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Photo provided. “The Whidbey Island Frost Weaver,” a story that follows an elf whose arrival on the island unleashes chaos, is Book 10 of the “Weirdbey Island” series.

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Whidbey author pens 10th book in series

“Whidbey Island Frost Weaver” is the 10th book in the beloved “Weirdbey Island” series.

Photo by David Welton. A large metal sign outside of WICA is unmistakable from far away.

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WICA celebrates 30 years of the art of community support

In celebration of its 30th anniversary, cupcakes and special performances comprise WICA’s set in May.

Photo provided. System Crash is returning June 27 at Windjammer Park, and features 14 artists this year.

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Alternative music festival returns to Oak Harbor

Three current and former Wildcats craving a different sound in Oak Harbor proved it is possible.

Executive Director Jessie Gunn has worked with the foundation since 2019.

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Whidbey Community Foundation marks 10 years of philanthropy

It has grown from a small, local fundholder to a hub for island philanthropy and nonprofit support.

Langley United Methodist Church is known for warmth, inclusion and a music spirit.

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Langley United Methodist Church marks 125 years of faith and inclusion

A number of events are planned throughout May.

Photo by David Welton. The Whidbey Ren Faire continues to grow into one of the island’s most anticipated tourism weekends, said President and Founder Arielle Morgan.

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Whidbey Ren Faire brings medieval magic back for third year

The whimsical festival runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 23-24 at Beach View Farm in Oak…

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New book feathers Whidbey’s iconic red-footed bird with fame

“The Bird with Flaming Red Feet: Seasons with an Uncommonly Common Seabird” considers pigeon guillemot

Side by side, high school students rehearse alongside retirees and lifelong musicians perform beside those rediscovering music after years away.

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‘The Time Between’ explores the day through song

The Whidbey Community Chorus Chamber Orchestra will present its free spring concert on May 17.

Much of the band’s newest album is inspired by Thoreson’s experiences as a fire ecologist.

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From vineyard nights to bigger lights

Jessie Thoreson and the Crown Fire played to a sizable crowd at Dancing Fish Vineyards last week.

Photo provided. Juneau recently reopened his office at Whidbey Massage Therapy in Freeland after recovering from a motorcycle accident last November.

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Massage therapist kneads a comeback

A Freeland massage therapist is returning to work on the island with an almost radical idea.

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Whidbey offers outdoor fun for happy campers

Summer camps are popping up across the island.

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Whidbey offers fun for happy campers

Summer camps are popping up across the island

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From lawman to literary judge: Hawley’s crime-filled reading streak

Mike Hawley read 65 true-crime books over 10 months to choose a winner