Monthly Archives: December 2011

Happy solstice to you!

Written on December 21, 2011 at 3:20 am, by

It’s great to have a day that you know means….more light! From here on out (for a half year, anyway) the days just get longer – wahoo!

Women’s Fund makes grants to enrich lives of island residents…

Written on December 21, 2011 at 2:06 am, by

I love the way our Community Foundation pulls different parts of our community together  – here’s another super example: Women’s Fund Makes Grants to Enrich Lives for Island Residents The Women’s Fund (WF) of the San Juan Island Community Foundation announced its 2011 grant program after counting the ballots. The recipients are Friday Harbor Food  Continue Reading

Here Comes the Sun….it’s all right

Written on December 20, 2011 at 11:59 pm, by

Richie Havens in 1971…..

Newscap: Tuesday

Written on December 20, 2011 at 9:34 am, by

Happy Tuesday to you! • Oren at The Rumor Mill wants to invite you down tonight – he & Peggy are offering a Hanukkah menu with Chicken Matzo Ball soup, Latkes, Beef Brisket, & much more. Menorah lighting at 7pm, followed by live music with OPA. The celebration of traditional Hannukah food starts at 4pm  Continue Reading

Moving over….

Written on December 20, 2011 at 9:01 am, by

Last night was the last night for MiCasita in its “old” location…Gregg & the gang closed the doors there & will re-open soon at spot in the Best Western where Homesteaders was last year & earlier this year….

Moving on….

Written on December 20, 2011 at 8:48 am, by

When Zip San Juan opened late last year, and got off to a roaring start of a first summer this past year, the main reason as far as I can tell was the ebullient & positive & cheerful way that Pat & Stella Moll-Nevins do business. If you ever wonder whether word of mouth works  Continue Reading

The play goes on….

Written on December 19, 2011 at 8:22 am, by

Island Stage Left’s Omnium Gatherum continues this week for its last week, with shows Wednesday, Thursday, Friday at Roche Harbor at 7:30. The Christmas Eve shows are by reservation and Helen tells me that the 6:30 show is sold out but there are now 6 seats available for the 4:00 show and a short waiting  Continue Reading

Funny how that works.

Written on December 19, 2011 at 8:02 am, by

Thanks to Jessica Hagy, Indexed.

A visit to Santa…

Written on December 19, 2011 at 7:51 am, by

Dozens & dozens of kids & their parents made their way to the Grange to see Santa & help decorate the tree there, sing, and eat cookies on Saturday….this annual event is a favorite for new & old islanders alike.

What’s new at the Music Store – check out Isle Be Jammin’….

Written on December 17, 2011 at 5:24 am, by

Here’s the word from Kirk for this Christmas: 10-30% off Instruments, Assesories, Stocking Stuffers, Lessons & Gift Certificates Our mission revolves around one basic premise… “Everyone has a song to sing…. everyone has music to make!” It is our desire to assist anyone and everyone in sharing their musical talent. By providing new and vintage  Continue Reading

Review: Julia & The Dream

Written on December 16, 2011 at 4:44 am, by

It’s great to hear our local musicians get good press – here’s Julia and the Dream‘s first official in-print review in Bellingham’s Whats Up? As a credit to their exceptionally interesting album, your average Top 40 doofus won’t give a damn about Julia and the Dream. This record will not work for everybody as it  Continue Reading

Just married this fall: Nick & Ashlee

Written on December 16, 2011 at 4:33 am, by

Ron & Trish Lehman are pretty proud: Nicholas Joseph (Nick) Lehman and Ashlee Jo Ross were married on Sept. 10, 2011 at Bear Creek Country Club in Woodinville, WA. Nick is employed by Pioneer Cable and works out of Lynnwood, while Ashlee is a financial analyst at AT&T in Redmond, WA. They met while attending  Continue Reading

Wintry colors….

Written on December 16, 2011 at 4:21 am, by

Ready for the season, with good cheer…

Written on December 16, 2011 at 2:08 am, by

Just checked with Judy Chovan, who saw a preview of the show – she reports you don’t want to miss this one! I meant to tell you if you have a chance go see Omnium Gatherum – it is just a perfect blend of music and poetry and readings – amazing talent and great holiday  Continue Reading

Frosty, the window….

Written on December 15, 2011 at 4:09 am, by

Proof it was cold last weekend – Carlys Allen got ice flowers on her windshield Saturday morning. Pretty this time of year!

Around the island….

Written on December 15, 2011 at 4:05 am, by

Let’s see what’s up: • Just got this nice note from Lisa Adamo: Jodi Calhoun is a very old and dear friend of mine.  Could you somehow, some way, find a way to wish her a very Happy Birthday from Lisa tomorrow (December 15th)?  I don’t have her email or phone any more, but I  Continue Reading