Topic: Around Here
Skagit Valley College Pilots Program to Cover Books, Student Fees
Written on January 4, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
From Skagit Valley College Skagit Valley College has been awarded $32,270 for a one-year pilot program designed to assist SVC’s Running Start students by the Washington Student Achievement Council. The SVC Running Start Pilot Scholarship will support student success by covering the cost of books, course materials, and/or student fees for eligible students during the Continue Reading
EDC Gives Stimulus Package Overview
Written on December 31, 2020 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County Economic Development Council The San Juan County Economic Development Council is continuing to analyze the details of the just-passed stimulus package. Our comprehensive summary with links can be found here. We are still days away from the Paycheck Protection Program applications reopening. However, businesses that qualify and are interested in doing Continue Reading
Don’t Fear Calling 911 During Pandemic
Written on December 12, 2020 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
By San Juan Island EMS This has been a challenging year. COVID-19 has made many people reluctant to ask for help or see a health care provider, or even worse, caused some to think that they are an added burden if they ask for assistance. We want to reassure the public that you can continue Continue Reading
Need Help With Zoom? The Library Can Help
Written on November 30, 2020 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
By SJIL The San Juan Island Library will host a virtual class called “Intro to Online Zoom Meetings,” at 3 p.m., Friday, Dec. 4. Learn the Zoom video conference application features in a low-pressure environment. During COVID-19, many of us have had to learn Zooming on the fly, or never had an opportunity to learn Continue Reading
Kamin Retires from Eastsound Water User Association After 15 Years
Written on November 29, 2020 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
Dan Burke to Lead Association as New General Manager By Eastsound Water Association On Nov. 25, Eastsound Water User Association announced that General Manager Paul Kamin will be retiring from service on Dec. 31. Dan Burke, a longtime islander and former Rock Island Senior Vice President, is taking his place. “Paul’s written communications always include Continue Reading
Free Virtual Pilates Class on Thanksgiving
Written on November 18, 2020 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
By Island Rec Celebrate community and the spirit of giving with a free pilates mat class via Zoom on Thanksgiving morning. The class is for beginner to advanced students and will run from 9-10 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 26. Register in advance by emailing Morgan Johnston at morgan@islandrec.org. The link will be sent out 30 minutes Continue Reading
Virtual Open Mic For Writers
Written on November 11, 2020 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
By SJIL Join a virtual Open Mic for Writers at 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 14. The event is hosted by the San Juan Island Library. Held on the second Saturday of the month, Open Mic Night is for anyone interested in writing. Don’t be shy, come read your work or just listen. You’ll be inspired 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
Skagit Valley College Pilots Program to Cover Books, Student Fees
Written on January 4, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
From Skagit Valley College Skagit Valley College has been awarded $32,270 for a one-year pilot program designed to assist SVC’s Running Start students by the Washington Student Achievement Council. The SVC Running Start Pilot Scholarship will support student success by covering the cost of books, course materials, and/or student fees for eligible students during the Continue Reading
EDC Gives Stimulus Package Overview
Written on December 31, 2020 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County Economic Development Council The San Juan County Economic Development Council is continuing to analyze the details of the just-passed stimulus package. Our comprehensive summary with links can be found here. We are still days away from the Paycheck Protection Program applications reopening. However, businesses that qualify and are interested in doing Continue Reading
Don’t Fear Calling 911 During Pandemic
Written on December 12, 2020 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
By San Juan Island EMS This has been a challenging year. COVID-19 has made many people reluctant to ask for help or see a health care provider, or even worse, caused some to think that they are an added burden if they ask for assistance. We want to reassure the public that you can continue Continue Reading
Need Help With Zoom? The Library Can Help
Written on November 30, 2020 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
By SJIL The San Juan Island Library will host a virtual class called “Intro to Online Zoom Meetings,” at 3 p.m., Friday, Dec. 4. Learn the Zoom video conference application features in a low-pressure environment. During COVID-19, many of us have had to learn Zooming on the fly, or never had an opportunity to learn Continue Reading
Kamin Retires from Eastsound Water User Association After 15 Years
Written on November 29, 2020 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
Dan Burke to Lead Association as New General Manager By Eastsound Water Association On Nov. 25, Eastsound Water User Association announced that General Manager Paul Kamin will be retiring from service on Dec. 31. Dan Burke, a longtime islander and former Rock Island Senior Vice President, is taking his place. “Paul’s written communications always include Continue Reading
Free Virtual Pilates Class on Thanksgiving
Written on November 18, 2020 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
By Island Rec Celebrate community and the spirit of giving with a free pilates mat class via Zoom on Thanksgiving morning. The class is for beginner to advanced students and will run from 9-10 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 26. Register in advance by emailing Morgan Johnston at morgan@islandrec.org. The link will be sent out 30 minutes Continue Reading
Virtual Open Mic For Writers
Written on November 11, 2020 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
By SJIL Join a virtual Open Mic for Writers at 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 14. The event is hosted by the San Juan Island Library. Held on the second Saturday of the month, Open Mic Night is for anyone interested in writing. Don’t be shy, come read your work or just listen. You’ll be inspired 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