Topic: Around Here
Port Commission Meeting
Written on March 7, 2014 at 9:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Port Commission Meeting at San Juan Island Yacht Club Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at 7pm Meeting Agenda 1. Citizen comments/requests: For items not on the agenda citizens can make a brief presentation and ask the Commission to schedule a topic for discussion at a future meeting. 2. Regular Business A. Approve minutes for February 26, 2014 Continue Reading
FHHS Jazz Soloists Recognized
Written on March 7, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
In February the Friday Harbor High School Jazz Band participated in the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival at the University of Idaho. Both the Friday Harbor High School full jazz band and a six-member jazz combo performed for adjudication. 130 schools attended the 4-day event. Over two thousand students participated and 200 soloists were recognized. Among Continue Reading
New Associate at FH Dentistry
Written on March 7, 2014 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
I just heard from Peg over at Friday Harbor Dentistry that they have a new dental associate. Here she is with the story… We’re pleased to announce that Dr. Horn has added a new dental associate to his team: Dr. Greg Fisher. As you’ll see in the attached backgrounder/press release, Dr. Fisher is a very Continue Reading
FHHS Senior Rummage Sale
Written on March 7, 2014 at 5:20 am, by Tim Dustrude
The FHHS Senior Class 2014 Rummage Sale needs your good, usable donations! Drop offs at FHHS Commons Friday, March 14, 12:00 to 5:00. The Rummage Sale and Bake Sale takes place on Saturday, March 15, 8:00 to 1:00. Please come and find some treasures, while supporting our 2014 Seniors. All proceeds go to support Graduation Night activities.
Bargain Night Thursday!
Written on March 6, 2014 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
The final shows of San Juan Community Theatre’s winter play showcasing Britain’s unsung heroes of WWII, Lilies on the Land, start off with a “Bargain Night” THIS Thursday, March 6 at 7:30 pm in the Whittier. Tickets are $5 off the regular $19 for adults and $3 off the regular $10 for student reserved. Directed Continue Reading
Waterfront History Presentation and Pie Potluck
Written on March 6, 2014 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Thursday, March 20th the Port of Friday Harbor will host a Waterfront History presentation with local architectural historian Boyd Pratt. Old photographs and maps will be shown to explain the development of the Friday Harbor Waterfront. The presentation will begin at 7pm at the San Juan Island Grange. Hot beverages plus homemade cookies will Continue Reading
Help with Affordable Care Act
Written on March 6, 2014 at 12:19 am, by Tim Dustrude
Are you confused about the new Affordable Care Act? Many people have been reading about the frustrations of trying to enroll in a healthcare plan through Washington State’s new Healthplanfinder website. But here’s a piece of good news: according to the Washington State Health Care Authority, San Juan County leads the entire state in not Continue Reading
FAA Mandated Airport Tree Management
Written on March 6, 2014 at 12:05 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor residents may notice some limited tree removal operations on or near the airport over the next couple of weeks. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires that any objects including trees, buildings, antennas, etc. that penetrate “approach surfaces” must be lighted, marked or removed. In a recent safety inspection, certain trees were identified as Continue Reading
Meet & Greet with New BLM Nat’l Monument Manager
Written on March 5, 2014 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Islanders for the San Juan Islands National Monument will be hosting a Meet and Greet for the new Manager of the National Monument, Marcia deChadenedes. BLM’s Spokane District Manager, Daniel Picard, will also be at the event which is being held at the San Juan Preservation Trust office, 468 Argyle Avenue, Friday Harbor from on March Continue Reading
Friends before Facebook
Written on March 5, 2014 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s this month’s little bit of history, Part VII in our series from the San Juan Historical Museum… International Women’s Day is observed by the United Nations each year on March 8, and so our subject this month is island women. We think of this image as “Friends before Facebook” and invite you to note Continue Reading
Trails Committee Potluck
Written on March 4, 2014 at 6:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
8th Annual San Juan Island Trails Committee Potluck Evening Please join us for this annual community event. Hear about the adventure of two local couples cycling from one end of Britain to the other, with some background on how it came to be possible. Bring your own table setting with beverage of choice, and a dish to share. Learn a little Continue Reading
Children’s Festival Poster Contest
Written on March 4, 2014 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Attention, young artists! Island Rec needs your help to design the poster for this year’s Children’s Festival! Kids of all ages are invited to submit poster designs that incorporate this year’s festival theme: Wild Wild West! Artworks must be submitted on an official entry form, which can be obtained at Island Rec’s office or at Continue Reading
March for Meals at Mullis Center
Written on March 4, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
On March 12th The Senior Center is having an extra special lunch to help raise funds for the Nutrition Program which is part of the nationwide program March for Meals and brings awareness about senior hunger and the fact that food costs have gone up and the government subsidy has gone down. Mullis Community Senior Continue Reading
San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit
Written on March 4, 2014 at 5:08 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s March 7 & 8, 2014, on Orcas Island The 2014 San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit will offer a two-day program packed with information and inspiration, including a stellar line-up of keynote speakers and session leaders. March 7, Hands-On Friday – will include three workshops, 1:30-5:00 p.m., covering biochar production, farm-to-school programs, and farmstead butchering. Continue Reading
Starr Excavation Expands
Written on March 3, 2014 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Craig Starr, owner of Starr Excavation here on San Juan Island, and Orcas Septic Service, is expanding operations to include portable toilet rentals which are great for large outdoor events and weddings, etc. He will also be doing septic inspection and pumping. Previously the owner of another local septic service company, Craig brings his experience Continue Reading
John Kulseth Announces Candidacy for Assessor
Written on March 3, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Kulseth, Chief Appraiser for the Assessors office, shares this announcement of his candidacy for Assessor… I’ve had the privilege of working in the Assessors office for 10 years and am now seeking the opportunity to lead the next four years of the assessment process in San Juan County. As an appraiser, manager, and database Continue Reading
Port Commission Meeting
Written on March 7, 2014 at 9:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Port Commission Meeting at San Juan Island Yacht Club Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at 7pm Meeting Agenda 1. Citizen comments/requests: For items not on the agenda citizens can make a brief presentation and ask the Commission to schedule a topic for discussion at a future meeting. 2. Regular Business A. Approve minutes for February 26, 2014 Continue Reading
FHHS Jazz Soloists Recognized
Written on March 7, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
In February the Friday Harbor High School Jazz Band participated in the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival at the University of Idaho. Both the Friday Harbor High School full jazz band and a six-member jazz combo performed for adjudication. 130 schools attended the 4-day event. Over two thousand students participated and 200 soloists were recognized. Among Continue Reading
New Associate at FH Dentistry
Written on March 7, 2014 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
I just heard from Peg over at Friday Harbor Dentistry that they have a new dental associate. Here she is with the story… We’re pleased to announce that Dr. Horn has added a new dental associate to his team: Dr. Greg Fisher. As you’ll see in the attached backgrounder/press release, Dr. Fisher is a very Continue Reading
FHHS Senior Rummage Sale
Written on March 7, 2014 at 5:20 am, by Tim Dustrude
The FHHS Senior Class 2014 Rummage Sale needs your good, usable donations! Drop offs at FHHS Commons Friday, March 14, 12:00 to 5:00. The Rummage Sale and Bake Sale takes place on Saturday, March 15, 8:00 to 1:00. Please come and find some treasures, while supporting our 2014 Seniors. All proceeds go to support Graduation Night activities.
Bargain Night Thursday!
Written on March 6, 2014 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
The final shows of San Juan Community Theatre’s winter play showcasing Britain’s unsung heroes of WWII, Lilies on the Land, start off with a “Bargain Night” THIS Thursday, March 6 at 7:30 pm in the Whittier. Tickets are $5 off the regular $19 for adults and $3 off the regular $10 for student reserved. Directed Continue Reading
Waterfront History Presentation and Pie Potluck
Written on March 6, 2014 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Thursday, March 20th the Port of Friday Harbor will host a Waterfront History presentation with local architectural historian Boyd Pratt. Old photographs and maps will be shown to explain the development of the Friday Harbor Waterfront. The presentation will begin at 7pm at the San Juan Island Grange. Hot beverages plus homemade cookies will Continue Reading
Help with Affordable Care Act
Written on March 6, 2014 at 12:19 am, by Tim Dustrude
Are you confused about the new Affordable Care Act? Many people have been reading about the frustrations of trying to enroll in a healthcare plan through Washington State’s new Healthplanfinder website. But here’s a piece of good news: according to the Washington State Health Care Authority, San Juan County leads the entire state in not Continue Reading
FAA Mandated Airport Tree Management
Written on March 6, 2014 at 12:05 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor residents may notice some limited tree removal operations on or near the airport over the next couple of weeks. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires that any objects including trees, buildings, antennas, etc. that penetrate “approach surfaces” must be lighted, marked or removed. In a recent safety inspection, certain trees were identified as Continue Reading
Meet & Greet with New BLM Nat’l Monument Manager
Written on March 5, 2014 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Islanders for the San Juan Islands National Monument will be hosting a Meet and Greet for the new Manager of the National Monument, Marcia deChadenedes. BLM’s Spokane District Manager, Daniel Picard, will also be at the event which is being held at the San Juan Preservation Trust office, 468 Argyle Avenue, Friday Harbor from on March Continue Reading
Friends before Facebook
Written on March 5, 2014 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s this month’s little bit of history, Part VII in our series from the San Juan Historical Museum… International Women’s Day is observed by the United Nations each year on March 8, and so our subject this month is island women. We think of this image as “Friends before Facebook” and invite you to note Continue Reading
Trails Committee Potluck
Written on March 4, 2014 at 6:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
8th Annual San Juan Island Trails Committee Potluck Evening Please join us for this annual community event. Hear about the adventure of two local couples cycling from one end of Britain to the other, with some background on how it came to be possible. Bring your own table setting with beverage of choice, and a dish to share. Learn a little Continue Reading
Children’s Festival Poster Contest
Written on March 4, 2014 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Attention, young artists! Island Rec needs your help to design the poster for this year’s Children’s Festival! Kids of all ages are invited to submit poster designs that incorporate this year’s festival theme: Wild Wild West! Artworks must be submitted on an official entry form, which can be obtained at Island Rec’s office or at Continue Reading
March for Meals at Mullis Center
Written on March 4, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
On March 12th The Senior Center is having an extra special lunch to help raise funds for the Nutrition Program which is part of the nationwide program March for Meals and brings awareness about senior hunger and the fact that food costs have gone up and the government subsidy has gone down. Mullis Community Senior Continue Reading
San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit
Written on March 4, 2014 at 5:08 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s March 7 & 8, 2014, on Orcas Island The 2014 San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit will offer a two-day program packed with information and inspiration, including a stellar line-up of keynote speakers and session leaders. March 7, Hands-On Friday – will include three workshops, 1:30-5:00 p.m., covering biochar production, farm-to-school programs, and farmstead butchering. Continue Reading
Starr Excavation Expands
Written on March 3, 2014 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Craig Starr, owner of Starr Excavation here on San Juan Island, and Orcas Septic Service, is expanding operations to include portable toilet rentals which are great for large outdoor events and weddings, etc. He will also be doing septic inspection and pumping. Previously the owner of another local septic service company, Craig brings his experience Continue Reading
John Kulseth Announces Candidacy for Assessor
Written on March 3, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Kulseth, Chief Appraiser for the Assessors office, shares this announcement of his candidacy for Assessor… I’ve had the privilege of working in the Assessors office for 10 years and am now seeking the opportunity to lead the next four years of the assessment process in San Juan County. As an appraiser, manager, and database Continue Reading