MARCH 24, 2016

Your weekly ePB from

All Point Bulletin,

the community newspaper

of Point Roberts, Washington.

VOLUME NO. 6 / ISSUE NO. 46

What you'll find in the April issue, out tomorrow

County promises Lighthouse Park dock in 2016

Health clinic quality notches up

New food spots set to open

UPCOMING EVENTS

Washington State Parks Free Day: Saturday, March 26, Washington State Parks. No Discover Pass needed. Info: parks.wa.gov.

Democratic Caucus: Saturday, March 26, 9:30 a.m., community center.

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.

Easter Service: Sunday, March 27, 11 a.m., Trinity Community Lutheran Church, 1880 APA Road. Info: 945-7105.

Spring Craft Faire, Bake Sale and Book Sale: Saturday, April 2, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., community center. Crafting and collection vendors, demonstrations, bake sale and book sale. Table fee $10. Fees and bake sale proceeds benefit Circle of Care. Info: Jessica McVey, 945-0409 or jessica@pointbob.net.

Chamber West Woodwind Quintet Children's Concert: Saturday, April 2, 5 p.m., Trinity Community Lutheran Church, 1880 APA Road. Engaging music for all ages. Works that span genres from classical to Klezmer. A musical treat for the whole family.

Friends of the Point Roberts Library Annual General Meeting: Sunday, April 3, 2-4 p.m., community center.

PR Registered Voters Association Annual General Meeting: Thursday, April 7, 7 p.m., community center. Info: prrva.org.

Whatcom Marine Mammal Stranding Network Volunteer Training: Saturday, April 9, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., BP Heron Center, Birch Bay State Park. Train to become a volunteer marine mammal stranding responder. Registration required. Cost: $25. Info: wmmsn.org or 389-7011.

Whatcom Marine Mammal Stranding Network Volunteer Training: Tuesday, April 12, 6-9 p.m., Beach Store Cafe on Lummi Island. Train to become a volunteer marine mammal stranding responder. Registration required. Cost: $25. Info: wmmsn.org or 389-7011.

The Power of Music: A Saturday Night Event: Saturday, April 16, Trinity Community Lutheran Church, 1880 APA Road. A showing of John Denver's Wildlife Concert followed by food, drink and conversation.

Hello Spring Fashion Show: Wednesday, April 20, 7 p.m., 121 1315 56th Street, Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall. An evening of fashion, wine, light snacks, gift bags and door prizes. Tickets $25. Info: 604/943-8088.

Bergamasca Recorders in Concert: Sunday, April 24, 5 p.m., Trinity Community Lutheran Church, 1880 APA Road. Sweet strains of recorders (small and large), melodious drumming and reedy instruments.

South Delta Garden Club Annual Plant Sale: Saturday, May 7, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Delta Hospital Extended Care Unit, 5800 Mountain View Boulvard, Ladner. Excellent selection of perennials, tomatoes, veggies, containers and expert advice. Info: southdeltagardenclub.ca.

MEETINGS & ONGOING EVENTS

PR Beekeepers Association: Monday, March 28, 7 p.m., community center.

PREP (PR Emergency Preparedness): Tuesday, April 5, 7 p.m., community center. Info: Henry Rosenthal, 945-1711, Virginia or Ed Lester, 945-2827.

PR Garden Club: Wednesday, April 6, 6:45 p.m. Members spring garden visits. Info: 945-5075 or info@pointrobertsgardenclub.org.

PR Hospital District: Wednesday, April 6, 7 p.m., community center.

Youth Philosopher's Caf�: Saturday, April 9, 6:30 p.m., Trinity Community Lutheran Church, 1880 APA Road. Ages 15-20 welcome.

PR Park and Recreation District: Monday, April 11, 7 p.m., community center.

Friends of the Point Roberts Library (FOPRL): Tuesday, April 12, noon-1 p.m., Point Roberts Library, 1437 Gulf Road. Info: 945-6545.

PRCAC (PR Community Advisory Committee): Tuesday, April 12, 7 p.m., community center. Info: 945-5075.

PR Water District Special Public Meeting: Tuesday, April 12, 5 p.m., Point Roberts Water District Office, 79 Tyee Drive.

PR Fire District 5: Wednesday, April 13, 4 p.m., 2030 Benson Road. Info: 945-3473.

PR Historical Society: Wednesday, April 20, 7 p.m., community center. Info: historicalsociety@pointroberts.net.

Cemetery District: Tuesday, April 26, 5 p.m., 260 Tyee Drive.

PR Chamber of Commerce: Tuesday, April 26, 7 p.m., community center.

PR Beekeepers Association: Monday, April 25, 7 p.m., community center.

PR Taxpayer's Association: Monday, May 2, 7 p.m., community center.

Point Roberts 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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