April 1-30, 2013
Bloom Dates According to Mother Nature

Calendar

Saturday, February 23, 2013 (28 events)

Seattle Premium Outlets (10:00 am - 9:00pm)

From Calendar: Points of Interest

Location: 10600 Quil Ceda Blvd; Tulalip, WA 98271

Details:

Open Mon-Sat 10 am to 9 pm; Sun 10 am to 7 pm. Over 110 stores featuring Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Burberry, Calvin Klein, Coach, Gap Outlet, Juicy Couture, Kate Spade, Polo Ralph Lauren and more at savings of 25% to 65% every day. For more info call (360) 654-3000 or visit www.premiumoutlets.com/seattle.

Swinomish Casino and Lodge (12:00 am - 12:00pm)

From Calendar: Points of Interest

Location: 12885 Casino Drive; Anacortes, WA 98221

Details:

Located on the water’s edge near Anacortes. over 700 of the loosest slots, best odds table games including Blackjack, Pai Gow, Craps, Roulette, Spanish 21, Poker Room, Keno, Bingo, and a rewarding Player’s Club. Dine in one of our wonderful restaurants featuring fresh and local product. For more info call (360) 293-2691 or (888) 288-8883 or visit www.swinomishcasinoandlodge.com.

WSU Discovery Garden (12:00 am - 12:00pm)

From Calendar: Farms and Nurseries

Location: 16650 State Route 536; Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Details:

Enjoy a stroll through the grounds of this wonderful garden showcasing plants that do well in the Pacific Northwest.  Docents, who can answer your gardening questions, are available weekends during the festival. Open Dawn - Dusk

Skagit Valley Food Co-op (9:00 am - 9:00pm)

From Calendar: Local Foods/Produce

Location: 202 S First St; Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Details:

Stock up for your adventure, featuring local organic produce, an award-winning Deli with hot entrees, espresso, salads, ice cream, juice, smoothies and plenty of picnic-ready ingredients. A sweet mercantile with lots of local crafts and gifts. For more info call (360) 336-9777 or visit http://www.skagitfoodcoop.com

Skagit Valley Casino Resort (12:00 am - 12:00pm)

From Calendar: Points of Interest

Location: 5984 N Darrk Lane; Bow, WA 98232

Details:

Come to The Skagit! We’ve got More Winners, More Rewards and More Fun ... All The Time! Enjoy all your favorites slots and table games, two deluxe hotels, three restaurants, headline concerts, live entertainment and a generous Rewards Club Program! Five minutes north of Burlington, I-5 Exit 236. For more info call (877) 275-2448 or visit www.theskagit.com.

North Sound Brewing Co. (12:00 pm - 5:30pm)

From Calendar: Wineries & Breweries

Location: 17406 SR 536, Unit A; Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Details:

Visit our conveniently located tasting room on SR536 to sample some of our fine crafted Northwest ales. We have selections for wine lovers, too. Free Wi-Fi and we’re open seven days a week Check us out on the web at http://www.northsoundbrewing.com.

Christianson’s Nursery (9:00 am - 5:00pm)

From Calendar: Farms and Nurseries

Location: 15806 Best Rd; Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Details:

“An enticing selection of common and uncommon plants. ” The largest selection of roses, perennials & trees in NW Washington. Browse our greenhouses, 1888 Schoolhouse, antiques & gift shop and greet resident animals. Christianson’s is a NW Flower & Garden Show People’s Choice Award Winner.  Daily 9am - 6pm during April. For more info call (360) 466-3821 or visit www.christiansonsnursery.com.

Golden Glen Creamery (10:00 am - 4:00pm)

From Calendar: Local Foods/Produce

Location: 15098 Field Rd; Bow, WA 98232

Details:

The very best of everything comes from the Skagit Valley—including our dairy products! From farmstead, artisan cheeses to fresh butter and creamtop milk in bottles. Take a taste home with you. TOURS: Tue & Thus 2pm; Sat 10am. For more info call (360) 766-MILK or visit http://www.goldenglencreamery.com.

Orcas Island Eclipse Charters & Wildlife Tours (12:00 am - 12:00am)

From Calendar: Travel and Tours

Location: Anacortes and Orcas Island

Details:

Naturalist guided, family friendly, fast and comfortable, 56 ft. vessel Orcas Express visits 172 islands abounding with whales and wildlife. Ask about lighthouse tours. Reservations a must!  (360) 376-6566 or (800) 376-6566 or visit www.orcasislandwhales.com.

Tulip Town (9:00 am - 5:00pm)

From Calendar: Farms and Nurseries

Location: 15002 Bradshaw Rd; Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Details:

See complete listing under Tulip Growers. For more info call (360) 424-8152 or visit www.tuliptown.com.

ART BASH (11:00 am - 7:00pm)

From Calendar: Art Shows and Galleries

Location: At the Farmhouse Restaurant; 13724 La Conner Whitney Rd; Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Details:

Art Bash is an annual presentation by Art League North, an eclectic group of outstanding local artists working in various media. For more info call (360) 466-0382 or visit www.artleaguenorthwa.com/a>.

Schuh Farms (9:00 am - 5:00pm)

From Calendar: Local Foods/Produce

Location: 15565 State Route 536; Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Details:

Located in the heart of tulips, 100-year-old barn on a berry/ pumpkin farm, seasonal treasures at “garage sale” prices.  Kids’ playground; fresh field tulips for sale, some from our own ¼ acre of unusual varieties. Latte stand, hard ice cream and great milkshakes! Daily 9 am - 5 pm. For more info call (360) 424-6982.

Carpenter Creek Winery (10:00 am - 6:00pm)

From Calendar: Wineries & Breweries

Location: 20376 E Hickox Rd; Mount Vernon, WA 98274

Details:

Visit Skagit Valley’s Friendliest Winery! Featuring local Pinot Noir, Siegerrebe and other fine wines, situated on seven acres at the end of a county lane. Stop by for wine tasting, locally produced gourmet treats, or simply enjoy our lush gardens. Cheers!  Hours: Thurs - Mon 11am - 6pm. For more info call (360) 848-6673 or visit http://www.carpentercreek.com

Canopy Tours Northwest (5:36 pm - 5:36pm)

From Calendar: Travel and Tours

Location: 332 NE Camano Dr; Camano Island, WA 98282

Details:

Located on historic Kristoferson Farm, our tour features six ziplines, two beautiful trails, a log bridge, and a dramatic 54-foot final rappel!  Zip through the trees seeing the beauty of a Pacific Northwest forest from a whole new perspective.

South Fork Farms (October 29, 2012 at 11:00am - October 28, 2013 at 4:00pm)

From Calendar: Farms and Nurseries     Location: 19115 Dike Road; Mount Vernon, WA 98273     View Details

The Outlet Shoppes at Burlington (9:30 am - 8:30pm)

From Calendar: Points of Interest

Location: 448 Fashion Way; Burlington, WA 98233

Details:

Open Mon-Sat 9:30 am to 8:30 pm; Sun 10 am to 7 pm. Bag a bargain at your favorite Name Brand Outlet Stores including Coach, Nike, Lululemon, Tommy Hilfiger, Eddie Bauer, Nine West and more. Save 20%-60% everyday. I-5 Exit 229. More info at www.horizongroup.com/our-centers/burlington or call (877) 746-7010.

Anacortes Quilt Walk April 1-30 (9:00 am - 9:00pm)

From Calendar: Special Event

Location: Downtown Anacortes

Details:

Open Daily April 1-30! Sponsored by the Fidalgo Island Quilters. Follow the tulip signs through downtown Anacortes to view hundreds of quilts and wearable art. Maps at participating merchants and Anacortes Visitors Center. Hours vary depending on host business. More at http://www.fidalgoislandquilters.com

Anacortes Brewery and Rockfish Grill (11:00 am - 10:00pm)

From Calendar: Wineries & Breweries

Location: 320 Commercial Ave; Anacortes, Wa 98221

Details:

Home of the Official Tulip Festival Microbrew! Serving fresh Northwest food including steak, seafood, sandwiches, daily specials and signature wood-fired pizzas. Ales and lagers brewed on site. Family friendly.  Live Blues, Jazz, and roots every week. Hours Sun - Thurs 11:00am -  10pm;  Fri & Sat 11:30am - midnight. Fore more info call (360) 588-1720 or visit www.anacortesrockfish.com.

Woodfest April 6 and 7 Sedro-Woolley (9:00 am - 5:00pm)

From Calendar: Special Event

Location: Sedro Woolley High School; 1235 Third St; Sedro Woolley, WA 98242

Details:

Chainsaw carving demos and sales, professional woodcraft vendors, student competitions, silent auction, wood carving raffle. Tasty treats; fun for the entire family. Located in the high school gym.

Country Financial Tulip Frolic April 13 (January 1, 2013 at 11:00am - April 13, 2013 at 2:00pm)

From Calendar: Special Event     Location: Gilkey Square; Downtwon LaConner, WA 98257     View Details

Anacortes Spring Wine Festival April 13 (January 1, 2013 at 12:00pm - April 13, 2013 at 4:30pm)

From Calendar: Special Event     Location: Port of Anacortes Transportation Shed Event Center - 1st & Commercial, Anacortes, WA 98221     View Details

Naturalization Ceremony April 22 1 pm (January 1, 2013 at 1:00pm - April 22, 2013 at 2:00pm)

From Calendar: Special Event     Location: Mount Vernon Municipal Court, 1805 Continental Place, Mount Vernon, WA 98273     View Details

Deception Pass Boat Tours (January 1, 2013 at 10:00am - October 31, 2013 at 6:00pm)

From Calendar: Travel and Tours     Location: 5596 State Route 20, Anacortes, WA 98221     View Details

Skagit County Historical Museum (11:00 am - 5:00pm)

From Calendar: Museums

Location: 501 S. 4th St; La Conner, WA 98257

Details:

Festival hours during April: 11am to 5 pm daily. May thru March hours: 11am to 5 pm Tuesday thru Sunday; closed Mondays. Three galleries of Skagit History.  Featured Exhibit “Skagit Sets Sail: A Maritime History of Skagit County;”  Through April 28. See us on Facebook! For more info call (360) 466-3365 or visit www.skagitcounty.net/museum.

Azusa Farm and Gardens (9:00 am - 6:00pm)

From Calendar: Farms and Nurseries

Location: 14904 State Route 20; Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Details:

Beautiful farm with lovely garden store offering vast selections of ornamental and edible plants, flowers, and gardening supplies. Check out our themed display gardens and garden coaching/design services. Home of Skagit Art Association’s Art in a Pickle Barn throughout April.


Hours: Daily 9am-6pm.  For more info call (360) 424-1580 or visit www.azusafarm.com.

washington sips (2:00 pm - 10:00pm)

From Calendar: Wineries & Breweries

Location: 608 S. First; La Conner, WA 98257

Details:

Sit, sip, and enjoy Washington boutique wines on the beautiful La Conner waterfront in our cozy lounge or, weather permitting, enjoy the view from the deck - maybe add one of our tasty appetizers, sandwiches, salads or desserts.

US Bank Proudly Presents La Conner Kiwanis Parade April 13 (January 22, 2013 at 2:00pm - April 13, 2013 at 12:00am)

From Calendar: Special Event     Location: First Street; La Conner, WA 98257     View Details

PACCAR Technical Center Open House April 13 11 am to 3 pm (February 1, 2013 at 11:00am - April 13, 2013 at 3:00pm)

From Calendar: Special Event     Location: 12479 Farm to Market Rd; Mount Vernon, WA 98273     View Details

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