Hey, I told you this was a great one – the opening week’s crowds have agreed with me on that. Now’s your chance to make sure you don’t miss the show, and you wantt o miss the chance to laugh, either…here’s more from Jan Bollwinkel-Smith at the Community Theatre: Final Shows and Bargain Night for  Continue Reading

It was great to hear San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tom Kirschner mention a couple of months ago that he wanted to pull together the Ocktoberfest celebration again…he helped spearhead the effort that pulled together the Kiwanis Club, Rotary Club, Lions Club and Medical Guild, as well as sponsors KIngs Market, Islanders  Continue Reading

One of the toughest things is to feel is betrayed by someone who lies to you…Pamela Meyer explores ways to be able to tell (and not tell) whether we’re being duped. An honest world matters…see what you think:

There’s a lot going on – let’s check it out! • Homecoming 2011 is this week at Friday Harbor High! And…it’s all on Friday! The parade is at 3:25pm, followed at the high school by the pep ralley at around 4. The JV football squad will play at 4:45pm, followed by the varsity at 7pm  Continue Reading

Here’s the word from the APS’ director, Leslie Byron: Normally this time of year, we celebrate the Doggone Good Dinner at Duck Soup Inn.  After 25 years of hosting this fundraiser for the shelter, Gretchen opted to take a well-deserved break this year, and do the Doggone Good Dinner every other year.  Gary Gero and  Continue Reading

Linda from the Slow Food Land & Sea Cooperative has a great presentation series ahead, starting next week on Tuesday – here’s the deal: I wanted to let you know about about visitors we are bringing to the island from Ecuador’s Kallari Cacao and Chocolate Cooperative. Judy Logback is an activist and the founder of  Continue Reading

I got to see the moon over Griffin Bay last night before the clouds & rain swept in & it’s always beautiful when it’s full over the water…. My photos, however, sometimes show it as a different size than I expect (not yesterday…too many clouds!), so I looked up a little write up about why  Continue Reading

Last week, when the Yakima went to the repair dock & our tiny Hiyu was added to the interisland routes, kicking the Evergreen State up to the Anacortes run, a friend said….”Whoa, what would happen if one of the ferries breaks now? Do we have any more backups?” Not today, as the Hiyu (above) called  Continue Reading

Just heard from Haley – looks like fun! The owners of Westcott Bay Cider and San Juan Island Distillery are opening their doors, and their orchard, for a weekend-long Fall Harvest Party. Locals and visitors are invited to come by the orchard, roll up their sleeves and help harvest some of the apples that are  Continue Reading

Great event for the kids – don’t miss it! Here’s more from Carolyn: Games, a coloring contest, a rescue demonstration, food and lots of fun are on the agenda at the Safety Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 9, at the Mullis Street Fire Station. Participating agencies include the San Juan  Continue Reading

Here’s a note from Tom about how you can help: The San Juan County Economic Development Council is seeking input from the community on how we use the Internet today and what they need in the future. I know you have a large following on SJ Update, and was hoping you could help us get  Continue Reading

Let’s see what’s up around here: • Pam wants to remind you….it’s this Friday! The Writers’ Café open mic will be held from 5:00 – 6:30 PM at The Bean on Friday, October 7th. Bring your fiction, nonfiction or poetry to read or just show up to listen. Please show our appreciation for Eric and  Continue Reading

Last night I got the chance to swing by and check out the Community Theatre‘s new production of Charles Morey’s play The Ladies Man before it opens tonight for a two-week run. This is one you are going to like. You’ll see audiences leaning forward to catch the wordplay in this amazing, somewhat farcical, somewhat  Continue Reading

Well, it’s time to check in with the people who have been writing to the editorial staff here at the San Juan Update. First of all I want you to know, we read everything that is sent to us. Second, I want you to know we answer some of it. And most importantly, it is  Continue Reading

The Feast Day of St. Francis was earlier this week (the fourth), so the blessing will be this weekend so folks can come & bring their furry or feathered friends…. Happy St. Francis Day to you!

Here’s the report from Rebecca at Island Rec: We had our very first RUN, WALK, WAG 5K this past Sunday and it was a HOOT (or should I say howl)….Dogs and people walking and running in a huge pack (in costume)…it’s hard to beat! Island Rec wants to give a huge thanks to the following  Continue Reading

San Juan Island Oktoberfest Celebrating the 17th Anniversary of this Island Tradition Saturday, October 8, 2011 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. San Juan County Fairgrounds Pavilion Tickets: Adults $8, Age 12 & under admission is Free! Scrip for Meals and Beverages will be sold at the door and advance purchase through the SJI Chamber. The  Continue Reading

Lenore wants to invite you: Jewelry Sale to Benefit Peace Island Medical Center A trunk sale of Silpada Designs Sterling Silver handmade jewelry will be held to benefit the Peace Island Medical Center. The event will be hosted by Lenore Bayuk and Kathie Arcide from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday October 9, 2011 at  Continue Reading

Sunny day to you….it’s there, whether you let the clouds get in the way or not…. • This week the Ladies’ Man opens at the Community Theatre…it runs till the 16th. I’ll try & catch dress rehearsal tomorrow so I can report to you about it. I sure liked the script… ++++++++++++ • Every so  Continue Reading

It’s tonight! The San Juan Public Schools Foundation is having its annual Phone A Thon – this is the San Juan Public Schools Foundation’s main fundraiser to help meet the needs of the schools that the State doesn’t fund and the schools need more than ever this year. Expect a call. And here’s why – here  Continue Reading