Topic: Around Here
HS Football Game Changes
Written on October 29, 2015 at 10:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
FHHS Athletic Director Rod Turnbull has this announcement… By mutual agreement between Bellingham and Friday Harbor, our football game at Bellingham on Nov 5th has been cancelled. Both schools felt that this game would not benefit either school. As a result, we have secured a new opponent, Sedro Woolley’s JV team, to play at Friday Harbor Continue Reading
Otello in HD and Auditions for Winter Play
Written on October 29, 2015 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Couple of things coming up at SJCT… First up, it’s Otello in HD November 1 Inspired by Shakespeare’s play, Otello is often cited as Italian opera’s greatest tragedy—a miraculous union of music and drama, a masterpiece as profound philosophically as it is thrilling theatrically. The Met: Live in HD’s newest production of the opera will Continue Reading
Fiesta Dinner Tomorrow
Written on October 29, 2015 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join us for a handmade tamales & enchiladas fiesta dinner benefitting DVSAS. It’s at the Presbyterian Church, this Friday from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Adults $20 Kids $10. Beautiful harvest basket raffle! (see photo) Call 378-8680 for more info.
Island Rec – Skate and Scooter Swap Meet
Written on October 29, 2015 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
November has come and it’s time to pull your skates from the closet. Island Rec will have a booth at the FANS Carnival where you can bring your skates or scooter for a swap meet. Sell, trade or GIVE your skates to the next kid in line. November 14th, from 11:00 am til 2:00 pm, Continue Reading
Local Harvest Community Dinner
Written on October 28, 2015 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mark your calendars now for this community dinner next week… Wednesday, November 4th from 5:30 to 7:30 pm in the Friday Harbor High School Commons, it’s the Food For Thought program from the high school, which includes delicious local foods this month. Suggested Donation of $12 for Adults and $6 for kids under 12 Supports the Continue Reading
Call for Volunteers
Written on October 28, 2015 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Ever wanted to be part of a Haunted House? Now is your chance! The Frightmare at the Fairgrounds happens THIS Friday, and we are looking for more Volunteers for this fun event! Décor set-up Themed room interactive Décor breakdown And more! Contact the Fairgrounds with your availability today! Email: info [at] sjcfair [dot] org Event: Friday, Continue Reading
How to Fund a Program for Young Adults with Autism
Written on October 28, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Margie Doyle shares this update with you on the Concerto Project… ORCAS ISLAND, WASHINGTON — “This is a bold project,” says Marian O’Brien, Executive Director of The Concerto Project “and we are prepared to meet the challenges head-on.” The Orcas Island nonprofit has spent two years laying the groundwork for this innovative two-year transition program Continue Reading
Gallery Walk with Joe Miller in Unlike Earth
Written on October 28, 2015 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan artist, Joe Miller will give a gallery walk around his striking colorfold watercolors at IMA on October 30, at 11:30 a.m. Join Miller on a personal walk through his IMA exhibit, “UNLIKE EARTH” a debut presentation of his stunning colorfold paintings. Listen as Joe describes his inspiration, techniques and reflections of 40+ years Continue Reading
Business Planning & Financing Workshop
Written on October 28, 2015 at 5:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers FREE workshop on business planning and financing The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE half-day workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on Orcas Island, on Wednesday, November 18th from 9 a.m. until noon. Advance registration is required. The business and financing workshop course material will be presented by James Continue Reading
PeaceHealth, Providence to Collaborate on Services
Written on October 27, 2015 at 3:18 pm, by Tim Dustrude
A press release for you from PeaceHealth and Providence about some of the stuff they’re up to lately… Letter of intent opens way to jointly improving wellness, wholeness VANCOUVER, Wash. – PeaceHealth and Providence Health & Services, two health systems with a long history of committed service to the Pacific Northwest, signed a letter of intent Continue Reading
Moving Parts – Healthy Hearts
Written on October 27, 2015 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Stephanie Prima has recently been certified to teach Infinite Body Joyful Joints™. Working with the Infinite Body™ instructors at Friday Harbor Holistic Health for over 5 years, Stephanie found it made such a difference in her mental and physical well-being, she wanted to help others experience the benefit from the simple, gentle Infinite Body™ movement Continue Reading
Opalco Approved For Infrastructure Project Loan From USDA
Written on October 27, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
OPALCO is among the 77 electric utilities recently approved for USDA Rural Utility Services (RUS) loans. OPALCO is approved for a loan of $17.1M to move forward with the submarine cable replacement for the Lopez to San Juan link, as forecast in our long-range and construction work plans. The loan amount also includes other transmission Continue Reading
Death and the Maiden
Written on October 27, 2015 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Deb Langhans invites you to experience reader’s theater this week… Greetings, Friends. At Director Eric Concord’s request, I’m cordially inviting you to the next San Juan Community Theatre’s “On Book” Readers Theatre offering this week: “Death and the Maiden.” This play by Ariel Dorfman is a provocative, sometimes shocking, award-winning adult subject drama… set in a Continue Reading
Wolverine Fall Playoff Update
Written on October 27, 2015 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a playoff update from Rod Turnbull, Athletic Director at FHHS… Well it is rapidly approaching that time of the fall season again….. Playoffs are almost here. Below is information on the playoff opportunities for each sport. While the avenue and the structure of each post season opportunity varies depending upon the sport, during the Continue Reading
Al-Anon Meetings Available
Written on October 27, 2015 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Al-Anon meetings are available morning, noon and night. In the U.S. and Canada, there are more than 18 million people with a drinking problem, and only 10 percent of them will ever get help. But according to some estimates, every individual with a drinking problem disrupts the lives of at least four other Continue Reading
Another New Baby in J-Pod!
Written on October 26, 2015 at 1:00 am, by Tim Dustrude
Great news from the Center for Whale Research! A new calf was documented [on Saturday] in J pod! The calf, designated J53, was seen traveling with J17. This is the third calf in J pod this year! More information will be coming soon. Photo was taken by Dave Ellifrit under NMFS Permit #15569 and/or DFO license Continue Reading
HS Football Game Changes
Written on October 29, 2015 at 10:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
FHHS Athletic Director Rod Turnbull has this announcement… By mutual agreement between Bellingham and Friday Harbor, our football game at Bellingham on Nov 5th has been cancelled. Both schools felt that this game would not benefit either school. As a result, we have secured a new opponent, Sedro Woolley’s JV team, to play at Friday Harbor Continue Reading
Otello in HD and Auditions for Winter Play
Written on October 29, 2015 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Couple of things coming up at SJCT… First up, it’s Otello in HD November 1 Inspired by Shakespeare’s play, Otello is often cited as Italian opera’s greatest tragedy—a miraculous union of music and drama, a masterpiece as profound philosophically as it is thrilling theatrically. The Met: Live in HD’s newest production of the opera will Continue Reading
Fiesta Dinner Tomorrow
Written on October 29, 2015 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join us for a handmade tamales & enchiladas fiesta dinner benefitting DVSAS. It’s at the Presbyterian Church, this Friday from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Adults $20 Kids $10. Beautiful harvest basket raffle! (see photo) Call 378-8680 for more info.
Island Rec – Skate and Scooter Swap Meet
Written on October 29, 2015 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
November has come and it’s time to pull your skates from the closet. Island Rec will have a booth at the FANS Carnival where you can bring your skates or scooter for a swap meet. Sell, trade or GIVE your skates to the next kid in line. November 14th, from 11:00 am til 2:00 pm, Continue Reading
Local Harvest Community Dinner
Written on October 28, 2015 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mark your calendars now for this community dinner next week… Wednesday, November 4th from 5:30 to 7:30 pm in the Friday Harbor High School Commons, it’s the Food For Thought program from the high school, which includes delicious local foods this month. Suggested Donation of $12 for Adults and $6 for kids under 12 Supports the Continue Reading
Call for Volunteers
Written on October 28, 2015 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Ever wanted to be part of a Haunted House? Now is your chance! The Frightmare at the Fairgrounds happens THIS Friday, and we are looking for more Volunteers for this fun event! Décor set-up Themed room interactive Décor breakdown And more! Contact the Fairgrounds with your availability today! Email: info [at] sjcfair [dot] org Event: Friday, Continue Reading
How to Fund a Program for Young Adults with Autism
Written on October 28, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Margie Doyle shares this update with you on the Concerto Project… ORCAS ISLAND, WASHINGTON — “This is a bold project,” says Marian O’Brien, Executive Director of The Concerto Project “and we are prepared to meet the challenges head-on.” The Orcas Island nonprofit has spent two years laying the groundwork for this innovative two-year transition program Continue Reading
Gallery Walk with Joe Miller in Unlike Earth
Written on October 28, 2015 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan artist, Joe Miller will give a gallery walk around his striking colorfold watercolors at IMA on October 30, at 11:30 a.m. Join Miller on a personal walk through his IMA exhibit, “UNLIKE EARTH” a debut presentation of his stunning colorfold paintings. Listen as Joe describes his inspiration, techniques and reflections of 40+ years Continue Reading
Business Planning & Financing Workshop
Written on October 28, 2015 at 5:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers FREE workshop on business planning and financing The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE half-day workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on Orcas Island, on Wednesday, November 18th from 9 a.m. until noon. Advance registration is required. The business and financing workshop course material will be presented by James Continue Reading
PeaceHealth, Providence to Collaborate on Services
Written on October 27, 2015 at 3:18 pm, by Tim Dustrude
A press release for you from PeaceHealth and Providence about some of the stuff they’re up to lately… Letter of intent opens way to jointly improving wellness, wholeness VANCOUVER, Wash. – PeaceHealth and Providence Health & Services, two health systems with a long history of committed service to the Pacific Northwest, signed a letter of intent Continue Reading
Moving Parts – Healthy Hearts
Written on October 27, 2015 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Stephanie Prima has recently been certified to teach Infinite Body Joyful Joints™. Working with the Infinite Body™ instructors at Friday Harbor Holistic Health for over 5 years, Stephanie found it made such a difference in her mental and physical well-being, she wanted to help others experience the benefit from the simple, gentle Infinite Body™ movement Continue Reading
Opalco Approved For Infrastructure Project Loan From USDA
Written on October 27, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
OPALCO is among the 77 electric utilities recently approved for USDA Rural Utility Services (RUS) loans. OPALCO is approved for a loan of $17.1M to move forward with the submarine cable replacement for the Lopez to San Juan link, as forecast in our long-range and construction work plans. The loan amount also includes other transmission Continue Reading
Death and the Maiden
Written on October 27, 2015 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Deb Langhans invites you to experience reader’s theater this week… Greetings, Friends. At Director Eric Concord’s request, I’m cordially inviting you to the next San Juan Community Theatre’s “On Book” Readers Theatre offering this week: “Death and the Maiden.” This play by Ariel Dorfman is a provocative, sometimes shocking, award-winning adult subject drama… set in a Continue Reading
Wolverine Fall Playoff Update
Written on October 27, 2015 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a playoff update from Rod Turnbull, Athletic Director at FHHS… Well it is rapidly approaching that time of the fall season again….. Playoffs are almost here. Below is information on the playoff opportunities for each sport. While the avenue and the structure of each post season opportunity varies depending upon the sport, during the Continue Reading
Al-Anon Meetings Available
Written on October 27, 2015 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Al-Anon meetings are available morning, noon and night. In the U.S. and Canada, there are more than 18 million people with a drinking problem, and only 10 percent of them will ever get help. But according to some estimates, every individual with a drinking problem disrupts the lives of at least four other Continue Reading
Another New Baby in J-Pod!
Written on October 26, 2015 at 1:00 am, by Tim Dustrude
Great news from the Center for Whale Research! A new calf was documented [on Saturday] in J pod! The calf, designated J53, was seen traveling with J17. This is the third calf in J pod this year! More information will be coming soon. Photo was taken by Dave Ellifrit under NMFS Permit #15569 and/or DFO license Continue Reading