This just popped in today from Brendan Cowan of the SJ Dept. of Emergency Management (SJ DEM) 1. There are some reports of CenturyLink customers still having problems with their service. Anyone with concerns should contact CenturyLink directly at: Jan Kampbell Public Relations & Market Development Manager Western Washington [email protected] Office 253-851-1416 Cell 253-549-5499 2.  Continue Reading

You are invited to attend a series of weekend events at IMA beginning with an opening reception, Saturday November 23rd from 5 to 8pm. Visit and enjoy this multi-media exhibit showcasing the artwork created by artists of all the San Juan Islands. Stop by for a holiday refreshments and browse the artistic endeavors of our  Continue Reading

Schedule an hour with friends and family on Friday, December 6, for the fun Chamber of Commerce annual Island Lights and Music event at Memorial Park. The island kicks off the holiday season with the lighting of the big tree and holiday performances by the Island Chordsmen Barbershop group and FHES Eagle Spirit Choir. Angel  Continue Reading

Plans are just beginning for the 23rd San Juan Island Children’s Festival scheduled for May 4, 2013 and committee members are needed to help with planning, organizing and coordination of this community festival. Other than the willingness and time to work as a team committed to creating a fun filled festival dedicated to celebrating children,  Continue Reading

Dear Friends, As you know, we love cheese and wine and bread! And, we love pairing cheese with wine and bread. Well, isn’t beer really liquid bread? So, why not beer and cheese? It is Delicious!! We are excited to announce that Linda Stratton-Peterson from Pike Brewing is coming to San Juan Island Cheese on  Continue Reading

David Bentley sends over this announcement for you… We’re having a special Evening Prayer Service Saturday at 5 pm for the Feast of St. Margaret, Queen of Scotland (1093 AD). Throughout the service, a professional wind ensemble will play portions of “Evensong Suite” by local composer Alex Shapiro. This suite was commissioned by St. Bede’s  Continue Reading

This just came in from CenturyLink… CenturyLink restores service to San Juan Islands SAN JUAN ISLANDS/SEATTLE, Wash. – CenturyLink crews restored services, including all voice and high-speed Internet, to the San Juan Islands this morning. Crews worked overnight in the rain to connect the new fiber that was laid yesterday. The fiber, located at a  Continue Reading

The San Juan County Arts Council to Host “Photographing Your Art” Workshop December 7. Due to the great response to our September “Photographing Your Art” workshop, the San Juan County Arts Council is pleased to announce that local professional photographer, Mark Gardner, will be presenting an additional workshop on December 7 from 9am-4pm at Skagit  Continue Reading

Why do we garden? Local author Jim Nollman will talk about his gardening and read from his book Why We Garden, including an excerpt on medicinal herbs and “The Sentient Garden.” San Juan Island Grange #966 continues its 2013 Fall Lecture Series with a program on Why We Garden on Wednesday November 20, 2013 at  Continue Reading

Kids and Parents! Are you looking for a fun and convenient childcare option during school break? Island Rec will be offering a fun-filled day-camp for K-6th graders during winter break. Our staff is designing an enriching camp experience including fun games & activities, crafts, swimming, bowling, field trips, and lots more!! School’s Out Camp will  Continue Reading