Topic: Around Here
Islanders Mail Thousands of Letters to Swing Voters
Written on October 18, 2020 at 5:30 am, by Hayley Day
By Vote Forward On Friday, Oct. 16, a group of San Juan Island volunteers mailed approximately 12,000 letters to intermittent voters in key battleground states, asking them to please vote in this election. The effort was made in collaboration with the nonprofit organization Vote Forward, and spear-headed by San Juan Island resident Beth Larson. Beth Continue Reading
Port of Friday Harbor Virtual Meeting Oct. 7
Written on October 6, 2020 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
The Port of Friday Harbor will host a Special Meeting at noon, Oct 7 via Zoom. View the agenda and meeting access information here. The meeting will discuss designs for the marine technical center to be located at Jensen’s Boatyard, as well as information on the Salt-Water Farms site plan.
Know Your Islanders Talks on ZOOM
Written on October 1, 2020 at 7:22 pm, by Hayley Day
Know Your Islanders Talks on ZOOM San Juan Island Library is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. October 5, 2020 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Know Your Islanders Talk: Larry Wight, Four Months on the Southern Border – Stories of Open Hearts and Broken Hopes Join Larry Wight for an eyewitness look Continue Reading
Stella’s Kitchen
Written on September 11, 2020 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Stella’s Kitchen is a small, one-cook venue serving delicious, nutritious meals for lunch and dinner. From spicy Korean noodles and Bulgogi to Curry and Dumplings, meals are varied each day and made from scratch, each with an emphasis on using fresh, organic ingredients. Currently located at Friday Harbor’s Brickworks (service via the back door toward Continue Reading
More Wildfire Smoke Impacts Expected through the Weekend
Written on September 10, 2020 at 6:17 pm, by Tim Dustrude
A mass of smoke is currently sitting over Southwestern Washington. This smoke, from wildfires in Washington, Oregon and California is expected to move north starting tomorrow and likely impact much of Western Washington through the weekend as it is pushed by southerly winds. The Department of Ecology smoke forecast for tomorrow predicts that air Continue Reading
Merri Ann’s Real Estate News
Written on September 9, 2020 at 10:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County Waterfront Parcels If you own a waterfront parcel in the County, or hope to purchase one, I have detailed below some items to take into consideration. Historically, waterfront parcels were the most coveted investment in the islands but due to ever changing regulations, they are now the most confusing parcels to develop. Continue Reading
A Smokey Morning on San Juan Island
Written on September 8, 2020 at 10:08 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
From San Juan Island Fire and Rescue… As you have seen already, it is a poor day for air quality throughout the San Juan Islands and Western Washington State. There is no wildland fire in San Juan County at this time. 9-1-1 Dispatch received several calls from concerned residents overnight due to the strong Continue Reading
Waterworks Gallery: Features David Ridgway
Written on September 8, 2020 at 5:30 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Waterworks Gallery invites you to a socially distanced Prosecco Night Opening featuring the work of David Ridgway on Thursday, September 10, 4 – 7 pm. Since its inception in 1985 WaterWorks Gallery has a tradition of reinvention. The 2020 show schedule broadens the concept of the ART AiSLE. Monthly, the gallery hosts a recent Continue Reading
Southern Resident Killer Whale Superpod!
Written on September 7, 2020 at 5:08 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
More good news from the Center for Whale Research… This video was taken during our encounter with the endangered Southern Resident killer whales on September 5, 2020. All three pods (J, K, and L) came together in the same area. This gathering is known as a Superpod. Ken Balcomb, Center for Whale Research, Founder/Senior Scientist, Continue Reading
Update on Fire Ban: Temporary Fire Ban in Effect
Written on September 7, 2020 at 12:49 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
Just a reminder that the San Juan County Fire Chiefs, in coordination with the San Juan County Fire Marshall and San Juan County Department of Emergency Management have issued a temporary, short-term fire ban for all activities beginning today, Monday, September 7, 2020 through to 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2020. The burn ban Continue Reading
Temporary Short-Term Fire Ban In Effect Monday – Wednesday
Written on September 6, 2020 at 2:05 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
San Juan County Fire Chiefs, in coordination with the San Juan County Fire Marshall and San Juan County Department of Emergency Management have issued a temporary, short-term fire ban for all activities beginning at midnight on Monday, September 7, 2020 through to 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2020. The burn ban will be in Continue Reading
A Brand New Calf in J Pod!
Written on September 6, 2020 at 12:57 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
Good news from the Center for Whale Research… click image to enlarge… On Saturday, September 5, 2020, J pod was reported near the ODAS buoy off Dungeness Spit in the eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca in US waters. Another large group of the endangered Southern Resident killer whales was a few miles away near Continue Reading
Friday Harbor Film Festival: September Films (Virtual Version)
Written on September 6, 2020 at 8:27 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Friday Harbor Film Festival presents… 2020 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour… On-Demand September 1-30, 2020, Cost: $10 The 2020 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour (Virtual Version) is a 80-minute theatrical program of 6 short films selected from this year’s Festival. Widely considered the premier American showcase for short films and the launchpad for many now-prominent independent Continue Reading
Granny’s Cove, Grandma’s Cove, or the Sandy Beach?
Written on September 5, 2020 at 9:16 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Lately I’ve noticed islanders having perennial conversations regarding certain place names. Is English Camp “British” Camp? Of course not. Its English Camp and always has been (in my not so humble opinion – Peggy Sue here). When did Mt Young get demoted to Young Hill? Is it Granny’s Cove or Grandma’s? Locals call it Granny’s Continue Reading
SJCT: Holding Zoom Auditions For New Digital Work
Written on September 3, 2020 at 9:17 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
From San Juan Community Theatre… Join us for auditions for SJCT’s new webseries, “Friday Harbor Happenings!“ This new, digital work is a satirical sketch comedy show with an ensemble cast, created by San Juan Community Theatre for our beloved local community. The writers hope the episodes will bring a smile and some Continue Reading
Orcas, Lopez and San Juan Fire Team Up with DNR for Wildfire
Written on August 31, 2020 at 10:04 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
From Orcas Fire and Rescue… Orcas Island Fire and Rescue personnel responded to multiple reports of smoke in the 4000-block of Point Lawrence Road on the afternoon of August 24. Crews quickly triangulated a slow-moving wildland fire with aerial support provided by local pilot Pat Muffett. After completing a size-up the fire was determined to Continue Reading
SJIMA: Opening September 3 With 2 New Exhibits
Written on August 30, 2020 at 10:47 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Missing / Highway of Tears – The highway refers to a short stretch of Highway 16 between Prince Rupert and Prince George, where 18 girls, almost all Aboriginal, were murdered. On the piece of highway from Vancouver to Edmonton RCMP records show that over 200 people have disappeared on this route. The Highway of Tears is an installation of individual Continue Reading
Waterworks Gallery Presents: Islands as Sanctuary, Paintings by Teresa Smith
Written on August 29, 2020 at 11:50 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Islands as Sanctuary, a collection of contemporary oil paintings by Teresa Smith will be featured at Waterworks Gallery from September 1 – September 15 2020 with a socially distant opening on Friday, September 4th from 4 – 7 pm. The works may also be seen by appointment by calling 303.246.3208. “Island as Sanctuary” represents solitary Continue Reading
San Juan Islands Museum of Art to Reopen September 3
Written on August 28, 2020 at 8:44 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
A Letter from the SJIMA Board President… We miss you – but get to welcome you very soon! Since closing our doors in March, we have been preparing for this moment. SJIMA has collaborated with our County health authorities, the Washington State Arts Commission and governor’s office on a proposal that has allowed museums to Continue Reading
Traffic Disrupted on “Granny’s Way” (East Street Next to Ferry Lanes) Thursday Aug 27
Written on August 27, 2020 at 9:42 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Traffic will be disrupted while Contractors replace asphalt on “Granny’s Way” (East Street, next to the ferry lanes) this Thursday, August 27th. The Contractor is being asked to expedite the project with as little traffic disruption as possible. Granny’s Way will be closed to traffic until repairs are complete. First Street will remain open. If Continue Reading
Islanders For The San Juan Islands National Monument Meet Via Zoom August 27
Written on August 25, 2020 at 7:00 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
Join the MAC Meeting on August 27, 9:00am -5:00pm, Pacific Time (see Zoom link below)… Click on photo to enlarge… The MAC (Monument Advisory Committee) will be hearing from subject matter experts and the public to inform their deliberations as they discuss and present their input to the BLM. The full meeting agenda (PDF) can Continue Reading
Islanders Mail Thousands of Letters to Swing Voters
Written on October 18, 2020 at 5:30 am, by Hayley Day
By Vote Forward On Friday, Oct. 16, a group of San Juan Island volunteers mailed approximately 12,000 letters to intermittent voters in key battleground states, asking them to please vote in this election. The effort was made in collaboration with the nonprofit organization Vote Forward, and spear-headed by San Juan Island resident Beth Larson. Beth Continue Reading
Port of Friday Harbor Virtual Meeting Oct. 7
Written on October 6, 2020 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
The Port of Friday Harbor will host a Special Meeting at noon, Oct 7 via Zoom. View the agenda and meeting access information here. The meeting will discuss designs for the marine technical center to be located at Jensen’s Boatyard, as well as information on the Salt-Water Farms site plan.
Know Your Islanders Talks on ZOOM
Written on October 1, 2020 at 7:22 pm, by Hayley Day
Know Your Islanders Talks on ZOOM San Juan Island Library is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. October 5, 2020 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Know Your Islanders Talk: Larry Wight, Four Months on the Southern Border – Stories of Open Hearts and Broken Hopes Join Larry Wight for an eyewitness look Continue Reading
Stella’s Kitchen
Written on September 11, 2020 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Stella’s Kitchen is a small, one-cook venue serving delicious, nutritious meals for lunch and dinner. From spicy Korean noodles and Bulgogi to Curry and Dumplings, meals are varied each day and made from scratch, each with an emphasis on using fresh, organic ingredients. Currently located at Friday Harbor’s Brickworks (service via the back door toward Continue Reading
More Wildfire Smoke Impacts Expected through the Weekend
Written on September 10, 2020 at 6:17 pm, by Tim Dustrude
A mass of smoke is currently sitting over Southwestern Washington. This smoke, from wildfires in Washington, Oregon and California is expected to move north starting tomorrow and likely impact much of Western Washington through the weekend as it is pushed by southerly winds. The Department of Ecology smoke forecast for tomorrow predicts that air Continue Reading
Merri Ann’s Real Estate News
Written on September 9, 2020 at 10:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County Waterfront Parcels If you own a waterfront parcel in the County, or hope to purchase one, I have detailed below some items to take into consideration. Historically, waterfront parcels were the most coveted investment in the islands but due to ever changing regulations, they are now the most confusing parcels to develop. Continue Reading
A Smokey Morning on San Juan Island
Written on September 8, 2020 at 10:08 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
From San Juan Island Fire and Rescue… As you have seen already, it is a poor day for air quality throughout the San Juan Islands and Western Washington State. There is no wildland fire in San Juan County at this time. 9-1-1 Dispatch received several calls from concerned residents overnight due to the strong Continue Reading
Waterworks Gallery: Features David Ridgway
Written on September 8, 2020 at 5:30 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Waterworks Gallery invites you to a socially distanced Prosecco Night Opening featuring the work of David Ridgway on Thursday, September 10, 4 – 7 pm. Since its inception in 1985 WaterWorks Gallery has a tradition of reinvention. The 2020 show schedule broadens the concept of the ART AiSLE. Monthly, the gallery hosts a recent Continue Reading
Southern Resident Killer Whale Superpod!
Written on September 7, 2020 at 5:08 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
More good news from the Center for Whale Research… This video was taken during our encounter with the endangered Southern Resident killer whales on September 5, 2020. All three pods (J, K, and L) came together in the same area. This gathering is known as a Superpod. Ken Balcomb, Center for Whale Research, Founder/Senior Scientist, Continue Reading
Update on Fire Ban: Temporary Fire Ban in Effect
Written on September 7, 2020 at 12:49 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
Just a reminder that the San Juan County Fire Chiefs, in coordination with the San Juan County Fire Marshall and San Juan County Department of Emergency Management have issued a temporary, short-term fire ban for all activities beginning today, Monday, September 7, 2020 through to 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2020. The burn ban Continue Reading
Temporary Short-Term Fire Ban In Effect Monday – Wednesday
Written on September 6, 2020 at 2:05 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
San Juan County Fire Chiefs, in coordination with the San Juan County Fire Marshall and San Juan County Department of Emergency Management have issued a temporary, short-term fire ban for all activities beginning at midnight on Monday, September 7, 2020 through to 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2020. The burn ban will be in Continue Reading
A Brand New Calf in J Pod!
Written on September 6, 2020 at 12:57 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
Good news from the Center for Whale Research… click image to enlarge… On Saturday, September 5, 2020, J pod was reported near the ODAS buoy off Dungeness Spit in the eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca in US waters. Another large group of the endangered Southern Resident killer whales was a few miles away near Continue Reading
Friday Harbor Film Festival: September Films (Virtual Version)
Written on September 6, 2020 at 8:27 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Friday Harbor Film Festival presents… 2020 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour… On-Demand September 1-30, 2020, Cost: $10 The 2020 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour (Virtual Version) is a 80-minute theatrical program of 6 short films selected from this year’s Festival. Widely considered the premier American showcase for short films and the launchpad for many now-prominent independent Continue Reading
Granny’s Cove, Grandma’s Cove, or the Sandy Beach?
Written on September 5, 2020 at 9:16 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Lately I’ve noticed islanders having perennial conversations regarding certain place names. Is English Camp “British” Camp? Of course not. Its English Camp and always has been (in my not so humble opinion – Peggy Sue here). When did Mt Young get demoted to Young Hill? Is it Granny’s Cove or Grandma’s? Locals call it Granny’s Continue Reading
SJCT: Holding Zoom Auditions For New Digital Work
Written on September 3, 2020 at 9:17 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
From San Juan Community Theatre… Join us for auditions for SJCT’s new webseries, “Friday Harbor Happenings!“ This new, digital work is a satirical sketch comedy show with an ensemble cast, created by San Juan Community Theatre for our beloved local community. The writers hope the episodes will bring a smile and some Continue Reading
Orcas, Lopez and San Juan Fire Team Up with DNR for Wildfire
Written on August 31, 2020 at 10:04 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
From Orcas Fire and Rescue… Orcas Island Fire and Rescue personnel responded to multiple reports of smoke in the 4000-block of Point Lawrence Road on the afternoon of August 24. Crews quickly triangulated a slow-moving wildland fire with aerial support provided by local pilot Pat Muffett. After completing a size-up the fire was determined to Continue Reading
SJIMA: Opening September 3 With 2 New Exhibits
Written on August 30, 2020 at 10:47 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Missing / Highway of Tears – The highway refers to a short stretch of Highway 16 between Prince Rupert and Prince George, where 18 girls, almost all Aboriginal, were murdered. On the piece of highway from Vancouver to Edmonton RCMP records show that over 200 people have disappeared on this route. The Highway of Tears is an installation of individual Continue Reading
Waterworks Gallery Presents: Islands as Sanctuary, Paintings by Teresa Smith
Written on August 29, 2020 at 11:50 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Islands as Sanctuary, a collection of contemporary oil paintings by Teresa Smith will be featured at Waterworks Gallery from September 1 – September 15 2020 with a socially distant opening on Friday, September 4th from 4 – 7 pm. The works may also be seen by appointment by calling 303.246.3208. “Island as Sanctuary” represents solitary Continue Reading
San Juan Islands Museum of Art to Reopen September 3
Written on August 28, 2020 at 8:44 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
A Letter from the SJIMA Board President… We miss you – but get to welcome you very soon! Since closing our doors in March, we have been preparing for this moment. SJIMA has collaborated with our County health authorities, the Washington State Arts Commission and governor’s office on a proposal that has allowed museums to Continue Reading
Traffic Disrupted on “Granny’s Way” (East Street Next to Ferry Lanes) Thursday Aug 27
Written on August 27, 2020 at 9:42 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Traffic will be disrupted while Contractors replace asphalt on “Granny’s Way” (East Street, next to the ferry lanes) this Thursday, August 27th. The Contractor is being asked to expedite the project with as little traffic disruption as possible. Granny’s Way will be closed to traffic until repairs are complete. First Street will remain open. If Continue Reading
Islanders For The San Juan Islands National Monument Meet Via Zoom August 27
Written on August 25, 2020 at 7:00 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
Join the MAC Meeting on August 27, 9:00am -5:00pm, Pacific Time (see Zoom link below)… Click on photo to enlarge… The MAC (Monument Advisory Committee) will be hearing from subject matter experts and the public to inform their deliberations as they discuss and present their input to the BLM. The full meeting agenda (PDF) can Continue Reading