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Your weekly ePB from the All Point Bulletin | Volume 4 | Issue 3
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New board of directors for Friends of the Point Roberts Library 
Photo by Ed Park
At their annual general meeting on April 13, the Friends of the Point Roberts Library elected a new board of directors for 2013. The new board is as follows: Barb Wayland (president), Louise Cassidy (treasurer), Heidi Baxter (secretary), Bill Liaskas (representative from the support committee), Judy Ross (representative from the fundraising committee), Mark Robbins (representative from parks and recreation) and Kris Lomedico (representative from the library system).
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Linda Lael Miller gives romance writing workshop
Friends of the Point Roberts Library are hosting a writing workshop by New York Times bestselling romance author Linda Lael Miller on Saturday, April 20, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the community center. There is a suggested donation of $50 at the door. Linda will be signing books at the center from 4 to 4:30 p.m. - bring your own book. She will also be available to meet at a wine happy hour at Brewster's Fine Foods, 1379 Gulf Road from 5 to 6 p.m. There is a $10 suggested donation at the door for happy hour. All donations benefit the new Point Roberts Library. Join in for one or all events.
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EVENTS
Friends of the Point Roberts Library Romance Writing Workshop: Saturday, April 20, 2-6 p.m., community center. New York Times best selling author Linda Lael Miller will teach writing skills. Writing workshop, book signing and happy hour at Brewster's. Workshop suggested donation $50 at the door, happy hour suggested donation $10. All proceeds support the new Point Roberts Library building fund. Info: 945-6545.
Stella and Dot Trunk Show: Saturday, April 20, 7 p.m., Auntie Pam's Country Store, 1480 Gulf Road. Stella and Dot jewelry, artist Vanessa Prestage, psychic and astrology readings, appetizers and wine. Info: 945-1626.
Point Roberts Game Night: Saturday, April 20, 6:30-9 p.m., Point Roberts Library, 1487 Gulf Road. A fun night of games for kids of all ages. Board games, pool, ping pong and shuffle-board. Info: 945-6545.
CPR Class: Monday, April 22, 6-10 p.m., 2030 Benson Road. Participants will learn adult, child and infant CPR, choking and AED (automated external defibrillator) use. Class is free, certification card $5. Register by emailing chief@wcfd5.com.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Party: Tuesday, April 23, 3-4 p.m., Point Roberts Library, 1487 Gulf Road. Who will find the Golden Ticket? It could be you! Games, crafts, treats and chocolate. For grades K-5. Info: 945-6545.
Plant Sale and Work Party: Sunday, April 29, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m., Point Roberts Homegrown Food Co-op, 1702 B Benson Road. The work party will be mulching the upper field. The plant sale will feature produce for you to grow at home. Info: 945-5020.
Donate to the Point Roberts PTO Garage Sale: Monday, April 29 through Monday, May 20, weekdays, 1:30-4 p.m., Point Roberts Primary, 2050 Benson Road. Sale Saturday and Sunday, May 25-26, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Put aside your gently used items and donate them to help raise funds for Point Roberts Primary School. Info: 945-2223.
Point Roberts Garden Club Plant Sale: Saturday, May 18, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., community center. Inside-outside, rain or shine. Home grown potted plants from private gardens and garden decor. Info: richardandsue61@msn.com.
DIGIVATIONS Outdoor Adventures Through Time: Percy Jackson Registration: Children's camps July 5-7, July 7-13, August 11-17 and August 18-24, Point Roberts. Registration: 604/628-9825, digivations.com.
Register for Split Second Summer Basketball Camp: Monday, July 15 through Friday, July 19, 9 a.m.- noon or 1-4 p.m., Southpointe Academy, 1900 56th Street, Tsawwassen. A fun, fast-paced week of basketball training. Cost is $160. Register at splitsecondbasketball.com/summercamp.
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Whatcom County Fire District 5
 Whatcom County Fire District 5 is looking for interested community members to be volunteer District Ambassadors. The Ambassador Program is being established to create an organization of interested supporters of WCFD5 to represent and support WCFD5 and its needs to the public and in other situations as needed by WCFD5. Members will be solicited from local homeowners' associations, businesses, and civic organizations that have an interest in the well-being of WCFD5. This is a volunteer position within the meaning of the FLSA. As such, individuals serving in this position do so for civic, charitable and/or humanitarian reasons, without promise, expectation or receipt of compensation for services rendered, as defined in the FLSA. Interviews for this position will be conducted in May with specific date to be set. Interested persons should send resume and letter of interest to Chief Christopher Carleton at chief@wcfd5.com or to the station located at 2030 Benson Road, Point Roberts, WA 98229.
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MEETINGS AND ONGOING EVENTS
Cemetery District Meeting: Tuesday, April 23, 5 p.m., 260 Tyee Drive.
PR Chamber of Commerce: Tuesday, April 23, 7 p.m., community center.
Library Fundraising Committee: Wednesday, April 24, 1 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 1880 A.P.A. Road.
"Law of Attraction" Discussion Group: Wednesday, April 24, 7 p.m., community center. Info: 945-5043.
Point Roberts Taxpayers Association Meeting: Monday, May 6, 7 p.m., community center. Representatives from the cemetery district and chamber of commerce have been invited. Info: 945-1357.
Point Roberts Clinic Hours: Mondays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 2030 Benson Road. For appointment, call 945-2580.
United States Citizenship Class: Every Tuesday in April, call for times, Point Roberts Library, 1487 Gulf Road. Prepare for your citizenship interview and study United States history and government for the examination. Five free classes taught in English, ELL students are welcome! Contact the library to register. Registration is required and class size is limited. For adults. Info: 945-6545.
Free Taxi Ride to Bellingham: Every Tuesday. Home pick-up. Call 676-7433 one to seven days prior. Depart and pick-up at the Cordata Station. Triangles to WTA. Info: Elizabeth, 945-1640.
Walking Group: Wackie Walkers meet Tuesdays and Thursdays to walk the paths. Tuesdays, meet at Lighthouse Park at 8 a.m. Info: Jim, 945-1934 or Sally, 945-1804.
PR Art Group: Fridays, 5 to 7 p.m., community center.
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