Long-time mind-body-spirit counselor and group facilitator Suzie Thomas is about to begin a Heart Circle for islanders desiring to gather together in community to explore and nourish heart-based transformation. This on-going group will focus on opening the heart, learning about and accessing its particular kind of intelligence, and training the mind to make decisions in  Continue Reading

San Juan County Arts Council is presenting free workshops on three different islands in March to explore the impact and potential of the arts on the local economy. The Arts Commission of Washington State (ArtsWA) recently awarded a grant to the San Juan County Arts Council as one of eight pilot projects across the state  Continue Reading

Kevin Holmes was out at Roche Harbor on Saturday and caught this nice rainbow over the marina. Thanks for sharing Kevin!

Popular demand returns Debbie Daniels to the IAL studio for a four week series of classes featuring how to define a focal point of interest, composition and the part it plays in the success of a finished painting, and other related elements of design. The subject matter is applicable to all levels of experience and  Continue Reading

Change is inevitable, but some things are worth preserving because they tell a story, our story. The Town of Friday Harbor is looking for an islander who appreciates Friday Harbor’s history and historic sites, and would be willing to serve on the Historic Preservation Review Board (HPRB). Five citizen board members, appointed by the mayor,  Continue Reading

Annual Native Plant Sale You can still put your order in for the Master Gardener annual Native Plant Sale! But, you might want to hurry up. Some plants are selling out quickly. Orders are filled on a first come, first serve basis, so don’t procrastinate! Order now for the best selection! Flowering red currant, evergreen  Continue Reading

Don’t forget… It’s Tonight! It’s that time of year again! Time for the shelter’s annual “Spay”ghetti Dinner at the Mullis Center! Join us for delicious food, live entertainment and raffle prizes, Tuesday, February 26 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Tickets will be available at the door – $12 for adults and $5 for kids  Continue Reading

Rosie is such a sweet girl – we can’t understand why she has been at the shelter for almost three years!  She is about 7 years old, has lovely manners and is very affectionate.  Although she has been described as “Queen-Sized”, she is still very active and loves to play, although she would certainly benefit  Continue Reading

Join Island Rec for their second annual table tennis tournament. The tournament will be held in Turnbull Gym, March 17th starting at 11am. The early registration fee is $15.00 until March 7th , $20.00 Thereafter. Prizes will be awarded to top table finishers. Must be 16 or older to play. For more information call 378-4953,  Continue Reading

Children’s Festival Poster Contest Attention, young artists! Island Rec needs your help to design the poster for this year’s Children’s Festival! Kids of all ages are invited to submit poster designs that incorporate this year’s festival theme: ¡Attention! Creation Zone! Artworks must be submitted on an official entry form, which can be obtained at Island  Continue Reading