Brickworks Grand Opening
Written on June 13, 2013 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s this coming Saturday, right after the Saturday Market – Brickworks Grand Opening Celebration and a Pie Social along with it. Check out the official announcement here (PDF)
Over $155,000 in College Scholarships Awarded
Written on June 13, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Community Foundation is pleased to announce its award of scholarships for the 2013/2014 academic year to former and present San Juan Island high school students. Awards were made to both continuing college students, high school students graduating this year, and individuals pursuing career training. The following awards have been made to Continue Reading
PIMC Trail Construction
Written on June 13, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
They still need volunteers for this Saturday at the new trail they’re building at PIMC. See this post for info, and just substitute this coming Saturday for the date. Here’s a drawing of where the trail is going to be. Pretty cool stuff they’re doing!
Courthouse/Theater Parking Lot to be Closed June 16th – 26th
Written on June 13, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
The County-owned parking lot on 2nd Street, adjacent to the San Juan County Courthouse in Friday Harbor, will be closed for resurfacing from 9 a.m. Sunday, June 16, until Wednesday, June 26. The lot had originally been scheduled to close Saturday morning, however the County Public Works Department has pushed back the date in order to Continue Reading
John John’s Fun-Raiser is this weekend
Written on June 12, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Support & Celebrate John’s Recovery! In January of this year John Sandwith had surgery to remove 2 aneurysms from his brain and during the surgery he suffered a stroke. The good news is – he is expected to make a full recovery in time, so during this downtime of healing we are celebrating with a Continue Reading
FHL’s Annual Distinguished Lecturer
Written on June 12, 2013 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
University of Washington’s Friday Harbor Laboratories is pleased to announce the Annual Illg Distinguished Lecturer will be Dr. Gonzalo Giribet of Harvard University. The free lecture will be on Thursday, June 20 at 7:30 pm at the San Juan Community Theater. Dr. Gonzalo Giribet’s talk is entitled, “Around the world in search of invertebrates for Continue Reading
3rd Saturday Contradance
Written on June 12, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s just about time for the 3rd Saturday Contra Dance, again – This Saturday, June 15, from 7:00 – 9:00 pm at the SJI Grange Hall. Linnaea Chapman calling with The Electrodes, a band from Seattle. No partners needed. All dances taught. No experience necessary. $10/person donation (students half price). Information, 378-3836.
Griffin Bay Books Author Event: D.M. Ryan
Written on June 11, 2013 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Liven up your trip to Friday Harbor by stopping in Griffin Bay Bookstore Saturday afternoon, June 15, 2:00 – 4:00 pm to meet and share a few laughs with San Juan Island author D. M. Ryan. He’ll be on hand to talk about his latest work: Bring Me the Head of El Monte Slim. Tired Continue Reading
Bill & Rita Ament’s DANCE HAPPY
Written on June 11, 2013 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join Bill & Rita Ament and more than 50 local island performers, children through adults (ages 2 on up) for their 29th annual Dance Happy extravaganza. Be totally captivated by the magic and color of the Little Tots on stage for the very first time. Be charmed by the Skip To My Lou kids and Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on June 11, 2013 at 5:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
This lovely Russian Blue lady is “Blue”. We believe she is about 10 years old, but she still has plenty of spunk. She love-love-loves people! She’s very affectionate and personable and would love to find a new family where she can settle in and get some good lap-time. She’d love to interview you Continue Reading
Marimba on the Rock!
Written on June 10, 2013 at 5:48 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Mark your calendars, folks! An exciting world music and cultural experience is coming our way! Island Rec and Island Marimba Studios are pleased to welcome two very special guests from Zimbabwe to lead an enriching youth music camp here in Friday Harbor! Jacob Mafuleni and Martha Thom are multi-talented and highly sought-after musicians who teach Continue Reading
Homes for Computers
Written on June 10, 2013 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Need a home for that older computer after your recent upgrade? Don’t want to put it in a land fill? United Way of San Juan County accepts donations of computers – desktop or laptop systems. They clean them up and donate them to people in the community who can use them. Please contact them if Continue Reading
4-Season Gardening in the San Juans
Written on June 10, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Grange #966 is sponsoring a program on 4-Season Gardening in the San Juans, Wednesday June 19, 2013 at the Grange Hall; the program begins at 7pm, preceded by a potluck at 6pm—all are welcome and encouraged to attend. This workshop will address structural season extenders and enhancers, as well as crop selection Continue Reading
Guided Nature Walk
Written on June 8, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island bird expert Barbara Jensen will give a guided nature walk beginning at 7:30 a.m., Thursday, June 13 at American Camp. The walk is free and meets in the Visitor Center parking lot. Birders are encouraged to wear sturdy shoes and bring sun block. Disabled persons should contact the American Camp Visitor Center Continue Reading
Shantala Returns
Written on June 7, 2013 at 10:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
I hear that last year it was a magical evening – the music was beautiful and more than 60 folks from here and off island gathered to sing together or just listen and enjoy the moment. Note the corrected date for the event is June 15th - On Saturday, June 15 at 7:00 pm, Shantala returns to Continue Reading
FHES Volunteers Needed
Written on June 7, 2013 at 5:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
Special Pal (PIP) Volunteers needed at Friday Harbor Elementary School for next year. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with a child and really make a difference. This program works with K-3rd grade students individually in a playroom designed to support students who are struggling with issues which interfere with school success. Training is Continue Reading
New Broadband Direction for OPALCO
Written on June 7, 2013 at 5:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
OPALCO has a vision for broadband in San Juan County: true high-speed Internet service for all islanders. The plan that was proposed in February 2013—to build a hybrid fiber-wireless system to serve 90% of San Juan County—has been challenging, particularly in terms of financial risk and member subscriptions required. Given the number of sign-ups to Continue Reading
Friday Harbor ROV Teams Return with Heads Held High
Written on June 7, 2013 at 12:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
On May 11th the Friday Harbor High School ROV Team (a.k.a NORD ROV) and the Friday Harbor Middle School ROV Team traveled to the Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center in Federal Way, WA for the MATE ROV Regional Competition. For the past six months these teams have been meeting on Sundays to design and construct Continue Reading
Killer Evening
Written on June 6, 2013 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Jim Maya had one of the best evenings ever on the waters of the San Juan Islands… We left J Pod at the Turn Point Light, Stuart Island, WA, headed north at 7:00 PM. Just another amazing evening on the water with those lovely Js. Warm, calm, Mt. Baker, the Olympics, Vancouver Island, and a Continue Reading
Eagles
Written on June 6, 2013 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
And speaking of wildlife, check out these awesome photos by Kevin Holmes. Thanks for sharing Kevin!
San Juan Island Garden Tour
Written on June 6, 2013 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
2013 Garden Tour! Four spectacular and varied owner-created gardens are featured this year and you will get wonderful ideas from each of them. Tickets are on sale at: Griffin Bay Bookstore Robin’s Nest Browne’s Garden Center Roche Harbor Grocery Store Proceeds from the SJI Garden Tour benefit 3 programs: The Master Gardener Demonstration Garden (which Continue Reading
Mystery Photo Needs a Home
Written on June 6, 2013 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Kevin Holmes & his wife found a photo in a book and would like to know if it’s yours and if you want it back. Here he is with more: Tim, This picture was stuck in a book my wife picked up at the San Juan Library. The book was donated to the Friends of Continue Reading