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FOOD - DRINK - FUN

Anacortes Arts Festival
505 O Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-6211
www.anacortesartsfestival.com
Best Community Event

Bob's Chowder & BBQ Salmon
3320 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 299-8000
Best New Business
Best Clam Chowder

Cheesecake Creations
704 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 299-3326
Best Dessert

Compass Wines
1405 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 588-1895
www.compasswines.com
Best Wine Seller

Gere-a-Deli
502 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-7383
http://www.gere-a-deli.com
Best Catering
Best Deli/Sandwich Shop
Best Lunch

Penguin Coffee
2119 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 588-8321
Best Coffee / Espresso

Randy's Pier 61
209 T Avenue
Anacortes (360) 293-5108
www.pier61.com
Best Restaurant
Best Banquet Facilities
Best Brunch
Best Outdoor Dining
Best Seafood
Best Steak

Rockfish Grill
320 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 588-1720
www.anacortesrockfish.com
Best Live Entertainment (Venue)

Stork's Restaurant & Lounge
2821 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-5186
Best Breakfast
Best Dining Value
Best Fish & Chips

Cameron's Living Room Dining
3401 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 299-4567
www.cameronslivingroomdining.com
Best Chef: David Burdette

The Store Grocery
919 37th & Commercial
Anacortes (360) 293-2851
www.thestoreinanacortes.com
Best Convenience Store
Best Bakery

Thai Season
710 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-4004
www.thaiseasonanacortes.com
Best Asian Food

Village Pizza
807 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-7847
Best Pizza

GOODS

Ace Hardware Anacortes
1720 Q Avenue
Anacortes (360) 293-3535
www.acehardwareanacortes.com
Best Gardening Supplies
Best Hardware Store

Anaco Bay Inn
916 33rd Street
Anacortes (360) 299-3320
www.anacobayinn.com
Best Hotel/Motel

Anacortes Health & Nutrition
1020 7th
Anacortes (360) 293-8849
www.anacorteshealthandnutrition.com
Best Nutrition Store

Anacortes Soroptomist
Soroptomist Thrift Store
1107 3rd St.
Anacortes (360) 293-7251
www.soroptimistanacortes.org
Best Thrift Store

Flooring Connections
902 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 588-9663
www.flooringconnectionsinc.com
Best Floor Coverings

Island Optometry Clinic
1610 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-2127
www.islandoptometryclinic.com
Best Eyewear

Marine Supply & Hardware
202 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-3014
www.marinesupplyandhardware.com
Best Marine Chandlery

The Market
1519 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 588-8181
www.themarketsllc.com
Best Grocery Store

Read Me A Story
1005 9th St.
Anacortes (360) 293-4801
www.readmeastoryonline.com
Best Toys

Upstage
520 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-9888
www.upstageboutique.com
Best Clothing Store

Walgreens Anacortes
909 17th St.
Anacortes (360) 299-2816
www.walgreens.com
Best Pharmacy
Best Photo Printing


Congratulations to the winners of Anacortes American's 14th annual Best of Anacortes contest. If there's a winner you're not familiar with, why not check them out If you visit our winners already, why not stop in soon to see what's new.

SERVICES

Anacortes Auto Parts
1600 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-2195
Best Auto Parts Store

Anacortes Automotive
2602 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-2450
www.anacortesautomotive.com
Best Auto Repair Shop

Bubba Sudz Car Wash
3216 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-3059
Best Car Wash

Chandlers Square
1300 O Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-1300
www.chandlersquare.com
Best Retirement Community

Clean & Clip
1006 7th St.
Anacortes (360) 293-8288
Best Pet Grooming

Phillip Madden, DDS
3110 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-3931
www.philipmaddendds.com
Best Dentist

Econo Wash Laundry
2016 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-2974
Best Drycleaner / Laundry

Furin & Company PS
508 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-1040
www.furincpa.com
Best Tax Preparation

Impressions
919 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-0299
Best Haircut, Womens

Island Rentals and Supply
2615 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-3161
www.islandrentalsandsupply.com
Best Rental Service (Equipment, etc.)

Reilley Family Chiropractic
1209 11th St.
Anacortes (360) 293-6313
Best Chiropractor

Rovang Marine
3115 T Ave. #C
Anacortes (360) 420-4244
www.rovangmarine.com
Best Marine Maintenance & Repair

Scott Richards Insurance
2517 Commercial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-5158
www.scottrichards.com
Best Insurance Agency

Skagit State Bank
1400 Commecial Ave.
Anacortes (360) 293-2151
www.skagitbank.com
Best Bank

Strandberg Construction
715 Seafarers Way
Anacortes (360) 293-7431
www.strandbergconstruction.com
Best Home Builder

Tight Line Painting
1211 35th St.
Anacortes (360) 840-0326
Best House Painting

Top Jobs

Advertising Director Skagit Publishing seeks an Advertising Director with a minimum of five years newspaper or multimedia experience and a proven track record of reaching goals and developing talent for its daily (18,000 Sunday), free and paid weeklies, niche and other products. We're looking for someone who can lead the Advertising staff and direct its overall success. Responsibilities include all aspects of advertising revenue generation; budgeting; and customer, employee and community relations. Key skills will include active participation in overall organizational development and strategic direction. Ability to motivate staff and lead them into the digital age will also be important. We are located in Skagit County in beautiful Northwest Washington near the water and mountains. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Send resume, reference and salary requirements to: Skagit Publishing Attn: Stacy De La O P.O. Box 578, Mount Vernon, WA 98273, or email sdelao@skagitpublishing.com. IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.


EXPERIENCED CASHIERS F/T and P/T positions available. Must be able to work nights & weekends. Competitive pay. 2 weeks paid vacation. Bonus plan after 6 months of employment. Apply in person at: Swinomish Chevron located near Northern Lights Casino


P/T Office Cleaning. Exp. Required. Apply at 1404 Riverside, Suite G, MV


P/T cooks, day or night, 20 hrs. per week, Tues.-Sat. Empire Ale House, 314 W. Gates St., Mount Vernon. 360-336-9944


OTR, 11 Western States Canada Eligible a Plus Clean MVR & Background APPLY ONLINE www.knighttrans.com 206-767-1041 Class A CDL-Min 6 mos.


Project Manager Assistant/ Grants Coordinator The Public Works Department of the Swinomish Tribal Community has an opening for a Project Manager Assistant/Grants Coordinator. The position will oversee assigned aspects of Tribal development projects and programs relating to their development, design, construction, inspection, and administration. 5 years of administrative experience, with at least two years work experience in an area related to work responsibilities. A high school diploma or equivalent is a must. Bachelor's Degree desired. Salary is up to $21.00 an hour with full benefits. Request a Swinomish Tribal Community application by calling (360) 466-1216 or e-mail to wbill@ swinomish.nsn.us Mail cover letter and resume along with the application to: Swinomish Tribal Community, Human Resource Office, 11404 Moorage Way, LaConner, WA. 98257


Cook for fast paced kitchen, must work clean, 1-3 shifts/week. Apply in person Thur. or Fri. 7-11am, Edison Cafe, 5797 Main St.


OFFICE ASSISTANT Superior organizational skills, professional with public, ability to prioritize and multi-task, proficient with Word, work in team-based environment, additional hours during summer season. Min. of 2 yrs exp. in similar position. F/T M-F 8-5 and 1 or 2 Sat. per mo, 9-2. $10.50/hr. Raises and benefits avail. in 3 mo. Submit cover letter with resume to: HR Dept., PO Box 822, Anacortes, WA 98221


Bilingual Apartment Maintenance Worker needed for affordable farm worker apartments. Must have two years experience, be personable and professional, and have valid WA State drivers license, insurance and reliable vehicle. Send resume to Almap@ccsww.org or call 360-424-3883


Mechanic's Helper, food equipment & refrigeration. Background and drug screen. $10-$15 DOE. 360-202-9460