Great event for the kids – don’t miss it! Here’s more from Carolyn: Games, a coloring contest, a rescue demonstration, food and lots of fun are on the agenda at the Safety Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 9, at the Mullis Street Fire Station. Participating agencies include the San Juan Continue Reading
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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.
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Sure would be good to have broadband in the islands!
October 6, 2011 at 6:16 pm
Here’s a note from Tom about how you can help: The San Juan County Economic Development Council is seeking input from the community on how we use the Internet today and what they need in the future. I know you have a large following on SJ Update, and was hoping you could help us get Continue Reading
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Around the island…
October 6, 2011 at 1:58 pm
Let’s see what’s up around here: • Pam wants to remind you….it’s this Friday! The Writers’ Café open mic will be held from 5:00 – 6:30 PM at The Bean on Friday, October 7th. Bring your fiction, nonfiction or poetry to read or just show up to listen. Please show our appreciation for Eric and Continue Reading
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Don’t miss it! “The Ladies Man” at the Community Theatre – opening tonight!
October 6, 2011 at 3:24 am
Last night I got the chance to swing by and check out the Community Theatre‘s new production of Charles Morey’s play The Ladies Man before it opens tonight for a two-week run. This is one you are going to like. You’ll see audiences leaning forward to catch the wordplay in this amazing, somewhat farcical, somewhat Continue Reading
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From the e-mailbag….
October 6, 2011 at 1:11 am
Well, it’s time to check in with the people who have been writing to the editorial staff here at the San Juan Update. First of all I want you to know, we read everything that is sent to us. Second, I want you to know we answer some of it. And most importantly, it is Continue Reading
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The Blessing of the animals is this weekend….
October 6, 2011 at 12:09 am
The Feast Day of St. Francis was earlier this week (the fourth), so the blessing will be this weekend so folks can come & bring their furry or feathered friends…. Happy St. Francis Day to you!
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Run Walk Wag was a winner!
October 5, 2011 at 7:27 am
Here’s the report from Rebecca at Island Rec: We had our very first RUN, WALK, WAG 5K this past Sunday and it was a HOOT (or should I say howl)….Dogs and people walking and running in a huge pack (in costume)…it’s hard to beat! Island Rec wants to give a huge thanks to the following Continue Reading
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Oktoberfest – this weekend!
October 5, 2011 at 7:17 am
San Juan Island Oktoberfest Celebrating the 17th Anniversary of this Island Tradition Saturday, October 8, 2011 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. San Juan County Fairgrounds Pavilion Tickets: Adults $8, Age 12 & under admission is Free! Scrip for Meals and Beverages will be sold at the door and advance purchase through the SJI Chamber. The Continue Reading
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Jewelry sale on Sunday to help the new hospital….
October 5, 2011 at 6:28 am
Lenore wants to invite you: Jewelry Sale to Benefit Peace Island Medical Center A trunk sale of Silpada Designs Sterling Silver handmade jewelry will be held to benefit the Peace Island Medical Center. The event will be hosted by Lenore Bayuk and Kathie Arcide from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday October 9, 2011 at Continue Reading
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