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Hello and welcome to our home, the historic waterfront village of La Conner, Washington. We are the La Conner Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Information Center, a non-profit, community agency dedicated to making your visit an enjoyable one. Photo by Connie Coleman, painting by Bob Patterson.
Best Place to KISS! See why La Conner was voted best place to kiss! Enjoy perusing the Valentines Weekend events and other February offerings. We look forward to seeing you!
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Make La Conner Waterfront your destination this Valentines Weekend!
 Our wide array of lodging choices are perfect for a romantic getaway. Our Fine Northwest Dining choices offer special romantic dinners.
Enjoy a relaxing spa treatment, take in the sculpture walk & shop the boutiques/galleries, view the current museum exhibits, walk the docks, sip some fine wine, take in the aroma of the salt water, listen to the snow geese, and melt into a slower pace. From The Best Places to Kiss in the Northwest....."Although this area is assuredly the Northwest destination during the tulip festival, every season blesses it with a romantic aura all its own".
Seed's Bistro & Bar offers live music on Thursday, February 10th from 6-9pm. Enjoy Fidalgo Swings with Happy Hour prices 3-6pm. 623 Morris St, La Conner. 360-466-3280.
Enjoy the Taste of La Conner on Friday, February 11th, from *4 - 8 pm. Pre-paid Tickets will be available at the Visitor Center located at 606 Morris Street. Enjoy 5 tastes for $25. Participating restaurants: La Conner Seafood and Prime Rib House, La Conner Pub & Eatery, Nell Thorn (5-7pm), Seed's Bistro & Bar, Waterfront Café, and Washington Sips Wine Bar. All tickets will be pre-sold and purchased by phone 360-466-4778 or in person at 606 Morris Street, La Conner. Will Call is available!
Hellam's Vineyard Wine Shop & Bar proudly present: Valentine Wines - Saturday, February 12th, 1 - 6 p.m. Selected will be an assortment of off dry, dessert, pink bubbly and other fun wines to pour for your Valentines Day fun! We will have not only sweets paired with the wines, but various cheeses to match. Put a case together and receive a 20 per cent discount! Mixed cases ok.  Joan Barlow from Native Springs will offer her Everything Chocolate, which includes foot soak, scrubs, massage and reflexology. Cost is 1 dollar per minute. Located at 109 N. First St, La Conner. 360-466-1758.
Washington Sips Wine Bar will host some special events over Valentine's Day weekend, offering a "Red wine and chocolate" special from Friday the 11th through Sunday the 13th. Live Music: Friday Feb 11th: Tom Rigney "The Lone Bluesman" at 7 PM, Saturday Feb 12th: Puget Sound at 6:30 PM and Monday Feb 14th: Michael Gonzalez 7:30- this will be intimate, easy listening, background type music. Specials on red wines by the glass, and have different types of chocolates available for tasting and pairing with wine, and also available for sale. Valentine's day special package, and specials on Valentine's Day wines. Located at 608 S. First St, La Conner. 360-399-1037.
Waterfront Cafe is offering a Sweetheart dinner on Monday, February 14th, 2 for $29.95! Includes choice of anything on the menu plus a complimentary glass of champagne. Located at 128 S. First St. in the Pier 7 building, La Conner. 360-466-1579.
Photo courtesy of Sea Studio, www.seastudio.us, 206-979-9995.
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FEATURED BUSINESS
 Katy's Inn is one of the oldest homes in La Conner, built in 1882. "In the Heart of La Conner", when opened in 1984 it was the first bed and breakfast in town. The inn sits high on a hill overlooking the Swinomish Channel in the heart of the beautiful artistic village of La Conner, with easy access to sightseeing, shopping and dining.
There are three bedrooms upstairs; each room has doors leading out onto the balcony and one bedroom downstairs with a private entrance and porch. All four rooms have private baths Breakfasts are always a highlight!
You will find a large wrap-around porch for rocking and reading, a deck with hot tub, covered lounging area with gas fireplace and BBQ area, and well manicured grounds. Katy's Inn is open year-round and can also be booked for weddings, workshops, reunions, and special occasions. Voted #1 bed and breakfast in Skagit County for 2008, 2009 and 2010! Rent the Whole House for your Family Reunion, Girls Getaway or Couples Weekend! Current special; stay Sunday - Thursday and receive $50 off second night stay OR third night FREE! Located at 503 S. Third Street. Book online at
www.katysinn.com call 360-466-9909/866-528-9746.
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COMMUNITY
Smelt Derby!
February 26th, You are invited to participate in the 14th annual Smelt Run during the Smelt Derby Festival in La Conner on Saturday, February 26th. Registration and number pick-up opens at 8:30 am at La Conner Middle School, 305 N. 6th Street.
This 5K/10K run is USATF certified course. Don't like to run? Sign up for the 2M family walk or Kids Dash.
Proceeds from the Smelt Run benefit the Skagit Symphony's Youth Program. This program includes free School Concerts for 1300 local fifth graders and a Family Concert appropriate for youth ages 3 to 103! www.skagitsymphony.com
More info
Open Water Rowing/Paddling Club
February 5th, 10am at La Conner Swinomish Channel.  Sound Rowers conducts races coordinated by volunteers for world class and weekend athletes in any open water, human powered craft. Soundrowers sponsor races for kayaks, surf skis, rowing shells, rowboats and canoes throughout Puget Sound. There are more than a dozen different racing classes for all levels of competition, from recreational paddlers to Olympic athletes. Non-members are welcome to participate - all you need is a boat, a paddle, a PFD and whistle (required) and a nominal entry fee. Click here for more info!
Coupon Books - Shop and Save!
2011 La Conner Coupon Books are in and are only $2 for hundreds of dollars worth of savings, good for the entire year. Stop by the Visitor Center at 606 Morris Street or find the coupon books at any of La Conner's 3 museums.
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SPA and Personal Care
Valentine Weekend and beyond!
From spa time to fine dining and lodging choices, La Conner offers sweet choices for you!
Relax, restore, and revitalize with some of the Skagit Valley's best naturally focused health, fitness and bodywork practitioners. A DRY SAUNA! Perfect for warming up cold muscles before massage or as a stand alone treatment. Special lighting inside for mood, sinus issues, detoxing as well as a glass front door and private changing area. Contact La Conner Wellness Center 360-708-2022 to schedule.
Wellness Workshop at Queen of the Valley Inn
Whether you are in your 50's or your 20's, your sexual health should get the attention it deserves. From contraception to menopause we've got the answers to your most private health questions. Our guest speaker, Rebecca Wilhelm, ND with Skagit Natural Family Medicine will facilitate. 
Noon - 2pm, Sat., Feb. 19, 2011 $10 per person, pre registration is advised as seating is limited. 360-708-8313 for registration and details. VISA/MC accepted. Location: Queen of the Valley Inn is located 12757 Chilberg Road. One mile east of the La Conner round a bout. Tea and refreshments will be served. We will have a bowl for post it note questions to allow our speaker to address topics with total anonymity. Valentine Feet Hellam's Wine Shop has invited Joan Barlow with Native Springs to return for another spa/wine tasting event. Saturday, Feb 12 from 1-6pm. Come soak your feet and enjoy decadent chocolate foot scrub and massage-$1 per minute. Reflexology on site as well. Join us for a lovely afternoon of wine tasting and pampering for youself or with your special someone. Details call 360-708-8313. Location: 109 N First Street in La Conner.
Salon Rouge offer February Specials Feng Shui for your body workshop!
Radiate Beauty presents; Elynn Light
Transformational Image Consultant
 When: Thursday, Feb 10th
Time: 5:15 - 6:15 OR 6:30 - 7:30
Use The COLOR RED to spark your life. Is the FIRE element one of your dominant or secondary elements? What is your best shade? Berry? Brick? Fire Engine?
Attract others to your unique gifts! Come for some Valentine's FUN. FREE Intro~Demo
RSVP Limited Seating 466.4247
Valentine Specials at Salon Rouge!
2gether Couples Massage $170 for two.
2gether Couples Facials $170 for two
2gether Couples Pedicures $99
Just for her Packages
* Body Wrap, Exfoliating Scrub, Air wave - $150
* Glam it up! 10% off your Valentine Hair & Make-up
* Pedicure & Detox - $75
* Massage & Spa Pedicure -$125
Book now (360) 466-4247
Crescent Moon Yoga Center offers KARMA yoga on Monday nights 6:00pm with donations for the La Conner Sunrise Food Bank. That means your yoga class is paid with can goods or non perishables/cash donations. Nice! |
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SHOPPING
Flower Buses to the NW Flower & Garden Show Christianson's Nursery Bus reservations and tickets for the show are available through Christianson's Garden Store. This years theme is Once Upon a Time.  The Early bird price for the show is $16. The ticket price at the door will be $20. Flower Buses (Leave from Christianson's at 8:30 am and return at 6:00 pm) February 23-27, 2011 are the show dates, $49 pays for the bus trip and ticket. Reservations required. CHRISTIANSON'S NURSERY & GREENHOUSE 15806 Best Road Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Questions: (360) 466-3821
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DINING
Taste of La Conner - February!
You are invited to a Taste of La Conner on February 11th, from *4 - 8 pm. Pre-paid Tickets will be available at the Visitor Center located at 606 Morris Street. Enjoy 5 tastes for $25. Participating restaurants: La Conner Seafood and Prime Rib House, La Conner Pub & Eatery, Nell Thorn (5-7pm), Seed's Bistro & Bar, Waterfront Café, and Washington Sips Wine Bar. All tickets will be pre-sold and purchased by phone 360-466-4778 or in person at 606 Morris Street, La Conner. Will Call is available!
Ladies Night!
Hellams Vineyard Wine Shop & Bar will host LADIES NIGHT - Attention Ladies! If you haven't already RSVP'd for the Ladies Night coming up on Thursday, February 10th at 6 p.m. at the wine shop then you'd better do so quickly!
This evening includes a jewelry show by a local jewelry artist, live music, gourmet appetizers, Everything chocolate foot scrubs and massage, chair massage services and of course wine! Cost is $18 per person; $15 for club members and includes appetizers and a flight of wine tasting. *Additional wines by the glass, massage treatment and jewelry extra. Pre-registration is required to the wine shop, call 360.466.1758. Hellams Vineyard is located at 109 N. First St, La Conner.
CAMANO Island Inn
Valentine's Day Dinner at Camano Island Inn from the kitchen of our 5-Star Chef, Nick Parker and team.
Unique fine dining for you and your sweetheart. Join us on this special evening February 14th for a preset six course-tasting menu at the Camano Island Inn. The cost will be $65.00 per person and reservations start at 4pm. Hurry, we book up quickly! 360-387-0783
February is the month of romance at the La Conner Channel Lodge or Country Inn!
Take your Sweetheart to Afternoon Tea @ Ruby Sues Tea shop
Menu includes: Heart-shaped Black Currant Scones (with jam, lemon curd & clotted cream), A Trio of Tea Sandwiches (cucumber, chicken & ham), Heart & Rose Shaped Petit Fours, Cherry Tart and Cream Puff, Three-cheese Savory Tart, Chocolate-dipped Strawberries Raspberry Sherbet Lover's Leap Tea - By Reservation Only (360)466-9948 - Available every Thur, Fri & Sat in February & Monday the 14th (Valentines day) $22.00 per person. 10% Off for all Country Inn & Channel Lodge guests!
LODGING SPECIALS! 1 night stay, Queen Deluxe Room Sun-Thurs $159 at the Channel Lodge. Includes champagne, heart shaped brownie, red rose, continental breakfast. The Country Inn offers 1 night stay Sun-Thurs $119 Includes champagne, heart shaped brownie, red rose, continental breakfast. Call 60-466-1500 / 888-466-4113 for reservations.
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MUSIC
Dance Band plays at Maple Hall
La Conner Institute of Performing Arts is proud to present
Camano Junction!
Friday, February 18. 2011 at 7:30 pm
A full dance band in the Big Band tradition designed for finger snapping or dancing cheek-to-cheek. Renew musical memories of the 40's and 50's. Led by Chuck Mander, Ret. St. Chief, US Navy, the group will ignite spirited interest in the magical music of that era for those who are young as well as those who are young at heart. We'll roll up the carpet if you want to kick up your heels.
Maple Hall is located at 104 Commercial St, La Conner.
International Guitar Night at the Lincoln Theatre
February 6, 7:30pm The 11th annual tour of International Guitar Night, American acoustic guitarist Brian Gore will be joined by Clive Carroll, England's show-stopping steel string guitarist and favorite IGN alumnus, along with Alexandre Gismonti, exciting young Brazilian guitarist and son of the legendary Egberto Gismonti, and Pino Forastiere one of the leading players of the new contemporary steel string guitar world.
This yearly Lincoln Theatre event is always a stunning show of musical talents. Make sure you don't miss this collection of the world's best guitarists! The Lincoln Theatre is located at 712 S. First St, Mount Vernon. 360-336-8935.
Music About Town
Live music at Washington Sips: Tuesday February 8th is Mardi Gras, so we will be having a special night of music, along with a masquerade party (we will provide masks but you are welcome to bring your own if you have one for some reason)! The blues group Slimfat Lips will perform at 7 PM, and we will be featuring wines from Masquerade Winery out of Benton City, WA!
Friday the 11th of February kicks off our "Red Wine and Chocolate" weekend. Friday through Sunday the 13th, we will have a wine flight menu with a selection of different flights, and each flight will come with an assortment of gourmet chocolates to pair with! Later on Friday night at 7 PM, Tom Rigney "The Lone Bluesman" will perform.
Saturday the 12th we will have a wine tasting of St. Laurent wines from 2-6, then at 6:30 the band Puget Sound (Amy Hindman and Morty Webb) will perform. www.washingtonsips.com, 360-399-1037.
Plus live music at Seed's Bistro & Bar every Thursday. www.seedsbistro.com, 360-466-3280
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La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum
A new exhibit January 12-March 27, 2011. 1st Floor-Crazy Quilts, 2nd Floor-Four Embroiderers, 3rd Floor-Four Embroiderers.  News!The awaited restoration gift of $40,000 from M.J. Murdock will be presented this spring and has challenged the museum to raise an additional $40,000 in matching funds in order to acquire the second half of their contribution. The group is excited to start work on the exterior renovation this spring. Located at 703 S. 2nd Street La Conner. Would you like to participate or donate? Call 360-466-4288
Museum of Northwest Art
The Museum of Northwest Art is proud to bring a Group Show: WildLife
January 8, 2011 - March 2, 2011
A group show featuring animals of subtle substance. In two and three dimensions, large and small scale, artists explore the environment, culture, history, and literature in their depictions of animals. Artists include Michelle Bear, Mark Calderon, Claire Cowie, Justin Gibbens, Todd Horton, Craig T. Langager, Sherry Markovitz, Robert McCauley, Saya Moriyasu, Peregrine O'Gormley, Eugene Parnell, and Joseph Rossano. The Museum of Northwest Art is located at 121 S. First St, La Conner. 360-466-4446.
Shop & Dine - MoNA STYLE
March 5 - The Museum of Northwest Art presents its annual wearable art show, a one-day sale featuring works by 40 Northwest artists.  Meet the artists and shop for clothing, jewelry, accessories, and items for the home. Make it a day: enjoy lunch with your friends at one of our Sponsor Restaurants, where on informal "runways" live models will show off the artists' creations. Details Call 360-466-4446
The Historical Museum
Sunday, February 27 at 2 pm
Skagit Topics Presentation
THE RESORT ERA: Cabin Camping in the '30s and '40s
Jeff Wheeler, Park Manager at recently refurbished and opened to the public Cama Beach State Park and expert on the subject, will share tales of a bygone time, and tell how you can recapture the experience today!
 The Historical Museum is located at 501 S. 4th Street, at the top of the hill in La Conner. Admission: Adults $4, Seniors $3, Families $8. For more information call 360.466.3365 Hours of Operation: Tuesday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(360) 466-3365 email: Museum@co.skagit.wa.us
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 We encourage you to see what makes this area authentic. We are known for our friendly people, diverse communities, cultural attractions including three museums & outdoor sculpture exhibits, locally owned inns, boutiques & galleries, and an environment of mountains, farms, rivers, islands and the Salish Sea. Adventures from the relaxing to the exhilarating are yours, all in a setting of stunning natural beauty.
Stroll channel town! Let us show you why we truly are the heart of the Magic Skagit Valley and the BEST tiny town in Western Washington!
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Sincerely,
Marci Plank
Director - La Conner Chamber of Commerce |
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