Topic: Around Here
Michael Dailey: Landscape-Inspired Abstractions
Written on October 9, 2015 at 9:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Gathering Of Art Experts To Discuss Premier Artist Michael Dailey-His Skill, Work And Career Enriching the experience of “Michael Dailey: Early Dawn to Late Twilight” at the San Juan Islands Museum of Art, IMA brings a lively conversation about one of the great mystical painters of the Pacific Northwest. The panel discussion, “Michael Dailey: Landscape-Inspired Continue Reading
The Two Musketeers?
Written on October 8, 2015 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Aaron Shepard shares another photo – this time it’s a couple of guys practicing their sword skills in the park.
Meg Strehlou Meiland Recognized
Written on October 8, 2015 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Garden Club recognized Meg Strehlou Meiland at its monthly meeting on October 6 at the Mullis Community Center. Meg was awarded the Best In Show ribbon (Youth Division) at the 2015 San Juan County Fair. Fiona Norris, a Floral Hall Fair Superintendent, presented the award to Meg in the presence of Continue Reading
Phone-A-Thon
Written on October 8, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Save the Date! The San Juan Public Schools Foundation will hold its annual Phone-A-Thon on Monday October 12th, and Tuesday October 13th, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. During this time, volunteer students, parents, faculty and members of the community will be calling to ask for your support. The Foundation is a group of volunteer parents, Continue Reading
Nancy Spaulding Show at SJCT
Written on October 8, 2015 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Nancy Spaulding is showing new and favorite paintings at the San Juan Community Theater during the month of October. Nancy has worked as an artist on San Juan Island since 1978 when she and her husband Lewis moved here and built their home and studio. For over twenty five years they both created serigraphs and Continue Reading
Safety Fair & Open House
Written on October 8, 2015 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s an invitation from Sheila Harley, Public Information Officer of SJI Fire/Rescue… Every year the combined Emergency Services Agencies hold a “Safety Fair” in October so that the public can come and see something of what their tax dollars are being designated for. All the Agencies present at the Fair are working for you all year long. You Continue Reading
Dear Editor:
Written on October 8, 2015 at 5:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
Help Overturn Citizens United: Get Big Money Out of Politics By David Turnoy Billions of dollars in campaign donations are destroying our democracy. Donald Trump proudly admits donating to both major parties so that when he wants a favor, all he has to do is pick up the phone. The Citizens United Supreme Court decision of Continue Reading
Who Walks Here Still?
Written on October 7, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s time once again for the monthly History Column from the San Juan Historical Society… “Whenever I take up a newspaper, I seem to see ghosts gliding between the lines.” Henrik Ibsen, Ghosts What does local history have to do with ghosts? Plenty. October’s scary tales can have historical roots, evoking our curiosity about those who Continue Reading
Thanks from DVSAS
Written on October 7, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
DVSAS Would Like to Send Out a Very Special Thank You Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services held it’s annual “Beautiful You” Fashion Show on October 4, at Brickworks. We had a very successful event and would like to thank all those amazing people who helped to make it happen. The Shop Owners, because what Continue Reading
Soroptimists Supporting Cancer Patients
Written on October 7, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Soroptimists International of Friday Harbor Spent $16,500 Supporting Cancer Patients Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor’s (SIFRI) Cancer Transportation Fund has provided over $16,500 for ferry tickets for cancer patients and their caregivers in the recently completed 2014-2015 fiscal year. In recent years, the fund has often received designated gifts from foundations that covered the annual Continue Reading
Community Dinner Tonight
Written on October 7, 2015 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s almost time for the first Community Dinner of the Year! The Dinner is from 5:30 -7:30 in the High School Commons. Suggested Donations are $12 for Adults and $6 for kids under 12 years old. The menu is awesome! Roasted Pork Loin with Herbed Crust Apple, Leek and Parmesan Stuffing Sweet Potato and Yam Mash Roasted Continue Reading
The Glass Menagerie
Written on October 6, 2015 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Yockers Brings American Classic to SJCT Stage Some 71 years after premiering in Chicago and moving on to winning the New York Drama Critics Circle Award in 1945, Tennessee Williams’ classic, The Glass Menagerie, premieres on San Juan Community Theatre’s Whittier stage Friday, October 9 at 7:30 p.m. Considered Williams’ first successful play, it is also Continue Reading
Election Forum Tonight
Written on October 6, 2015 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The first of these forums is tonight at 7:00 pm at the Grange. Here’s a quick reminder… League of Women Voters of the San Juans Sponsors Election Forums Once again, the League of Women Voters of the San Juans will sponsor forums where candidates and speakers on ballot issues will address the public, and take Continue Reading
Pets of the Week
Written on October 6, 2015 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hi there! We’re the Manning brothers. Peyton and Eli. We’re probably the nicest dogs you’ll ever meet. We’re about 7 years old and although we’re brothers we think it would be best if we went our separate ways now… If you’re looking for a pal to go hiking with or to help you out on Continue Reading
Thrill the World
Written on October 5, 2015 at 12:12 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Did you ever want to dress up as a zombie and dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller”? Thrill the World is a worldwide celebration of dance and community inspired by Michael Jackson, and this year you can join the fun in Friday Harbor! Join with thousands of people around the world to dance simultaneously to this Continue Reading
Twist and Shout 4 Health
Written on October 4, 2015 at 11:18 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Well better late than never… because of yours truly this video wasn’t put together until just this past weekend, but on the bright side – now that this year’s county fair is as far in the past as it is, this might bring up good warm, fuzzy memories of fair time. This is the Flash Mob Continue Reading
Michael Dailey: Landscape-Inspired Abstractions
Written on October 9, 2015 at 9:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Gathering Of Art Experts To Discuss Premier Artist Michael Dailey-His Skill, Work And Career Enriching the experience of “Michael Dailey: Early Dawn to Late Twilight” at the San Juan Islands Museum of Art, IMA brings a lively conversation about one of the great mystical painters of the Pacific Northwest. The panel discussion, “Michael Dailey: Landscape-Inspired Continue Reading
The Two Musketeers?
Written on October 8, 2015 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Aaron Shepard shares another photo – this time it’s a couple of guys practicing their sword skills in the park.
Meg Strehlou Meiland Recognized
Written on October 8, 2015 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Garden Club recognized Meg Strehlou Meiland at its monthly meeting on October 6 at the Mullis Community Center. Meg was awarded the Best In Show ribbon (Youth Division) at the 2015 San Juan County Fair. Fiona Norris, a Floral Hall Fair Superintendent, presented the award to Meg in the presence of Continue Reading
Phone-A-Thon
Written on October 8, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Save the Date! The San Juan Public Schools Foundation will hold its annual Phone-A-Thon on Monday October 12th, and Tuesday October 13th, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. During this time, volunteer students, parents, faculty and members of the community will be calling to ask for your support. The Foundation is a group of volunteer parents, Continue Reading
Nancy Spaulding Show at SJCT
Written on October 8, 2015 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Nancy Spaulding is showing new and favorite paintings at the San Juan Community Theater during the month of October. Nancy has worked as an artist on San Juan Island since 1978 when she and her husband Lewis moved here and built their home and studio. For over twenty five years they both created serigraphs and Continue Reading
Safety Fair & Open House
Written on October 8, 2015 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s an invitation from Sheila Harley, Public Information Officer of SJI Fire/Rescue… Every year the combined Emergency Services Agencies hold a “Safety Fair” in October so that the public can come and see something of what their tax dollars are being designated for. All the Agencies present at the Fair are working for you all year long. You Continue Reading
Dear Editor:
Written on October 8, 2015 at 5:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
Help Overturn Citizens United: Get Big Money Out of Politics By David Turnoy Billions of dollars in campaign donations are destroying our democracy. Donald Trump proudly admits donating to both major parties so that when he wants a favor, all he has to do is pick up the phone. The Citizens United Supreme Court decision of Continue Reading
Who Walks Here Still?
Written on October 7, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s time once again for the monthly History Column from the San Juan Historical Society… “Whenever I take up a newspaper, I seem to see ghosts gliding between the lines.” Henrik Ibsen, Ghosts What does local history have to do with ghosts? Plenty. October’s scary tales can have historical roots, evoking our curiosity about those who Continue Reading
Thanks from DVSAS
Written on October 7, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
DVSAS Would Like to Send Out a Very Special Thank You Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services held it’s annual “Beautiful You” Fashion Show on October 4, at Brickworks. We had a very successful event and would like to thank all those amazing people who helped to make it happen. The Shop Owners, because what Continue Reading
Soroptimists Supporting Cancer Patients
Written on October 7, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Soroptimists International of Friday Harbor Spent $16,500 Supporting Cancer Patients Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor’s (SIFRI) Cancer Transportation Fund has provided over $16,500 for ferry tickets for cancer patients and their caregivers in the recently completed 2014-2015 fiscal year. In recent years, the fund has often received designated gifts from foundations that covered the annual Continue Reading
Community Dinner Tonight
Written on October 7, 2015 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s almost time for the first Community Dinner of the Year! The Dinner is from 5:30 -7:30 in the High School Commons. Suggested Donations are $12 for Adults and $6 for kids under 12 years old. The menu is awesome! Roasted Pork Loin with Herbed Crust Apple, Leek and Parmesan Stuffing Sweet Potato and Yam Mash Roasted Continue Reading
The Glass Menagerie
Written on October 6, 2015 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Yockers Brings American Classic to SJCT Stage Some 71 years after premiering in Chicago and moving on to winning the New York Drama Critics Circle Award in 1945, Tennessee Williams’ classic, The Glass Menagerie, premieres on San Juan Community Theatre’s Whittier stage Friday, October 9 at 7:30 p.m. Considered Williams’ first successful play, it is also Continue Reading
Election Forum Tonight
Written on October 6, 2015 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The first of these forums is tonight at 7:00 pm at the Grange. Here’s a quick reminder… League of Women Voters of the San Juans Sponsors Election Forums Once again, the League of Women Voters of the San Juans will sponsor forums where candidates and speakers on ballot issues will address the public, and take Continue Reading
Pets of the Week
Written on October 6, 2015 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hi there! We’re the Manning brothers. Peyton and Eli. We’re probably the nicest dogs you’ll ever meet. We’re about 7 years old and although we’re brothers we think it would be best if we went our separate ways now… If you’re looking for a pal to go hiking with or to help you out on Continue Reading
Thrill the World
Written on October 5, 2015 at 12:12 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Did you ever want to dress up as a zombie and dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller”? Thrill the World is a worldwide celebration of dance and community inspired by Michael Jackson, and this year you can join the fun in Friday Harbor! Join with thousands of people around the world to dance simultaneously to this Continue Reading
Twist and Shout 4 Health
Written on October 4, 2015 at 11:18 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Well better late than never… because of yours truly this video wasn’t put together until just this past weekend, but on the bright side – now that this year’s county fair is as far in the past as it is, this might bring up good warm, fuzzy memories of fair time. This is the Flash Mob Continue Reading