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Noooo, Rockhopper is gone:-(. I didn't even get to met Rockhopper! Did you met him?Also, Coins for Change has ended. The Coins for Change results will be announce in the newspaper on Thursday.By the way, I making a 2 foot gingerbread house today. Sweeet!-Cena12121, Team Club Penguin Cheats PresidentTCPC: Club Penguin Cheats and More!

Rockhopper arrived and brought back the Red Sailor s Cap ( This is a Really Old Item) And You can Play Treasure Hunt ” Xmas Edition” The best part of the part of the Xmas is help other people and you can do it, donate your penguin coins for the Kids!! Skaterpengu       

Now you can see Rockhoppers ship at the telescope.

This Saturday we are celebrating Rockhoppers birthday. It is our 3rd birthday to be exact. Dan is going to be offering a wonderful class on blogging. This will be your opportunity to learn how to show off your pictures and tell your story. Dan will show you the ins and outs of blogging and how to get your blog noticed! The cost for this class is only $10.00 and it will start at 10:00AM and last t

Kim is our newest artist here at Rockhoppers. I thought maybe you would enjoy seeing some of Kim's work. Be sure and come check out her work this month. If you cant make it to the shop then check out her gallery listed on our blog. Thanks. Kim Merritt paints on Whidbey Island.

Rockhoppers is looking for some good people. Next month Rockhoppers will be building on it's projects. We are looking for people who might be interested in running small groups. Specifically, Rockhoppers would like to start a singles group and we are looking for a manager to work with Rene to schedule events that singles would be interested in do in small groups. These events cover everything fro

Ok it has been a while since I posted. I am frantically working on an altered jacket that has embroidery, crochet, lace work, macramé, bead work and cut work on it not to mention crewel work and some quilting. It is altered from a men's sport coat and at the rate I am finishing it I will have it done sometime around Christmas. I will post pics of it tomorrow since I don't have a before pic of it.

Tonight we had Eric Herman, a great, great entertainer. He is best known for his childrens shows, and the kids at Rockhoppers really enjoyed him. We got a video of a few of his numbers -- much of his set was top-secret new material, so we couldn't record it. Eric encourages audience participation, as you can see. It was so much fun! He will come back, and we'll have him in earlier next

Tonight we had Amber Coverdale Sumrall reading from her new poetry collection: "Refuge". Amber's poetry was wonderful, grounded in reality, evocative of our youth and life in general. Thank you Amber! Poetry on Whidbey Island.

Back in April, when I posted Eric Herman's "The Elephant Song", I never dreamed that Eric would ever play at Rockhoppers. Well, that improbable event is happening! Next Saturday, August 23rd, at 7:00pm, Eric Herman brings his Invisible Band to Rockhoppers Coffeehouse for a performance sure to please both young and old. Eric's song "Dance Like an Animal" is my grandson's favorite -- he spo

Start by clicking the paper boat in the upper right corner. This gives you the details on the Scavenger Hunt. The first paper boat is at the Mine in the box of water near the entrance. The second paper boat is at the Cove in the bottom right, in the water. The third paper boat is at the [...]

So I haven't posted in a while and I kind of figured it was time to. I have been a little busy though so you really must excuse me. I have been among other things working on a new sign, a new logo, new business cards and some advertising campaigning. I also have been busy scheduling coffee klatches with candidates for the upcoming elections. Not to mention cooking shopping, and planning for Saturd

Michael is one of our first artists, and we've always carried his pieces. Michael also works at Rockhoppers, giving us some necessary time off during the week. Rainy Day in the Woods SOLD! Michaels artwork is made of paper, paper pulp and foam board, so it's very light, even the very large pieces like this one: Rainy Day in the Woods. At 28" x 16", it is Michael's largest piece. Update

Hey Everyone, 2 new things got released today: Rockhoppers came back! New Sports Catalog Ok, here is about Rockhopper: (Click image to see larger) Here are the new items: Striped Sash Dress ($450 Coins) (Members Only Item) Gray Pirate Coat ($650 Coins) (Members Only Item) Items that they came back: Stuffed Parrot (Free Coins) Flamingo ($100 Coins) (Furniture Item) (Members Only Item) Ship in a

Even if the construction is NOT almost done!! This has been a hard road to travel on. Here we are in the middle of summer and tourist season and well I might as well not even have the doors open. This last week we were closed to allow for the windows to be put in. Although the painting is not finished on that wall and windows have not been framed, the shop really is pretty much back in order. We

Rockhopper is here, and he brought back some old items, a new item and a re colored item. (Click for full size) If you meet Rockhopper, he will give you the Rockhopper Background. If you want to get in to the Captain’s Quarters, then here is how to obtain the key. Go to the book room. Open the book [...]

So we had a really good morning Saturday morning with a lot of people coming in for breakfast. It makes it really exciting when there is a lot of people because of our limited cooking abilities but we did really well this AM and everyone seemed happy. This week has been kind of an interesting week. We have started working on a new business plan and I have to say it is a challenge because of all t

Before So for those of you who are local.... you have seen the scaffolding go up and then come down. You have seen the mess and many of you have stayed away either assuming we are closed or wanting to stay away from the construction. The landlady has a team that is going to renovate the building. Renovation... death to an existing business until the work is finished!! I have to admit I was fai

Tonight we had some great, great jazz piano from Reagan Kee. Reagan will be back -- starting the 18th of May he is hosting a jazz jam session here every Sunday afternoon. Here's the video of Reagan's sets, I didn't shut the recording off in time, so there's about 1/2 hour of dead air at the end. Just ingore the dead air, OK? View Larger and Comment Jazz piano on Whidbey Island.

From the entry screen in Town, go into the Coffee Shop. Go up the stairs on the right. Go to the library on the left, or click the red Tales & Stories book on the bottom right. Read The Journal of Captain Rockhopper. You can either read the whole book, or jump to the Newest Writin'. At the end of the Newest Writin', you will find the Captain's Quarters Key. Don't know what I'm talking about? It's in Club Penguin, Disney's virtual world for kids and pre-teens. Captain Rockhopper is a wandering character, who gives away free and unique goodies in Club Penguin. Since his visits are rare, when he does come to 'town' every day someone surfs into Rockhoppers Daily Grind, searching for information about Captain Rockhopper in Club Penguin. I thought I'd help them by posting the informa

So, I have to apologize for not posting lately. Dear hubby has been doing all the posts and running the shop for the last week. He gave me the wonderful gift of his cold and BOY did I GET IT! Anyway, it is leaving now and I am slowly recouping. There are a few things to let you know about for this month. First, Mrs. Henny is going to have the facade of this building redone next week. This is a biggy for us since it means the entrance to Rockhoppers will have to be done through the back of the building instead of the front. I am told this will probably only be for next week but we will see. They need to see what kind of problems they encounter when they get into the existing facade. So there will be signs posted and please don't let the scaffolding scare you off. Parking will be along

Rockhopper has now hidden his key for the Captains Quarters! This is how to find the keyOpen your map and go to the "Town".Now, enter the "Coffee Shop".When your there, go upstairs into the "Book Room".Now, click on the Book Shelf and select the book "The Journal of Captain Rockhopper".Go to the very last page in the book.Now, click on the key.You have now found the Rockhopper's Key!The key is also a Pin so you can put it on. To enter Rockhopper's Quarters, go to the Migrator that's in the beach, enter the Ship Hold, and go through the door. The room is so cool! There's even a game called "Treasure Hunt"That's not the only room that is opened. You can actually go into the Crows Nest by climbing on the ladder that's in the Migrator's upper deck.-Cena12121, T.C.P.C. President

Check it out! Rockhoppers & Yarr's Arr-ival Parr-ty has started. It's a pretty cool party but I wish that there was more free items. Here is how to get the free item, the Sailor Hat. . .Open you map and go to the "Plaza".Find the Treasure Chest with all the hats in it.Click on it.Oh, and don't forget Rockhopper's free item that's in the beach. Whats your favorite part in the party?-Cena12121, T.C.P.C. President

Rockhopper is here! And he did arrive with a motor, just as I thought. Anyway, he has free Red and Black Sialor Shirt for everyone at the beach. Also, Rockhopper is going to hide his keys for his Room on monday and if you find the key, you get to enter Rockhoppers room! I can't wait! -Cena12121, T.C.P.C. President

Hey penguins! We've all been waiting for him to come, and now he's here! Rockhopper is back! He's come to the Club Penguin shore with his little rowboat, and it turns out that he attatched a motor to it he found on Rockhopper Island. Anyway, he's amazingly brought back some new items again! This time they are located at the Beach on his Speedboat. You can get a Red & Black Sailor Shirt, which is the first free shirt given out in a while. For members, you can get a Rare Flower pot to put in your Igloo! There's also an extra note from RH apologizing for not bringing much, but I'm amazed he fitted anything onboard that tiny boat! In the newspaper, there's also a more lengthy note from RH. It says that he's very grateful for us fixing the Migrator, and as a reward he's planning to open th

Guess what? There is a new room on the way! The new room is coming out some time next week. I think that the room is going to be the Captain's Quarters or better known as Rockhopper's Room that is located in the Migrator.I mean look in the sneak peek below. Doesn't it look like the new room is in the Migrator? And the only room that is not opened is Rockhoppers room.Well, there is only one way to find out. . . we will have to wait. But maybe the room that all of us want to go in might be on the way. Tell me what you think the new room is.-Cena12121, T.C.P.C. President

Anne Smidt is our featured artist for April/May. We have a number of her lovely encaustics here at Rockhoppers. Her work is both grounded in Whidbey's landscapes, and whimsical. Often very colorful, her encaustic techniques allow for great contrast and very rich color depth and saturation. Small Play Houses Small Play Houses is about 4" by 21", Encaustic with Mixed Media, on Bark. There is a 5" chain provided for hanging the work. Gallery price: $90. Urban Jungle Urban Jungle is about 6" by 24", Encaustic, framed to stand out from the wall a good 3". Gallery price: $105. Which Way is Up Which Way is Up is about 6" by 24" Encaustic work. Gallery price: $105. Whidbey Winter Whidbey Winter is about 6" by 10", Encaustic

So Rockhoppers has a new artist. Anne Smidt is a mixed media artist who does Creative Encaustic Renderings. Unlike so many other Encaustic artists Anne's work is colorful, vibrant and full of whimsy. Anne never received formal art training, but for many years painted "functional art furniture: and acrylic "text memorabilia" on canvas. Anne spent 28 years in the high tech industry as an event planner and was surrounded by many talented, artistic people throughout her marketing career. Anne paints to express her love for her circle of friends, Puget Sound, and her home state, Idaho. She also paints angels in loving memory of her mom, Ruby.Anne is a member of the Island Art Council and is on the committee of the Open Studio Tour on Whidbey Island. Anne's work is done solely in Enca

About a month ago I recieved a visit from Sue Frause. Sue does a blog for the Seattle PI. She came to visit me and we had a lovely time. She said she would post me on her blog, and well, the holidays came and well, things got really busy... but today I got blogged. Check out her blog Whidbey Island Life and thanks Sue... The coffee is on me the next time you come by. Blogging on Whidbey Island.

Rockhoppers Presents Swords Into Plowshares. This recording is from their performance Saturday, December 8, 2007. View Larger, Rate, and Comment

Rockhoppers Presents Ed Newkirk & Chaz Glass. Great set of covers from Chaz and Ed. Here's the recording. View Larger, Rate, and Comment

Ed Newkirk & David Gregor played tonight -- great blues. Here's the recording. View Larger, Rate, and Comment View Full Screen

Rockhopper Is Back: Here is what the Club Penguin Team Said : Hello Penguins! This weekend marks the return of Captain Rockhopper after being gone for a while. He’s been spotted hanging around on his ship, at the beach, in the plaza, and a few other places. I hope everyone gets the chance to meet him because it’s a lot of fun! In other news: Construction is going well in the Plaza and I think it’s going to be really cool when it’s done. Also, don’t forget to keep voting for your favorite party, it’s going to be a blast!! Until then… Waddle on! - Club Penguin Team Check back!

Dex & James gave us a couple sets tonight. Nice night, lots of green tea smoothies for some reason. You can hear the blender running between songs. Here's the recording. View Larger, Rate, and Comment View Full Screen

Hey Everyone, Rockhopper is back agian and brought some new stuff wit him. Here is what we are ganna post about: Rockhopper New Pin Costruction at the Plaza Lets start with Rockhoppers ship, he has brought 2 items for non-members agian And here are the Items he brought: Winged Helmet ($00 Coins - FREE Item - Members and Non-Members Item) Red Pirate Dress ($450 Coins - Members Only) Wave’s ($75 Coins - Members Only - Furniture Item) Snapshot Background ($60 Coins - Members and Non-Members Item) (Click here to see Pirate Catalog without logging in) Also, the new pin is a UFO and its at the Dance Lounge: (Click here to see Room with Pin without logging in) Plus the Construction Changed at the Plaza, here is the new Costruction Look. Also if you wait a while, the yellow puffle show’s up to: (Click here to see Construction at Plaza without Login) If you put your curser (mouse) on the door of the custruction, it will make this sound? It sounds like a UFO like the pin. Ma

Rockhoppers Presenst Jewbilee, for the second time this year! Check out their web site: Jewbilee You can see their prior Rockhoppers performance here. View Larger, Rate, and Comment

The Gravel Road Band played tonight. Great group -- we're looking forward to having them again. View Larger, Rate, and Comment

Dex came tonight and played his love songs. He was great! For some reason, the webcam wouldn't record his performance -- I've got to troubleshoot that problem, for sure. I did get video from my camera, but those files are huge, and I have to edit them. Expect some videos soon. Text about Whidbey Island goes here.

So I have been doing some exploring lately when I have a minute or two and have noticed some really fun sites. I kind of thought I would share these with you. See what you think. As with our blog, they cover a variety of subjects. Historelli's Social Club, and History is a Weapon, and finally Dr. History. These are blogs that deal with history and are fun to explore. Indie Craft Documentary, Illustration Art, and Judy Perez's Blog, 2007 Bead Journal Project, The Art makerS Imagination Unlimited, and we can't forget this one notcot.com These blogs all deal in art in one way or another. Hobo Teacher Web Blog. This blog is great for giving a real look at what a teacher's world is really like. Plus this guy has an incredibly good sense of humor and actually loves his work! Just surfing the computer here on Whidbey Island

I thought it might be a good idea to post what types of payment we accept here at Rockhoppers. We get a fair amount of international travelers, and we want to be inclusive here. Of course, we take US currency. Cash is always welcome. We often get asked if we accept credit cards, despite having a sign on the door that says Visa/ MC. Yes, we take credit cards. I can't imagine having a business that doesn't take credit cards. We also will take your debit card, although if the amount is under $20, you have to specify that you want a debit transaction. That's because it's cheaper for us to run your card as credit than it is to run it as debit, unless you're charging more than $20. We would like to accept Canadian money, at par, particularly since it's doing so well against the dollar. Canadian money seems like it might be a better currency than ours. The problem is that our bank makes it very complex to deal with Canadian money. So no Canadian money for now. We also don'

If you missed Jewbilee, you really missed a great show. Here's the recording. We got our new mic for the webcam, but we're still having volume issues. I'm working on it -- until then, just turn up your volume. A lot. View Larger, Rate, and Comment View Full Screen

Recording of Chance's show. View Larger and Comment View Full Screen Chance links on the web. Pure Volume MySpace AudioStreet

This is the recorded video from Erik's show last night. View Larger, Rate, and Comment View Full Screen

Well it is turning to fall and it is time for changes so Rockhoppers is a Changin' (sorta) We welcomed three new artists into the gallery this week and their work is now on display. Pam Sanders is our featured artist this month with some wonderful bright and imaginative pieces. Pam is a very eclectic artist who has been creating since high school. She began with drawing and painting and has evolved into "anything goes". A detail from this one: Pam first began showing her hand sculpted polymer clay dolls and still incorporates polymer clay into her mixed media collages. Her work is best described as abstract expressionism. Myth, ancient cultures and fantasy novels are her inspirations. Pam's mixed medial collages are made with hand painted papers, and bold bright color and texture are used to create depth. Her work is fascinating and I really encourage you to come check it out since she will only be showing her till October 1st. The next artist is an artist that was sho

We are going to have some fun this next month. Don't forget Rockhoppers new schedule and our many events. Also we are looking for groups who play bridge, pinochle and other card games to come in and play at Rockhoppers. (I do not have a gambling license so poker and other gambling games are out.) We welcome bizarre games like Killer Bunnies or Kill Dr. Lucky and we love playing most games too so if you want to play and cant find someone to play with you come to Rockhoppers for some board game fun.

So here is another Thursday. Not a lot going on here, except I certainly have been busy. First there was making the flier for the Progressive Associations meeting next week, then doing the invites for the Clinton Chamber for their "meet and greet" event in the park next week, then an interview with a local paper reporter and I was interviewed for the Progressive Association as well today. We are planning our dinner theater troupe and will have our first meeting next week for that. It starts at 5:00PM on Thursdays. Come see what we are up to or join in the fun. L will be directing us and showing us the best of improv and we will be creating an acting community that will be welcoming and fun for all it's members. It is our plan to do dinner theater at rockhoppers and then move it out to other venues including nursing homes, retirement homes, the community hall for a dinner theater and other venues as we can. I am also finally getting my altered books going. We will start that tomor

So Rockhoppers finally has some wonderful products for you to purchase. We are really excited about these and if you would like to purchase something please feel free to check out our shop at Cafepress Shopping on Whidbey Island for Rockhoppers

I have had a fair week this week all things considered. I have walked everyday with Kimi except Monday and I have had a lot of energy and well I have gotten a lot done. I am working on scheduling things for Rockhoppers for Clinton days and that has been a big to do.. I am also responsible for scheduling things for the Progressive Association for Clinton Days so this has been a lot on my plate. I have two entertainers coming from out of town in May and have also been trying to get them scheduled and well it has been a really hectic day not to mention getting my taxes done.. dont mention them it just makes me ill and well my brochures are going out on the ferries within the next week. Well lets just say it has been busy and it is no wonder I am a little fried! But I always feel so good when a week like this occurs. I need to work on a few art ideas.. One is a small altered book. I am going to do a screen using the same idea as the book and may sell both of them together. The title is "Wo

We just got some pieces in from Mark O'Malley today. So I am posting a few of them for you to see. I have also posted pieces from Crystal Place.These pieces are part of her estate and the sale of them will help with funeral expenses. As you can see Crystal was a true artist and extremely meticulous in the work she did. She will be missed and was a true asset to the artist community. I expect we will be getting more pieces from estate over the next few weeks. It is Rockhopper's honor to be able to display these pieces. It was our honor to have known her.

Just click on the calendar and it will pop up to a size you can read.

Here is a video of Clem with a little friend who has written a song about Clem's dog. Clem Floyd Clip 1The following two clips are of Clem entertaining us at Rockhoppers.Clem Floyd Clip 2Clem Floyd Clip 3

I promised I would show some updated pictures of the shop so here are a few that were taken today. I hope you enjoy them.

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=8283936357469459131http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-2884006820149238411 Here is the video of Steve Jordan and Ed Newkirk playing at Rockhoppers last night. I hope you enjoy it. There are some pics of the audience and the performers and as you can see if you didn't make it to the event you missed out! All told we had about 40 people in to hear Steve and Ed. It was a GREAT night! For all of you who came out to listen.. thanks... You made this a wonderful night. Steve and Ed will be back again and when they are I will let you know so you can hear this wonderful duo.