Topic: Around Here
Bite of the San Juan Islands
Written on October 13, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Come and celebrate the Gourmet Archipelago all under one roof! San Juan Island Cheese and Island Grown present the bounty of island harvest at the 1st annual “Bite of the San Juan Islands” at Friday Harbor’s Brickworks Plaza on October 26 Join the talented chefs, farmers, winemakers, and brewers of the San Juan Islands at this Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on October 13, 2014 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
This gorgeous girl is “Zena” and she’s been here at the Friday Harbor Animal Shelter for several months, hoping someone will meet her and see what we see in her – a sweet, affectionate dog whose life got off to a rough start due to an irresponsible owner. Zena was neglected and over-crated for the Continue Reading
Whale Museum Docent Training
Written on October 13, 2014 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Would you like to be a museum docent? Please join us at The Whale Museum for the Docent Training Program for our Exhibit Hall. The program will take place on Saturday, October 18th at noon at the Museum. We’ll meet each other, walk through the museum and talk about exhibits, talk about commonly asked questions, Continue Reading
Girls Night Out
Written on October 13, 2014 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Be Chic Boutique… Greetings! You are invited to celebrate our second anniversary celebration. Without YOU we would not be here! Girls’ Night Out & Anniversary Sale Come celebrate our 2nd Anniversary and a little girl time! Snack, sip and shop. Yummy treats are provided by the fabulous folks from Spring Street Continue Reading
Oktoberfest!
Written on October 11, 2014 at 2:03 pm, by Tim Dustrude
This popular island event has been going for nearly 20 years… started by one guy who went to Bavaria and came home with a trunk full of lederhosen. Bill Van Alen gathered a bunch of local musicians, taught them authentic Bavarian Oktoberfest tunes and started a festival that has been an island favorite ever since. Continue Reading
Jack’s Birthday Party
Written on October 10, 2014 at 2:35 pm, by Tim Dustrude
You’re invited to the Barking Bird, Saturday October 11th to celebrate Jack’s 11th Birthday. Click the poster below to enlarge it for more info. And Happy Birthday from the Update Jack!
Fog at the Parking Lot
Written on October 10, 2014 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s another fog photo. This one, by Louise Dustrude, was shot from a parking lot! Marketplace Thursday morning, looking toward the vacant field next door. Thanks for sharing L- uh, Mom!
Support for your Local Candidates
Written on October 10, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
A number of people have sent letters to the Update email inbox in support of their favorite candidates in the upcoming election. You can see their letters at the link below. The page will be updated as more letters come in so you might want to check back frequently… Read their letters here.
Lighthouse Preschool Fundraiser
Written on October 10, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
October 9th – October 23rd Just in time for the holidays, the preschool is selling Butter Braids, Break & Bake Cookies and Puff Pastries. These delicious treats keep well in your freezer until you are ready to bake them. There are many flavors to choose from. $12 each Contact your favorite preschooler or Alisa Schoultz Continue Reading
EDC Supports OPALCO Broadband
Written on October 10, 2014 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County EDC Commends OPALCO for Progress on Broadband Initiative The San Juan County Economic Development Council commends OPALCO for its rapid progress on the broadband initiative, particularly its work on the completed broadband plan and development of “Neighborhood Connections” for broadband deployment in the county. The EDC has worked for many years on Continue Reading
Reminder: Chili Cook-Off
Written on October 10, 2014 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Don’t forget – it’s this Saturday… Island Harvest Chili Cook-Off and Art Market Local chefs compete for prizes as they present their best vegetarian and non-vegetarian chili recipes. Tasting tickets cost $10 – $16 and include cornbread, fresh pressed cider and homemade S’mores. Cook-Off winners will be announced at 6:00 pm. Admission is FREE to Continue Reading
Inspire Medical Clinic
Written on October 9, 2014 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dr. Vincent Shu has opened a new clinic over on Price Street next to the historical museum and has this to share with you… INSPIRE Medical Clinic is committed to helping individuals find solutions to the health issues they are experiencing. Our goal is to educate and empower our patients by emphasizing nature’s inherent self-healing Continue Reading
Town Announces Improvements to Evergreen Park
Written on October 9, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Friday Harbor Town Council welcomes the public to enjoy the new walking path, picnic area and greenery recently added to Evergreen Park. The park is one of five parks within the Town, and is located off of Spruce Street on Green Way in the Greenway neighborhood. The public is invited to suggest additional enhancements. “Sarena Continue Reading
Ferry Reservations
Written on October 9, 2014 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Are you unsure about the upcoming ferry reservations? Some people have asked if I would put up a link to this petition site which is gathering signatures to Revoke the Reservation System and saying “the issue was not brought to our attention until the ‘solution’ was etched in stone.” Or do you simply have questions Continue Reading
Girls’ Basketball Parent Meeting
Written on October 9, 2014 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Denyse Davis for all you basketball parents out there… We are having a mandatory meeting for all parents of girls 5th through 8th grade that have signed up or have the desire to play in this off-island basketball league. It will be Monday, October 13 at 5:00 at the FHAA Clubhouse Continue Reading
Medicare Workshops
Written on October 9, 2014 at 5:20 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Library, the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA), Life Care of San Juan Islands, and San Juan Senior Services are working together to sponsor two community workshops in Friday Harbor presenting an overview of Medicare information for seniors and Medicare Part D, or the prescription drug insurance program. The Medicare workshops Continue Reading
Bite of the San Juan Islands
Written on October 13, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Come and celebrate the Gourmet Archipelago all under one roof! San Juan Island Cheese and Island Grown present the bounty of island harvest at the 1st annual “Bite of the San Juan Islands” at Friday Harbor’s Brickworks Plaza on October 26 Join the talented chefs, farmers, winemakers, and brewers of the San Juan Islands at this Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on October 13, 2014 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
This gorgeous girl is “Zena” and she’s been here at the Friday Harbor Animal Shelter for several months, hoping someone will meet her and see what we see in her – a sweet, affectionate dog whose life got off to a rough start due to an irresponsible owner. Zena was neglected and over-crated for the Continue Reading
Whale Museum Docent Training
Written on October 13, 2014 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Would you like to be a museum docent? Please join us at The Whale Museum for the Docent Training Program for our Exhibit Hall. The program will take place on Saturday, October 18th at noon at the Museum. We’ll meet each other, walk through the museum and talk about exhibits, talk about commonly asked questions, Continue Reading
Girls Night Out
Written on October 13, 2014 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Be Chic Boutique… Greetings! You are invited to celebrate our second anniversary celebration. Without YOU we would not be here! Girls’ Night Out & Anniversary Sale Come celebrate our 2nd Anniversary and a little girl time! Snack, sip and shop. Yummy treats are provided by the fabulous folks from Spring Street Continue Reading
Oktoberfest!
Written on October 11, 2014 at 2:03 pm, by Tim Dustrude
This popular island event has been going for nearly 20 years… started by one guy who went to Bavaria and came home with a trunk full of lederhosen. Bill Van Alen gathered a bunch of local musicians, taught them authentic Bavarian Oktoberfest tunes and started a festival that has been an island favorite ever since. Continue Reading
Jack’s Birthday Party
Written on October 10, 2014 at 2:35 pm, by Tim Dustrude
You’re invited to the Barking Bird, Saturday October 11th to celebrate Jack’s 11th Birthday. Click the poster below to enlarge it for more info. And Happy Birthday from the Update Jack!
Fog at the Parking Lot
Written on October 10, 2014 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s another fog photo. This one, by Louise Dustrude, was shot from a parking lot! Marketplace Thursday morning, looking toward the vacant field next door. Thanks for sharing L- uh, Mom!
Support for your Local Candidates
Written on October 10, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
A number of people have sent letters to the Update email inbox in support of their favorite candidates in the upcoming election. You can see their letters at the link below. The page will be updated as more letters come in so you might want to check back frequently… Read their letters here.
Lighthouse Preschool Fundraiser
Written on October 10, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
October 9th – October 23rd Just in time for the holidays, the preschool is selling Butter Braids, Break & Bake Cookies and Puff Pastries. These delicious treats keep well in your freezer until you are ready to bake them. There are many flavors to choose from. $12 each Contact your favorite preschooler or Alisa Schoultz Continue Reading
EDC Supports OPALCO Broadband
Written on October 10, 2014 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County EDC Commends OPALCO for Progress on Broadband Initiative The San Juan County Economic Development Council commends OPALCO for its rapid progress on the broadband initiative, particularly its work on the completed broadband plan and development of “Neighborhood Connections” for broadband deployment in the county. The EDC has worked for many years on Continue Reading
Reminder: Chili Cook-Off
Written on October 10, 2014 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Don’t forget – it’s this Saturday… Island Harvest Chili Cook-Off and Art Market Local chefs compete for prizes as they present their best vegetarian and non-vegetarian chili recipes. Tasting tickets cost $10 – $16 and include cornbread, fresh pressed cider and homemade S’mores. Cook-Off winners will be announced at 6:00 pm. Admission is FREE to Continue Reading
Inspire Medical Clinic
Written on October 9, 2014 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dr. Vincent Shu has opened a new clinic over on Price Street next to the historical museum and has this to share with you… INSPIRE Medical Clinic is committed to helping individuals find solutions to the health issues they are experiencing. Our goal is to educate and empower our patients by emphasizing nature’s inherent self-healing Continue Reading
Town Announces Improvements to Evergreen Park
Written on October 9, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Friday Harbor Town Council welcomes the public to enjoy the new walking path, picnic area and greenery recently added to Evergreen Park. The park is one of five parks within the Town, and is located off of Spruce Street on Green Way in the Greenway neighborhood. The public is invited to suggest additional enhancements. “Sarena Continue Reading
Ferry Reservations
Written on October 9, 2014 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Are you unsure about the upcoming ferry reservations? Some people have asked if I would put up a link to this petition site which is gathering signatures to Revoke the Reservation System and saying “the issue was not brought to our attention until the ‘solution’ was etched in stone.” Or do you simply have questions Continue Reading
Girls’ Basketball Parent Meeting
Written on October 9, 2014 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Denyse Davis for all you basketball parents out there… We are having a mandatory meeting for all parents of girls 5th through 8th grade that have signed up or have the desire to play in this off-island basketball league. It will be Monday, October 13 at 5:00 at the FHAA Clubhouse Continue Reading
Medicare Workshops
Written on October 9, 2014 at 5:20 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Library, the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA), Life Care of San Juan Islands, and San Juan Senior Services are working together to sponsor two community workshops in Friday Harbor presenting an overview of Medicare information for seniors and Medicare Part D, or the prescription drug insurance program. The Medicare workshops Continue Reading