News from Printonyx… After 15 years as the “Voice of Printonyx,” Jonathan Reedy will be leaving us on October 18th to start a new career in banking. We’re sorry for the surprise notice … We’d like to invite you to join us tomorrow for an “all-day drop in to say goodbye event.” We’ll have a  Continue Reading

Dear Trail Supporters, Due to high wind and a forecast for more, today’s work party on the Airport Trail (scheduled for October 17, 2:00-5:00 at the Skagit Valley College Parking lot) is CANCELLED. We will re-schedule soon. Dave Zeretzke for the Trails Committee

Friday Harbor Kiwanis recently installed officers for 2018 during their October installment dinner. Pictured, left to right, are Jerry Ball, past president; David Eden, vice president; Vicky Thalacker, president; Chris Hartman, District 20 Lt. Governor; Nancy Fusare, secretary; Jack Rice, treasurer; and Dave McMillin, past District 20 Lt. Governor. Friday Harbor Kiwanis meets at noon  Continue Reading

Please join us at the Grange Hall in Friday Harbor for the monthly Saturday contra dance, Saturday October 21st. from 7:00 til 9:00. Our caller will be Judy Zeidel, from Bellingham, and the band will be JP and the OK Rhythm Boys, from Orcas Island. As always with contra, every dance is taught by the  Continue Reading

Nancy Fusare writes to let you know about the Presbyterian Church ladies group Mary Martha Circle annual nut sale. You can contact her directly at (360) 317-6592 to place your orders. Or, order forms are also available at the Presbyterian Church. Orders need to be placed by October 30, 2017, so the sooner the better.

San Juan Community Theatre is seeking a Director of Development. Under the direction of the Theatre’s Executive Artistic Director, and working closely with the Board of Trustees and the chair of its Development Committee, this position provides leadership for all aspects of the organization’s fundraising programs and activities. The successful candidate will have substantial experience  Continue Reading

In the SJ Update mailbag today, it’s Barbara Bevens writing to urge you to donate to the Public Schools Foundation… Please give generously when the Public Schools Foundation calls you. Every penny counts toward books, supplies and classroom items that aren’t normally covered by school district funds. As you all know money is tight since  Continue Reading

Feel like helping make the haunted house at the Fairgrounds happen this year? Here are some ways you can help… Debbi Fincher writes: Here we go! Haunted House Happenings… MONDAY, Oct. 16th New time! 12noon-10pm We move the decorations from Sound Storage, back by the library, over to the fairgrounds. If you have an hour  Continue Reading

YOU try being five months old and keeping the schedule I keep. You’d be exhausted too! Being a kitten is hard work and here at the animal shelter there is so much to do. My schedule is jam-packed with playing, sleeping, eating, playing, cuddling, knocking things off the desk onto the floor, looking for fish  Continue Reading

The San Juan Island Trails Committee is looking for some volunteers to help out with some trail maintenance on the Airport Trail in town, on Tuesday, Oct. 17th from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. Park at the Skagit Valley College parking lot where we’ll meet/sign in. Clothing: Bring eye protection please and wear sturdy clothing as  Continue Reading