I’m Bagheera. Like the panther in Rudyard Kipling’s Jungle Book. Only I’m much more sophisticated and worldly – but every bit as adventurous and charming! I made my way here to the island all the way from Eastern Washington, with a stop-over in Sultan at Pasado’s Safe Haven. Oh, the places I’ve been and the  Continue Reading

Just heard from Becki Day of the Chamber – the results are in for the judging of the parade entries. Here she is with more… What a great parade we had today! Floats, the Community Marching Band, the University of Washington Marching Band, the Highlanders Bag Pipers, 30 + golden retrievers, kids, Jerry Alhadeff as  Continue Reading

Home Trust Fundraiser Get ready to party, with a delicious Mexican dinner, margaritas, an auction and concert with dancing! Coming from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, for the third year in a row are Los Bambinos. The four Morales Brothers blend vibrant harmonies with easy-listening electro-acoustic guitars for a new sound that enchants long-time fans and new  Continue Reading

Mitchell Hill has traditionally been the place where even experienced hikers could get lost – and calling 911 on your cell phone, if it worked at all, might connect you with Victoria. After the National Park Service acquired the land a few years ago, superintendent Lee Taylor determined to install unobtrusive signs to end this problem.  Continue Reading

San Juan Island Library will sponsor a candidate forum next Tuesday, July 7, at 7 pm for the only race on the primary ballot: a seat on the Hospital District Board. Michalle Loftus, Daniel Miller, and Barbara Sharp are running for a two-year unexpired term on the board. The two receiving the highest vote totals  Continue Reading

There’s a new sculpture in town – it’s the Brickworks Pig down there at… you guessed it – Brickworks. I missed the unveiling ceremony, but I did catch up with the sculptor Matthew Gray Palmer who has generously donated this pig to Brickworks and the community. The pig has a slot on the back for  Continue Reading

“The time has actually gone by pretty quickly” Dick Wade said as he reflected on the last 22 years that he and his wife Mary have owned and operated Windjammer Janitorial. But effective on July 1st, ownership has now passed to Eric and Nancy Fusare. Dick and Mary bought the company from Glen Gullickson who  Continue Reading

Minnie Knych asked if I would share this with you about Flag Etiquette for the parade… According to United States Code Title 4 Chapter 1, Section 9: “When the flag is passing in a parade or in review, all persons present in uniform should render the military salute. Members of the Armed Forces and veterans  Continue Reading

In light of the theme of this year’s July 4th parade being “Hooray For Hollywood”, it is a treat to share this story with you… by Scott Rasmussen, Special to the Update The movie house built by Peter Kirk 100 years ago in the heart of town remains a top draw for entertainment largely because the man who’s  Continue Reading

I just heard that there will be a “Farm Fresh Fourth at the San Juan Island Farmers Market.” The market will have have later hours this Saturday because of the parade – 11 am to 2 pm. Visit the Brickworks for farm fresh fruits and veggies, arts and crafts, and a variety of food and beverages.