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
Farmstrong Restaurant and Brewery is hosting the second annual Chili and Chowder Cook-off! This event is presented by Craft Stove. $15 gets you six samples and your vote! If you want to be a contestant it is $25. Professionals and amateurs are both welcome to compete! There will be two different divisions for amateurs and professionals, so put yourself in the division that you think you have the best shot at winning in!
There will be 8 prizes awarded. (A first and second place for best chowder and best chili in each division)
*There will also be a trophy for “Best of Show”, so get creative!*
1st place chili and chowder in each division: $150 and a plaque, 2nd place chili and chowder: your entry fee back.
This sounds like it’s going to be really fun, even if you are just coming to a a judge! The cook-off will be from 1:00-4:00 pm. Address of Farmstrong Restaurant: 110 Steward Rd., Mount Vernon, WA 98273.
Send your team name and entry fee to PO Box 1007 Mount Vernon, WA 98273 OR drop it by the amount Vernon Chamber of Commerce (301 W. Kincaid St., Mount Vernon, WA 98273)
Direct any questions to Jeremy Kinlund - 360-428-8547.
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
What an interesting topic! You will have the opportunity to learn about wild mushrooms, their purpose in the forest, morphology, and all of the different ways that wild mushrooms can be used! Dress for the weather and prepare to get a little muddy as you head out into the forest to find the mushrooms! The guide, Travis. will show you what mushrooms are safe to eat and also the poisonous ones. This would be an awesome opportunity to learn for anyone interested in learning basic survivalist skills!
$45 for adults, $25 for students and children 10+, children under age 10 are FREE! - Your admission cost will get you FREE coffee and a booklet with more information and recourses to continue your education! You can register on their website or pay cash in person on the day of.
The group will meet at 1:00 pm and it is expected to last until 4:00 pm at Muk Cafe at Mukilteo Coffee Roasters 5331 Crawford Rd. Langley, WA 98260 - 408-316-3050 - Email: whidbeymushrooms@gmail.com
The Fir-Conway Lutheran Church is hosting the 5th annual community Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 31st, 2018. The hunt will start at 10:00 am and end at 12:00 pm. It is open to the public. Rain or shine!
Address: 19710 WA-534 Mount Vernon, WA 98274
Stilly River Yarns has started a new meet up- ‘Saturday Spin-In’! These afternoons are filled with men and women of all ages and experience levels. Any and all are welcome to join in the fun! They do ask that you bring all of your own fibers and spinning equipment. For children ages 14 and under they ask that a parent be present for the entire afternoon. The meet-ups will be from 1:00-4:00 pm at Stilly River Yarns in Stanwood. Come check it out and expand your skills with a diverse crowd!
Address: 9913 271st St. NW #A Stanwood, WA 98292
Phone: 360-631-5801
On Saturday, March 24th, 2018 from 11:00 am to 3 pm, the Skagit Valley Co-Op is hosting a wellness fair. All are welcome! Come explore the natural path to wellness with hands-on classes taught by health coaches and wellness experts. Classes will include essential oil remedies, gardening, pickling and fermenting foods, along with information on transitioning into a plant-based diet.
Phone number: 360-336-9777
Address: 202 S 1st St. Mt. Vernon, WA 98273
