La Conner June E-Newsletter

LODGING SPECIALS:

Estep's Residences consist of four fully equipped homes. All are located in the heart of La Conner. Stay three nights and receive half-off your third night. Call (360) 466-2116 to make your reservations.

Katy’s Inn is offering Midweek Specials, Sunday-Thursday. Stay two nights- receive $50.00 off, Stay three nights – receive 3rd night free! Located at 503 S. Third St, La Conner. 360-466-9909.

Potlatch RV Resort has recently begun renting RV spaces to the public for $35 per night. We also have tent sites at $22 a night. Each site has a grassy area that a tent can be set up on. Located at 420 Pearle Jensen Way, La Conner, 360-466-4468.

Queen of the Valley Inn is offering the "Royal Stimulus Package" - 20% off 2 nights and 30% off 3 nights through May and June. Come see where your food is grown! Located at 12757 Chilberg Rd, 360-466-4578.

Skagit Bay Hideaway is offering $199 per night/2 night minimum. Located 17430 Goldenview Ave. just over the Rainbow Bridge. Private island waterfront getaway with private “tree house” hot tub. 360-466-2262/888466-2262.

The Heron Inn & Watergrass Day Spa is offering Canadian dollars at par for the months of May and June. Located at 117 Maple Ave, La Conner 360-466-4626.


RETAIL NEWS:


Bears ‘N Friends is working to raise money for the Anacortes Relay for Life - Cancer Research- We are selling a 13" Gund Bear with a sweatshirt that says "Need a Hug" or "Could you use a hug". The bears are $15 (suggested retail from Gund $20) with all of the proceeds going to our cancer walk team. We are also collecting change. It is "Huskies" vs. "Cougars" whichever team brings in the most money their flag will fly on our site on the day of the walk, June 26 - 27. Located at 509 S. First St., La Conner 360-466-3528.

Happy Father’s Day Dads! Childhood Bliss offers special books about daddy’s, and the Petunia Pickle Bottom Scout diaper bag especially designed for Dads. Mention La Conner’s E-Newsletter for 20% off the Scout Diaper Bag. Located at 521 Morris St, La Conner 360-466-BABY.

Nasty Jack’s Antiques won first place in the Evening Magazine annual Best of Western Washington Northwest Escapes for Favorite Antique Store! Stop by and see why at 103 Morris St, 360-466-3209.


Native Springs has a special offer: For the entire month of June, everyone can enjoy our great locals’ spa treatment discount. Just mention this ad and receive $20 off any spa service. Your Choice!
Buy 3 get one FREE-- During the month of June receive a free FOOT TLC with the purchase of any three Clay Facials. Package of 3 = $180 and receive $40 clay exfoliation of the foot and legs. Leaves your skin baby soft. You have a year to use this package. Located at 125 E. Washington St. (360) 708-8313

The Skagit River Boutique announces the addition of David Kahn jeans for women. These jeans are the softest jeans you have ever worn. We invite the ladies to come in and try the David Kahn jeans and become one of those who will wear nothing else. We also are continuing our "Not your Daughter's Jeans", in dark denim and black but at a very special price of $79.00, the lowest price anywhere! Located at

EVENTS & HAPPENINGS:

Gallery 109 invites you to an opening reception for artist’s Peggy Doyle, painter and collage artist, and Marguerite Goff, ceramic artist, Saturday, June 6th from 6-9 pm. This show will run June 6 – July 26, 2009. Gallery 109 is located at 109 Commercial Street, La Conner. The gallery is open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Please note: Gallery 109 will change gallery name to Gallery Cygnus in the next couple of months.

Hellams Vineyard is offering a Wildlife Cruise – Saturday, June 13th, 6:30 – 8:30 pm. This trip will take us down the Swinomish Channel and into Padilla Bay, a stunning wildlife sanctuary filled with rare birds and other marine life. This is one of the best times of the year to view wildlife both on land and in the water, with many species visiting our area during this short window of time. A careful selection of fine wines from the shop will be available for tasting, with gourmet heavy appetizers served. Cost is only $89 per person + tax; please RSVP to the wine shop at 360.466.1758. Please be at the wine shop no later than 6:00 p.m. so we can check you in, and bring a light jacket and camera with you!


Lincoln Theatre presents The Mishras Friday, June 19th at 8:00 pm $23, $20, $17 Reserved Seating. The father and son sitar duo return to Lincoln Theatre for an encore performance. These masterful musicians (Pandit Shivnath and Deobrat Mishra), have received praise from international press, fans and academics. The Lincoln Theatre is located at 712 South First Street, Mount Vernon. For more information and tickets call 360-336-8955 or 877-754-6284 toll free.

Christianson’s Nursery presents the Sixth Annual Rose Festival with Ciscoe Morris Saturday, June 20th, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Schedule of Events can be found at www.christiansonsnursery.com. The Tri-Valley Rose Society will hold its annual Rose Show in the historic 1888 Schoolhouse on the grounds of Christianson’s Nursery. The public is encouraged to bring in their roses for entry into the show. All entries are due by 10:00 am on the morning of the show. This year there will be four major award categories. Plan to attend this special event and enjoy the Rose Festival being held throughout the Nursery. Located at 15806 Best Rd, just outside of La Conner. 360-466-3821.

The Museum of Northwest Art’s 17th Annual Art Auction is Saturday, June 20th. 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 $75 in advance. Call (360) 466-4446, Ext. 109 or online at www.museumofnwart.org. The Museum of Northwest Art is located in La Conner at 121 S. First Street.

La Conner Yacht Sales will host their 13th Annual "Fathers Day Weekend Boat Show", June 20 & 21, 2009 in the La Conner Marina. SAT/SUN: Over 30 previously enjoyed powerboats open for viewing on 'F' dock (South Guest Dock), FREE ADMISSION. SAT: Swap Meet at the La Conner Marina, South moorage basin, nautical or KNOT treasures. (Swap Meet is available to the non-commercial public to sell your wares, no charge for space, donation to non- profit beneficiary appreciated.) SAT/SUN: Enjoy hot dogs, bottled water, sodas, and chips. 100% of raffle and donation proceeds to benefit the non-profit SKAGIT BAY SEARCH AND RESCUE ORGANIZATION! To preview the boats to be on display, visit http://www.laconneryachtsales.com/. If you have any questions, call La Conner Yacht Sales: 360.466.3300 or toll free at 800.232.8879. BRING DAD TO LA CONNER!!


The Skagit County Historical Museum ~ All fathers will enjoy free admission on Father’s Day, June 21. The current featured exhibit is “Harvesting the Light: Images of Contemporary Skagit Farm Life” a stunning photography exhibit focusing on the farms, the people and the bounty of Skagit Valley through the lens of 11 local photographers and the words of Skagit farmers. Located at 501 S. 4th Street, at the top of the hill in La Conner. Hours: Tuesday through Sunday, 11 to 5 pm. For more information, call 360.466.3365. admission is Adults:$4; Seniors:$3; Families:$8.

The Skagit County Historical Museum is also featuring a lovely quilt recently donated by the Territorial Daughters Chapter 2 for the Museum’s annual Quilt Raffle. All cotton and queen size, this beauty was made by the Conway Quilters. Raffle tickets are available for $1 each at the Museum and drawing is December 1. All proceeds benefit the Museum. The Skagit County Historical Museum is located at 501 S. 4th Street, at the top of the hill in La Conner. For more information, call 360.466.3365.


NOTICE TO BOATERS:

The Swinomish Channel-BNSF Rail Road Swing Bridge on the Swinomish Channel between Anacortes and La Conner will be closed for urgent repairs (replacement of center bearing and pinion gear). In order to do this, the span must be fixed in place and jacked up. The period starts 7 a.m. June 8 and ends June 12, 2009. The risk of mechanical failure influenced our decision not to postpone our approval until the end of boating season. Please spread the word and feel free to call me if you have questions. Austin Pratt Bridge, Administrator 13th Coast Guard District 206.220.7282

FEATURED BUSINESS FOR JUNE:

Earthenworks Gallery offers a unique selection of gifts, as well as artwork for the collector. Choose from the work of over four hundred American craftsmen and artists, including jewelry, glass, ceramics, woodworking, sculpture, outdoor garden art, lighting, wearable art and original paintings. Over the past thirty years, Earthenworks has earned a national reputation as a highly respected art gallery. It is recognized as one of the top twenty-five art and craft galleries in America. Earthenworks’ focus has always been one of quality, integrity, and personalized service. Although contemporary art and crafts are emphasized, much of the artwork enhances a more traditional environment as well. Earthenworks continues to seek new work from emerging artists and from those who are currently represented. We are happy to work with you and our artists to commission work and special orders that will meet your personal needs. Worldwide shipping, gift certificates, and complimentary gift-wrapping are available. We look forward to your visit. Located at 713 S. First Street, 360-466-4422, http://www.earthenworksgallery.com/.


Be sure to stop by the La Conner Visitor Information Center at 606 Morris Street as you come into town to pick up a La Conner Coupon Book. Filled with 70 coupons with discounts worth $100's, good for all of 2009 - and cost only $1.00! Give us a call at 360-466-4778/888-642-9284.