Monthly Archives: December 2015

Women at Work Department

Written on December 27, 2015 at 9:36 am, by

Here’s another photo from Ted Strutz in this series of what’s going on around town… THE FORCE IS BACK… Samantha Pluff returns from her Nursing Studies and Rugby Scrums at U of W to help out during the Holidays.    

A White Christmas?

Written on December 26, 2015 at 5:16 am, by

We did see a few snowflakes believe it or not… and they were white… and it was Christmas… Does that qualify as a White Christmas? Probably not but it certainly was a gorgeous day with beautiful views in all directions. And from the looks of the parking at the base of Mount Grant, a LOT  Continue Reading

Harbor Lights and Happy Holidays!

Written on December 24, 2015 at 7:23 pm, by

Ted Strutz shares this image of Spring Street Landing and the trees lit up at Memorial Park. Happy Holidays everyone! The San Juan Update wishes you a warm, safe, loving, fun holiday!

Men at Work Department

Written on December 24, 2015 at 5:46 am, by

Ted Strutz checks in again with a few photos from around the island… Ron Garcia, Traffic and Safety Director, doesn’t let a little rain ruin his mood or task at hand to make sure motorists don’t hit any Earth Movers as they’re busy scraping Jensen Bay Road.

San Juan County Council Concludes Productive 2015

Written on December 24, 2015 at 5:34 am, by

San Juan Council Chair Bob Jarman closed the 76th council meeting of the year on December 15th at 4:50 pm. The long council meeting was emblematic of so many meetings this year as the Council charged through an aggressive schedule crafted to accomplish much for the citizens. The Council met 11 times in the past  Continue Reading

Winter Sun

Written on December 23, 2015 at 5:56 am, by

Hey have you noticed the days are getting longer? Yesterday was the Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year and from here on out, the sun starts gaining ground in its battle with the night…

Water Main Repairs

Written on December 23, 2015 at 5:52 am, by

Attention Town Residents and Business Owners: The Town is notifying residents and businesses that the water, sewer and storm mains under Spring Street between Second Street and Argyle Avenue will be replaced between the 1st of February and end of March of 2016. This will be the third and final phase of the utility replacements under  Continue Reading

Women at Work Dept.

Written on December 23, 2015 at 5:46 am, by

Shopgirls at Deer Hazel… Fela and Kerry Andrews.

Island Rec New Years Eve Community Celebration

Written on December 23, 2015 at 5:44 am, by

Join Island Rec for its annual New Year’s Eve Community Celebration and count down the New Year with family, neighbors, and friends! It’s an all ages affair filled with board games, Wii station, crafts, dancing, wild hat making/parade/contest, bingo, twister, snazzy photo ‘booth’, chess/backgammon/cribbage tournament, outdoor fire pit and much more. Bring a pot-luck savory  Continue Reading

Electric Bills to Increase by 5% in January

Written on December 23, 2015 at 5:41 am, by

Line item to fund Energy Assistance Program Beginning in January, our electric bills will go up 5% and there will be a couple of new line items. The board-approved rate increase for 2016 will be spread equally across the facilities and energy charges (see below). As a result of the 2015 Low Income Needs Assessment,  Continue Reading

Giving for Residents at the Life Care Center

Written on December 23, 2015 at 5:38 am, by

Here’s a note for you in the spirit of giving this holiday season… There is a Christmas tree in the lobby at Key Bank which has little gift tags on it. Each one is for a resident at Life Care Center. Some are blank and some indicate an item for a male or female. You  Continue Reading

 A Tale of Two FHHS Juniors Atop Mount Grant Preserve 

Written on December 22, 2015 at 5:50 am, by

This story was shared by Tanja Williamson, outreach coordinator for the SJC Land Bank… Those smiles say a lot about Friday Harbor High School juniors, Corbin Williams and Eli Cooper-West, who enthusiastically logged 87.5 volunteer hours atop Mount Grant Preserve for their community project; almost 30 more than the class requirement! They are proud of what  Continue Reading

Shoot Some King Tide Photos

Written on December 22, 2015 at 5:45 am, by

Here’s a note from FRIENDS of the San Juans on a fun way you can help document King Tides next week… Do you have a digital camera or camera phone? If so, help local and regional researchers capture this year’s king tide! Join FRIENDS and king tide volunteers from your community and across the globe  Continue Reading

Twelfth Man Mobile…

Written on December 22, 2015 at 5:35 am, by

… or, in this case, Twelfth Woman Mobile!  Teresa Strong hits the road, with friends and dogs, to tailgate at the game in her custom Seahawk RV. Ask for a peek inside this awesome work in progress if you see it in the ferry line.

Taming Wild

Written on December 21, 2015 at 8:33 am, by

“But if horses were really given a choice, would they even let us ride them?” That’s the question that was asked of Elsa Sinclair by a student some years ago that ignited a spark and started her long journey which has now culminated in the production of her new film, “Taming Wild”. Taming Wild is a  Continue Reading

Chamber Chat

Written on December 21, 2015 at 5:50 am, by

Here’s this month’s Chamber Chat, written by Lauren Cohen, Co-owner San Juan Canvas, LLC and Chamber of Commerce Board President Wow, the year sure did go by quickly. It has been a busy year of changes at your Chamber of Commerce. A new Executive Director, remodeling the visitor center, showcasing local artists, shifting focus to  Continue Reading