It is time to register for Island Rec’s Girl’s Basketball League, open to all girls in grades 3 through 8. The focus of this league is for the development and improvement of individual and team skills. Previous basketball experience is not required. All games are played on San Juan Island on Sunday afternoons in Turnbull  Continue Reading

Town accepting applications for open position on Friday Harbor Arts Commission. The Friday Harbor Arts Commission (FHAC) is seeking one new member for a three-year term commencing January 1, 2016. The person filling this unpaid, volunteer position is expected to represent the interests of the Town, community and local artists as they advise the Town  Continue Reading

It’s the San Juan Island Trails Committee doing a Holiday Party at Cask n Schooner – Upstairs by the fireplace. Everyone is welcome. Come and share tall tales of trails remembered…and a cup of cheer with friends. Thursday, December 17th from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. No host, Drop in. Call Theresa if you have questions…  Continue Reading

This will bring you joy, and you’ll laugh really hard. 5th, 6th, an 7th graders present short excerpts from their chapters in Spring Street International School’s forthcoming book, in which they reflect philosophically on youth. December 13th at 6:30 pm at the Presbyterian Church.

Paula West shares this invitation with you… Hi Tim, here is an event that your readers may be interested in: What: Holiday Pop Up Shop When: Saturday, December 12, Noon-6 Who: Wild Roots Linens, Paula West Pottery, enamora Where: Surina Business Park, Suite #501-enamora studio Why: Handmade gifts, snacks and holiday cheer Thank you! Happy Holidays,  Continue Reading

Another warm and delightful version of your holiday tradition – island style – in front of a roaring fire. A heart-warming and nostalgic look at Christmas, interwoven with music and based on the writings of Dylan Thomas. At the Roche Harbor Pavilion. December 20 – 23 at 7:00 December 24 at 3:00 and 6:30. Reservations  Continue Reading

Join The Animal Protection Society for Yappy Hour at The Rumor Mill! Wednesday, December 16, from 5:00-6:30 pm. Enjoy delicious “Yappetizers” and Libations! Win Raffle Prizes! Support The Animal Shelter! Wear your ugliest holiday sweater and win a prize!

For some of us, this holiday season is synonymous with joyful anticipation, wonder and magic. For others, this time of year heralds a period of palpable depression, even dread. Why might this be? One possible explanation is unresolved grief. Grief is the normal and natural reaction to significant loss of any kind. It represents the  Continue Reading

Make your own holiday cards using the simple linoleum relief print making method. Learn the step by step process of creating your own design, carving the soft block and transferring your design onto attractive card paper. Share finished blocks with each other in the class to create a variety of cards. Take your cards home  Continue Reading

The semester is soon coming to an end and students have been working diligently all semester to complete their projects. On Wednesday January 13th, 2016 (5:30 – 7:00 P.M.), students will be giving presentations demonstrating all that they have accomplished and learned this term. We need community members to come and give valuable feedback to our  Continue Reading