Monthly Archives: July 2013
The Taming of the Shrew
Written on July 5, 2013 at 5:12 am, by Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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 Tim Dustrude
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