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PRCAC approves 

Point Roberts scenic loop proposal

 

 

 

The Point Roberts Community Advisory Committee (PRCAC) has approved in principle using gas tax dollars to create a scenic loop in Point Roberts.  

 

Sign the NEXUS petition 

 

Didn't get the chance to sign the petition requesting that the NEXUS hours be extended to match the Canadian NEXUS times? Sign it here!

 
Looking to get repairs to the community center roof going as soon as possible, Point Roberts Parks and Recreation District #1 has scheduled a special meeting for Thursday, June 26 at 6 p.m. at the community center. The meeting will be to review bids from roofing and heating/ventilation companies.

Digivations offers scholarships 

to Blaine School District students

 

Up to eight students may have the opportunity for a scholarship to Digivations' Camp Demigod. The Point Roberts-based overnight camp combines education with popular fantasy and science fiction to promote creativity and innovation in young people.  

 

Border patrol names new chief for Blaine sector 

 

The Blaine sector of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) service has hired a new commander.
 

 

 A new way to pay your water bill 

 

     The Point Roberts Water District would like to announce a new way to pay your water bill. 

     A link on our website, www.pointrobertswater.com will take you to PayClix, where you can pay your bill with a credit card at 2.99% convenience fee, or with a debit card at a 1% convenience fee, or by eCheck at no fee. An automatic payment can be set by using the eCheck feature. 

     As the PayClix site offers the ability to go paperless billing, you must provide the district office with your email address if you wish to receive a paperless bill. You can contact the office at 360-945-4694 or via email at prwd@whidbey.com.

     We would also like all email addresses so that we can notify customers in case of emergency or any developments regarding information related to the Point Roberts Water District water quality or any other information. 
 
 79 Tyee Drive, Suite A, Point Roberts, WA 98281
360-945-4696



UPCOMING EVENTS  

        

 

Innovative Xpression Creative Writing and Video Competition Deadline: Saturday, June 21. Competition winners will receive between $100 and $500 towards the full cost of registration fees to attend Camp Demigod in August 2014. Awardees honored at Digivations Scholarship benefit, below. Info: campdemigod.org.

 

PR Voters Annual Trash Pick-up: Saturday, June 21, 9 a.m.-noon, Valero Service Station, 1557 Gulf Road. Help keep Point Roberts beautiful. BBQ lunch provided to volunteers. Info: prrva.org.

 

Solstice BBQ in the Yard: Saturday, June 21, 6 p.m.-dusk, Brewster's Fine Foods, 1379 Gulf Road. Bring your own chair and enjoy an evening with your community in the yard. Music by Dave Archer, Willis and friends. BBQ buffet is $28 per person. Info: 945-4545.

 

Community Market: Saturdays, June 21-August 30, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., community center west parking lot. Produce, art, crafts, jewelry and more. Rain cancels. 

 

Special Service for Pastor Ernie Loreen: Sunday, June 22, 11 a.m., Trinity Community Lutheran Church. Help celebrate the 55th anniversary of Pastor Ernie Loreen's ordination. Potluck lunch after the service. 

 

Stop the Radio Towers at Delta Council Meeting: Monday, June 23, 6:30 p.m., Delta Municipal Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent. Join Stop the Towers to voice your concerns as the Delta Council discusses the KRPI radio towers. 

 

Homeopathy for Family and Pets: Friday and Saturday, June 27-28. Learn to treat your pets homeopathically. RSVP ASAP. Cost: $225. Info: 945-5070.

 

Auntie Pam's Second Anniversary: Saturday and Sunday, June 28-29, Auntie Pam's Country Store, 1480 Gulf Road. Two for one clothing and jewelry, along with treats, games and prizes. Info: 945-1626. 

 

Kiniski's Reef Tavern 27th Anniversary Party: Saturday, June 28, 7 p.m., Kiniski's Reef Tavern. Info: 945-REEF.

 

Digivations Scholarship Benefit: Sunday, June 29, 3 p.m., Camp Demigod, Point Roberts. Enjoy refreshments, a theatrical combat presentation and games including capture the flag and quidditch. Tickets are $20 per adult, $15 per child ages 11-17 and $10 per child ages 6-10. Info: campdemigod.org 

 

Kids Summer Camp: Mondays-Wednesdays, June 30-July 30, community center. Daytime summer camp activities for children ages 6-12. Free. Info: Linda, prparks@pointroberts.net, 945-0812. 

 

Fourth of July Celebration: Friday, July 4. Pancake breakfast, 8-11 a.m., community center. BBQ lunch, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., community center. Parade, noon, along Gulf Road starting at Marine Drive, theme "Famous Duos." Post parade festivities at Point Roberts Marina and Pier Restaurant with games, live music, beer garden and barbecue. Fireworks, dusk, at the marina. Info: 945-2313 or pointrobertschamberofcommerce.com.

 

Point Roberts Garden Tour: Saturday, July 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Visit eight beautiful Point Roberts gardens on a self-guided tour. Tickets, $15, on sale July 1 at Blue Heron Gallery and Nielson's Building Center in Point Roberts and Harris Nursery in East Ladner. Info: pointrobertsgardenclub.org.

MEETINGS AND ONGOING EVENTS

 

  

Cemetery District: Tuesday, June 24, 5 p.m., 260 Tyee Drive. 

 

PR Chamber of Commerce: Tuesday, June 24, 7 p.m., community center. 


Special Meeting of the Point Roberts Park and Recreation District #1: Thursday, June 26, 6 p.m., community center. The purpose of this meeting is to review bids for re-roofing and replacement of HVAC units at the community center.

 

Summer Reading Program: Through August 30, Point Roberts Library. Info: 305-3600.  

 

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. 

 

PR Homegrown Co-op Farm Stand: Fridays, 3-6:30 p.m., Saturdays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 1702 Benson Road. Info: prhomegrowncoop.com.

 

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. 

WEATHER

Point Roberts, Washington, weather forecast

June 19, 2014

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