Just a reminder that next weekend is your last chance to see The Taming of the Shrew on the Roche Harbor set. After Roche they move to 1062 Wold Road and play Fridays – Sundays at 8:00 pm through August 18th. Island Stage Left 1062 Wold Rd Friday Harbor, WA 98250 (360) 378-5649 stageleft [@]  Continue Reading

The SJISD was pleased to see the beginning stages of funding improvements for K-12 education, particularly in the area of pupil transportation, materials and supplies, and learning program support. However, the legislature has a long way to go to meet its paramount duty to fully fund K-12 education as seen in the McCleary lawsuit. Additional  Continue Reading

The National Park Service has announced a series of public meetings with the final one on Wednesday, July 31, 5 to 7 pm, at the Brickworks in Friday Harbor. These are opportunities for the general public to learn about the planning process for both the Mitchell Hill and Westcott Bay additions to English Camp and  Continue Reading

Here’s a reminder from Travis Ayers, president of San Juan Soccer – Dear All, Waitlists are now open until midnight on Tuesday, 30Jul13. This is critical: waitlists are accommodated on a space available, first-come, first-serve basis. So do not delay. Go to www.islandsoccer.org to sign up on the waitlist. If there is room for your  Continue Reading

Shelley Borahan, of Herb’s Tavern fame said that if Team Herb’s were to raise $5,000.00 for Relay for Life, she would cut all her hair off. Well, Team Herb’s raised more than $5,000.00 so guess what… Shelley got buzzed at the big Rock the Cause fundraiser at the Fairgrounds on Saturday. Way to go Team  Continue Reading

What a day on the waters of the Salish Sea! L 22s and Humpbacks. It’s always a beautiful day in the San Juan Islands. Some are more beautiful than others. ~ Capt. Jim of Maya’s Westside Whale Charters

Next Wednesday, July 24 6:30 -8:15 pm, at the Historical Museum – It’s Island Rec’s Music on the Lawn, FREE Summer Concert Series. 405 Price Street. Featuring “The WIRED“, the 2012 winner of the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. Comprised of Washington Blues Society Performer and Songwriter of the Year, Kevin Sutton along with rhythm king  Continue Reading

It’s this Saturday at the Fairgrounds. 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM – A multi-team Relay for Life Fundraiser; Celebrating 100 years of the American Cancer Society, the Official Sponsor of More Birthdays. Hope to see you there!

Island Rec – Beach Volleyball Tournament, August 4th Get a team together and come out for a day of fun competition in the sand and sun. Island Rec is hosting its 4th annual 2-on-2 Beach Volleyball Tournament for teens and adults. Teams can be made up of 2 or 3 people of any combination of  Continue Reading

Mike Sharadin, owner of N.W. Totem Cellars in Woodinville is opening a wine tasting bar here in Friday Harbor. It is almost complete, but there are just a few things left to finish up before the grand opening next Friday the 26th. That’s the official grand opening, but they will most likely be open for  Continue Reading