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The U.S.S. Constitution visits Anacortes (1933)

July 20, 2019, All Day @ Guemes Channel

Built in 1794 by the order of President George Washington himself, the U.S.S. Constitution, colloquially known as "Old Ironsides," is one of the most iconic historical vessels in America. It's visit to Anacortes was greeted with a parade, banquet and dance which provided a much needed celebration during the hard times of The Depression.

Efthimios "Mike" Demopoulos is born (1889)

July 24, 2019, All Day @ Anacortes Junk Company

Mike Demopoulos was born in his hometown of Ballos, Greece today. An immigrant to the U.S. in 1907, he would eventually make his permanent home Anacortes in 1913. His time in Anacortes is a true testament to the power of the American immigrant, founding the Anacortes Junk Company (later re-named Marine Supply and Hardware), enjoying long memberships in the Kiwanis Club, Elks Club, three Orthadox churches, The Anacortes Chamber of Commerce, the Parks Board, and the American Red Cross board. In 1956 he donated 10 blocks to the Port of Anacortes, allowing them to establish the Cap Sante Boat Haven. When he died in 1981, the Anacortes Junk Co. was at the time the longest established business by any one person in Skagit County. Today we remember a truly remarkable man.

Installation of the Causland Park Cannon (1960)

July 27, 2019, All Day @ Causland Park

The iconic Causland Park 75mm WWII howitzer cannon was installed on this day in 1960. It's predecessor, a cannon from WWI, had since been broken down and used for scrap metal during the rush of WWII. The WWII cannon was removed shortly after in 1965, however has since been placed back in the park.

March's Point Airport opens (1928)

July 28, 2019, All Day @ March's Point

Anacortes' first airfield opened today with March's Point Airport. The event drew in 10,000 spectators, witnessing planes fly in from all over the Puget Sound region. The event even included a wedding between two Anacortes residents. This picture depicts "The First Plane to Land at an Anacortes Airport," though the first official flight from Fidalgo Island had taken place 40 years ago in September 1889.

Deception Pass Bridge Opens (1935)

July 31, 2019, All Day @ Deception Pass Bridge

12,000 people watched breathlessly as the ribbon was cut with silver scissors, marking the official opening of Deception Pass Bridge. Construction had began in August a year prior. The bridge has since become one of the most iconic sites for both Fidalgo and Whidbey, appearing in multiple movies including 2002's American remake of "The Ring."

City Council Planning Committee Meeting

July 22, 2019, 5:00 PM @ City Hall Main Conference Room

City Council Meeting

July 22, 2019, 6:00 PM @ City Hall

City Council Finance Committee Meeting

July 24, 2019, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ City Hall Main Conference Room

Shipwreck Day

July 20, 2019, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM @ Downtown Anacortes - 10th Street to 4th Street

Extensive Garage Sale supporting community projects. Sponsored by Fidalgo Island Rotary.

Community Dance Film Collaboration on the W.T. Preston

July 21, 2019, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ W.T. Preston Snagboat

Join Seattle based dance company MALACARNE in the making of a short section of a dance film. No experience required. Participants will sit/stand throughout the W.T. Preston to form a giant human chain. Community members of all ages, physical abilities, and ethnicities welcome. ADA accessible. Email hello@malacarne.co (no m) with questions or to RSVP.

History Club

July 24, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Anacortes Museum Carnegie Gallery

Wildland-Urban Interface Firewise Community Program

July 30, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ City Hall Council Chambers

Everyone Welcome - Community Presentation: • The Elevated Threat Level of Wildland Fires in Anacortes Community Forest Lands • Firewise Community Program Benefits & Checklist Guest Speakers: David Way, Washington State DNR Jenny Coe, Whatcom & Skagit County Conserva(on Districts Host: Dave Oliveri, Fire Chief Anacortes Fire Department Q & A Session with Expert Panel