Topic: Around Here
Solstice Celebration to Support the Grange
Written on December 14, 2015 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Grange #966 and 3rd Saturday Contra Dance announce a Solstice Celebration at the Grange Hall on Saturday, December 19th, as a fundraiser for the Grange The band Continental Drift and caller Bob Nicholson, fresh from conducting traditional dances in Seattle, will be donating their talents for the evening. Bob Nicholson has earned Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on December 14, 2015 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Good Morning. Might I interest you in a set of encyclopedias? How about a vacuum cleaner? Perhaps some Girl Scout cookies? What I’d really like to do is find a way into your heart…. My name is Rosie and I’ve just arrived in Friday Harbor after a very long journey, from a life that wasn’t Continue Reading
Dog Transport?
Written on December 14, 2015 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Shelter is looking for someone who can help out by transporting a litter of 9 Chihuaha puppies from the Seattle area next Saturday, December 19 back to Friday Harbor, preferably on the 2:40 ferry. Please contact Jan Murphy at 378-2158 if you plan to be off-island next Saturday and can help.
SJ Singers Take us to Christmas Past and Present
Written on December 12, 2015 at 11:21 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island’s community chorus leads us on a magical, musical journey through time during their annual holiday concert at San Juan Community Theatre on Saturday, December 12 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 13 at 2:00 p.m. From the Baroque world of Vivaldi and Palestrina, to traditional Celtic folk tunes and modern American carols, Continue Reading
Welcome to Friday Harbor
Written on December 11, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Frequent Update contributor Aaron Shepard has launched a photo blog, An islander’s Eye, to offer his photographic views of Friday Harbor and the San Juan Islands — including many of the shots you first see here. Fittingly, the blog’s premier article is “Welcome to Friday Harbor,” a photo essay overview of the town and the Continue Reading
Girl’s Basketball League Registration
Written on December 11, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
It is time to register for Island Rec’s Girl’s Basketball League, open to all girls in grades 3 through 8. The focus of this league is for the development and improvement of individual and team skills. Previous basketball experience is not required. All games are played on San Juan Island on Sunday afternoons in Turnbull Continue Reading
Opening on FH Arts Commission
Written on December 11, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Town accepting applications for open position on Friday Harbor Arts Commission. The Friday Harbor Arts Commission (FHAC) is seeking one new member for a three-year term commencing January 1, 2016. The person filling this unpaid, volunteer position is expected to represent the interests of the Town, community and local artists as they advise the Town Continue Reading
SJI Trails Holiday Party
Written on December 10, 2015 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s the San Juan Island Trails Committee doing a Holiday Party at Cask n Schooner – Upstairs by the fireplace. Everyone is welcome. Come and share tall tales of trails remembered…and a cup of cheer with friends. Thursday, December 17th from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. No host, Drop in. Call Theresa if you have questions… Continue Reading
How to be Me
Written on December 10, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
This will bring you joy, and you’ll laugh really hard. 5th, 6th, an 7th graders present short excerpts from their chapters in Spring Street International School’s forthcoming book, in which they reflect philosophically on youth. December 13th at 6:30 pm at the Presbyterian Church.
Holiday Pop Up Shop
Written on December 10, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Paula West shares this invitation with you… Hi Tim, here is an event that your readers may be interested in: What: Holiday Pop Up Shop When: Saturday, December 12, Noon-6 Who: Wild Roots Linens, Paula West Pottery, enamora Where: Surina Business Park, Suite #501-enamora studio Why: Handmade gifts, snacks and holiday cheer Thank you! Happy Holidays, Continue Reading
Island Stage Left presents: Christmas Memories
Written on December 10, 2015 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Another warm and delightful version of your holiday tradition – island style – in front of a roaring fire. A heart-warming and nostalgic look at Christmas, interwoven with music and based on the writings of Dylan Thomas. At the Roche Harbor Pavilion. December 20 – 23 at 7:00 December 24 at 3:00 and 6:30. Reservations Continue Reading
Yappy Hour
Written on December 9, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join The Animal Protection Society for Yappy Hour at The Rumor Mill! Wednesday, December 16, from 5:00-6:30 pm. Enjoy delicious “Yappetizers” and Libations! Win Raffle Prizes! Support The Animal Shelter! Wear your ugliest holiday sweater and win a prize!
Not So Happy Holidays…?
Written on December 9, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
For some of us, this holiday season is synonymous with joyful anticipation, wonder and magic. For others, this time of year heralds a period of palpable depression, even dread. Why might this be? One possible explanation is unresolved grief. Grief is the normal and natural reaction to significant loss of any kind. It represents the Continue Reading
Block Print Christmas Cards with Alice Hibberd
Written on December 9, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Make your own holiday cards using the simple linoleum relief print making method. Learn the step by step process of creating your own design, carving the soft block and transferring your design onto attractive card paper. Share finished blocks with each other in the class to create a variety of cards. Take your cards home Continue Reading
Evaluators Needed for H.S. Community Projects
Written on December 9, 2015 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
The semester is soon coming to an end and students have been working diligently all semester to complete their projects. On Wednesday January 13th, 2016 (5:30 – 7:00 P.M.), students will be giving presentations demonstrating all that they have accomplished and learned this term. We need community members to come and give valuable feedback to our Continue Reading
Intra-Squad Swim Meet
Written on December 9, 2015 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Fitness is holding an intra-squad meet on Saturday, December 12 from Noon until 2pm. Come watch our swimmers, aged 7-18, race each other and compete for best times. For this meet we will have some relays to up the excitement so stop by and cheer on our local swimmers. Due to the meet, Family Swim Continue Reading
Solstice Celebration to Support the Grange
Written on December 14, 2015 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Grange #966 and 3rd Saturday Contra Dance announce a Solstice Celebration at the Grange Hall on Saturday, December 19th, as a fundraiser for the Grange The band Continental Drift and caller Bob Nicholson, fresh from conducting traditional dances in Seattle, will be donating their talents for the evening. Bob Nicholson has earned Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on December 14, 2015 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Good Morning. Might I interest you in a set of encyclopedias? How about a vacuum cleaner? Perhaps some Girl Scout cookies? What I’d really like to do is find a way into your heart…. My name is Rosie and I’ve just arrived in Friday Harbor after a very long journey, from a life that wasn’t Continue Reading
Dog Transport?
Written on December 14, 2015 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Shelter is looking for someone who can help out by transporting a litter of 9 Chihuaha puppies from the Seattle area next Saturday, December 19 back to Friday Harbor, preferably on the 2:40 ferry. Please contact Jan Murphy at 378-2158 if you plan to be off-island next Saturday and can help.
SJ Singers Take us to Christmas Past and Present
Written on December 12, 2015 at 11:21 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island’s community chorus leads us on a magical, musical journey through time during their annual holiday concert at San Juan Community Theatre on Saturday, December 12 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 13 at 2:00 p.m. From the Baroque world of Vivaldi and Palestrina, to traditional Celtic folk tunes and modern American carols, Continue Reading
Welcome to Friday Harbor
Written on December 11, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Frequent Update contributor Aaron Shepard has launched a photo blog, An islander’s Eye, to offer his photographic views of Friday Harbor and the San Juan Islands — including many of the shots you first see here. Fittingly, the blog’s premier article is “Welcome to Friday Harbor,” a photo essay overview of the town and the Continue Reading
Girl’s Basketball League Registration
Written on December 11, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
It is time to register for Island Rec’s Girl’s Basketball League, open to all girls in grades 3 through 8. The focus of this league is for the development and improvement of individual and team skills. Previous basketball experience is not required. All games are played on San Juan Island on Sunday afternoons in Turnbull Continue Reading
Opening on FH Arts Commission
Written on December 11, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Town accepting applications for open position on Friday Harbor Arts Commission. The Friday Harbor Arts Commission (FHAC) is seeking one new member for a three-year term commencing January 1, 2016. The person filling this unpaid, volunteer position is expected to represent the interests of the Town, community and local artists as they advise the Town Continue Reading
SJI Trails Holiday Party
Written on December 10, 2015 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s the San Juan Island Trails Committee doing a Holiday Party at Cask n Schooner – Upstairs by the fireplace. Everyone is welcome. Come and share tall tales of trails remembered…and a cup of cheer with friends. Thursday, December 17th from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. No host, Drop in. Call Theresa if you have questions… Continue Reading
How to be Me
Written on December 10, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
This will bring you joy, and you’ll laugh really hard. 5th, 6th, an 7th graders present short excerpts from their chapters in Spring Street International School’s forthcoming book, in which they reflect philosophically on youth. December 13th at 6:30 pm at the Presbyterian Church.
Holiday Pop Up Shop
Written on December 10, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Paula West shares this invitation with you… Hi Tim, here is an event that your readers may be interested in: What: Holiday Pop Up Shop When: Saturday, December 12, Noon-6 Who: Wild Roots Linens, Paula West Pottery, enamora Where: Surina Business Park, Suite #501-enamora studio Why: Handmade gifts, snacks and holiday cheer Thank you! Happy Holidays, Continue Reading
Island Stage Left presents: Christmas Memories
Written on December 10, 2015 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Another warm and delightful version of your holiday tradition – island style – in front of a roaring fire. A heart-warming and nostalgic look at Christmas, interwoven with music and based on the writings of Dylan Thomas. At the Roche Harbor Pavilion. December 20 – 23 at 7:00 December 24 at 3:00 and 6:30. Reservations Continue Reading
Yappy Hour
Written on December 9, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join The Animal Protection Society for Yappy Hour at The Rumor Mill! Wednesday, December 16, from 5:00-6:30 pm. Enjoy delicious “Yappetizers” and Libations! Win Raffle Prizes! Support The Animal Shelter! Wear your ugliest holiday sweater and win a prize!
Not So Happy Holidays…?
Written on December 9, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
For some of us, this holiday season is synonymous with joyful anticipation, wonder and magic. For others, this time of year heralds a period of palpable depression, even dread. Why might this be? One possible explanation is unresolved grief. Grief is the normal and natural reaction to significant loss of any kind. It represents the Continue Reading
Block Print Christmas Cards with Alice Hibberd
Written on December 9, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Make your own holiday cards using the simple linoleum relief print making method. Learn the step by step process of creating your own design, carving the soft block and transferring your design onto attractive card paper. Share finished blocks with each other in the class to create a variety of cards. Take your cards home Continue Reading
Evaluators Needed for H.S. Community Projects
Written on December 9, 2015 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
The semester is soon coming to an end and students have been working diligently all semester to complete their projects. On Wednesday January 13th, 2016 (5:30 – 7:00 P.M.), students will be giving presentations demonstrating all that they have accomplished and learned this term. We need community members to come and give valuable feedback to our Continue Reading
Intra-Squad Swim Meet
Written on December 9, 2015 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Fitness is holding an intra-squad meet on Saturday, December 12 from Noon until 2pm. Come watch our swimmers, aged 7-18, race each other and compete for best times. For this meet we will have some relays to up the excitement so stop by and cheer on our local swimmers. Due to the meet, Family Swim Continue Reading