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Your weekly ePB from the All Point Bulletin | Volume 6 | Issue 39
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Caffe Capanna to close
The Hughes family took over Caffe Capanna in January 2014 and, after months of scrubbing and menu planning, welcomed their first customer in March. Owners of the building have informed the Hughes they are planning a new direction for the property and the popular Point Roberts eatery will close its doors March 1.
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Submit ballots by February 9
Election Day is Tuesday, February 9 and all Whatcom County school districts and Fire Protection District 8 are on the ballot. In order to count, your ballot must be postmarked no later than February 9. County auditor Debbie Adelstein recommends mailing it a day earlier to ensure a valid postmark.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Composting Workshop: Saturday, February 6, 1 p.m., community center. The Point Roberts Garden Club is sponsoring a special workshop by Amberose Kelley, master composter recycling coordinator of the Washington State University Whatcom County Extension program. Info: info@pointrobertsgardenclub.org.
Super Bowl Party at The Reef: Sunday, February 7. Half time prizes. Info: 945-REEF.
CPR Class: Monday, February 8, 6-10 p.m., fire hall, 2030 Benson Road. Learn adult, child and infant CPR, choking assistance and AED use. The class is free, and the certification card is $5. Info: chief@wcfd5.com.
Whatcom Reads Book Talk: Tuesday, February 9, 7-8 p.m., Point Roberts Library. Come and discuss "A Tale for the Time Being," by Ruth Ozeki.
Ash Wednesday Service: Wednesday, February 10, 7 p.m., Trinity Community Lutheran Church, 1880 APA Road. Info: 945-7105.
Youth Philosopher's Café: Saturday, February 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Trinity Community Lutheran Church, 1880 APA Road. For ages 15 to 20. Info: 945-7105.
A Wine and Chocolate Love Affair: Sunday, February 14, 3-5 p.m., Brewster's Fine Foods, 1379 Gulf Road. Taste wines complemented by four different chocolates and silent auction of romantic gifts. A fundraiser for Circle of Care. Tickets by $25 donation. Info: Annelle Norman, 945-5070.
Alternative Worship Service: Saturday, February 20, 7 p.m., Trinity Community Lutheran Church, 1880 APA Road. Spirituality in the music of The Eagles. Info: 945-7105.
Krysten Cooper Benefit: Saturday, February 27, 7 p.m., Kiniski's Reef Tavern, 1334 Gulf Road. Door prizes, raffle, silent auction and refreshments. Seeking donations to help with medical bills. Info: Allision, 907-5982 or Michelle, 296-4434.
Cross-Border Coalition to Stop the Towers Party: Saturday, March 5, 6 p.m., Kiniski's Reef Tavern, 1334 Gulf Road. Fundraiser for Stop the Towers legal bills. Live music and comedy, silent auction, 50/50 draw, jellybean guessing game and smart TV raffle. 200 raffle tickets for $20 each. Admission by suggested $20 donation, which includes a "No Towers" hat, while supplies last.
Point Roberts Miniature Art Show: Saturday, March 19, 7 p.m., Auntie Pam's Country Store, 1480 Gulf Road. Info: 945-1626.
Annual Easter Egg Hunt: Saturday, March 26, 1 p.m., Point Roberts Primary School, 2050 Benson Road. Open to all residents and visitors of Point Roberts. Free. Kids under 10 are invited to participate in the hunt. Donations accepted. Info: 945-2223.
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MEETINGS AND ONGOING EVENTS
PR Park and Recreation District: Monday, February 8, 7 p.m., community center.
Friends of the Point Roberts Library (FOPRL): Tuesday, February 9, noon-1 p.m., Point Roberts Library, 1437 Gulf Road. Info: 945-6545.
PR Water District: Tuesday, February 9, 5 p.m., 79 Tyee Drive, Suite A.
PRCAC (PR Community Advisory Committee): Tuesday, February 9, 7 p.m., community center. Info: 945-5075.
PR Fire District 5: Wednesday, February 10, 4 p.m., 2030 Benson Road. Info: 945-3473.
PR Registered Voters Association: Thursday, February 11, 7 p.m., community center. Info: prrva.org.
PR Historical Society: Wednesday, February 17, 7 p.m., community center. Info: historicalsociety@pointroberts.net.
Cemetery District: Tuesday, February 23, 5 p.m., 260 Tyee Drive.
PR Chamber of Commerce: Tuesday, February 23, 7 p.m., community center.
PR Clinic Hours: Mondays 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tuesdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Thursdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 2030 Benson Road. Closed for lunch noon-1 p.m. 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. Info: 945-6545.
Knits and Crafts 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.
Wackie Walkers: Tuesdays and Thursdays. Tuesdays, 8 a.m., Lighthouse Park. Call for Thursday location. Info: 945-1934.
Preschool Storytime: Saturdays, 10:30-11 a.m., Point Roberts Library, 1437 Gulf Road. Stories, songs and more for ages 3-6. Families encouraged to attend. Info: 945-6545.
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