In case you didn’t hear about it yet, Cow and Pig have been repaired and are ready to entertain again. Here’s a note from Laurie: Hi to all Cow and Pig fans!! We’re back just in time to say “Merry Christmas” and “Thank You” to all the folks who have called, written and even stopped  Continue Reading

Let’s see what’s going on around town… Skagit Valley College Registration Registration is going on now for Winter Quarter at Skagit Valley College. Classes begin January 7 and are offered at the San Juan Center and online. Earn your Transfer Degree, GED, or High School Diploma. And, be sure to check out our highly popular  Continue Reading

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Today our series puts the spotlight on owner Ken Oberreit at KO’s Subs sandwich shop down by the ferry lanes. Ken, his wife Kathy and their kids moved here from Jackson Hole, Wyoming in the Spring of 2010. They had family here and always liked the area. It seemed the timing was right to downsize  Continue Reading

47 Years to Own Her First Island Home This story was sent in by Nancy DeVaux, Executive Director of the San Juan Community Home Trust: “In 1965, my husband said we were moving to San Juan, and I burst into tears. I didn’t want to move to Puerto Rico.” That’s Pat Rishel, remembering the start  Continue Reading

Wishing you warmth, comfort and love on this special day.

The days are getting longer! We’ve passed the shortest day of the year. Winter Solstice was Friday, and from here on out, the days get longer. +++++++++ If you went to the Grange Saturday for fun festivities and photos with Santa, and you’re wondering how to get your free photo, follow this link. Be sure  Continue Reading

J.B. and Glenda are at it again and they’ve sent over this invitation: Please join us at the Grange Hall today, Dec. 22nd, for an old fashioned Christmas Celebration! Doors open from 3:00-7:00 pm Inside Santa will have beautiful teddy bears for every boy and girl, young and old. Come join us around the crackling  Continue Reading

Emily Reed shares some information on a book just released two weeks ago which is available at Griffin Bay Books: This book, written by Sam R. Buck II, relates the life of the Buck Family, 1918-2012, and their involvement in and love for the islands. Sam’s father was elected county attorney in 1920 and served  Continue Reading

Jan Murphy at the animal shelter sends over this announcement: We just received a Bearded Dragon (reptile) that was found this morning near Roche Harbor.  We’re hoping someone is looking for him/her. Thanks.  Folks can call the shelter at 378-2158.

Today our series focuses on Adam and Deanna Eltinge of Island Petroleum Services. And… not only are they this week’s feature on ThisIsOurTown.com, but they are also having an Open House today, at their Carter Avenue gas station from 10am until 4pm. They want to show everyone what IPS is all about. So cruise on  Continue Reading

Let’s catch up  with things, around the island…. • Last day of school today, for a couple of weeks as the kids head into the Winter Break….the Wolverines looked good last night, as the boys basketball team won 68-27 over Coupeville, while the girls beat the Wolves 34-23. ++++++ • Yesterday, we mentioned that Ruth  Continue Reading

Wondering what to do about that surprise property tax assessment you received in your mail last month? Coldwell Banker’s Merri Ann Simonson has written up a concise explanation of how Tax Assessments differ from Appraisals & Market Value, and it might answer some questions you have about it: Real Estate Market and Your Tax Assessment All  Continue Reading

As the autumn leans into the solstice tomorrow, the island has been washed with windy rain & a little non-stick snow…ready for the season, and hey – longer days! Here’s more: • Tonight is the Community Night at Lavendera Massage Center – here’s more from Ciely: A series of evening events at Lavendera.  The third Thursday of each month  Continue Reading

Roving Update Reporter Mary Kate Panaro was there and sends this report… Homes for Islanders had a key ceremony for the last phase of their development up off of Lampard. This is where the new homeowners receive their keys and get to move into the homes they’ve worked so hard for.

…for your last-minute shopping, Cotton Cotton Cotton is having a Pre-Renovation Sale! Gail says they are closing the store in January to renovate and that they would like to bring down their inventory. The good news for you is that from Thursday, December 20 through Sunday, December 23rd, they have great markdowns! 40% off all Fresh Produce Clothing  Continue Reading

It’s sad to hear of Joan White’s mom’s passing – here’s more from Joan: Jeanne Sambuck Petersen died peacefully in her sleep December 7, 2012 at her home in Friday Harbor, Washington. She had lived on San Juan Island for the past 22 years. Prior to moving to the Pacific Northwest she had lived in  Continue Reading

Remembered Light by Clark Ashton Smith The years are a falling of snow, Slow, but without cessation, On hills and mountains and flowers and worlds that were; But snow and the crawling night in which it fell May be washed away in one swifter hour of flame. Thus it was that some slant of sunset  Continue Reading

One of my favorite Jackson Browne songs – I love the challenges “you’ve left it for somebody other than you to be the one who cares,” and “you’re lost inside your houses” answered by the hope of the rest of the song….especially for a windy & rocking morning  like this. This is a live version  Continue Reading

Chef Hobbes has another recipe to share. This one looks Mmmmm, mmmmm, good! Chicken McHobbes!  This is a tasty little devil! Bakery San Juan makes some great little sourdough buns, that work really well for this sandwich… Recipe for two: 2 buns, cut in half 1 chicken breast, pounded 1 wedge of brie, rhine removed  Continue Reading

Here’s another high tide photo from Kevin Holmes, similar to the one he sent us last week, but we thought we’d post one again – this photo is a bit more dramatic as it shows water on the walkway.