The animal shelter is looking for a few good barns… or more specifically, people who have barns in need of a cat or two. If you are interested in acquiring semi-feral barn cats, please call the shelter at 378-2158.

Do you have a Kindergartner? There are still a few spots open in St. David’s Day School Kindergarten Enrichment Program. This class is specially designed for kids enrolled in Kindergarten, and meets Monday-Thursday from 11:15 – 3:00. Tuition is $300 a month. In addition to the outstanding academic curriculum (including Handwriting Without Tears) there are  Continue Reading

Island Rec is celebrating its 30th Anniversary and its promotion of People, Parks, Programs, and Trails. Come early to ‘Movies in the Park’ for free cake, chuckle at the photo display from 30 years worth of programming, and talk with friends, neighbors, volunteers, current and former staff/commissioners, and FANS. September 6, at 7:00 pm, in  Continue Reading

I just heard from Dot at the garden club about a rescheduled meeting. Here she is with the news… The SJI Garden Club meeting for September will be on September 9th instead of our regularly scheduled September 2nd meeting.  It’s at 1:00 pm at the Mullis Center. We look forward to all who can join  Continue Reading

I heard that the rummage sale last week was so successful, the Animal Shelter is doing another one. Here’s Jan Murphy with the details… The animal shelter rummage sale Saturday was a huge success – so much that the shelter has announced another rummage sale for September 13th at the same location – 994 Cattle  Continue Reading

Shakespeare’s tragic tale of young love completes The Met: Live in HD Summer Encores series at San Juan Community Theatre on Sunday, August 31 at 2:00 p.m. Originally transmitted on December 15, 2007, Gounod’s ultra-sensual interpretation of Shakespeare, Roméo et Juliette, is an ideal vehicle for star soprano Anna Netrebko and the remarkable tenor Roberto  Continue Reading

Orcas Power & Light Cooperative survey results are in showing 91% of members are satisfied, more hope to gain through energy savings, and Internet services are a hot topic. OPLCO is listening to its members. A web-based member satisfaction survey was recently offered to all 11,281 members in exchange for a $5 bill credit. Participation  Continue Reading

Here’s a note from Jenny and Maude at the School District… Hello – Here is our fall request to community members for service projects: The 2014-2015 school year has arrived! The first semester FHHS Community Service-Learning Class will begin August 28th. This class utilizes committed adult mentors who will guide students through the completion of  Continue Reading

I know, I know… it’s not even Labor Day and I’m posting about Oktoberfest already, but here’s why – It’s on a different weekend this year, and it’s different from what has already been publicized elsewhere, so this is a heads-up for those of you who make plans waaay in advance. Here’s more from the  Continue Reading

Here’s a note of thanks from the Fair Board… Thank You, county residents who participated and enjoyed the 2014 Fair. The Fair would not be what it is without all of your support! A big round of applause to all the Superintendents and Volunteers who worked so hard in each of their departments. The Fair  Continue Reading

Dust off your Granny’s recipe for Berry, or Nut Pie and enter the Pioneer Festival Pie Baking Contest. Do you have a favorite pie? You know the pie that you make for potlucks and everyone asks for the recipe? Or the pie that you bake for your husband when you want him to clean out  Continue Reading

When Portland’s Laura Veirs brings her eclectic range of music to San Juan Community Theatre on August 30 at 7:30 p.m., she’ll have some extra friendly faces in the audience. Veirs mom and dad, Leslie and Val Veirs, have lived on San Juan Island for 15 years and have been involved in several organizations in  Continue Reading

Join in for a full day trip on Saturday, September 13th, to Patos Island and the opportunity to tour the historic 1893 lighthouse. Docents from the Keepers of the Patos Light will be on hand to provide information where you will learn the history of the lighthouse along with the legends and lore of the island.  Continue Reading

The “RoundTowner” black Honda has been operating as a pilot, non-profit transit vehicle for the past year. In July 2014, The San Juan Islands Shuttle System received its confirmation from the IRS of tax-deductible status as of the date of incorporation. The corporation formed by Curt VanHyning, Joyce Sobel and Sandi Ugrin was established as  Continue Reading

Recognize this street? This is Friday Harbor’s Spring Street in 1917. If you have an interest in the people, trends and events that have shaped our town over time, Friday Harbor’s Historic Preservation Review Board is looking for a candidate to fill an opening on the board. Says Historic Preservation Coordinator, Sandy Strehlou, “The Town of  Continue Reading

So you want to see the stars revolve around Polaris (the north star), but you can’t stay up that late, or you don’t have that kind of time on your hands? (it takes them a while). Well Chris Teren has got your back. He did the hard work for you – stayed up late aaand  Continue Reading