Photoblog Friday

This photoblog seemed appropriate for the date, if a bit over the top. Old Glory Parade.

Fireworks on Whidbey Island.

Rockhoppers is Now For Sale

Rockhoppers is going out of business and is for sale. We are asking $10,000 for our equipment and inventory. If you know of anyone who might be interested have them contact Rene at (360)341-4420.

I know that for some of you this comes as no surprise but for others it will be a bit of a shock. The economy has been our death knell and well it is time to move on. This decision has been a long and hard one for me as I truly love my customers (many who have become friends) and there have been so many magical moments that have occurred here. It is hard to let those go.

However, Ferry Folk Designs will be taking over this site at the end of the month and we will continue to provide some wonderful stories, links and art for you to see. It is our hope that we will be able to hold house concerts from our own home for our musicians and their patrons and I am considering doing some promoting for the local musicians after spending due time fixing up my own home.

Rockhoppers does have several musicians scheduled for the remainder of July and we sincerely hope you will come see them play. In the meantime do come say goodbye and help celebrate the upcoming new!

Buy a business on Whidbey Island.

Comic Tuesday

Today's comic is Brevity, by Guy and Rodd - a couple movie trailer producers who probably shouldn't quit their day job. In any case, I like Brevity, so enjoy.

Comics on Whidbey Island.

Thought for the Week

It’s easy to be miserable. Being happy is tougher — and cooler.
- Thom Yorke

Aphorisms for Whidbey Island.

Rockhoppers Presents Barnum Jack

Last night Barnum Jack played to an intimate crowd at Rockhoppers. What a great duo! We are so pleased they stopped by and played for us. You missed some fantastic old-timey music. Here's the video:

Live music on Whidbey Island.

Photoblog Friday

No list of photoblogs is complete without The Big Picture, from the Boston Globe. Outstanding daily coverage of specific issues with huge images. The Big Picture is as much a source of news as photos.

Photos on Whidbey Island.

Comic Tuesday

Left-Handed Toons. For my favorite left-hander.

Comics on Whidbey Island.

Short Clip From Open Mic

Here's a nice clip of Dex from one of our recent open mics. Che joins him on violin for an epic rendition of one of our favorite Dex compositions:

Music from Whidbey Island.

Thought for the Week

Some people say man is the most dangerous animal on the planet. Obviously those people have never met an angry cat.
~Lillian Johnson

Cats on Whidbey Island.

Photoblog Friday

Today I'm featuring a great car photoblog. Hot Wheels is a motorhead's delight! Enjoy.

Cool Cars on Whidbey Island.