Notes from the Island — April 2

• It’s the first outdoor Farmers Market of the year, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. today.
• It must be spring — Friday Harbor Ice Cream Co. has reopened.
• Also because it’s spring, leashed dogs are allowed at Zylstra Lake Preserve again. Fishing from the dam is open as well.
• Remember to cast your vote in the OPALCO Board election — and check out the Q&As with the three candidates vying to represent District 1, which includes San Juan Island: Mark Madsen, Steven Carleton, and Jessa Madosky.
• Peace Island Volunteers are holding their Easter basket sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at the Mullis Center. Prices start at just $10.
• Harbor Hefeweizen is back at San Juan Island Brewing Co.
• Alchemy Art Center’s April Clay Club has a few spots left for kids ages six to 12. Registration closes on Sunday.
• San Juan Island Food Co-op is holding a virtual member meeting at 4 p.m. today over Zoom. Pre-registration is required.

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