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Photo by Susan Lavery

Silver Lavery of Ladner admires one of the recently decorated fire hydrants on a trip to the Point on February 5.
FEATURES
Rates expected to jump 8 percent
 
With another 8 percent hike in water rates on the horizon, the Point Roberts Water District is inviting the public to learn why, and share their opinions on the continuing rise in the cost of water.
 
Read more about the water hike here.
PRCAC appoints new member
Photo by Meg Olson

Holger Michelsen is the newest at-large member of the Point Roberts Community Advisory Committee. With approval from Whatcom County Executive Jack Louws, Michelsen officially took his spot on the committee February 11.


Fire marshal lifts 
Whatcom County burn ban
 
It's OK to burn again, as long as you promise to be careful. Due to the recent rain and increase in fuel moisture levels, the Whatcom County fire marshal lifted the restrictions on all open burning in unincorporated Whatcom County on February 10.  
 
For details on continuing burn bans, read story.
 
Library board of trustees vacancy
 
Whatcom County residents are encouraged to apply for a vacancy on the Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) Board of Trustees to fill a partial term that runs through December 31, 2014. The term begins immediately upon appointment. 
 
Read more about the vacant position here. 

OBITUARY


 

 

Kenneth Alfred Fuller

 

October 9, 1920 - January 30, 2014

 

A celebration of life memorial will be held on Saturday, February 15 at 2 p.m. in the Crystal Ballroom at The Leopold in Bellingham. His loved ones will celebrate his service to his country and his love for his family and share memories.

 
For the full obituary, read obituaries.
General contractors needed
Whatcom County Fire District 5 is looking for licensed, bonded and insured general contractors for kitchen, bathroom and window work. Please submit a letter of interest to fire chief Christopher Carleton by February 28, 2014 at 5 p.m. Further information regarding the work projects and special requirements will be provided to the responding general contractors.

Please submit letter of interest to (letters may also be emailed):

Christopher Carleton, Fire Chief 
Whatcom County Fire District 5 
2030 Benson Road 
Point Roberts, WA 98281 
 

UPCOMING EVENTS  

        

 

Valentine's Day Wine Dinner: Friday, February 14, 7 p.m., Brewster's Fine Foods, 1379 Gulf Road. Five-course special sweethearts wine dinner with five wines. Jazz standards by Shaune Ann. $79 per person. Wine club members receive 10 percent off. To make a reservation or for more info, call 945-4545.

 

Friends of the Library Book Sale: Saturday and Sunday, February 15-16, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., community center. Volunteers needed for set up and sale. To volunteer or for more information email foprl1@gmail.com.

 

Free Website Class: Saturday, February 22, 1-2:30 p.m., community center meeting room. Free class, hosting and templates. This class is for beginners. See an example of what you can create for free at http://NoTowers.webs.com. Info: lauravestanen@gmail.com.

 

Brewster's Music in the Attic: Friday, February 28, Brewster's Fine Foods, 1379 Gulf Road. Have dinner at Brewster's and they'll waive the cover for the msuic. Cover $10, $5 for wine club members. Info: 945-4545.

 

Chili Cook-off: Saturday, March 8, 3 p.m., Kiniski's Reef Tavern, 1334 Gulf Road. Benefits the Point Roberts Food Bank and Point Roberts Emergency Preparedness group (PREP). Sign up to cook now. Info: 945-4042. 

MEETINGS AND ONGOING EVENTS

 

 

PR Registered Voters Association: Thursday, February 13, 7 p.m. community center.

 

PR Historical Society: Wednesday, February 19, 7 p.m., community center. Info: historicalsociety@pointroberts.net.

 

Cemetery District: Tuesday, February 25, 5 p.m., 260 Tyee Drive.

 

PR Chamber of Commerce: Tuesday, February 25, 7 p.m., community center.

 

Point Roberts Clinic Hours: Mondays 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 2030 Benson Road. To make an appointment, call 945-2580.

 

Free Taxi to Bellingham: Every Tuesday. Call 676-7433. Pick-up at Cordata. Info: 945-1640.

 

Point Roberts Library Hours: Tuesdays, 1-7 p.m., Wednesdays and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

 

Knit Night at Point Roberts Library: Tuesdays, 5-7 p.m. Knitting, crocheting or other yarn crafts. Practice, advice, chat and hot drinks. For adults and grades 8-12. Info: 945-6545.

 

Point Roberts Writers Group: First and third Saturdays, 2-4 p.m., community center. Info: 945-6545.

 

Wackie Walkers: Tuesdays and Thursdays. Tuesdays, 8 a.m., Lighthouse Park. Call for Thursday location. Info: 945-1934.

 

Point Roberts Art Group: Fridays, 5:30-7:30 p.m., community center.

 

Play and Learn Storytime Sessions: First Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Point Roberts Library. Ages 3-7.

WEATHER

Point Roberts, Washington, weather forecast

February 13, 2014

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