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Tim Dustrude

Just another part-timer - Part time photographer at ThisIsOurTown.com and Dustrude.com, part time graphic artist, part time blogger at Occasionally a New Photo . And now... full time editor at The San Juan Update.

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Big Art Sale

July 9, 2014 at 5:45 am

Here’s a note for you from one of our local artists… Every few years I have a big clearance sale to make room for new creations. I am having a sale of over thirty-five paintings and ten sculpture pieces. Prices will be cut one-half to two-thirds the gallery price. This summer, instead of having the sale on  Continue Reading

Fly-In Returns July 26

July 9, 2014 at 5:41 am

Family Friendly Fly-In Returns to Friday Harbor Airport, July 26 If airport events conjure up big crowds on acres of concrete, you might be pleasantly surprised to learn that one of America’s favorite quaint little islands is about to host its 5th Annual Fly-In and Community Open House on Saturday, July 26. Friday Harbor Airport,  Continue Reading

The Muralist at Work

July 9, 2014 at 5:40 am

Here’s Bob Plowman working on the mural at Friday Harbor Pet Supplies over at Surina Business Park. Check it out next time you’re over that way – it’s a work in progress and he said maybe in 2 months or so it will be done. Also, if you get down to Spring Street, pop in  Continue Reading

Tapwater is at Music on the Lawn

July 9, 2014 at 5:28 am

Music on the Lawn, Island Rec’s 14th Annual Free Summer Concert Series Concert #2 July 16 from 6:30-8:15pm 405 Price Street San Juan Island Historical Museum Island Rec’s “Bring Em’ Back” concert series is part of our 30th anniversary celebration. The bands were all ‘people’s choice’ winners from previous years. Tapwater is a boisterous sextet  Continue Reading

County Positions Available

July 9, 2014 at 5:05 am

The County Council is searching for San Juan County citizens to fill current and upcoming vacancies on various boards and commissions. Additional information about each committee is available on the County’s website. Persons interested in serving on a board or advisory committee should fill out an Advisory Committee Application or Contact the Council Office at:  Continue Reading

Chloë: Friday Harbor Salon

July 8, 2014 at 5:45 am

Chloë moved to the island and started doing hair in late 2012, and then opened her own salon in November of 2013, over on ‘A’ Street in the building behind the Fluke sculpture, overlooking the sunken park. She has extensive training in hair cutting and coloring. For over ten years, she has been mastering her  Continue Reading

Artist Opening Reception at Gallery 9

July 8, 2014 at 5:41 am

Gallery 9 is pleased to have Whidbey Island artists Teri Jo Summer show her new HANDMADE ART Clothing and her husband Dale Reiger show his new Paintings and glass art from July 12 through August 8, with the Opening this Saturday from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. When: 7/12/14 Where: Gallery 9 / 60 First Street/  Continue Reading

Healing Touch For Your Horse

July 8, 2014 at 5:40 am

Healing Touch For Your Horse with Pam Fry, High Touch Practitioner/Instructor Learn this simple hands-on energy therapy using LIGHT touch over acu-points on the body. Applying this therapy promotes relaxation, healing, positive behavioral changes and more. Horses love it! They are very sensitive and responsive to energy therapies. Treatment has been found to be beneficial  Continue Reading

Island Scenes: A Celebration of Place

July 8, 2014 at 5:37 am

The “Island Scenes” display is in its 4th year at the County Fair. Island artists are asked to portray a scene which is here now that represents “old island’” and what we hope will be here in the future. In San Juan County we see historic rural and small town views becoming suburban. Artists of  Continue Reading

Transfer Station Open House

July 8, 2014 at 5:32 am

The public is invited to a Community Meeting and Roundtable Discussion of the San Juan Transfer Station to be held by Lautenbach Industries on Thursday, July 10, at noon, at Brickworks. There will be pizza from Vinnie’s.

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