All Point Bulletin News: Point Roberts fire commissioners schedule public meeting

Your weekly ePB from the All Point Bulletin | Volume 2 | Issue 42

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FEATURES

Have Aliens Landed?

Not quite. This "power crop circle" was built by Point Roberts residents Craig Jacks, Carol Clark and other volunteers outside the House of Heart on the corner of Benson Road and Tyee Drive.

Photo by Ed Park.

PR fire commissioners schedule public meeting

Fire district commissioners are holding a special meeting on March 20 to more closely scrutinize how the department's shift to paramedicine will impact the district's operations and finances. Read more...

Blaine schools waiting for specifics
on new faculty evaluation rules

Governor Chris Gregoire has signed into law new evaluation procedures for Washington teachers and principals, but school districts are still waiting on direction from the state school superintendent on how the rules should be implemented. Read more...

County sets date for Cherry Point terminal pre-scoping meeting

Local government officials have announced the date and time for a public meeting to explain the environmental review process for the proposed Cherry Point terminal. Read more...

UPCOMING EVENTS

St. Patrick's Day Sale: Saturday, March 17, 9 a.m. to noon, Point Roberts community center. Sale of books, movies and music. Proceeds to benefit the Dollars for Scholars program. Cookies, cupcakes and coffee will be available. Info: Davea Fisher, 360/945-0890.

Wings Over Water Northwest Birding Festival: Saturday, March 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Blaine Middle School. Guest speaker biologist and author Dick Cannings at 5 p.m., Blaine Performing Arts Center. Info: 800/624-3555; www.blainechamber.com/wow.

St. Patrick's Day Party at Pier Restaurant: Saturday, March 17, Pier Restaurant, 715 Simundson Drive. Irish stew, drink specials, music and more. Info: 360/945-7437.

St. Patrick's Day Party at Kiniski's Reef: Saturday, March 17, 9 p.m., Kiniski's Reef Tavern. Live music by the KORE. Info: 360/945-7333.

Gateway Pacific Terminal Pre-Scoping Meeting: Tuesday, March 20, 6 p.m. Bellingham High School, 2020 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham. County, state and federal regulators will describe the environmental review process for the Gateway Pacific Terminal to the public.

PR Fire District Public Meeting: Tuesday, March 20, 7 p.m. Benson Road Fire Hall, 2030 Benson Road. Fire commissioners will make final decisions on equipment purchases.

World Water Day: Thursday, March 22, 5 p.m., Lighthouse Marine Park. Discussion of water issues and gathering of ideas for cleansing the Salish Sea. Info: Ernie, 360/945-5175.

Down Under Wine Dinner: Friday, March 23, 7 p.m., Brewster's Fine Foods. RSVP: 945-4545.

Spring Fling: Saturday, March 31, 7:30 p.m., Point Roberts Community Center. An evening of live music, appetizers, great company, and a time and talent auction. Tickets: $10; can be purchased at Sterling Savings Bank, Brewster's Fine Foods and the Blue Heron Gallery. Funds will go toward hiring a local university student to promote Point Roberts this summer. Info: Samantha Scholefield, 604/838-7956.

MEETINGS & HAPPENINGS

Point Roberts Clinic Hours: Mondays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 2030 Benson Rd. Virginia Lester, ARNP. For appointment., call 360/945-2580.

Free Taxi Ride to Bellingham: Every Tuesday. Home pick-up. Call 360/676-7433 one to seven days before your trip. Depart and pick-up at the Cordata Station. Triangles to WTA. Elizabeth, 360/945-1640.

Storytime at Point Roberts Library: A half-hour of stories and more for preschoolers. Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. Free, open to the public. 1487 Gulf Road, 360/945-6545.

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