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.