Accomplished woodworker and loving husband James Dunlap wanted to make his wife a beautiful wooden table as a Christmas present. Eight months and a lot of hard work later, it’s happily sitting in his dining room. Here’s James with the details:  The table is made of black limba, with accents of ironwood, cocobolo, and purple heart.  Continue Reading

One of the things this community prides itself on is its undying support for its members. Thousands of dollars were awarded in scholarships to many deserving young adults at Friday Harbor High School, and the efforts of recipients, donors, and everyone else involved in this tremendous process deserve recognition and thanks for helping make higher  Continue Reading

 Let’s take a look: • Who says Christmas only comes once a year? Check out the semi-annual garage sale hosted by Surina Business Park! Happening at Star Storage, 50 Malcolm Street, Saturday the 16th from 9am to 4pm (no early birds please). Happy shopping! ++++++ • Music this weekend: The Shotgun Messengers at Herb’s Tavern on  Continue Reading

Time for a unique island twist to a traditional graduation. Here’s a hint: it involves paint, laughter, and spelling….and it’s in the high school parking lot! Way to go Class of 2012!

As of Wednesday, June 13, the Save-A-Spot vehicle reservation system will expand to include business and commercial customers for the Anacortes/San Juan Islands ferry runs.   Hugely successful when it was test driven on June 4th on the Anacortes/Sidney B.C. run, the Save-A-Spot system is spreading quickly throughout other ferry routes such as Port Townsend/Coupeville,  Continue Reading

As summertime approaches, it’s normal to see zillions of tourists taking in the beauty of our islands. But here are two new faces that you would do well to remember! Here’s more from Recreation Director Sally Thomsen:  Island Rec is excited to announce the addition of two new Recreation Specialists, JD Bister and Jason Davis.   Continue Reading

Four great Montana musicians are back on the island, but that’s not all! Marshall Catch will be playing at the Rumor Mill, starting at 7:30pm, this Wednesday and Thursday. Check out their indie-rock sound on Youtube for a preview: http://youtu.be/uKys9_8r5pc  

The Kiwanis Club’s Fourth of July Pig War Picnic is coming up, and it’s better than ever. Besides the hit activities of the past such as a cakewalk, pie-eating contest, and amazing barbecue; four island bands will be performing – One More Time Band, Legacy, The Tease, and The Good Husbands. Look for a reminder  Continue Reading