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Character plan committee to meet

 

The first order of business for the newly reconstituted character plan committee will be to examine plans for a proposed community center at The Cottages at Seabright Farm. The group's review will determine whether the building, as designed, conforms to the Point Roberts Character Plan. 
 
The meeting takes place at 7 p.m. today at the Gulf Road community center.
 

Fire district audit turns up clean


The state auditor's office has given the local fire district a clean bill of health following an accountability audit of the district's operation from January 2010 through December 2012.
 

Water district proposes a public hearing

 
Water district commissioners will hold a public hearing to allow residents an opportunity to provide input into a proposed increase in water connection fees. One commissioner has dismissed the idea, saying the proposed increase doesn't go far enough.
 

Girls take fifth place at state tourney
Photo by Janell Kortlever

The girls basketball team capped off a season's hard work and brought home a trophy by placing in the top five in 1A statewide at the 2014 Hardwood Classic in Yakima.
 

Whatcom County seeks input on UGA scoping

Whatcom County Council is in the midst of planning for Whatcom County's future development, and it's looking for public input.
 

UPCOMING EVENTS  

        

Point Roberts Character Plan Committee: Thursday, March 13, 7 p.m., community center. The PRCPC will review the proposed construction of a barn/community center at Seabright Farms. The meeting is open and all are welcome.

 

Wings Over Water Northwest Birding Festival: Friday through Sunday, March 14-16. Events at Semiahmoo Resort, Blaine Middle School and Birch Bay. Enjoy activities for the whole family including kids' activities, expert wildlife speakers, live raptor presentations, food, art and craft vendors, wildlife exhibits and displays. For the full schedule, visit wingsoverwaterbirdingfestival.com.

 

Cross-border Coalition to Stop the Radio Towers Town Hall Meeting: Tuesday, March 18, 7 p.m., Tsawwassen United Church, 693 53rd Street. Learn about recent developments. Info: notowers.webs.com.

 

World Water Day: Saturday, March 22, 3 p.m., Lighthouse Marine Park. Celebrate with tea, coffee, or juice and cookies. Info: Ernie and Lola Loreen, 945-5175.

 

Miniature Art Show at Auntie Pam's: Saturday, March 22, 7 p.m., Auntie Pam's Country Store. All proceeds from art sales benefit the new library. All artists (birth to 150 years) encouraged to donate a piece no larger than 5x7". Champagne reception and silent auction of the pieces. Art supplies are available at Auntie Pam's. Info: 945-1626.

 

Trinity Chamber Concert Series Presents Point Roberts Wind Quintet: Sunday, March 23, 4 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 1880 APA Road. Info: 945-7105.

 

School Board Meeting: Monday, March 24, 7 p.m., Point Roberts Primary School, 2050 Benson Road. Info: 945-2223.

MEETINGS AND ONGOING EVENTS

 

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

PR Chamber of Commerce: Tuesday, March 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

March 13, 2014

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