Topic: Around Here
Opening Reception at WM McCauley Gallery
Written on September 18, 2013 at 4:27 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join us Saturday Sept 21st for another exciting opening reception at WM McCauley Gallery; featuring the works of Barbara and Matt Dollahite. Come as you are, and enjoy the art and refreshments! Barbara’s work is created using layers and layers of hand made paper. Each piece is hand colored with transparent watercolor then applied to Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on September 17, 2013 at 10:19 pm, by Tim Dustrude
You may remember “Ruby”, as she was featured as our Pet of the Week a few months ago. Sadly, she is still waiting for a home to call her own so we thought we would re-introduce her. Ruby is about 7 years old, and recently lost her family, home and best dog-friend through no fault Continue Reading
Business Planning & Financing Workshop
Written on September 17, 2013 at 4:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE half-day workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on San Juan Island, on Wednesday, September 25, from 10:30am until 1pm. Advance registration is required. The business and financing workshop course material will be presented by James McCafferty, of the Economic Development Association of Skagit County, Continue Reading
From the Update Mailbox
Written on September 17, 2013 at 4:17 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note to you from Cathy Kromer… I have been living and raising my family here in Friday Harbor for the past ten years. Recently, I decided to open a business and I am looking for approximately 2,000 sq ft of commercial rental property in downtown Friday Harbor. Although my new business doesn’t need to Continue Reading
DAR Presented with Constitution Week Proclamation
Written on September 16, 2013 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
At the September 10 meeting of San Juan County Council, Daughters of the American Revolution were presented with a proclamation of Constitution Week in San Juan County. Constitution week is Sept. 17 – 23 The tradition of celebrating the Constitution began in 1955 when the DAR petitioned Congress to set aside Sept. 17-23 annually for Continue Reading
GMO Labeling Lecture
Written on September 16, 2013 at 4:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Grange #966 begins its 2013 Fall Lecture Series with a program on I-522: Labeling Genetically Engineered Foods on Wednesday September 18, 2013 at the Grange Hall. The program begins at 7pm, preceded by a potluck at 6pm—all are welcome and encouraged to attend. Former San Juan Island resident Anne Mosness will discuss Continue Reading
New Look at Buffers for Critical Areas
Written on September 16, 2013 at 4:13 am, by Tim Dustrude
Growth Board Ruling Requires New Look at Buffers for Critical Areas The Growth Management Hearings Board says more work is needed to protect critical areas in the county. “Overall, this is a positive ruling for the county,” said Prosecuting Attorney Randall K. Gaylord. “The Growth Board upheld the County’s extraordinary public participation process, the method Continue Reading
Vote counting equipment testing on September 19 at 11:00 a.m.
Written on September 15, 2013 at 4:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
A “Logic and Accuracy” test of ballot tabulating equipment used in San Juan County for the November 5, 2013 General Election is scheduled for September 19. The test works by tallying the results of a prepared set of ballots to see if the results match the votes cast. The test will take place at 11:00 Continue Reading
Celebration in Memory of Dan Calohan
Written on September 14, 2013 at 9:01 pm, by Tim Dustrude
We invite you to a Celebration in Memory of Dan Calohan Artist — Craftsman September 22, 1944 – November 27, 2012 Open House at Jaime Ellsworth Studio — Saturday, September 21, 12 – 8 p.m. and Sunday, 12 – 4 p.m. Featuring a collection of Dan’s furniture, sculpture and surfboards Music on Saturday with Tom Continue Reading
Orca Calf L-119 Receives her Name
Written on September 14, 2013 at 7:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
After several weeks of public voting with more than 2,500 votes counted, Southern Resident Community Orca calf L-119 has received her name! Though the voting was close, Joy is the winning name by about 100 votes. Joy is a fitting name as this playful calf has brought joy and hope for these endangered whales. Read more Continue Reading
FHFF Tuesday
Written on September 14, 2013 at 6:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
Finding Your Dream Through Ancient Mythological Symbols Preview film to be presented Tuesday, Sept. 17 by the Friday Harbor Film Festival On Tuesday, September 17 at 7 pm come view Sukhavati: Place of Bliss – A Mythic Journey with Joseph Campbell, the weekly documentary offering from the Friday Harbor Film Festival at the FHFF office Continue Reading
SJI Crest
Written on September 14, 2013 at 4:28 am, by Tim Dustrude
Rebecca Parks thought you all might like to see the new San Juan Island crest she designed for the Chamber of Commerce. See its debut on collectible steins, available at Oktoberfest October 5.
Nature Institute Workshop
Written on September 13, 2013 at 5:19 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Nature Institute offers a new hands-on workshop on the evening of FRIDAY September 20. Join Richard Strathman, Colin Hermans and Noreene Ignelzi on the dock at Friday Harbor Labs to study marine life including plankton by spotlight. The class starts at 8 p.m. and costs $40 per person. Richard and Colin offered a Continue Reading
Community Support Circle
Written on September 13, 2013 at 5:16 am, by Tim Dustrude
You’re Invited to a Community Support Circle WHEN: Wednesday, September 25th 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. WHERE: San Juan Island Grange #966 152 First St. N., Friday Harbor WHO: San Juan Island adults WHY: To support our community Our island has recently endured extraordinary upheaval & loss. Join other community members in a simple gathering to Continue Reading
Opening Reception at WM McCauley Gallery
Written on September 18, 2013 at 4:27 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join us Saturday Sept 21st for another exciting opening reception at WM McCauley Gallery; featuring the works of Barbara and Matt Dollahite. Come as you are, and enjoy the art and refreshments! Barbara’s work is created using layers and layers of hand made paper. Each piece is hand colored with transparent watercolor then applied to Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on September 17, 2013 at 10:19 pm, by Tim Dustrude
You may remember “Ruby”, as she was featured as our Pet of the Week a few months ago. Sadly, she is still waiting for a home to call her own so we thought we would re-introduce her. Ruby is about 7 years old, and recently lost her family, home and best dog-friend through no fault Continue Reading
Business Planning & Financing Workshop
Written on September 17, 2013 at 4:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE half-day workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on San Juan Island, on Wednesday, September 25, from 10:30am until 1pm. Advance registration is required. The business and financing workshop course material will be presented by James McCafferty, of the Economic Development Association of Skagit County, Continue Reading
From the Update Mailbox
Written on September 17, 2013 at 4:17 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note to you from Cathy Kromer… I have been living and raising my family here in Friday Harbor for the past ten years. Recently, I decided to open a business and I am looking for approximately 2,000 sq ft of commercial rental property in downtown Friday Harbor. Although my new business doesn’t need to Continue Reading
DAR Presented with Constitution Week Proclamation
Written on September 16, 2013 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
At the September 10 meeting of San Juan County Council, Daughters of the American Revolution were presented with a proclamation of Constitution Week in San Juan County. Constitution week is Sept. 17 – 23 The tradition of celebrating the Constitution began in 1955 when the DAR petitioned Congress to set aside Sept. 17-23 annually for Continue Reading
GMO Labeling Lecture
Written on September 16, 2013 at 4:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Grange #966 begins its 2013 Fall Lecture Series with a program on I-522: Labeling Genetically Engineered Foods on Wednesday September 18, 2013 at the Grange Hall. The program begins at 7pm, preceded by a potluck at 6pm—all are welcome and encouraged to attend. Former San Juan Island resident Anne Mosness will discuss Continue Reading
New Look at Buffers for Critical Areas
Written on September 16, 2013 at 4:13 am, by Tim Dustrude
Growth Board Ruling Requires New Look at Buffers for Critical Areas The Growth Management Hearings Board says more work is needed to protect critical areas in the county. “Overall, this is a positive ruling for the county,” said Prosecuting Attorney Randall K. Gaylord. “The Growth Board upheld the County’s extraordinary public participation process, the method Continue Reading
Vote counting equipment testing on September 19 at 11:00 a.m.
Written on September 15, 2013 at 4:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
A “Logic and Accuracy” test of ballot tabulating equipment used in San Juan County for the November 5, 2013 General Election is scheduled for September 19. The test works by tallying the results of a prepared set of ballots to see if the results match the votes cast. The test will take place at 11:00 Continue Reading
Celebration in Memory of Dan Calohan
Written on September 14, 2013 at 9:01 pm, by Tim Dustrude
We invite you to a Celebration in Memory of Dan Calohan Artist — Craftsman September 22, 1944 – November 27, 2012 Open House at Jaime Ellsworth Studio — Saturday, September 21, 12 – 8 p.m. and Sunday, 12 – 4 p.m. Featuring a collection of Dan’s furniture, sculpture and surfboards Music on Saturday with Tom Continue Reading
Orca Calf L-119 Receives her Name
Written on September 14, 2013 at 7:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
After several weeks of public voting with more than 2,500 votes counted, Southern Resident Community Orca calf L-119 has received her name! Though the voting was close, Joy is the winning name by about 100 votes. Joy is a fitting name as this playful calf has brought joy and hope for these endangered whales. Read more Continue Reading
FHFF Tuesday
Written on September 14, 2013 at 6:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
Finding Your Dream Through Ancient Mythological Symbols Preview film to be presented Tuesday, Sept. 17 by the Friday Harbor Film Festival On Tuesday, September 17 at 7 pm come view Sukhavati: Place of Bliss – A Mythic Journey with Joseph Campbell, the weekly documentary offering from the Friday Harbor Film Festival at the FHFF office Continue Reading
SJI Crest
Written on September 14, 2013 at 4:28 am, by Tim Dustrude
Rebecca Parks thought you all might like to see the new San Juan Island crest she designed for the Chamber of Commerce. See its debut on collectible steins, available at Oktoberfest October 5.
Nature Institute Workshop
Written on September 13, 2013 at 5:19 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Nature Institute offers a new hands-on workshop on the evening of FRIDAY September 20. Join Richard Strathman, Colin Hermans and Noreene Ignelzi on the dock at Friday Harbor Labs to study marine life including plankton by spotlight. The class starts at 8 p.m. and costs $40 per person. Richard and Colin offered a Continue Reading
Community Support Circle
Written on September 13, 2013 at 5:16 am, by Tim Dustrude
You’re Invited to a Community Support Circle WHEN: Wednesday, September 25th 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. WHERE: San Juan Island Grange #966 152 First St. N., Friday Harbor WHO: San Juan Island adults WHY: To support our community Our island has recently endured extraordinary upheaval & loss. Join other community members in a simple gathering to Continue Reading