Topic: Around Here
Pet of the Week
Written on January 22, 2016 at 5:32 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
It’s the darndest thing. I’m strikingly handsome, I’m friendly, good-natured, affectionate… and I don’t snore. I’ve got a very fancy pedigree – I am a Russian Blue/British Short Hair mix. Can someone explain to me why I’ve been here at the animal shelter for over six months? I’ve watched cats much less attractive than me Continue Reading
Remembering Patricia (Pat) Jean Fairweather 1920 – 2016
Written on January 22, 2016 at 5:31 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
From the family of Pat Fairweather… Patricia “Pat” Fairweather, 95, of Friday Harbor, Washington passed away on January 6, 2016. She was born in Portland, OR November 14, 1920 to Edward and Leona (Upchurch) Jones. At the age of 6 months the family returned to Seattle. Pat was raised in the Woodland Park area and Continue Reading
San Juan County Real Estate Roundup
Written on January 22, 2016 at 5:15 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
We hear from Merri Ann Simonson at Coldwell Banker… In reviewing the year-end results, the sales dollar volume for the real estate market in San Juan County per the Chicago Title data report was $256,620,333, which reflects an increase in volume of 12.5% over 2014 when the volume was $228,363,943. The percentage of growth this Continue Reading
China’s Dissident Artist Ai Weiwei at SJIMA
Written on January 21, 2016 at 5:35 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
From the San Juan Islands Museum of Art… The San Juan Islands Museum of Art presents an exhibition of work by Ai Weiwei, one of the most influential artists and most closely followed dissident political voices in the world. Ai Weiwei: Fault Line presents three pieces from his ongoing investigation into the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake, a magnitude Continue Reading
Time to Reserve a Spot For Next Month’s Garden Club Excursion
Written on January 21, 2016 at 5:25 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
A reminder from the SJI Garden Club… It is just a month away!!! Unlike some of the SJI Garden Club excursions this time there are a few decisions to be made. What seminar’s to enjoy? So many seminar’s such a short time. Have you considered what plants to have in the outdoor sitting area to enjoy especially Continue Reading
Orca Baby Boom Continues! Welcome J-55
Written on January 20, 2016 at 5:40 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Good News! Another Orca calf for J-Pod has been confirmed. With 9 new calves in just over a year the Southern Resident Killer Whale population is now back up to 85. “We’re excited to announce that NOAA Fisheries killer whale researchers documented a new calf during a research survey with J pod yesterday, January 18, 2016, in Puget Sound. Using photos Continue Reading
New Innkeepers at Friday Harbor House
Written on January 20, 2016 at 5:30 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Friday Harbor House introduces new staff… Friday Harbor House is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Felso and Meaghan McCormick as co-innkeepers. The pair brings a blend of dining and hospitality experience, as well as a local connection, to the property’s helm. For McCormick, a San Juan Island native, the appointment represents a return Continue Reading
Softball Clinic on Sunday
Written on January 20, 2016 at 5:30 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Amy Suiter, Head Coach for Western Washington University, and her husband Dustin Suiter, Assistant Coach, will offer a hitting and pitching clinic this coming Sunday, January 24th from 2:30-5:00 p.m. in the Main Building at the Fairgrounds. Pre-registration is required. There are 3, 45-minute clinics, so sign up for your slot now! $35 a clinic Continue Reading
FHHS Drama Group Presents: The Never Ending Story
Written on January 19, 2016 at 5:30 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
The Never Ending Story opens on Thursday at San Juan Community Theatre showing Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:30 pm and on Sunday at 2:00 pm… The power of books comes alive in the latest presentation from the Friday Harbor High School Drama Group. The Neverending Story tells the story of young and lonely Bastion who Continue Reading
Get Your Fish Tacos On… This Friday!
Written on January 19, 2016 at 12:02 am, by Ted Strutz
Matt Marinkovich is back with his Taco Crew to serve up tasty Rockfish Tacos (actually, they are more like burritos). This Friday run, don’t walk, to Ace Hardware and get your Taco on to help a worthy cause. Fish for Teeth is starting its fifth year of turning premium Alaskan rockfish into healthy teeth for Continue Reading
CenturyLink Upgrade to Disrupt Internet Service
Written on January 18, 2016 at 2:00 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
A message from Century link… On January 19, 20, 21, at 12:01 a.m. each day, CenturyLink will upgrade switches serving the San Juan Islands. During the upgrade, Internet service will not be accessible for approximately 30 minutes. All phone services, including 911, will remain available in a reduced capacity. We apologize for this inconvenience.
Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Written on January 18, 2016 at 5:40 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the civil rights leader and Baptist minister sometimes called the conscience of our nation. Dr. King devoted his life to the causes of peace and justice. His voice remains as relevant today as it ever was. To take a closer look at Dr. King I recommend, National Geographic Continue Reading
Looking for Something to do Tonight?
Written on January 18, 2016 at 5:30 am, by Ted Strutz
The Wolverines host the Chargers from Shoreline Christian High in the Friday Harbor High School gyms.
Ted Leche Turns 90
Written on January 17, 2016 at 5:31 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
An invitation from the Leche family… Ted Leche is celebrating his 90th birthday with a party on Saturday, January 23, at Saint David’s Church. The pie and coffee reception is from 1-3 pm. The church is on the corner of Park and Marguerite. All the Leche children be here celebrating with their father. Please join us Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on January 22, 2016 at 5:32 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
It’s the darndest thing. I’m strikingly handsome, I’m friendly, good-natured, affectionate… and I don’t snore. I’ve got a very fancy pedigree – I am a Russian Blue/British Short Hair mix. Can someone explain to me why I’ve been here at the animal shelter for over six months? I’ve watched cats much less attractive than me Continue Reading
Remembering Patricia (Pat) Jean Fairweather 1920 – 2016
Written on January 22, 2016 at 5:31 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
From the family of Pat Fairweather… Patricia “Pat” Fairweather, 95, of Friday Harbor, Washington passed away on January 6, 2016. She was born in Portland, OR November 14, 1920 to Edward and Leona (Upchurch) Jones. At the age of 6 months the family returned to Seattle. Pat was raised in the Woodland Park area and Continue Reading
San Juan County Real Estate Roundup
Written on January 22, 2016 at 5:15 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
We hear from Merri Ann Simonson at Coldwell Banker… In reviewing the year-end results, the sales dollar volume for the real estate market in San Juan County per the Chicago Title data report was $256,620,333, which reflects an increase in volume of 12.5% over 2014 when the volume was $228,363,943. The percentage of growth this Continue Reading
China’s Dissident Artist Ai Weiwei at SJIMA
Written on January 21, 2016 at 5:35 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
From the San Juan Islands Museum of Art… The San Juan Islands Museum of Art presents an exhibition of work by Ai Weiwei, one of the most influential artists and most closely followed dissident political voices in the world. Ai Weiwei: Fault Line presents three pieces from his ongoing investigation into the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake, a magnitude Continue Reading
Time to Reserve a Spot For Next Month’s Garden Club Excursion
Written on January 21, 2016 at 5:25 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
A reminder from the SJI Garden Club… It is just a month away!!! Unlike some of the SJI Garden Club excursions this time there are a few decisions to be made. What seminar’s to enjoy? So many seminar’s such a short time. Have you considered what plants to have in the outdoor sitting area to enjoy especially Continue Reading
Orca Baby Boom Continues! Welcome J-55
Written on January 20, 2016 at 5:40 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Good News! Another Orca calf for J-Pod has been confirmed. With 9 new calves in just over a year the Southern Resident Killer Whale population is now back up to 85. “We’re excited to announce that NOAA Fisheries killer whale researchers documented a new calf during a research survey with J pod yesterday, January 18, 2016, in Puget Sound. Using photos Continue Reading
New Innkeepers at Friday Harbor House
Written on January 20, 2016 at 5:30 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Friday Harbor House introduces new staff… Friday Harbor House is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Felso and Meaghan McCormick as co-innkeepers. The pair brings a blend of dining and hospitality experience, as well as a local connection, to the property’s helm. For McCormick, a San Juan Island native, the appointment represents a return Continue Reading
Softball Clinic on Sunday
Written on January 20, 2016 at 5:30 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Amy Suiter, Head Coach for Western Washington University, and her husband Dustin Suiter, Assistant Coach, will offer a hitting and pitching clinic this coming Sunday, January 24th from 2:30-5:00 p.m. in the Main Building at the Fairgrounds. Pre-registration is required. There are 3, 45-minute clinics, so sign up for your slot now! $35 a clinic Continue Reading
FHHS Drama Group Presents: The Never Ending Story
Written on January 19, 2016 at 5:30 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
The Never Ending Story opens on Thursday at San Juan Community Theatre showing Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:30 pm and on Sunday at 2:00 pm… The power of books comes alive in the latest presentation from the Friday Harbor High School Drama Group. The Neverending Story tells the story of young and lonely Bastion who Continue Reading
Get Your Fish Tacos On… This Friday!
Written on January 19, 2016 at 12:02 am, by Ted Strutz
Matt Marinkovich is back with his Taco Crew to serve up tasty Rockfish Tacos (actually, they are more like burritos). This Friday run, don’t walk, to Ace Hardware and get your Taco on to help a worthy cause. Fish for Teeth is starting its fifth year of turning premium Alaskan rockfish into healthy teeth for Continue Reading
CenturyLink Upgrade to Disrupt Internet Service
Written on January 18, 2016 at 2:00 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
A message from Century link… On January 19, 20, 21, at 12:01 a.m. each day, CenturyLink will upgrade switches serving the San Juan Islands. During the upgrade, Internet service will not be accessible for approximately 30 minutes. All phone services, including 911, will remain available in a reduced capacity. We apologize for this inconvenience.
Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Written on January 18, 2016 at 5:40 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the civil rights leader and Baptist minister sometimes called the conscience of our nation. Dr. King devoted his life to the causes of peace and justice. His voice remains as relevant today as it ever was. To take a closer look at Dr. King I recommend, National Geographic Continue Reading
Looking for Something to do Tonight?
Written on January 18, 2016 at 5:30 am, by Ted Strutz
The Wolverines host the Chargers from Shoreline Christian High in the Friday Harbor High School gyms.
Ted Leche Turns 90
Written on January 17, 2016 at 5:31 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
An invitation from the Leche family… Ted Leche is celebrating his 90th birthday with a party on Saturday, January 23, at Saint David’s Church. The pie and coffee reception is from 1-3 pm. The church is on the corner of Park and Marguerite. All the Leche children be here celebrating with their father. Please join us Continue Reading
