Curious about fencing or wanting to brush up on your techniques? On Saturdays, starting March 24th, 2018 through April 14th, 2018, the Stanwood/Camano Fencing Club will be holding beginner and intermediate fencing lessons at Cedarhome Baptist Church. The lessons will be held from 10:0” am to 11:00 am in the Fellowship hall unless there is a conflicting church event then it will be in the old sanctuary. Beginners mayare free and may borrow the equipment. After 3 sessions, you will be charged the normal dues and have to purchase your own equipment ($130). $5 per fencer per visit for a maximum of $15 per month. 

Address: Cedarhome Baptist Church - 29000 68th Ave NW 
Stanwood, Washington 98292

The second annual Camano Island Historic Sites tour is coming up on  Friday, April 6th - Sunday, April 8th, 2018 from 8:00 a 4:00 pm. This is a FREE (for all ages) self guided tour, although there is an option of a guided walking tour. 

On the tour, you can try your hand at butter churning and explore the several exhibits they will have set up at each artifact. Some of the things you can expect to see on the tour include: 100+ year old buildings, Barns, schools and churches. There will be a pipe organ concert as well as a big band dance. You also have the option of staying the weekend in one of the cabins or one of the local bed and breakfasts! 

Because this tour includes many locations to visit, you can check out their webesite for the map and decide where you’d like to start! (Just click on the picture below and it will direct you there!)

On Saturday, April 21st, 2018, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm come out and enjoy live music, a food truck, over 40 local vendors and a fashion show put on by Stanwood’s ‘Ladders and Lace’ clothing store. The fashion show is at 12.00 pm and there will be a silent auction at 3:00 pm. This sounds like a fun-filled day with lots of neat things to look at and explore! Fun for the whole family.

Address: Stillaguamish Grange Building #1058 6521 Pioneer Hwy Stanwood, Washington 98292

Boat builder Jay Smith, from Fidalgo Island, will be telling the story of his experiences in traditional shipbuilding. He will be launching a replica of a ship called Polaris, that was built in Norway 1030 AD. He will be at the Oak Harbor library on Saturday, April 7th, 2018 from 2:00-3:00 pm. Address: 1000 Regatta Dr., Oak Harbor, WA  Phone: 360-675-5115

On Saturday, April 7th, 2017, come on out to Pub 282 on Camano Island! Enjoy a cold one while listening to live music! The lineup will include: $cratch Daddy, Seattle Slim, Matt Williams, Donna Dupras, and Barry Brovan. 

On Saturday, April 7th, 2018, Knut Bell and the Blue Collars are coming to Loco Billy’s Wild Moon Saloon in Stanwood! Doors open at 6:30 pm. $8 charge covers your entry, free billiards, and includes the line dancing lessons that start at 8:00 pm. Happy Hour is from 6:30-8:30 pm. Knut will take the stage at 9:00 pm but he has a LARGE local following, so get there early if you want a great seat! His music is Country, honky-tonk outlaw, and original country music covers. Show up! It’s sure to be a great time!  

Address: 27021 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood, WA 98292

Phone:425-737-5144

The Mount Vernon Downtown Association is excited to announce the First Saturday Art Walk on Saturday, April 7th, 2018 from 2:00-5:00 pm. The walk will take place in downtown Mount Vernon. 

Charlotte Slade Decker, a poster artist is exhibiting 'Embellish.' 

Perry and Carlson will be showcasing Debra and Goldman with her collection titled 'Ohana: Dreaming in Red.' 

Other artists include: Becky Taft, Linde Husk, Ben Mann, Jo Jones, Brittney Nelson, Feliks Kaparchuk, Karen Neugebauer and Robert DeFreest. 

The talent of these artists is going to make this walk a one of a kind experience. Check out some of the other local businesses while you are downtown!

Address: S. First Street, Mount Vernon, WA 98273

On Saturday, March 24th, 2018 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, STRiV Coffeehouse in Stanwood is hosting a Spring Vendor Party! Come learn about 8 local vendors! Enjoy a cup of coffee while you shop! The local vendors will be selling custom signs, essential oils, jewelry, skin care, and health and wellness products! What a fun way to dive (or should I say, STRiV) into Spring! 

Phone: 360-631-5833

Address: 7208 267th St. NW Stanwood, WA 98292

The baseball and softball fields at Cedargome Elementary need some TLC in order to be used for the upcoming little league games and practices. Anyone willing to lend a hand will be gladly welcomed! Dress for the weather and expect to get dirty. The Work Party will be on Saturday, April 7th, 2018 at 9:00 am.

Address: 27911 68th Ave. NW, Stanwood, WA 98292