certified Quilt Appraiser, and Anne Dawson, Quilt Restorer, will evaluate your quilts, antique to new. Learn the identity, age, and how to care for your treasures. Two sessions on Saturday, February 7, 2009, 11-1 or 2-4. Cost: $25 for analysis of two of your quilts, $20 for analysis of one quilt, or $15 for presentation only. Admission to Museum is included. Seating is limited. We are located at 703 South 2nd St, PO Box 1270, La Conner. For more information, please call 360-466-4288 or visit our website at http://www.laconnerquilts.com/

7th~ The Onyx Chamber Players will be performing at Maple Hall located at 104 Commercial, La Conner. Tickets are available at the Next Chapter Bookstore located at 721 S.1st la Conner or you can call 360-466-2665.

7th~Keny Hess, a country performer and songwriter, will be performing at the Swinomish Casino at 7:00pm. The Swinomish Casino is located at 12885 Casino Dr. Anacortes. For more information call 360-299-1674.

7th~ La Conner Soundrowers Open Water Race is being hosted by the Sound Rowers Open Water Rowing & Paddling Club. Soundrowers sponsor races for kayaks, surf skis, rowing shells, row boats and canoes throughout Puget Sound. Non-members are welcome to participate-all you need is a boat, a paddle, a PFD & a whistle (required) and a nominal entry fee. Please call 206-295-7508 for more information.

20th~Skagit Community Band presents "Way Out West" at Maple Hall on February 20th, 7:30 pm. Come explore the music of the "West". The Skagit Community Band will intrigue and delight you with songs of the west. Featuring an eclectic selection of music from the west, about the west, and titles containing "west" This concert will also take place at Brodniak Hall in Anacortes on February 22nd, 3:00 pm. Tickets are available at the door, $15 for adults, $10 seniors/students or $30 for family - children 12 yrs. and younger are free when accompanied by an adult.

21st~ Poet Sam Greene at the Museum of Northwest Art at 7:30pm The Grace of Necessity. Sam Greene is a Skagit County native that is Washington States first Poet Laureate and has recently won the Washington State Book Award for poetry. The Museum is located at 121 S 1st, La Conner. For more information visit www.museumofnwart.org or call 360-466-4446.

28th~ La Conner Rotary Club 43rd Annual Smelt Derby has a day filled with fun family events. Pancake breakfast to benefit the La Conner High School Senior Class begins at 800 am at Maple Hall. The 5k-10k Smelt Run/Walk sponsored by Skagit Symphony begins at the La Conner Middle School registration is at 8:30am Day ends at maple hall witht eh Smelt Fest Dinner (no smelt just good food!) from 5:00pm-9:00pm. Kentucky Rain will be playing for your listening and dancing pleasure. For more information visit www.laconnerrotary.org