people's choice | december 2012

Best New BusinessJust Peachy Frozen Yogurt

Skagit PublishingPeople’s Choice Winners

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Cover photo by Craig Parrish. Owner Brad Teeter (far right) and the crew at Just Peachy Frozen Yogurt, voted the Best New Business Opened in 2012. Cover design by Jody Hendrix

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Best New Business

Just Peachy Frozen Yogurtby CRAIG PARRISH

Brad Teeter has been doing business in Skagit County for 20 years. Last spring, he decided to start a new business, and the result is Just Peachy Frozen Yogurt, the Skagit Valley Herald’s People’s Choice winner for Best New Business Opened in 2012.

Just Peachy is an energetic, vibrantly colored shop at 1767 South Burlington Boulevard, in a bustling business park just east of Costco.

In what seems to be a one of the tasty quirks of a shop of its kind, Just Peachy boasts a variety of intriguing frozen yogurt flavors; on this early December day, Eggnog, Cake Batter, Dulce de Leche, Cable Car Chocolate, Cheesecake, Red Velvet Cake, Cinnamon Roll and Pomegranete Raspberry.

Teeter said his decision to open the shop was based on several factors.

“I have friends in the frozen yogurt business who said they’ve been successful, so it sounded like a good idea,” Teeter said.

“Plus, I have two high-school kids, and they needed jobs,” he quipped.

Teeter said the busy times come “in waves,” and that Just Peachy has become popular with students in the area.

“We get a lot of customers in here after basketball games and other school events,” Teeter said. “(Frozen yogurt) is a great treat for anybody in the valley. You can come in and get a small, healthy yogurt or you can go as big as you want.”

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Just Peachy Frozen Yogurt owners: Brad Teeter Address: 1767 South Burlington Blvd., Burlington Phone number: 360-899-4521 website: www.facebook.com/JustPeachyYogurt Years in business: 5 months Number of employees: 10 services offered: We are a self-serve frozen yogurt shop; you create your own masterpiece, big or small. Dozens of frozen yogurt flavors, sorbet, fresh fruit and topping selections. Imported toppings, hot chocolate, coffee, cold drinks and of course, free samples. More to know: The owner, management

and all employees are from Skagit Valley. We have done over 20 charity nights to raise money for local groups, as well as sponsored many youth organizations and local sports teams.

ANTique sTore Nasty Jack’s owners: Gary and Marlo Frank Address: 103 E. Morris St. Phone number: 360-466-3209 website: www.nastyjacksantiques.com, facebook Years in business: 41 Number of employees: 5 services offered: Antique furniture, vintage books and magazines, antique collectibles, unique gifts, stained-glass windows, Life magazines, on-site furniture refinishing and repair, stripping and refinishing. More to know: “Furniture, gifts, and fun.” Nasty Jack’s also has an old-time photo studio specializing in Western and pirate themes. Get your picture taken in front of a real saloon bar. Seasonable ice cream and espresso.

APPliANCe sTore (Tie) Anaco TV and Appliance owners: Dave Evans Address: 1820 Commercial Ave., Anacortes Phone number: 360-293-5129 Years in business: 53 Number of employees: 5 services offered: New appliance sales and repair on most major brands More to know: Skagit County owned and operated Judd & Black Address: 2520 Cedardale Road, Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-336-6515 website: juddblack.com, facebook.com/

juddandblack Years in business: 72 Number of employees: 17 services offered: Appliance sales and service including parts, delivery and installation. More to know: Judd & Black has been a family-owned and operated appliance business in Snohomish County for over 72 years. We are thrilled to win this award after being in Skagit County for just over a year. We’re YOUR appliance, electronics and mattress store.

ArT GAllerY/CusToM FrAMiNG Wilson’s Picture Framing owners: Guy Wilson Address: 822 N. 34th St., Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-336-2139 website: http://wilsonpictureframing.com Years in business: 21 services offered: Custom framing, custom matting, fillets, shrink wrapping, glazing options More to know: Wilson’s philosophy is that all art deserves to be framed and preserved, whether it’s worth one dollar or $1,000. If you love it, you should have it framed. Wilson’s frames everything from note cards, calendar pages and children’s art to signed and numbered lithographs, and originals. All work is done on-site.

AssisTed liviNG/reTireMeNT CoMMuNiTY Mountain Glen Address: 1810 E. Division St., Mount Vernon Business phone: 360-424-7900 website: www.mtnglen.com Years in business: 26 services offered: Independent and assisted living More to know: Mountain Glen provides



You don’t have to live with painSpecializing In Personal Care

R i v e R s i d e ChiRopRaCtiC CliniC

Thank You Skagit Valley!• we Do the Paperwork• Massage Therapy On Site

Free Initial Consultation 360-424-6104

Lanny Jacobs, D.C.Douglas E. Jacobsmeyer, D.C.Lori Photini Johnson, D.C.Jodi Mullen, LMP

2118 Riverside Dr Ste 105Mount Vernon, WA 98273

• Auto Accidents• Sports Injuries• On-the-Job Injuries

• Back & Neck Pain Relief• Insurance• Medicare

• Wellness Care• Palmer, Diversified, Thompson & Activator Techniques

retired seniors with the comfortable, carefree lifestyle they’ve been dreaming of in Mount Vernon.

AuTo rePAir/BodY shoP Avon Allen Auto Body Repair Shop owners: Larry and Janene Solver; Dave Solver, manager; Scott Solver, assistant manager Address: 14015 Avon Allen Road, Mount Vernon Business phone: 360-424-3969 website: www.avonautobody.com Years in business: 41 Number of employees: 14 services: offered: Collision repair, auto body repair, frame repair, painting, wheel alignment, full mechanical repair More to know: Jim Solver at Jim’s Mechanic is a subsidiary of Avon Body Shop.

BANk/FiNANCiAl iNsTiTuTioN Skagit State Bank

owners: 760 local stockholders including seven on the Board of Directors Address (home office): 301 E. Fairhaven Ave., Burlington website: http://skagitbank.com Years in business: 55 services offered: Checking, savings,

personal and business loans, lines of credit, mortgages More to know: Skagit State Bank is an independent community bank serving local people and businesses from 12 offices in Skagit, Whatcom and Snohomish counties. Under the leadership of Cheryl R. Bishop, assets have grown to $720 million; the bank has 167 employees. Many team members have been with the bank for the majority of their careers.

BArBer shoP Ken’s Hairstyling owners: Gary Molenaar Address: 403 S. 2nd St., downtown Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-336-3355 Years in business: 54 services offered: Hair coloring, perms, feather extensions. Men’s, women’s and

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children’s hair. More to know: Gary’s dad Ken opened the shop up in 1958. Over the many years, they have developed a hometown feel and have served generations of customers. In 1984, Gary took over the business and has been a mainstay of Mount Vernon ever since. They would like to thank everybody who has been faithful to Ken’s over the years.

BouTique CloThiNG sTore Kathy’s Upscale Resale owners: Kathy L. Anderson Address: 716 Commercial Ave., Anacortes Phone number: 360-588-0237 website: Facebook: Kathy’s Upscale Resale Boutique Years in business: 16 Number of employees: 3 services offered: New merchandize and

name-brand resale. Cute, trendy clothing at a fraction of the original price. More to know: People love our boutique because we carry junior to women’s plus sizes that are designer brands but affordable. Over half our store is under $10!

CAr deAler Blade Chevrolet & RVs owners: Mike and Scott Blade Address: 1100 Freeway Drive, Mount Vernon website: www.bladechevy.com Years in business: 100 what’s offered: New Chevrolets, used vehicles, fleet and commercial, service, parts, RV center More to know: Voted the No. 1 dealer 15 years in a row. Blade’s was the No. 1 volume Chevy dealer north of Seattle for 2010.

CATeriNG CoMPANY & eveNT PlANNiNG Avenue Bistro and Catering (Bistro on Spruce ~ Place to

Host a Party) owners: Barbara Atterberry and Robert Atterberry Address: 676 S. Spruce St., Burlington website: www.cateringbyavenue.com Years in business: 7 what’s offered: fresh food, luscious decor, boxed lunches, weddings and banquets, parties of four or thousands More to know: Food ... everyone loves it! It’s that love of food that Avenue Catering brings to every customer. Avenue Catering’s award-winning staff creates the finest meals, whether you are planning a breakfast meeting, boxed lunches, an appetizer reception or a full-service dinner. Avenue Catering prides itself on supporting local farms, bakers and dairies. The business is a repeat winner of Best Catering Company, and it won Best New Business when it started.

ChiroPrACTors oFFiCe Riverside Chiropractic owners: Lannell N. Jacobs, DC; Douglas E. Jacobsmeyer, DC; Lori D. Johnson, DC Address: 2118 Riverside Drive, Suite 105, Mount Vernon Business phone: 360-424-6104 website: www.rschiropractic.com Number of employees: 6 Years in business: Since 1986 services offered: Chiropractic care More to know: Massage care, nutrition counseling, pain management

CoMPuTer reTAil sTore Best Buy owners: Publicly traded Address: 1851 Marketplace Drive, Burlington website: www.bestbuyinc.com


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Years in business: 47 what’s offered: TV, cameras, computers, phones, music and movies, appliances More to know: Best Buy is a multinational retailer of technology and entertainment products and services. The Geek Squad offers computer services and accessories for residential and commercial clients.

CoNsTruCTioN CoMPANY Interwest Construction Company owner: Eben Twaddle Address: 609 North Hill Blvd., Burlington Phone number: 360-757-7574 website: www.interwest.biz Years in business: 24 Number of employees: 150 services offered: Site Work, Mass Excavation, Utilities (Detention/Drainage/Fire/Sanitary/Storm), Bridges, Road Work

CosMeTiC / skiN CAre Cascade Cosmetic Skin Care owners: Cascade Medical Group Address: 111 S. 12th St., Ste. A, Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-336-1947 website: Facebook: www.cascadecosmetic.com; CascadesCosmeticCenter; twitter: @CascadeCosmetic Years in business: Since 1994 Number of employees: 11 services offered: Aesthetic and color services, skin care, injectables, body contouring, facelift, eye lift, men’s skin care.

dAY sPA Envy owners: Heather and Curt Lindsey Address: 1705 E. College Way, Mount Vernon website: www.envysalonforhair.com

Years in business: 5 what’s offered: Hair cuts, facials, body wraps and scrubs, pedicures and manicures, waxing, bridal service package More to know: Envy salon was opened February 2007 after its owner had been working in the industry for 12 years. Curt and Heather decided it would be a good project for the two of them, and they turned out to be right. Envy body opened in 2009, enabling the business to offer a full-service experience including hair color, keratin straightening, spray tanning and massage.

deNTAl oFFiCe Atkinson Family Dental owners: Brandon Atkinson, DMD and Jason Kaopua, DMD Address: 727 Trail Road, Sedro-Woolley website: www.AtkinsonFamilyDentistry.com




Your #1 Auto Dealer14 years in a row

Thank You for Your Vote!

Proudly Serving Skagit Valley for 99 YearsBlade Chevrolet and RVs

1100 Freeway DriveMount Vernon, WA 98273

Sales: 800-726-6949Service: 360-424-3231www.BladeChevy.com

“We’ll be there.”

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Years in business: 13 what’s offered: General and cosmetic dentistry, extractions, root canals, implants, crowns, bridges, dentures More to know: Atkinson Family Dentistry’s goal is to provide exceptional dentistry to all in the community. The office accepts most dental insurance, and DSHS for children and pregnant women. It also accepts Dental Care Solutions membership discounts and union dental plans. It has a new state-of-the-art facility and digital-imaging X-rays.

dePArTMeNT sTore Macy’s owners: Macy’s Inc. Address: 700 Cascade Mall Drive, Burlington website: www.macys.coms Years in business: 154

what’s offered: While it won for its selection of clothing, the chain also specializes in bed and bath, shoes, jewelry and watches, handbags and accessories.

More to know: Macy’s delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers. Macy’s stores and macys.com offer distinctive assortments including the most desired family of exclusive and fashion brands for him, her and home. Building on a 150-year tradition, Macy’s helps strengthen communities by supporting local and

national charities that make a difference in the lives of its customers.

doNuTs Donut House owners: Terry Cheng Address: 2719 Commercial Ave., Anacortes Phone number: 360-293-4053 email: [email protected] Years in business: 15 Number of employees: 6 services offered: Fresh donuts, hot coffee, free wi-fi

drY CleANer Modern Cleaners owners: Brad and Linda Pickett Address: 714 E. Division St. and 215 E. Fir St., Mount Vernon website: www.moderncleaners.com, facebook Years in business: 24 services offered: Dry cleaning, shirt service, draperies, wedding gown preservation, in-house alterations and linens. More to know: Modern Cleaners was established in 1947 and purchased by Brad and Linda Pickett in 1989. In addition to two Mount Vernon locations, Modern Cleaners offers free pickup and delivery to home or office in Anacortes, Burlington, La Conner and Mount Vernon. The company offers gentle, speedy processing of garments. The business appreciates its loyal customers, who have voted it “People’s Choice” from 2002-2012.

FlorisT Hart’s Floral owners: Kurt Kazda and Colleen McNight Address: 410 Commercial St., Mount Vernon website: www.hartfloral.com Years in business: 70 what’s offered: Floral arrangements, gift baskets for home and business, weddings, green and blooming plants, plant baskets




Store Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-7pm • Sat & Sun 8am-6pmwww.acehardwareanacortes.com

Anacortes 1720 Q Ave. Anacortes • 360.293.4977

The helpful place.

SEE YOUR HELPFUL HARDWARE FOLKS

THANKS FOR VOTING US THE#1 HARDWARE STORE

Your Locally Owned & OperatedHardware Store Since 1979

More to know: Hart’s has a talented, energetic staff and a spacious shop. The florist has won the People’s Choice award since 1996. Hart’s prides itself on being the oldest, largest and best florist in Skagit County.

FuNerAl hoMe Lemley Funeral Home owners: Rick Lemley, Doug Hutter, Chuck Ruhl (retired) Address: 1008 3rd St., Sedro-Woolley Business phone: 360-855-1288 website: www.lemleychapel.com Years in business: 77 Number of employees: 2 services offered: Funeral and cremation services, headstones, pre-paid funeral plans More to know: Lemley is a third-generation family funeral home, providing funeral services to Skagit County for over 77 years.

FurNACe/heATiNG/Air CoNdiTioNiNG sTore Handy’s Heating owners: Bill Handy Address: 17737 State Route 536, Mount Vernon Business phone: 800-367-1359 website: http://handysheating.com Years in business: 21 Number of employees: 21 services offered: Heating and air conditioning, ductless heat pumps, fireplaces, stoves, inserts. Service, sales and repairs, on-demand water heaters; wood, gas, pellet, oil and electric stoves More to know: Bill Handy opened his business in 1992 from his garage with a single employee. Two years later, he had 15 employees and moved to his current location.

FurNiTure shoP Lyon’s Furniture owners: Al and Linda Lyon Address: 325 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-336-3007

website: lyonsfurniture.com Years in business: 19 Number of employees: 9 services offered: Furniture and mattresses More to know: 30,000 square feet, four floors, fully decorated showroom in one location; family owned.

GiFT shoP All Valley Storage & Gift owner: Christine Hawkings and Darlene Hanson Address: 31687 Hwy 20 Suite 102, Sedro-Woolley Phone number: 360-826-6001 website: allvalleystorageinc.com; Facebook: All Valley Storage & Gift Years in business: 9 Number of employees: 4 services offered: Gift shop, self-storage and U-Haul services

More to know: We are located eight miles east of Sedro-Woolley on the North Cascades Highway. You can visit our shop on Facebook at All Valley Storage & Gift; we post photos all the time. We love bringing unique gifts and great prices to our shop. Enjoy a scenic drive and great prices on the things you love.

GreeNhouse/NurserY Christianson’s Nursery owners: John and Toni Christianson Address: 15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon website: http://christiansonnursery.com, facebook Years in business: 67 services offered: An enticing selection of common and uncommon plants. More than 550 rose varieties, rare perennials and annuals, and a vast quantity of herbs, fruit trees and berries.


676 S. Spruce St.Burlington, WA 98233

360-755-5880www.cateringbyavenue.com

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More to know: Christianson’s is a traditional nursery offering the most complete selection of plants in Northwest Washington. The nursery has a year-round staff of certified, professional horticulturists. Its location is surrounded by tulip fields in the spring and has a number of historic features, including an 1888 schoolhouse, an 1895 seed room and its 1946 propagation greenhouse.

hArdwAre sTore (Tie) Anacortes ACE Hardware owners: Randy Burgess, Pat Strand Address: 1720 Q Ave., Anacortes; 340 Argyle Ave., Friday Harbor Phone number: 360-293-3535 website: www.acehardwareanacortes.com Years in business: 33 Number of employees: 42 services offered: Hardware store, small engine sales and service, plant nursery, Benjamin Moore paint, housewares, fishing tackle and licenses More to know: We are your locally owned and operated Ace store since 1969. Kaptein’s ACE Hardware owners: Jeff Kaptein Address: 1420 Riverside Dr., Mount Vernon website: www.skagitace.com Years in business: 32 what’s offered: Paint, lawn and garden, plumbing and electrical; garden, housewares, fish and tackle, sporting goods, marine hardware More to know: Kaptein’s ACE Hardware is locally owned and has been serving Mount Vernon and Skagit County since 1980. The store is service driven and believes its staff offers the best help in the business. Winner of People’s Choice for nine years.

JewelrY sTore Charles’ Fine Jewelry owners: Robyn Bates, Julie Mains, Bridget Meidinger, Stephanie Wilhonen Address: 1775 S. Burlington Blvd., Burlington Phone number: 360-757-4367 website: www.charlesfinejewelry.com

Years in business: 25 Number of employees: 6 services offered: We buy gold and offer custom design, in-store repairs, pearl restringing, insurance appraisals and watch repair. More to know: Thank you for voting us “Best Jewelry Store” for the last six years! We strive to work as a team along with our master goldsmith, Jay Bowen, in creating your unique piece of jewelry. We also offer a large variety of jewelry in our showcases. We welcome you to stop by for free inspection and cleaning of your jewelry any time.

MANiCure sAloN Jabooda owners: Kaitlyn Huynh Address: 1835 S. Burlington Blvd. #121, Burlington Years in business: 3 what’s offered: Manicure, pedicure, CND shellac, Harmony Gelish, pink and white powder, waxing, eyelash extensions and facials More to know: Jabooda is committed to exceptional customer service. It provides a relaxing, positive and motivational atmosphere. The staff provides the highest level of professionalism to each and every client.

MediCAl FACiliTY North Cascade Family Physicians Address: 2116 E. Section St., Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-428-1700 website: www.ncfp.net Years in business: 27 services offered: General health care, including pediatric and adolescent health, women’s health/gynecology, men’s health, aging issues More to know: Family medicine or family practice provides comprehensive care for the individual and family. Family physicians diagnose and treat the full range of issues people bring to a doctor. All physicians are board certified by the American Academy of Family Practice.

People’s Choice 2012B e s T B U S I N E S S E S

With line capacity, construction and advanced features, the Tekota is a great solution for anglers who troll for both fresh and saltwater species. Features include palmable line counter, durability and strength.

Featuring IM-7 graphite construction with technique specifi c actions for bass, trout, salmon, steelhead and inshore rods for trout,

snook and redfi sh.

Salmon & Steelhead rods that are demanded by serious anglers. Come see the newly designed reel seats, Grade A cork handles, and an upgrade in the blank going to IM-8, making it light and sensitive.

2012 PEOPLE’S CHOICE

WINNERBEST SPORTING GOODS

3RD TIME IN A ROW!

THANK YOU SKAGIT COUNTYfor helping us “REEL IN’ the 2012

Award. We appreciate your confi dence and support!

—Holiday Sports Staff

And thanks to our superior vendors like SHIMANO, who provide us with Award Winning gear that our customers love:

360.757.4361895 Nevitt Rd • Burlington

Next to Skagit Arms, West of I-5 on Hwy 20

reAl esTATe oFFiCe RE/MAX owners: Wilma Louia, RE/MAX Territory NW; John Whitney, RE/MAX Valley Homes Addresses: RE/MAX Territory NW, 320 South Burlington Blvd., Burlington; RE/MAX Valley Homes, 823 North 4th Street, Mount Vernon websites: www.skagitvalleyrealestate.com (RE/MAX Territory NW); www.buyingvalleyhomes.com (RE/MAX Valley Homes) Years in Business: (Corporate) 39 what’s offered: Residential and commercial sales, rentals and property management. More to know: RE/MAX is your one-stop real estate destination for buying, selling or renting your home or commercial property. Our team of highly trained experts will guide you smoothly through your real estate adventure. Outstanding real estate agents. Outstanding results.

sPorTiNG Goods sTore Holiday Sports owners: Gary and Diane Steen Address: 895 Nevitt Road, Burlington Years in business: 30 what’s offered: Fishing, hunting, marine, clothing and footwear More to know: Holiday Sports is a locally owned and operated business staffed by associates living in your community. The staff is proud to be part of a business that takes pride in addressing customer concerns and having product knowledge.

sTYliNG sAloN Rumours Hair Salon owners: Kim Rawlins, Tracy Guadano (salon manager) Address: 2207 N. LaVenture, Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-424-4247 Facebook: Rumours Hair Design Years in business: 21 Number of employees: 12 services offered: Custom coloring,

haircuts, perms, special occasion styling and waxing More to know: Rumours was established in 1991. We have an amazing staff with many years of experience and talent. We support local charities and are active in many events offering complimentary services to families that are struggling. We take extreme pride in our work and appreciate our customers who have made our business such a success.

TANNiNG sAloN Beaches Tanning Salon owners: Jill Partridge Address: 2025 Riverside Dr. Unit A, Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-424-TANS website: www.beachestanningmv.com, facebook - Beaches Tanning Salon Years in business: 3.5 Number of employees: 5 services offered: Three levels of tanning, airbrush spray tanning, UV teeth whitening, lotions and accessories More to know: We are a full-service tanning salon, open seven days a week for your convenience. We are Smart Tan certified in bed tanning and spray tanning, and we specialize in customer service and helping you achieve your tanning goals.

TATToo/PierCiNG Triumph Tattoo owner: Jason Kunz Address: 604 E. Fairhaven Ave., Burlington Phone number: 360-755-1391 website: triumphtattoo.com; facebook.com/pages/Triumph-Tattoo; triumphtattoo.blogspot.com Years in business: 6 Number of employees: 8, (6 tattooers) services offered: Strictly tattoos, by appointment and walk-in. More to know: Our artists travel throughout the country and world to expand their tattooing knowledge and skill so we can give the people of Skagit County great tattoos. We are open seven days a week,

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feel free to come in and check us out, get tattooed, or just come by and say hi.

ThriFT sTore Bargains Galore owners: non-profit Address: 224 Chenoweth St., Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-424-0908 website: www.bargainsgalorethrift.org Years in business: 18 services offered: Furniture, toys and games, clothes, electronics, books and music More to know: Bargains Galore is a nonprofit dedicated to selling donated, tax-deductible goods received from generous people throughout the community. Profits provide financial assistance to Mount Vernon Christian School.

TrAvel AGeNCY AAA Washington Address: 1600 E. College Way, Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-428-5800 website: AAA.com Years in business: 10 Number of employees: 10 services offered: Membership; travel; auto, home and life insurance, travel store

veTeriNArY CliNiC North Cascade Veterinary Hospital owners: Tim Howland, Jason Squibb Address: 200 Murdock St., Sedro-Woolley Phone number: 360-856-1809 website: www.northcascadevet.com Years in business: 34 Number of employees: 20 services offered: Loving, state of the art

veterinary services for dogs, cats, birds and exotic pets. More to know: All of the doctors and staff at North Cascade Veterinary Hospital are honored to be chosen by our clients for this award. We work hard every day to provide exceptional care and service to all our of our two-legged and four-legged friends!

visioN CeNTer North Cascades Eye Associates owners: Dr. Nannette Crowell, Dr. C. Dan Siapco, Dr. Carlindo Pereira Address: 2100 Little Mountain Lane, Mount Vernon; 2131 Hospital Drive, Sedro-Woolley Phone number: 360-416-6735; 360-629-4180 website: www.ncascade.com, www.facebook.com/2020forever Years in business: 27 Number of employees: 45 services offered: iLASIK; Visian ICL (implantable contact lens); cataract, cornea, and eyelid consultations and surgeries; comprehensive eye exams; full-service optical and lab; custom contact lenses. More to know: North Cascades Eye Associates delights in bringing the latest technological advances to every aspect of your vision. From utilizing high-tech medical imaging to precise electronic measurements for glasses to blade-free LASIK, our team of award-winning doctors, specialists and technicians ensures your eyes receive the highest quality of care possible.


1008 Third St. Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 www.lemleychapel.com – Office: 360-855-1288

Lemley Chapel would liketo thank everyone that voted us SkagitCounty’s Best

Funeral Chapel for 2012.

– Rick Lemley, Doug Hutter & Chuck Ruhl –

Kathy’s Upscale Resale Boutique

716 Commercial • 360-588-0237 • Anacortes

Voted BEST BOUTIQUE

CLOTHING STORE

• New Merchandise

• Designer Resale

• Pre-Teen to Plus Sizes

• Weekly Specials

• Celebrating 16 years



BAked Goods/desserT sPeCiAlTies & BreAkFAsT sPoT

Calico Cupboard Café & Bakery

owners: Linda Freed, owner; Brenda Schmidt, general manager Address: 121 B Freeway Drive, Mount Vernon; 901 Commercial Ave., Anacortes; 720 S. First St., La Conner Phone number: 360-336-3107 website: www.calicocupboardcafe.com Years in business: 31 Number of employees: 120 what’s offered: Award-winning specialty cafe and famous made-from-scratch bakery goods. Products made from scratch using natural, organic, fresh, unprocessed produce and ingredients. Vegetarian fare, plus gluten-free and heart-healthy options. More to know: Gluten-free options include breakfasts, lunches, select baked goods and two breads: country white and whole-grain goodness. At our Mount Vernon location, we offer our upstairs mezzanine for small and large group meetings and private parties, free of charge with purchase of meals. The private room seats 14, the mezzanine seats 50.

BArBeCue Reverie BBQ

owners: Matt and Cheryl Kaufman Address: 1300 S. 2nd St., Mount Vernon website: www.reveriebbq.com Years in business: 12 catering, 6 restaurant what’s offered: Pulled pork, beef brisket, ribs and chicken, homemade sides More to know: Reverie offers award-winning barbecue, fantastic soups and side items, and generous portions. It also offers a variety of menu options for catering your event for 50 to 500 people. By supporting Reverie, you also support its outreach. The restaurant serves free meals at the end of every month.

BesT oYsTers Blau Oyster Co., Inc. owners: Paul Blau Address: 11321 Blue Heron Road, Samish Island Phone number: 360-766-6171 website: http://blauoyster.com Years in business: 78 services offered: Oysters in the shell, shucked meats, live crab in season, manila steamers, pickled herring, frozen scallops, prawns More to know: For more than 75 years, Blau Oyster Company has farmed Pacific oysters in Samish Bay. Year after year the business plants, tends and harvests its crops on a broad strip of land between high and low tides.

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ChiNese resTAurANT Hong Kong Restaurant owner: Xin Ze Luo Address: 1300 Riverside Dr., Mount Vernon Years in business: 13 what’s offered: Szechuan, Cantonese, American cuisine, sports bar More to know: Hong Kong Restaurant uses the freshest meats and vegetables, vegetable oil and no MSG. The restaurant is known for fast, friendly service and a great value at lunchtime; party trays for all occasions; and a great family dining atmosphere. Our full-service bar draws a lot of repeat customers.

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Hottie Tottie Deli owners: Kerrie Lyn Thomas Address: 479 Metcalf St., Sedro-Woolley Years in business: 3 what’s offered: Catering,

delivery, espresso, deli sandwiches More to know: Hottie Tottie offers fresh, local, natural and organic products. The deli makes box lunches, custom sandwiches and homemade specialty soups. Bakery items are fresh and homemade. Gluten-free bread is available.

FAMilY resTAurANT Red Robin owner: J.J. Schutza, general manager Address: 1075 S. Burlington Blvd., Burlington website: www.redrobin.com Years in business: 22 what’s offered: Hamburgers, fries, milkshakes and more More to know: Red Robin strives every day to make great food with unbridled connections to every guest.

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FiNe diNiNG Max Dales owners: Danny Pickering and Paul Pickering Address: 2030 Riverside Drive, Mount Vernon website: www.maxdales.com Years in business: 62 what’s offered: Great steaks, prime rib and seafood; extensive menu; daily specials; cozy lounge; friendly service More to know: Max Dales offers a warm atmosphere with private booths. Daily happy-hour specials in the martini lounge. Reservations accepted.

hAMBurGer resTAurANT & suNdAY BruNCh Bob’s Burgers and Brew owners: Jon Rickert,

Mike Duffy, Jay Duffy, Jim Duffy Address: 9394 Old Hwy. 99 North, Burlington website: www.bobsburgersandbrew.com Years in business: 8 what’s offered: Full-service restaurant and lounge; breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch; salads, sandwiches, burgers, steaks and fish; beer on tap and liquor More to know: Originating in Whatcom County, Bob’s is a fast-growing chain of 12 restaurants with locations that include Tulalip, Everett and eastern Washington.

Bob’s offers high-quality burgers, fast and friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere.

iTAliAN resTAurANT Il Granaio owners: Alberto and Jennifer Candivi Address: 100 E. Montgomery St., Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-419-0674 website: www.granaio.com and www.ilgranaiorestaurant.blogspot.com. Years in business: 12 services offered: Fresh pasta and ravioli made in-house daily. Cooking classes led by Master Chef Alberto Candivi. Gluten-free options. Happy hour 4 to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Daily four-course Sunset Special dinner for $15.95. More to know: Located in Mount Vernon’s Old Town Grainery Building, Il Granaio features a warm, inviting atmosphere that can accommodate parties, meetings, a relaxing lunch or an intimate dinner. The restaurant won first place in KING5’s Best of Western Washington for 2010.

JAPANese resTAurANT Sakura Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar owners: Alex Kim Address: 1830 S. Burlington Blvd., Burlington website: www.sakuraburlington.com Years in business: 5 what’s offered: Full restaurant and bar includes steak and sushi More to know: Sakura offers a fun-filled environment for family and friends. Fresh sushi, tender steak and lively entertainment. Great drinks from sake to martinis.

MexiCAN resTAurANT Lorenzo’s owners: Laura and Lorenzo Velasco Address: 2121 E. College Way, Mount Vernon; 902 Highway 20, Sedro-Woolley; 190 Bakerview Road, Bellingham website: www.lorenzosmexicanrestaurant.com

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Years in business: 8 what’s offered: Family-oriented ambience and great-tasting Mexican food. More to know: Founded by a traditional Mexican family to bring a little authentic Mexican flavor to Skagit County. Lorenzo’s priority is to create delicious meals and provide great customer service.

PizzA resTAurANT Pizza Factory owners: Ron Ray, Dylan Ray Address: 3219 Commercial Ave., Anacortes Phone number: 360-293-1000 website: anacortes.pizzafactory.com Years in business: 23 Number of employees: 12 services offered: Pride in serving our guests the finest pizza, pasta, sandwiches and salad bar with the freshest ingredients. More to know: In 1989, the first Pizza Factory in the state opened in Anacortes. Times have changed, but the Ray family still makes our own pizza dough and sauces to ensure quality and freshness.

seAFood resTAurANT Anthony’s Restaurant at Cap Sante Boat Haven owners: Budd Gould Address: 1207 Q Ave., Anacortes website: www.anthonys.com Years in business: 2 (Anacortes location) what’s offered: Fresh Northwest seafood complemented by fresh local produce, Northwest wines and microbrews More to know: Located on the waterfront, Anthony’s at Cap Sante Boat Haven serves lunch and dinner daily, as well as happy hour and Sunday lunch with breakfast items. Banquets and private dining available for 24. Two outside decks. Anthony’s owns and operates a wholesale seafood company to ensure the finest, highest-quality fresh seafood.

TAverN / louNGe / PuB TrainWreck Bar & Grill owners: Nick Crandall Address: 427 E. Fairhaven Ave.,

Burlington website: www.trainwreckbar.com Years in business: 5 what’s offered: quality food, icy cold beverages, friendly service, local owners and loyal customers More to know: Warm, cozy atmosphere from the brick walls to the rough-hewn rustic tables. Unpretentious yet upscale, with excellent food that keeps people coming back. Great place to grab a quick bite or a leisurely meal. The extensive menu caters to all tastes. The Train Wreck offers live music and excellent entertainment year round.

ThAi resTAurANT Thai House owners: Denny Sritong Address: 616 S. First St., Mount Vernon

B e s T F O O D & D R I N KPhone number: 360-336-2966 services offered: Thai cuisine More to know: Thai House offers fresh, high-quality ingredients carefully selected to ensure extraordinary flavors.

veGeTAriAN / heAlTh Food Skagit Valley Food Coop owners: Community owned non-profit Address: 202 St. 1st St., Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-336-5087 website: skagitfoodcoop.com Years in business: 39 services offered: Natural grocery, produce, health and beauty, cheese, meat, deli More to know: The Food Coop believes in good, clean food and following buying guidelines to stock.



ACCouNTANT John R. Brown, CPA owners: John R. Brown Address: 1129 Riverside Drive, Suite B, Mount Vernon Years in business: 37 services offered: Financial statements, compilation and review, audits, business startup and planning, financial planning, retirement and estate planning, pension plans, tax return preparation, payroll service, certified QuickBooks pro advisor, software training on QuickBooks and more More to know: John Brown’s professional affiliations include the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Washington Society of Certified Public Accountants, the Washington Association

of Accountants and the Skagit/Island Counties Builders Association.

ATTorNeY Brock Stiles owners: Brock D. Stiles of Stiles & Stiles, Inc., P.S. Address: 925 Metcalf St., Sedro-Woolley Phone number: 360-855-0131 website: www.stilesandstiles.com Years in business: 26 Number of employees: 7 services offered: Legal services on worker’s compensation, Social Security disability, estate planning and probate. More to know: Married to Katherine Stiles; two children - Sarah and Jonathon. Member of Sedro-Woolley Rotary, Club

President 2007-08, Rotary District 5050 Assistant Governor 2009-12, Board of Directors, Sedro-Woolley Schools Foundation; President, Board of Directors, Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County, 2011-12.

FiNANCiAl CoNsulTANT Timothy Price, Edward Jones owners: Timothy U. Price Address: 1616 N. 18th St., # 140, Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-424-0366 website: www.edwardjones.com Years in business: 13 More to know: Tim helps his clients recognize their goals and how to achieve them. Client service is a priority. Whether

Best People & Places

Keith Sorestad, Agent820 Township St.Sedro-Woolley, WA360-855-1831www.ksorestad.com

“Thank you for voting me Best Insurance Agent for 9 years in a row!

State Farm Insurance Companies • Home Offices: Bloomington, Illinois statefarm.com®

9 TIME WINNER!“Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.”®



you are an individual investor or a participant in a company retirement plan, Tim is ready to assist you with college funds for kids, achieving a dream or planning for retirement.

iNsurANCe AGeNT Keith Sorestad owners: Keith Sorestad Address: 820 Township St., Sedro-Woolley Phone number: 360-855-1831 website: www.ksorestad.com Years in business: 36 Number of employees: 5 services offered: Multi-line insurance and financial services agency. More to know: The people of Skagit County have voted Keith Sorestad at State Farm the Best Insurance Agent nine years in a row. Keith and his team of five fully licensed agents meet customers’ financial needs and offer auto, home, life and business insurance.

PhoToGrAPher Sweetpea Memories Photography owner: Shannon Meadows Address: 1007 Sterling St., Sedro-Woolley website: www.sweetpeamemories.com Years in business: 5 what’s offered: Portraits for maternity, newborn, children, graduates and families. Free sessions to cancer patients, military deployments and homecomings. Event photography. Affordable Birthday Club for newborn to 18. Boudoir sessions. More to know: Sweetpea Memories loves capturing memories to last a lifetime. The business provides more than just great images; it offers a unique creation to represent your family’s story, to be shared for generations to come.

PhYsiCiAN Roger Estep, MD owner: North Cascade Family Physicians Address: 2116 E. Section St., Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-428-1700

website: www.ncfp.net Years in business: 20 services offered: Family practice More to know: One of six physicians performing Obstetrics at North Cascades Family Physicians, delivering babies and treating children.

Bed & BreAkFAsT Katy’s Inn owners: Cindy and David Tracey Address: 503 S. 3rd, La Conner website: www.katysinn.com Years in business: 28 services offered: Bed and breakfast More to know: Katy’s Inn has been voted Best Bed and Breakfast in Skagit County for four years running. Located in the heart of La Conner, this four-room B&B offers private baths, great breakfasts, a view of the channel and a hot tub — all within walking distance to town.

BusiNess CoNFereNCe FACiliTY Best Western CottonTree owners: David Petersen Address: 2300 Market St., Mount Vernon website: www.cottontreeinns.com Years in business: 27 what’s offered: An event and meeting space with full-service catering More to know: CottonTree offers 10,000 square feet of space for events or meetings. Five rooms can accommodate groups of up

B e s T P E O P L E & P L A C E Sto 400 people. Chef on duty. CottonTree prides itself on treating every client as an individual and looks forward to helping create the perfect event.

GolF Course (Tie) Avalon Golf Links owners: Ron Hass Address: 19345 Kelleher Road, Burlington website: www.avalonlinks.com Years in business: 22 what’s offered: 27-hole golf course, pro shop, affordable golf memberships, tournaments, golf outings More to know: One of the most unique and beautiful public golf courses in the state of Washington. Overlooking the picturesque Skagit Valley and offering panoramic views of the Olympic and Cascade ranges, Avalon boasts three exceptional 9-hole layouts that together make up one of Washington’s finest golf experiences. Eaglemont Golf & Country Club Address: 4800 Eaglemont Golf Phone number: 360-424-0800 website: facebook: Eaglemont Golf Club; twitter: @EaglemontGolf Years in business: 20 services offered: Eaglemont Bar & Grill, banquet hall, conference center, wedding facilities. More to know: Pro shop, fitness center, 18-hole championship quality public golf



Best Accountant

John R. BrownC E RT I F I E D P U B L I C A C C O U N TA N T S

Achieving the next levelJohn R. Brown, CPA, PFS

1129 Riverside Dr. Ste B • Mount Vernon • 336-6511

Thank you for voting us a 9 time winner!

17675 Burlington Blvd., Burlington (next to Costco in Burlington Retail Center)Sun-Thurs 12pm-9pm & 10pm Fri & Sat

A Big Thank You to all our fans

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course and a world-class events venue; great views of Puget Sound and the Olympic mountains. 10th-rated course in Washington state.

hoTel/MoTel Hampton Inn owners: Dan Mitzel, Colonel Betz, Don DeBode Address: 1860 S. Burlington Blvd., Burlington website: www.burlingtonsuites.hamptoninn.com Years in business: 6 what’s offered: Satisfaction guaranteed, complimentary breakfast, indoor pool and hot tub, fitness center, meeting spaces, Sakura Japanese steakhouse/sushi bar More to know: Clean rooms, friendly service, comfortable surroundings. Come in

and meet the Hampton Inn’s award-winning hotel team, and experience Skagit Valley hospitality.

PerForMiNG ArTs CeNTer McIntyre Hall owners: Skagit Regional Public Facilities District Address: 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon Phone number: 360-424-7622 website: www.mcintyrehall.org services offered: Arts and cultural events, ticketing sales, facility rental with multiple spaces for a variety of events: concerts, theater, lectures, conferences, receptions, dinners, auctions, reunions, weddings, etc.

More to know: McIntyre Hall serves the region with quality cultural, educational and entertainment opportunities. From international artists to homegrown talent, McIntyre presents more than 100 performances throughout the year. It serves as a space for a variety of business and social gatherings. The hall’s mission is to be a catalyst for artistic vitality by hosting, presenting and creating arts and educational opportunities that enrich, inspire and entertain.

PlACe To exerCise Riverside Health Club owners: Karen Westra and Denise Skelton Address: 2225 Riverside Drive, Mount Vernon website: www.riversidehealthclub.com Years in business: 42 what’s offered: Weekly 80+ group and water fitness class, private and group personal training, women’s only gym, TRX suspension training studio, racquetball, kid’s club More to know: Riverside Health offers a broad range of services, making the club a comfortable place for anyone to exercise. Members enjoy access to the pools, a women’s only gym, weight rooms, a racquetball court and three group fitness studios.

PlACe To hosT A PArTY (Tie) Bistro on Spruce

(Avenue Bistro and Catering) owners: Barbara Atterberry and Robert Atterberry Address: 676 S. Spruce St., Burlington

website: www.cateringbyavenue.com Years in business: 7 what’s offered: fresh food, luscious decor, boxed lunches, weddings and banquets, parties of four or thousands More to know: Food ... everyone loves it!

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Katy’s InnBest Bed & Breakfast

in the Heart of LaConner503 South 3rd

LaConner, Wa

Reservations online at www.katysinn.com or call 360.466.9909

Voted Best Girls Getaway in

WA by Evening Magazine

It’s that love of food that Avenue Catering brings to every customer. Avenue Catering’s award-winning staff creates the finest meals, whether you are planning a breakfast meeting, boxed lunches, an appetizer reception or a full-service dinner. Avenue Catering prides itself on supporting local farms, bakers and dairies. The business is a repeat winner of Best Catering Company, and it won Best New Business when it started. Longhorn Saloon owners: Steve Mains Address: 574 Cains Court, Bow Phone number: 360-766-6330 services offered: Beer, burgers, oysters, live music, dancing More to know: The Longhorn Saloon, a lively Edison watering hole, serves great beer, burgers and oysters. An outside seating area is available next to a scenic slough. Live dance music Saturday and Sunday nights by local musicians. La Conner Seafood & Prime Rib House owners: Jason and Kari Vandenbosch Address: 614 S. First St., La Conner website: www.laconnerseafood.com Years in business: 26 services offered: Full-service waterfront dining featuring fresh seafood and prime rib, banquets, catering, full lounge, private parties, weddings More to know: Casual dining with friendly service on a waterfront location. Fresh and local ingredients. Great steaks and prime rib. On-site banquet rooms and off-site catering with the same high standards.

weddiNG/reCePTioN FACiliTY La Conner Seafood & Prime Rib House owners: Jason and Kari

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B e s T P E O P L E & P L A C E SAddress: 614 S. First St., La Conner website: www.laconnerseafood.com Years in business: 26 services offered: Full-service waterfront dining featuring fresh seafood and prime rib, banquets, catering, full lounge, private parties, weddings More to know: Casual dining with friendly service on a waterfront location. Fresh and local ingredients. Great steaks and prime rib. On-site banquet rooms and off-site catering with the same high standards.

live MusiC veNue Conway Muse owners: Elfa Gisla and Tom Richardson Address: 18444 Spruce/Main Street, at the very west end of Main Street. P.O. Box 336, Conway, WA 98238 Phone number: 360-445-3000

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website: www.ConwayMuse.com, www.facebook/conwaymuse Years in business: 7 Number of employees: 5 services offered: Skagit County’s event destination place. Friendly eclectic ambience offering excellent food and drink. A home for live music in our intimate parlor, and upstairs in the large Renaissance Room for national talent and dances. A popular rental facility for private parties, weddings, classes and rehearsals. More to know: The Muse is a large barn built in 1915 by Scandinavian immigrant, originally a dairy barn, then for the storage of hay, and later as an auction barn. In 2005, Elfa and Tom restored this structure from floors to roof, and created a beautifully warm incarnation of this fine old barn. Patrons often tell us they feel the Muse is

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Dr. Brandon L. Atkinson, DMDDr. Jason Kaopua, DMD

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Same-Day Service• Cosmetic Dentistry• Digital X-ray (Minimized Radiation)• Free Teeth Whitening (Ask for details)• Crowns • Bridges• Root Canals• Implant Placement• Wisdom Teeth Extraction• Dentures • Denture Stabilization (Mini-implants)

• Financing Available• Convenient Hours (Open Fridays)• Spanish-speaking Staff• EXPERIENCED Children’s Dentistry

Thank you to our patients for supporting us.

where magic happens. Our mission is simply to support inspiration for the Arts in our community.

MuseuM Children’s Museum of Skagit County owners: Nonprofit Address: In Cascade Mall, 550 Cascade Mall Drive, Burlington website: www.skagitchildrensmuseum.net Years in business: 10 what’s offered: Educational entertainment, hands-on learning, family memberships, birthday parties, special events, field trips More to know: The Children’s Museum of Skagit County is a place children can truly be free — to learn, play and just have fun in a low-tech, hands-on environment.

The museum’s programming is fun for all ages. Parents and grandparents can learn alongside their children.

PerForMiNG ArTs GrouP META owners: META Address: P.O. Box 2548, Mount Vernon Phone number: 800-461-6860 website: www.metaperformingarts.org, Facebook: Meta Performing Arts Years in business: 15 Number of employees: 1 services offered: Multicultural educational theatre arts More to know: META (Multicultural Educational Theatre Arts) is a local nonprofit now in its 15th season. We offer

B e s T P E O P L E & P L A C E Slive theater performances for children, teenagers and young adults, a summer arts camp, as well as audition workshops for spring and fall productions.



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BesT New BusiNess oPeNed iN 2012 Just Peachy Frozen Yogurt .....................4, 6

BesT BusiNessesANTIQUE STORE Nasty Jack’s Antiques .................................6

APPLIANCE STORE (TIE) Judd & Black / dave’s Anaco .....................6

ART GALLERY/CUSTOM FRAMING wilson’s Picture Framing ............................6

ASSISTED LIVING/RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Mountain Glen ............................................6

AUTO REPAIR/BODY SHOP Avon Allen Body shop ...............................7

BANK/FINANCIAL INSTITUTION skagit state Bank ........................................7

BARBER SHOP ken’s ...........................................................7

BOUTIQUE CLOTHING STORE kathy’s upscale resale ...............................8

CAR DEALER Blade Chevrolet ..........................................8

CATERING COMPANY Avenue Catering .........................................8

CHIROPRACTORS OFFICE riverside Chiropractic ................................8

COMPUTER RETAIL STORE Best Buy ......................................................8

CONSTRUCTION COMPANY interwest Construction Company ..............9

COSMETIC / SKIN CARE Cascade Cosmetic skin Care ......................9

DAY SPA envy ............................................................9

DENTIST OFFICE Atkinson Family dental ..............................9

DEPARTMENT STORE Macy’s .......................................................10

DONUTS donut house .............................................10

DRY CLEANER Modern Cleaners .......................................10

EVENT PLANNING Avenue Catering .........................................8

FLORIST hart’s Floral ...............................................10

FUNERAL HOME lemley Funeral Chapel .............................11

FURNACE/HEATING/AC STORE handy’s heating .......................................11

FURNITURE STORE lyon’s Furniture .......................................11

GIFT SHOP All valley storage & Gift ..........................11

GREENHOUSE/NURSERY Christianson’s Nursery & Greenhouse .....11

HARDWARE STORE Ace hardware Anacortes, kaptein’s Ace hardware ...................................................12

JEWELRY STORE Charles’ Fine Jewelry ................................12

MANICURE SALON Jabooda ......................................................12

MEDICAL FACILITY North Cascade Family Physician ..............12

REAL ESTATE OFFICE re/MAx (x2) ............................................13

SPORTING GOODS / OUTDOOR STORE holiday sports ...........................................13

STYLING SALON rumours hair salon .................................13

TANNING SALON Beaches .....................................................13

TATTOO/PIERCING Triumph Tattoo ........................................13

THRIFT STORE Bargain’s Galore ........................................14

TRAVEL AGENCY AAA ..........................................................14

VETERINARY CLINIC North Cascade veterinary hospital ..........14

VISION CENTER North Cascade eye Associates ..................14

BesT Food & driNkBAKED GOODS / DESSERT SPECIALTIES Calico Cupboard Café & Bakery ..............15

BARBECUE reverie BBq .............................................15

BEST OYSTERS Blau oyster ...............................................15

BREAKFAST SPOT Calico Cupboard Café & Bakery ..............15

CHINESE RESTAURANT hong kong ................................................15

COFFEE SHOP/ESPRESSO STAND hottie Tottie ..............................................15

FAMILY RESTAURANT red robin .................................................15

FINE DINING Max dales ..................................................16

HAMBURGER RESTAURANT Bob’s Burger and Brews ...........................16

ITALIAN RESTAURANT il Granaio ..................................................16

JAPANESE RESTAURANT sakura .......................................................16

LUNCH SPOT hottie Tottie ..............................................15

MEXICAN RESTAURANT lorenzo’s ...................................................16

PIzzA RESTAURANT Pizza Factory (x2) .....................................17

SEAFOOD RESTAURANT Anthony’s - Cap sante Boat haven ..........17

SUNDAY BRUNCH Bob’s Burger and Brews ...........................16

TAVERN/LOUNGE/PUB Trainwreck ...............................................17

THAI RESTAURANT Thai house ................................................17

VEGETARIAN/HEALTH FOOD skagit valley Food Coop ...........................17

BesT PeoPle & PlACesACCOUNTANT John r. Brown, CPA ................................18

ATTORNEY Brock stiles ...............................................18

FINANCIAL CONSULTANT Tim Price ..................................................18

INSURANCE AGENT keith sorestad ...........................................19

PHOTOGRAPHER sweetpea Photography .............................19

PHYSICIAN roger estep ...............................................19

BED & BREAKFAST katy’s inn ..................................................19

BUSINESS CONFERENCE FACILITY Best western CottonTree .........................19

GOLF COURSE (TIE) Avalon / eaglemont ...................................19

HOTEL/MOTEL hampton inn ............................................20

PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Mcintyre hall ............................................20

PLACE TO EXERCISE riverside health Club ...............................20

PLACE TO HOST A PARTY (TIE) Bistro on spruce / longhorn saloon / laConner seafood and Prime rib ............20

WEDDING/RECEPTION FACILITY laConner seafood and Prime rib ............21

LIVE MUSIC VENUE Conway Muse ...........................................21

MUSEUM Children’s Museum of skagit County ......22

PERFORMING ARTS GROUP MeTA ........................................................22

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