Posted October 17, 2017 at 10:27 am by Tim Dustrude
Dear Trail Supporters,
Due to high wind and a forecast for more, today’s work party on the Airport Trail (scheduled for October 17, 2:00-5:00 at the Skagit Valley College Parking lot) is CANCELLED.
We will re-schedule soon.
Dave Zeretzke
for the Trails Committee
Posted October 17, 2017 at 5:49 am by Tim Dustrude
Contributed photo
Friday Harbor Kiwanis recently installed officers for 2018 during their October installment dinner. Pictured, left to right, are Jerry Ball, past president; David Eden, vice president; Vicky Thalacker, president; Chris Hartman, District 20 Lt. Governor; Nancy Fusare, secretary; Jack Rice, treasurer; and Dave McMillin, past District 20 Lt. Governor.
Friday Harbor Kiwanis meets at noon the first and third Thursday of each month at Friday Harbor House. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to imnproving the world one child and one community at a time.
Posted October 17, 2017 at 5:48 am by Tim Dustrude
Please join us at the Grange Hall in Friday Harbor for the monthly Saturday contra dance, Saturday October 21st. from 7:00 til 9:00. Our caller will be Judy Zeidel, from Bellingham, and the band will be JP and the OK Rhythm Boys, from Orcas Island.
As always with contra, every dance is taught by the caller, and you do not need to bring a partner, we all take turns partnering each other, one of the friendly features of contra dance. No need to have contra dance experience either, since our caller will be sure you know what to do every step of the way.
Contra dancing is traditional folk dance form which originated in New England, bringing its style from the British Isles. The music has roots in the Celtic countries, and as much in common with music from our southern states. Live music is always a feature of contra dancing and brings an extra element of enjoyment.
This is an opportunity to mix and socialize with friends and family and have a good old time!
Suggested donation of $10, $5 students.
Posted October 17, 2017 at 5:46 am by Tim Dustrude
Nancy Fusare writes to let you know about the Presbyterian Church ladies group Mary Martha Circle annual nut sale.
You can contact her directly at (360) 317-6592 to place your orders. Or, order forms are also available at the Presbyterian Church.
Orders need to be placed by October 30, 2017, so the sooner the better.
Posted October 17, 2017 at 5:45 am by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre is seeking a Director of Development. Under the direction of the Theatre’s Executive Artistic Director, and working closely with the Board of Trustees and the chair of its Development Committee, this position provides leadership for all aspects of the organization’s fundraising programs and activities.
The successful candidate will have substantial experience with development/fundraising concepts and appropriate solicitation techniques. Other qualifications include experience in marketing, project management and event planning; an ability to create, establish and maintain warm relationships with a diverse set of patrons; strong verbal and written communication skills; experience with grant writing; knowledge of database management; and a passion for the Performing Arts. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree supplemented with at least three years of related experience is required for this position.
For a complete position description, contact Bobby Ryan at [email protected]
The deadline for application is Friday, November 3rd, 2017.
Posted October 16, 2017 at 5:50 am by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag today, it’s Barbara Bevens writing to urge you to donate to the Public Schools Foundation…
Please give generously when the Public Schools Foundation calls you. Every penny counts toward books, supplies and classroom items that aren’t normally covered by school district funds. As you all know money is tight since the Legislature did not fully fund public education. We are facing a tight school year.
I’ve decided to do something to help. I’ve had lots of people ask me how my campaign for School Board Director is going. I attended both of the League of Women Voters Forums, but I hadn’t really decided what to do otherwise. I researched how much yard signs and digital and prints ads would cost. It made me crazy!
So, my solution is to give it to the kids! I’m donating to the Public Schools Foundation the amount I could have spent on campaign ads and signs.
That’s my campaign! It’s ALL about the kids.
Please DONATE, then VOTE.
Thank you!
Barbara Bevens
Candidate
School Board Director
Position 2
Posted October 16, 2017 at 5:48 am by Tim Dustrude
Feel like helping make the haunted house at the Fairgrounds happen this year? Here are some ways you can help… Debbi Fincher writes:
Here we go! Haunted House Happenings…
MONDAY, Oct. 16th New time! 12noon-10pm We move the decorations from Sound Storage, back by the library, over to the fairgrounds. If you have an hour or more to help, we would be very grateful! Once items get to the fairgrounds, they can be organized by theme/area inside the fair building. Plenty to do, to get ready for the big reveal!
Students can earn volunteer hours, too! Bring your form!
We have a Sign Up Genius for volunteering, if you’d like to see what we need. We plan on being there most days 12noon-9pm depending on the day, until we open! 10/27 & 10/28, so swing by anytime and jump in and help, if you don’t get a chance to sign up.
THANK YOU! For your time and consideration to help the San Juan Island Prevention Coalition and Rock Solid with this fundraiser! It benefits our local MS/HS teens with youth leadership training opportunities! We thank the Friday Harbor Jolly Trolley and the SJC Fair for supporting our youth!
Posted October 16, 2017 at 5:46 am by Tim Dustrude
Summer is this week’s Pet of the Week – Contributed photo
YOU try being five months old and keeping the schedule I keep. You’d be exhausted too!
Being a kitten is hard work and here at the animal shelter there is so much to do. My schedule is jam-packed with playing, sleeping, eating, playing, cuddling, knocking things off the desk onto the floor, looking for fish in the toilet bowl, playing, chasing my tail, climbing on things, playing, and – trying to get adopted!
My name is Summer and if you need someone to help keep YOU busy, I just might be the girl for you! Stop by the animal shelter soon to meet me!
Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor
111 Shelter Road
(360) 378-2158
Posted October 16, 2017 at 5:46 am by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Trails Committee is looking for some volunteers to help out with some trail maintenance on the Airport Trail in town, on Tuesday, Oct. 17th from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. Park at the Skagit Valley College parking lot where we’ll meet/sign in.
Clothing: Bring eye protection please and wear sturdy clothing as we will cut brush and blackberries and do some shovel/spade work to level the trail. GOOD protective shoes and leather gloves are necessary.
Equipment to bring: Bring any non-motorized hand tools useful for shrub/brush/berry cutting and removal such as loppers, shears, rakes, etc. More soft tine and hard tine rakes are needed. We’ll use a new small, lightweight electric hedge trimmer that works really well on blackberries.
Posted October 14, 2017 at 6:00 am by Tim Dustrude
Jendy Newman – Contributed photo
Healthy eating webinar: Make mealtimes a piece of cake
Do you have little ones in your family who are finicky eaters? Do mealtimes often turn into battles that begin with kiddos taking negotiated bites, and end with parents holding up a white flag and surrendering in complete exhaustion?
If this scenario sounds all-too familiar, help is on the way.
Two of PeaceHealth’s experienced nutrition experts hope to take some of the stress and frustration out of planning meals and packing lunches and snacks by empowering adults with tips and strategies that can be used to persuade youngsters — from toddlers to teens — to eat healthier.
Tok Hui Yeap – Contributed photo
PeaceHealth Registered Dietitians Jendy Newman and Tok-Hui Yeap will lead a free, one-hour webinar — open to all in the community — Wednesday, Oct. 18, from noon to 1 p.m. PT.
During the event, “Picky Eaters: 6 Strategies for Helping Kids Eat Healthy,” Newman and Yeap will cover a variety of topics including how adults can model good nutrition and put helpful mealtime routines in place. In addition, they’ll offer tips for success, and details about how and when to access additional help and resources. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions. Continue Reading
Posted October 14, 2017 at 5:56 am by Tim Dustrude
The Friday Harbor High School Senior Class of 2018/PTSA is now taking orders for their annual Holiday Wreath sale. Get your beautiful, aromatic, long-lasting, 24” Northwest Noble Fir wreath with pinecones, berries, and a handmade bow in the color of your choice for only $25.00! These wreaths make great gifts for friends, family, neighbors and business associates.
This is one of the largest fundraisers for the Class of 2018. Proceeds will be used to pay for Grad Night: a memorable, safe and sane graduation celebration.
Wreath orders may be placed with any Friday Harbor High School Senior Class member or contact Michele Mayer, [email protected], 360-317-5683. She will be happy to have a student from the Class of 2018 contact you to take your order up until October 27th. After that date, orders can be placed with Michele directly until inventory runs out. Students will begin delivery of the wreaths on Saturday, November 18, 2017, just in time for the holidays.
**Please note: this year our wreaths will NOT be available at the Island Artisan’s Holiday Fair **
If you don’t need a wreath but would still like to support the seniors, your donation would be greatly appreciated. Donation checks should be made payable to ‘FHHS PTSA’ with Grad Night 2018 in the memo line and mailed to Grad Night 2015 Committee, c/o Michele Mayer, POB 1406, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. Any questions can be sent to [email protected]
Thank you for your support!
Posted October 14, 2017 at 5:49 am by Tim Dustrude
What better way to embrace autumn than with an escape to The Restaurant at Friday Harbor House and their annual Hunter’s Full Moon Dinner?
Join us for an adventure-filled evening when the October moon is at its fullest. Enjoy a six-course tasting menu prepared by new executive chef, Jason Aldous, which will be revealed upon arrival to surprise and delight your taste buds. Dishes will be inspired by the October Hunter’s Full Moon, showcasing game animals and seasonal, foraged produce.
Hunter’s Full Moon Dinner
Call (360) 378-8455 for reservations.
The restaurant will be reserved exclusively for this special event. Seating is limited to 20 guests. Taxes and gratuity not included.
Posted October 14, 2017 at 5:48 am by Tim Dustrude
Rob Simpson invites you to the next Conscientious Projector series…
Isn’t it about time we focused on some good news?
This coming Monday, Oct. 16, 7:00 PM, Library Side Door, at our October Conscientious Festival, we will begin exploring pathways to a quiet mind from
the view point of the latest scientific research.
Sages through the ages have told us a quiet mind expands our intuitive capability. Intuition has always been our best guide. And we need it now more than ever. All the great scientists testify… intuitions provide their biggest breakthroughs.
These days with the world going crazy… a quiet mind is a rare thing. And that’s why we’re going to look into it.
These are not woo-woo speculations. This series is based completely on peer-reviewed research. But, it will seem new to us. Most of our scientific education is decades old. We will be pulling research together from many fields of study, so it will be a real film festival of consciousness. Gregg Braden calls this series MISSING LINKS, for the way it pulls information together with one focus.
Join us next Monday, 7:00 PM for our first installment. Isn’t about time we heard some good news?
Posted October 14, 2017 at 5:36 am by Tim Dustrude
I am writing this letter in support of Anna Lisa Lindstrum for commissioner of the San Juan County Public Hospital District #1. Anna Lisa has the skill set necessary to be an effective commissioner on our local hospital board. She is a trained CNA having worked in the health care field, she has volunteered on other local boards, and she is the general manager of an island business so understands the budgeting processes. Anna Lisa is running for the seat vacated by Barbara Sharp.
Anna Lisa is committed to working with Peace Island Medical Center for the delivery of quality health care. In conjunction with Peace Health, she is a supporter of, as well as has been endorsed by Planned Parenthood, to deliver important women’s health care, birth control, family planning, etc. at sliding scale rates. She is an advocate for the continuation of our outstanding EMS services on the island, knowing how important these life saving services are to our community. As well, Anna Lisa has become involved with the situation at Life Care Center. She understands the need for this facility in our community.
Please join me in supporting Anna Lisa for commissioner of the San Juan County Public Hospital District #1, she has the best interests of the entire community in mind regarding the “overall health of our community”.
Kerwin Johnson
Friday Harbor
Posted October 13, 2017 at 7:05 pm by Tim Dustrude
2018 Preliminary Budget for San Juan County Published
The 2018 Preliminary Budget for San Juan County has been published. With a theme of “Budgeting for Uncertain Times,” the 2018 budget has been the most challenging to compile in years. Revenues are projected to be flat, while expenditures continue to increase. Uncertainties at the federal, state and local level impede planning efforts and challenge reliance on conventional budgeting methods.
In addition to budget detail, the Budget Book includes a complete picture of the purpose and mission of San Juan County. The Overview section includes the Budget Message, as well as general information about the County. Sections organized by function (Legislative & Administrative, Financial Services, Community Services, Law & Justice, and Public Works) follow. Within those sections, each department describes its individual missions, accomplishments of 2017, and goals for 2018. Finally, the Department Requests section includes detailed descriptions of every request for new or increased funding.
The Preliminary Budget is compiled by the Budget Team following budget review meetings with all departments. The Budget Team is comprised of County Auditor Milene Henley, County Manager Mike Thomas, Chief Deputy Auditor Kim Herrenkohl, and Health and Community Services Director Mark Tompkins. The budget now goes to County Council for review, amendment, and eventual adoption.
The Budget can be viewed at:
http://sanjuanco.com/DocumentCenter/Home/View/13241.
Posted October 13, 2017 at 6:56 pm by Tim Dustrude
Here are a few things going on around town…
News from the Port:
The Port of Friday Harbor is soliciting proposals from qualified parties to lease and operate a shipyard in part or whole.
For more information please view the full RFP on the Port of Friday Harbor’s website at http://www.portfridayharbor.org/shipyardrfp/
From the Hospital District:
San Juan County Public Hospital District No. 1 public notice of *regular meeting, Wednesday, October 25, 2017.
Public Meeting starts 5:00 p.m. in the Legislative Hearing Room at 55 Second Street.
2018 Proposed Budgets for SJIEMS and SJCPHD#1 are on www.sjcphd.org
*Agenda released to the local papers, posted on the SJIEMS building, SJCPHD#1 office, and District Website www.sjcphd.org by 5:00 p.m. 10/24/17.
And Rod Turnbull, Athletic Director at FHHS says the volleyball game this weekend has been cancelled.