Monthly Archives: July 2013

The Taming of the Shrew

Written on July 5, 2013 at 5:12 am, by

It’s almost time for Shakespeare Under the Stars – and Island Stage Left wants you to come and join the fun! We all look forward to seeing you! It’s Italy in the 1950’s! July 5th through the 9th on tour (Lopez, Shaw, Orcas – call Lopez Island Vineyards for Lopez tickets where there is a  Continue Reading

Special Two Day Jewelry Show

Written on July 5, 2013 at 12:47 am, by

This Friday and Saturday at Waterworks Gallery, discover unique jewelry that is beaded, bound, fused, oxidized & heated by these artists in their small workshops. In addition to their featured jewelers, the gallery shows the work of  Tana Acton, jewelry of  Peggy Hunt, Kate Keating, Judy Morgan and Caroline Viene. Stop by and join them in  Continue Reading

A-OK, She Just Can’t Walk

Written on July 4, 2013 at 6:44 pm, by

I just got a call from Kevin Holmes – That was his daughter Jessica that got run over in the parade today. Good news is – she is home and doing well. “She’s A-OK, she just can’t walk” says her mom. Jessica was carrying a banner for the library, when she tripped and fell. Then the  Continue Reading

God, Grass and Weeds

Written on July 4, 2013 at 3:59 pm, by

I don’t know who wrote this, it was in an email forwarded to me several years ago along with a million other people, (probably to you as well) but I thought it was great so I’m posting it here. If anyone knows the author, let me know and I’ll give them credit… Imagine the following  Continue Reading

FHES Construction

Written on July 4, 2013 at 2:11 pm, by

Have you noticed they’re upgrading the windows and the siding on the Elementary School? (Probably not, right? It’s summertime – who goes to school in the summertime?) Anyway, Dwight from LIWOL (Light WIth Out Loss) at tells me that energy savings was a big factor in the selection of new windows. These new windows have  Continue Reading

Camp Stitch-a-Lot

Written on July 4, 2013 at 5:30 am, by

Camp Stitch-a-Lot is coming up soon. Click the poster below for more info…

Paint Your Heart Out

Written on July 3, 2013 at 5:38 am, by

A call to join in the fun! Community groups, families, and individuals to help the San Juan Islands Museum of Art decorate their new home… A fun summer project that will begin Saturday, July 6th. Our inspiration is IMA-Visions of the Future! Plan your mural around this theme in any manner you and your group  Continue Reading

One of a Hundred

Written on July 3, 2013 at 5:28 am, by

Did you hear? Our island’s very own Jaime Ellsworth is included in Ashley Rooney’s book “100 Artists of the Northwest”. Congratulations Jaime! Jaime is also one of the featured artists at “The Dog Show: Loving our 4 legged Friends”, currently running at Waterworks Gallery through July 13.

Conservation Corps Begins 2nd Summer Season

Written on July 3, 2013 at 5:19 am, by

This summer, San Juan Island National Historical Park welcomes three San Juan Island Conservation Corps (SJICC) crews totaling 23 local middle school students. This is SJICC’s second summer season following a successful pilot spring program. Last summer, the very first San Juan Island Conservation Corps of 14 local middle school students completed various stewardship projects  Continue Reading

Footloose at the Fair

Written on July 2, 2013 at 5:41 am, by

The SJC Fair invites writers from all islands to enter poetry, short fiction and children’s writing on this year’s fair theme “Footloose at the Fair”. Note the deadline of July 10th for judging. Click the poster below for more information.

A Goodbye Message from Interim County Manager Robert Jean

Written on July 2, 2013 at 5:35 am, by

My thanks to the San Juan County citizens, Councilmembers and staff who helped me keep things moving forward this past year as your Interim County Manager. While there are plenty of items still on the TO DO list, we really had a very successful list of goals accomplished: GOVERNANCE TRANSITIONS – With the Charter amendments  Continue Reading

Help preserve Friday Harbor’s historic buildings

Written on July 2, 2013 at 5:24 am, by

The Town of Friday Harbor is recruiting for a position on the Historic Preservation Review Board. This is an important volunteer position. Our work assisting the owners of historic buildings in town, and advising the Town Council on issues concerning the Town’s historic district, is being compromised without the full 5-member board. Applicants for this  Continue Reading

The Life and Times of General George Pickett

Written on July 2, 2013 at 5:12 am, by

Re-live Pickett’s Charge 150 years to the day of that terrible event during The Life and Times of General George Pickett at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 3 at the San Juan Community Theatre. Park historian Mike Vouri, Singer Michael Cohen and Technical Director Chris De Staffany present the play for the 17th year. The play  Continue Reading

Pedal Anywhere

Written on July 1, 2013 at 8:51 am, by

I just heard from Lynn Danaher that there’s a new bike rental business opening today in Friday Harbor. Check this out. PedalAnywhere is launching on Monday July 1 in Friday Harbor, WA, offering online reservations for weekly and monthly bike rentals, with pricing starting at only $115 per week. PedalAnywhere will be offering hybrid and  Continue Reading

Cow and Pig Celebrate July 4th

Written on July 1, 2013 at 5:55 am, by

Well, the cow celebrates anyway – Not really sure how it’s gonna turn out for the pig. John Miller sent this photo over to share. Any ideas for funny captions on this one?

Pet of the Week

Written on July 1, 2013 at 5:35 am, by

Meet Cinnamon! This charming little girl is almost four months old and is just about the sweetest kitten you’ll ever meet. She is very friendly and playful and would do well in a home with other pets. Cinnamon has been spayed and would love to settle into a home of her own. Stop by the  Continue Reading