Hey, when you drop by Wells Fargo & notice Carolyn’s away – here’s why: she’s having knee surgery this Tuesday (like, tomorrow, calander fan) and is gonna be laid up for a while. Good luck! It’ll be good to see your smiling face when you’re back!
About the Author
Ian Byington
I’ve been writing this & adding to it since 1997, and it has morphed into what you see now during that time – a collaborative effort between our community and me to tell the story of what makes an island tick, and to celebrate the cool things that happen.
Recent Posts by Ian
Salmon numbers down in Yukon…
August 1, 2009 at 9:30 pm
We’re not the only ones with a salmon crunch….the numbers of King salmon are drastically down to the North…here’s more.
Categories: Enviro Corner
Lots of cake – Happy Birthday, Island Rec!
July 31, 2009 at 11:19 am
Music on the Lawn was especially sweet his week, as Island Rec celebrated its 25th anniversary with a cake contest – here’s more from Director Sally Thomsen: Cake Baking and Cake Decorating Contest winners’ announced! Island Rec celebrated its 25th anniversary of People, Parks and Program at its free summer concert series, Music on the Continue Reading
Alumni baseball this weekend…
July 31, 2009 at 11:05 am
FHHS coach Rich Warin says the game is at noon on Saturday – the fundraiser helps support Hartman Field. There will be hamburgers and hot dogs for sale plus homemade goodies. There is a silent auction that includes a signed Mariners jersey, golfing packages, a stay at a Mount cabin and lots more. For more Continue Reading
Swimming lessons….
July 31, 2009 at 11:04 am
Hey, it’s not too late to get into the pool! (Ya live on an island, rookie – gotta be able to swim!) Here’s the word from head swim instructor Amy Wynn at San Juan Fitness: Ian, thanks for your help in spreading the word on this one. For what it costs for a movie and Continue Reading
One less way to get to Canada…
July 31, 2009 at 10:14 am
Deborah Hopkins just told me: FYI, unfortunately Victoria Express has had to cancel their summer service between Victoria and Friday Harbor due to low numbers. If you have any questions you can contact their office at 360-452-8088.
Art on display…
July 31, 2009 at 9:09 am
Beth from the Library says now you have a chance to look at the library’s art: Art from the permanent collection on display in library The San Juan Island Library currently is exhibiting a portion of its permanent art collection, donated by various island artists. The name of the exhibit is San Juan Summertime. The Continue Reading
Categories: Around Here
What ARE those whales up to?
July 31, 2009 at 9:06 am
As we watch them & they watch us, is interspecies communication possible? Caroline Grauman passes along this article from the New York Times.
The play's the thing… actually, the plays are the things…
July 31, 2009 at 8:55 am
Great weekend for seeing a show…”As You Like it” continues at Roche Harbor with Island Stage Left, while “Steel Magnolias” plays this week & next at the Community Theatre. At the Palace Theatre, Harry Potter & The Ugly Truth continue for another week…
Categories: Uncategorized
The play’s the thing… actually, the plays are the things…
July 31, 2009 at 8:55 am
Great weekend for seeing a show…”As You Like it” continues at Roche Harbor with Island Stage Left, while “Steel Magnolias” plays this week & next at the Community Theatre. At the Palace Theatre, Harry Potter & The Ugly Truth continue for another week…
Categories: Around Here
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