Topic: Around Here

Support For February 9 School Levy

Written on January 17, 2016 at 5:25 am, by

We hear from Travis and Jennifer Ayers… We encourage all eligible voters to join us and vote YES for our children, schools and community in the upcoming election on February 9th. The renewal of the Capital and Technology levy will help ensure that our students continue to receive a first-rate education in Friday Harbor. Island  Continue Reading

Susan Matthews Retires From San Juan Island Community Foundation

Written on January 16, 2016 at 5:32 am, by

A Message From Susan Matthews… I am two weeks into retirement already and am finally getting around to writing the love letter that I meant to compose before leaving the employ of the Community Foundation. Nine years ago a recruitment committee composed of Charles Anderson, Carla Wright, Krista Mattox, and Wendy Wood did me the  Continue Reading

Resident Reservations: Time to Reserve Your Camping Spot

Written on January 16, 2016 at 5:31 am, by

SJ County Parks & Fairgrounds is once again offering early camping reservations at any of our County campgrounds for people who reside in our county year ’round. Between Thursday, January 21st, 2016 and Friday, February 26th, 2016, residents of San Juan County can reserve individual campsites for any dates during the season (that’s right—no waiting  Continue Reading

SJI Food Co-op Newsletter Offers Rare Treats

Written on January 16, 2016 at 5:30 am, by

If you are not on the San Juan Island Food Co-Op Newsletter emailing list, I encourage you to sign up. Not only will it tell you what is fresh and available in the Co-Op store, (there is always something new) but this gem of a newsletter features short informative articles like, Eat Weeds, “Always local, always fresh, always  Continue Reading

Third Saturday Contra Dance at the Grange

Written on January 15, 2016 at 5:35 am, by

All are welcome at the Third Saturday Contra Dance this Saturday, January 16, at the San Juan Island Grange Hall. No partners are needed and all dances will be taught. Marlin Prowell will be calling, Brigget LeClaire playing fiddle and piano, and Steve Blum-Anderson playing fiddle. A $10 donation is appreciated. “Let’s Dance!” David Bowie

Evergreen State Officially Decommissioned

Written on January 15, 2016 at 5:23 am, by

As a kid I remember waiting for the Evergreen State to go by so we could “surf” in its great big wake.  We hear from WSDOT that Washington State’s oldest ferry has been officially decommissioned… SEATTLE – Built in 1954 when “Mr. Sandman” topped AM radio pop charts, the Evergreen State is now set to sail into history and  Continue Reading

Lasagna and Wine Tasting Tonight at the Mullis Center

Written on January 14, 2016 at 5:31 am, by

From the Mullis Community Senior Center… The event, “Best Wines With Lasagna” will be held tonight, January 14 from 4:30 to 7:00 pm at the Mullis Senior Center. Choose your favorite lasagna and taste wines that fit the dish. Contestants for the lasagna cook-off have been drawn in advance. Taste the lasagna in a blind  Continue Reading

Seen on the Road to Mt Grant

Written on January 14, 2016 at 5:31 am, by

The Beauty of Dared Expression

Written on January 14, 2016 at 5:28 am, by

From the San Juan Community Theatre… Part lecture (thinkTEdTalk), part demonstration with audience participation (only those who dare), part concert (think intimate cabaret)—this unique event showcases the majesty and mystery of the human voice. Colorado actor, singer, writer and teacher Ethie Friend and pianist/composer Gary Grundei’s concert includes songs from all genres of music, from  Continue Reading

Men at Work Department

Written on January 13, 2016 at 8:41 am, by

Night Ferry

Written on January 13, 2016 at 5:30 am, by

Martha Silano Poetry Reading and Workshop

Written on January 13, 2016 at 5:30 am, by

We hear from the library… Seattle poet Martha Silano, author of four books of poetry and The Daily Poet: Day-by-Day Prompts for Your Writing Practice, will share new poems from her most recent collection, Reckless Lovely. Audience members will also be invited to participate in a poetry writing exercise. At San Juan Island Library on  Continue Reading

Former Students Weigh in on February 9 School Levy

Written on January 13, 2016 at 5:29 am, by

Pablo Lopez, FHHS Class of 2009, and Hannah Snow, FHHS Class of 2010, share their thoughts on the upcoming Capital Projects and Technology Levy… As graduates of San Juan Island public schools and recent college graduates, we’d like to ask you to vote ‘YES’ for the renewal of the school district Capital Projects and Technology  Continue Reading

Calling all Class of 2033 Graduates!

Written on January 12, 2016 at 5:35 am, by

On Saturday, February 6th at 12 pm there will be Photo Event for all the babies in town who will graduate in the year 2033. Qualifying babies were born between 8/31/14-8/30/15. The event will be held at the FH Presbyterian Church. Please pre-register to get the details and to help the event run smoothly. Contact  Continue Reading

Which Pod does this one belong to?

Written on January 12, 2016 at 5:32 am, by

From the Update Mailbag

Written on January 12, 2016 at 5:30 am, by

We hear from Jandira McCarthy…  I am looking to relocate my 88 year old Mom and her small poodle from Kentucky to San Juan Island and need to find a cozy, one story, unfurnished 1-2 bedroom long-term rental home/or apartment (in town or close to town) for her as quickly as possible in order to  Continue Reading