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Explore nature in an ADA-friendly walk

Whidbey Audubon Society is offering a unique opportunity for those with physical challenges.

(Photo provided by Ballydídean Farm Sanctuary) Chickens enjoy ripe berries as brightly colored as gems at Ballydídean Farm Sanctuary, where unsellable produce becomes dinner for farm animals.

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From waste to wonderful: Farm sanctuary collects leftover produce for animals

Ballydídean Farm Sanctuary in Clinton keeps unsellable produce from heading to the landfill.

(Photo provided) Rosie Cayou, a Coast Salish Elder, led dozens of salmon cermonies on Whidbey. By floating a salmon out to sea, she becons salmon to return to its waters so it can feed the whales, Berta explained.

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Salish elders remembered for their protective spirits

Bill Bailey and Rosie Cayou passed away within nine days of each other.

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Jewish festival of lights brightens island

The Chabad Jewish Center of Skagit County will return for its Whidbey menorah lighting on Dec. 15.

Photo by Allyson Ballard
Repairing and repainting Concordia Lutheran Church’s nativity scene took about nine months.

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Oak Harbor Nativity scene gets a new life

Linda Bounds spent nine months repairing and repainting the perforated display.

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Guests can meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at the drive-in’s Christmas Market.

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Blue Fox Drive-in hosts enhanced Christmas Village

The attraction boasts three new attractions, 100,000 additional lights and a big investment.

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A toy parrot brought to life by Drosselmeyer takes center stage for a scene in “The Nutcracker,” performed by the Whidbey Island Dance Theatre.

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‘The Nutcracker’ ballet takes stage at WICA

With a huge cast of over 70 performers, the production will feature new choreography and backdrops.

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Singing duo write a love song for Whidbey

Handsome and Gretyl perform “What Makes You Happy,” a whimsical tune with a catchy beat.

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Lady Klinkerbell Krampus, Whidbey Island’s very old Krampus, walked along with Saint Nick, a long-legged elf and many other creative characters during the Holly Jolly Parade in Langley Saturday. While Lady Klinkerbell Krampus may look scary, she’s part of a Northern European tradition that celebrates whimsy and the mischievous side of the holidays, according to the Whidbey Island Fair website. The Langley parade was one of several community events held on Saturday to welcome the Christmas season.

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Holiday mischief mixes with joy on Whidbey

Langley, Coupeville and Oak Harbor all rang in the season

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Petting zoo set for ‘Peter and the Wolf’

An orchestral production of “Peter and the Wolf” will be part of a special afternoon on Whidbey.

Photo by David Welton

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The lights of Christmas

Photos by David Welton

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The cast decks out in Christmas apparel, their faces smiling like it’s Christmas morning. Built in just six rehearsals, the production showcases the cast’s creativity and dedication.

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Christmas is spectacular at Whidbey Playhouse

The show blends classics with playful favorites while weaving in famous Christmas movie moments.

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Lions help out Holiday House

Last week, the Coupeville Lions Club donated $8,000 to Holiday House North.