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June 21, 2026 -  A solstice is an event in which earth’s poles are most extremely inclined toward or away from the sun, at about 23.5 degrees. Solstices happen twice per year, June and December, marking the change of seasons to summer and winter. During the June solstice, the sun is directly over the Tropic of Cancer at noon and it marks the Northern Hemisphere astronomical beginning of summer with the longest daylight. In the Southern Hemisphere, it marks the beginning of astronomical winter, with the day having the shortest period of daylight. More 

Earth Day is an annual event celebrated on April 22 since 1970. It is a time to demonstrate support for environmental protection and an important reminder that we all have a role to play in protecting the planet. For Earth Day 2024 on April 22nd, EARTHDAY.ORG is reinstating its unwavering commitment to end plastics for the sake of human and planetary health, demanding a 60% reduction in the production of ALL plastics by 2040

 Credit for the Earth Day idea goes to Gaylord Nelson, an American politician from Wisconsin and leading figure in the fight against environmental degradation and social injustice. Rachel Carson, a marine biologist and best-selling author provided the spark for this movement with the 1962 publication of her book, "Silent Spring" which showed the devastating effects of modern pesticides on the natural world.

"Forever chemicals or PFAS, can increase health risks for certain cancers and other diseases when present in drinking water in minuscule concentrations measured in parts per trillion. ....... Testing has found more than a dozen Washington public water systems with detections above levels defined by the state to be suitable for long-term consumption — and widespread testing is just ramping up" Read more

By now, few people question the reality that humans are altering Earth’s climate. The real question is: How quickly can we halt, even reverse, the damage?...Read more

> How auto dealers’ lobbyist wrote an exemption into Washington’s new capital gains tax law || by Jim Brunner : The Seattle Times

> Tree-Free Paper is rescuing forests and farmers in Washington || by Britany Robinson : Reasons to Be Cheerful

> The PNW is a leader on forage fish management — but it needs better data || by Hannah Weinberger : Crosscut

Rachel Louise Carson (1907 - 1964) was an American scientist, writer, ecologist and conservationist. Her book, Silent Spring and other writings are credited with advancing the global environmental movement.

Friday Harbor Film Festival is nearly here! Come celebrate the film, WILD, with your family and friends!
WILD is a documentary about Alaska's Bristol Bay. This is a family friendly event that is also very educational! Spread the word. See you there! 

GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!

When: Friday and Saturday, October 26th and 27th, 2019 at 1:00 pm
Phone: 360-298-1939
Email: info@fhff.org
Address: 10 First St, Friday Harbor, Washington 98250

Join the Anacortes Farmers Market each Saturday from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm!

You'll find handmade items like soap and honey, fine arts & crafts, candles, clothes, jewelry and more!
Pick up some homegrown produce such as veggies, fruits, eggs, meat and fish while you relax to live music in the background!

Bring the kids along for kids activities that take place from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm.

There will have hot food options available as well as an outdoor cafe. You can find the master gardeners plant clinic indoors or relax and enjoy the sculpture garden and madrone grove next door! 

It's truly fun for everyone  - see you there!

When: Saturday's until October 26th, 2019 at 9:00 am

Address: 611 R Ave, Anacortes, Washington 98221

Phone: 360-293-7922 
Email: info@anacortesfarmersmarket.org