Topic: Around Here
Doggie Meet & Greet Luncheon
Written on March 30, 2016 at 3:24 pm, by Tim Dustrude
You’ve probably heard the story of local woman Kathleen Zuidema looking for a home for her 3 dogs (which she just found 2 weeks ago in Danielle Cochran). If not, you can see her story here on Today.com. It has gone viral, gaining national attention, including the attention of Dorothy Moore, owner of The Dining Dog, a canine Continue Reading
Crazywise Fundraiser
Written on March 30, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Barbara Cox is hosting a fundraising event in support of a new documentary film now in the edit phase of production. The film’s co-director Phil Borges will share how his work with indigenous cultures led to the creation of the film, CRAZYWISE. He will share his global journey of discovery as he interviewed mental health Continue Reading
State Semifinalist at Stillpoint School!
Written on March 30, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dori and Kate from Stillpoint School share this cool bit of news… Congratulations to Celine Kuru, a Stillpoint School 4th grade student who was selected as a State Semifinalist in the 2016 Letters About Literature contest! Celine’s letter was in the top 4% of all letters submitted in Washington state. At Celine’s level (encompassing grades 4th Continue Reading
On Book! Readers Theatre series
Written on March 30, 2016 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Steve Martin Comedy at SJCT March 30-31 Bring together Pablo Picasso and Albert Einstein, add the writing of a popular 20/21st century comedian and you have the next edition of San Juan Community Theatre’s On Book! Readers Theatre series. Martin’s play, Picasso at the Lapin Agile, will be read in the Gubelman Theatre on Wednesday and Thursday, Continue Reading
Trails Committee Potluck
Written on March 30, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Trails Committee will be holding their annual Spring Potluck next week at Brickworks. Robert Birkby – author, award winning speaker, international conservationist, trails expert and adventure guide – will share slides and speak of his life’s work outdoors. Specifically: “Tigers, Trails and Teens”, a talk about working with trail-building kids in Asia. Robert speaks Continue Reading
Flea & Craft Market
Written on March 30, 2016 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mark your calendars and pack up your boxes… The next Flea & Craft Market is Saturday, May 14th at the San Juan County Fairgrounds. This is a great opportunity to do some satisfying spring cleaning, empty out your garage, and sell those crafts you’ve making all winter. Of course… don’t forget to save a box Continue Reading
Views of the Samish
Written on March 29, 2016 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Update photographer Aaron Shepard has a new post on his photo blog, An Islander’s Eye. In honor of the M/V Samish’s return to service, Aaron has posted a series of shots of our newest ferry – including several from its maiden voyage into Friday Harbor last June, water cannons and all. Ever wonder how the Continue Reading
Drive-Ins at the Fairgrounds Return May 13th
Written on March 29, 2016 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Fairgrounds will kick off the Drive-In movie season with JAWS, Friday, May 13th at 8:45pm. There will be six exciting movies this season, be sure to check out the full line-up, movie/parking start times, and more online on the Fairgrounds website. For up to date alerts, be sure to Like the Fairgrounds on Facebook!
FH Grange Talent Show and Open House
Written on March 29, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Grange #225 is hosting a Talent Show at the Middle School Commons on April 6th. Are you a singer, dancer, musician, magician, juggler or…? Whatever your talent, you are invited to enter the Competition and Open House. Open Competition for ages 13 to adult Win cash prizes donated by Community Treasures: 1st place – $250 + Continue Reading
Free Business Workshop
Written on March 29, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers FREE business workshop on pricing products & services The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE workshop on pricing of products & services for small business owners and entrepreneurs on Orcas Island, on Tuesday, April 5th from 1-3pm. Advance registration is required. Pricing products & services is a critical element Continue Reading
Garden Club Hosted Excursion
Written on March 29, 2016 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Spring Container Demonstration with Sandy Milam The San Juan Island Garden Club will host an excursion to Sunnyside Nursery where we will learn new and innovative ways to fill your outdoor containers to provide color and interest all season. The demonstration is sponsored by the Evergreen Arboretum and Garden. Sandy Milam, award winning container Designer, Continue Reading
Local Business Mentioned in National Magazine
Written on March 28, 2016 at 10:05 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the March/April edition of Pilates Style magazine, there is an article on the benefits of indoor rowing machines, and how they can enhance a comprehensive workout program. Among other exercise studios across the country, the article mentions Friday Harbor’s The Studio SJI and its co-owners, Jacquelyn Reiff and Jennifer Horn. The timing is pretty good Continue Reading
Hanging Basket Class
Written on March 28, 2016 at 8:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Participants in this class will assemble a 12” hanging container with growing medium, choice starter plants for sun or shade exposure and plenty of free advice. Bring your own gloves, tools, beverage and snack. Though a container and plants are provided you may choose to bring a favorite hanging container and/or salvaged plants from last Continue Reading
Fragile Waters exhibition at SJIMA
Written on March 28, 2016 at 8:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
In Celebration of EARTH DAY & the Marine Environment The San Juan Islands Museum of Art celebrates the marine environment on Earth Day weekend with the opening of FRAGILE WATERS, its Spring / Summer exhibition. FRAGILE WATERS is a powerful aesthetic and environmental statement, blending inspiring black-and-white photography by three renowned photographers and lifelong environmentalists: Ansel Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on March 28, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
My name is Jo-Jo and I’m what you might call a “Diamond in the Ruff”. I get over-looked a lot at the animal shelter because I have a hard time meeting people. I’m a little shy because people haven’t always treated me very well. I’ll let you in on a secret… I’m actually a really Continue Reading
Overflowing Crowds Turn Out For the Democratic Caucus
Written on March 26, 2016 at 3:49 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
Dateline: Friday Harbor – Roving SJ Update Reporter Peggy Sue McRae reports on today’s Democratic caucus… Saturday morning San Juan Island Democrats showed up at the High School for the Democratic Caucus. The crowd easily overwhelmed the common room and had to move into the gym. Organizers did a fantastic job of managing the crowd and making Continue Reading
Doggie Meet & Greet Luncheon
Written on March 30, 2016 at 3:24 pm, by Tim Dustrude
You’ve probably heard the story of local woman Kathleen Zuidema looking for a home for her 3 dogs (which she just found 2 weeks ago in Danielle Cochran). If not, you can see her story here on Today.com. It has gone viral, gaining national attention, including the attention of Dorothy Moore, owner of The Dining Dog, a canine Continue Reading
Crazywise Fundraiser
Written on March 30, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Barbara Cox is hosting a fundraising event in support of a new documentary film now in the edit phase of production. The film’s co-director Phil Borges will share how his work with indigenous cultures led to the creation of the film, CRAZYWISE. He will share his global journey of discovery as he interviewed mental health Continue Reading
State Semifinalist at Stillpoint School!
Written on March 30, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dori and Kate from Stillpoint School share this cool bit of news… Congratulations to Celine Kuru, a Stillpoint School 4th grade student who was selected as a State Semifinalist in the 2016 Letters About Literature contest! Celine’s letter was in the top 4% of all letters submitted in Washington state. At Celine’s level (encompassing grades 4th Continue Reading
On Book! Readers Theatre series
Written on March 30, 2016 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Steve Martin Comedy at SJCT March 30-31 Bring together Pablo Picasso and Albert Einstein, add the writing of a popular 20/21st century comedian and you have the next edition of San Juan Community Theatre’s On Book! Readers Theatre series. Martin’s play, Picasso at the Lapin Agile, will be read in the Gubelman Theatre on Wednesday and Thursday, Continue Reading
Trails Committee Potluck
Written on March 30, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Trails Committee will be holding their annual Spring Potluck next week at Brickworks. Robert Birkby – author, award winning speaker, international conservationist, trails expert and adventure guide – will share slides and speak of his life’s work outdoors. Specifically: “Tigers, Trails and Teens”, a talk about working with trail-building kids in Asia. Robert speaks Continue Reading
Flea & Craft Market
Written on March 30, 2016 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mark your calendars and pack up your boxes… The next Flea & Craft Market is Saturday, May 14th at the San Juan County Fairgrounds. This is a great opportunity to do some satisfying spring cleaning, empty out your garage, and sell those crafts you’ve making all winter. Of course… don’t forget to save a box Continue Reading
Views of the Samish
Written on March 29, 2016 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Update photographer Aaron Shepard has a new post on his photo blog, An Islander’s Eye. In honor of the M/V Samish’s return to service, Aaron has posted a series of shots of our newest ferry – including several from its maiden voyage into Friday Harbor last June, water cannons and all. Ever wonder how the Continue Reading
Drive-Ins at the Fairgrounds Return May 13th
Written on March 29, 2016 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Fairgrounds will kick off the Drive-In movie season with JAWS, Friday, May 13th at 8:45pm. There will be six exciting movies this season, be sure to check out the full line-up, movie/parking start times, and more online on the Fairgrounds website. For up to date alerts, be sure to Like the Fairgrounds on Facebook!
FH Grange Talent Show and Open House
Written on March 29, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Grange #225 is hosting a Talent Show at the Middle School Commons on April 6th. Are you a singer, dancer, musician, magician, juggler or…? Whatever your talent, you are invited to enter the Competition and Open House. Open Competition for ages 13 to adult Win cash prizes donated by Community Treasures: 1st place – $250 + Continue Reading
Free Business Workshop
Written on March 29, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers FREE business workshop on pricing products & services The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE workshop on pricing of products & services for small business owners and entrepreneurs on Orcas Island, on Tuesday, April 5th from 1-3pm. Advance registration is required. Pricing products & services is a critical element Continue Reading
Garden Club Hosted Excursion
Written on March 29, 2016 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Spring Container Demonstration with Sandy Milam The San Juan Island Garden Club will host an excursion to Sunnyside Nursery where we will learn new and innovative ways to fill your outdoor containers to provide color and interest all season. The demonstration is sponsored by the Evergreen Arboretum and Garden. Sandy Milam, award winning container Designer, Continue Reading
Local Business Mentioned in National Magazine
Written on March 28, 2016 at 10:05 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the March/April edition of Pilates Style magazine, there is an article on the benefits of indoor rowing machines, and how they can enhance a comprehensive workout program. Among other exercise studios across the country, the article mentions Friday Harbor’s The Studio SJI and its co-owners, Jacquelyn Reiff and Jennifer Horn. The timing is pretty good Continue Reading
Hanging Basket Class
Written on March 28, 2016 at 8:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Participants in this class will assemble a 12” hanging container with growing medium, choice starter plants for sun or shade exposure and plenty of free advice. Bring your own gloves, tools, beverage and snack. Though a container and plants are provided you may choose to bring a favorite hanging container and/or salvaged plants from last Continue Reading
Fragile Waters exhibition at SJIMA
Written on March 28, 2016 at 8:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
In Celebration of EARTH DAY & the Marine Environment The San Juan Islands Museum of Art celebrates the marine environment on Earth Day weekend with the opening of FRAGILE WATERS, its Spring / Summer exhibition. FRAGILE WATERS is a powerful aesthetic and environmental statement, blending inspiring black-and-white photography by three renowned photographers and lifelong environmentalists: Ansel Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on March 28, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
My name is Jo-Jo and I’m what you might call a “Diamond in the Ruff”. I get over-looked a lot at the animal shelter because I have a hard time meeting people. I’m a little shy because people haven’t always treated me very well. I’ll let you in on a secret… I’m actually a really Continue Reading
Overflowing Crowds Turn Out For the Democratic Caucus
Written on March 26, 2016 at 3:49 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
Dateline: Friday Harbor – Roving SJ Update Reporter Peggy Sue McRae reports on today’s Democratic caucus… Saturday morning San Juan Island Democrats showed up at the High School for the Democratic Caucus. The crowd easily overwhelmed the common room and had to move into the gym. Organizers did a fantastic job of managing the crowd and making Continue Reading