County recycling decision is against the birds | WHIDBEY BIRDING
Last month I had the opportunity to visit family in New York. On the day of my return flight, the morning news announced that New York’s already extensive curbside recycle program would soon expand to accept some previously excluded items like shampoo bottles and other difficult-to-recycle plastics. I rejoiced along with local newscasters who praised the city for broadening its commitment to recycling.
Secret Spring Farm Field Trip
Today is Food Revolution Day, a day that is committed to learning about where our food is sourced. I thought it was a perfect day to share a recent visit to my new favorite farm on Bainbridge Island, Secret Spring Farm. It was a great day to get together for a Secret Spring Farm Field Trip...
Copper River Salmon Season 2013 in the Pacific Northwest
There are 26 Haggen and Top Food stores located in western Washington, with headquarters in the Bellingham, WA area. The chain has started the count down for the coveted Copper River Salmon Season 2013 to begin. Haggen and Top Food Stores offer the freshest, exceptional quality and variety of Pacific Salmon from Mid-May through October....
Vote for the women: Suffragettes march into bright future
With an eye on the cause, the suffragettes took to the streets Saturday morning in Langley, and confused the occasional tourist, but mostly put smiles on the faces of the onlookers.
Ferment your way to exceptional compost
“Bokashi – A Fermenter’s Alternative to Traditional Composting,” will be demonstrated from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 19 at the Deer Lagoon Grange. Cost is $40.
Gluten Free Foodies Celiac Awareness 2013 Giveaway
Gluten Free Foodies Celiac Awareness 2013 Giveaway enter to win a new, fancy Gluten Free Foodies apron to wear and share the Gluten Free Foodies love! We are chatting it up, cooking it up, and giving away all sorts of fun during our Celebrate Celiac Awareness for 31 Days in May ! Please share this...
Celiac Disease – How and Why Is Diagnosis Important
We are fast approaching our mid-month of Celebrate Celiac Awareness Month for 31 Days in May. There are 2 things that I want you to know more than anything. Celiac Disease – How and Why Is Diagnosis Important 1- How Do I get Diagnosed of Celiac Disease? As I mentioned in my previous posts, there...
Gluten Free Mother’s Day Brunch – Top 10
I thought I would make it a little easier for y’all to make Gluten Free Mother’s Day Brunch – Top 10 this weekend. So I have a list of the Gluten Free Foodies top 10 ideas! Duck Fat Hash Browns with Poached Eggs and Bacon Jam! Gluten Free Blueberry and Preserved Lemon Syrup Waffles – GF...
Poppy Girl encounters war memories of Whidbey Island veterans
A Poppy Girl learns that an assisted living facility isn’t just a place where older people live, it’s where an irreplaceable storehouse of history is kept alive in the memories of residents.
Gluten Free Toaster Pastries
Ahh … what memories! I finally found the new Glutino Gluten Free Toaster Pastries at Whole Foods Market the other day! The Glutino Gluten Free Toaster Pastries are available in two flavors - Strawberry and Apple Cinnamon. Both are 160 calories, 5 grams fat and 4 grams of fiber. I want you to know that...
Hearts & Hammers: Volunteers, sunshine make for glorious workday and celebration
A glorious day on Saturday welcomed more than 400 volunteers who worked on 36 homes throughout South Whidbey on the 20th anniversary of Hearts & Hammers. Needed repairs were given to homeowners like John and Micky O’Brien, who could not do the work alone. John just turned 80 and despite keeping busy with upkeep on his house, some things he can no longer do, like climbing up a ladder.
