Topic: Around Here
Ribbon-cutting Ceremony for Cattle Point Road Realignment Project Scheduled for October 15
Written on October 4, 2015 at 6:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a press release from the National Park Service… FRIDAY HARBOR, Washington– More than 14 years of planning, one and half years of design and six months of heavy construction will culminate in a ribbon cutting and celebration of the Cattle Point Road Realignment Project scheduled at 11 a.m., Thursday October 15 at the American Continue Reading
EDC to offer workshop on Disaster Preparedness for Business
Written on October 4, 2015 at 6:19 am, by Tim Dustrude
What would happen to your business as a result of a major disaster in the San Juan Islands? Are you, your property and your data prepared? Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for a FREE workshop on Disaster Preparedness for Business, October 28th from 9-11 a.m., videoconferenced at the Lopez and San Juan Island Public Continue Reading
Fall Farm Parade and Chili Cook-Off
Written on October 3, 2015 at 8:29 pm, by Tim Dustrude
It was a beautiful day for the 2015 Fall Farm Parade, and especially after Friday’s rain, it was nice to see blue skies for this fun Fall event. And after the parade everyone met at Brickworks for the Chili Cook-off, to enjoy some good food, good music by the Rocky Bay Boys and visit with Continue Reading
Internet Service now Restored
Written on October 3, 2015 at 9:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
10:40 AM Update – Service has been restored Just got a call from CenturyLink this morning. They are aware of an internet outage in the San Juan Islands and they are working to get things fixed. At the time of the call, there was no ETA for when it would be back online, but they Continue Reading
San Juan Islands Fall Boat Trip
Written on October 3, 2015 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Fall is here and it is time to get out on the water to see returning wintering birds and some hard to see marine birds. Great flocks of wintering ducks, loons, and grebes are arriving, whales are here along with other marine mammals. If you want to meet other birders this is a wonderful opportunity. Continue Reading
Spinning Ball
Written on October 3, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Nathan Clarke spins a ball on his finger while crossing Spring Street on Thursday, and roving Update photographer-on-the-spot Aaron Shepard was there to capture the moment. Thanks for sharing Aaron!
Rock Island VP Mike Greene Steps Down as Start-Up Operations Solidify
Written on October 3, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Rock Island Communications founder Mike Greene, who has most recently been serving as Vice President of Technology, has announced that he will be leaving the company as of October 15. When OPALCO purchased Rock Island in February, Greene stayed on to help with the transition, merging staff and operations to keep the business humming while Continue Reading
Follow San Juan County on Twitter
Written on October 3, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County is formally adding Twitter as a means of communicating with citizens. County Manager Mike Thomas said that the County’s Tweets will include urgent bulletins as well as links to news releases and items of common interest. Twitter users can receive the messages by following @SanJuanCountyWA. San Juan County’s Department of Emergency Management Continue Reading
Tap Happy
Written on October 3, 2015 at 5:21 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bill Ament wants you to know about this tap dancing class that starts next Monday… Dance Happy presents Beginning Tap Dancing with Bill Ament. For your dream of being Fred & Ginger! No experience necessary. Fabulous & Fun class. Mondays 1:15-2:15pm, starts October 5. Register by calling 378-9628.
A Quick SJI Survey
Written on October 2, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Rainah Sandstrom would like to know your thoughts on 2 marine environment questions. Here she is with the skinny… Hello! I am a project coordinator for Kwiaht, the marine health observatory that encourages and focuses the growth of community scientists. Kwiaht is a non-profit organization that does work on all the islands. I am looking Continue Reading
Fish Tacos for Lunch Today
Written on October 2, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Today is the day! The Fish for Teeth Taco Team is setting up shop at the San Juan Island Community Theater, from 11-2. The “tacos,” which are actually burritos, are stuffed with wild Alaskan rockfish (harvested from healthy stocks), fresh salsa from Pablito’s Taqueria, and other wholesome ingredients. The tacos are a $7.00 suggested donation Continue Reading
Lions EYEland Fest
Written on October 2, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Lions Club will be presenting a FREE community party, LIONS EYELAND FEST, on October 17th from 6:00 to 11:00 pm. Here are some hEYElights of the event: 2 bands: The Argyle Street Jazz Band and the J-Bots Auction and any donations are for eye health for the underserved and uninsured population the Continue Reading
SJI Community Foundation
Written on October 2, 2015 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Susan Matthews, Executive Director of the San Juan Island Community Foundation… Were you at the County Fair this year? If so, you probably saw the Community Foundation’s booth inside the main building where we posted pictures of some islanders you may have recognized. Each person was quoted as saying something like: Continue Reading
Letter to the Editor
Written on October 2, 2015 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Letter to the Editor Last week the County Council announced that they will not be putting the proposed greenhouse regulations on the Council agenda. While it doesn’t mean the Council has dropped the issue for good, this is still good news. I choose to see it as an indication that the Council listened to islanders’ Continue Reading
Fiona Small Appointed to FH Arts Commission
Written on October 2, 2015 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mayor appoints Small as youth representative on arts commission. One position remains open. Mayor Carrie Lacher is pleased to announce the appointment of Fiona Small to the Friday Harbor Arts Commission (FHAC). Small, a recent graduate of Spring Street International School, was selected to fill the youth representative position on the commission. She brings experience Continue Reading
Evening Clouds
Written on October 1, 2015 at 9:23 am, by Tim Dustrude
Did you happen to see the sky last night? We walked home from visiting with friends and were treated to this beautiful moonlit display. Just had to share it with you…
Ribbon-cutting Ceremony for Cattle Point Road Realignment Project Scheduled for October 15
Written on October 4, 2015 at 6:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a press release from the National Park Service… FRIDAY HARBOR, Washington– More than 14 years of planning, one and half years of design and six months of heavy construction will culminate in a ribbon cutting and celebration of the Cattle Point Road Realignment Project scheduled at 11 a.m., Thursday October 15 at the American Continue Reading
EDC to offer workshop on Disaster Preparedness for Business
Written on October 4, 2015 at 6:19 am, by Tim Dustrude
What would happen to your business as a result of a major disaster in the San Juan Islands? Are you, your property and your data prepared? Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for a FREE workshop on Disaster Preparedness for Business, October 28th from 9-11 a.m., videoconferenced at the Lopez and San Juan Island Public Continue Reading
Fall Farm Parade and Chili Cook-Off
Written on October 3, 2015 at 8:29 pm, by Tim Dustrude
It was a beautiful day for the 2015 Fall Farm Parade, and especially after Friday’s rain, it was nice to see blue skies for this fun Fall event. And after the parade everyone met at Brickworks for the Chili Cook-off, to enjoy some good food, good music by the Rocky Bay Boys and visit with Continue Reading
Internet Service now Restored
Written on October 3, 2015 at 9:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
10:40 AM Update – Service has been restored Just got a call from CenturyLink this morning. They are aware of an internet outage in the San Juan Islands and they are working to get things fixed. At the time of the call, there was no ETA for when it would be back online, but they Continue Reading
San Juan Islands Fall Boat Trip
Written on October 3, 2015 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Fall is here and it is time to get out on the water to see returning wintering birds and some hard to see marine birds. Great flocks of wintering ducks, loons, and grebes are arriving, whales are here along with other marine mammals. If you want to meet other birders this is a wonderful opportunity. Continue Reading
Spinning Ball
Written on October 3, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Nathan Clarke spins a ball on his finger while crossing Spring Street on Thursday, and roving Update photographer-on-the-spot Aaron Shepard was there to capture the moment. Thanks for sharing Aaron!
Rock Island VP Mike Greene Steps Down as Start-Up Operations Solidify
Written on October 3, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Rock Island Communications founder Mike Greene, who has most recently been serving as Vice President of Technology, has announced that he will be leaving the company as of October 15. When OPALCO purchased Rock Island in February, Greene stayed on to help with the transition, merging staff and operations to keep the business humming while Continue Reading
Follow San Juan County on Twitter
Written on October 3, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County is formally adding Twitter as a means of communicating with citizens. County Manager Mike Thomas said that the County’s Tweets will include urgent bulletins as well as links to news releases and items of common interest. Twitter users can receive the messages by following @SanJuanCountyWA. San Juan County’s Department of Emergency Management Continue Reading
Tap Happy
Written on October 3, 2015 at 5:21 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bill Ament wants you to know about this tap dancing class that starts next Monday… Dance Happy presents Beginning Tap Dancing with Bill Ament. For your dream of being Fred & Ginger! No experience necessary. Fabulous & Fun class. Mondays 1:15-2:15pm, starts October 5. Register by calling 378-9628.
A Quick SJI Survey
Written on October 2, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Rainah Sandstrom would like to know your thoughts on 2 marine environment questions. Here she is with the skinny… Hello! I am a project coordinator for Kwiaht, the marine health observatory that encourages and focuses the growth of community scientists. Kwiaht is a non-profit organization that does work on all the islands. I am looking Continue Reading
Fish Tacos for Lunch Today
Written on October 2, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Today is the day! The Fish for Teeth Taco Team is setting up shop at the San Juan Island Community Theater, from 11-2. The “tacos,” which are actually burritos, are stuffed with wild Alaskan rockfish (harvested from healthy stocks), fresh salsa from Pablito’s Taqueria, and other wholesome ingredients. The tacos are a $7.00 suggested donation Continue Reading
Lions EYEland Fest
Written on October 2, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Lions Club will be presenting a FREE community party, LIONS EYELAND FEST, on October 17th from 6:00 to 11:00 pm. Here are some hEYElights of the event: 2 bands: The Argyle Street Jazz Band and the J-Bots Auction and any donations are for eye health for the underserved and uninsured population the Continue Reading
SJI Community Foundation
Written on October 2, 2015 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Susan Matthews, Executive Director of the San Juan Island Community Foundation… Were you at the County Fair this year? If so, you probably saw the Community Foundation’s booth inside the main building where we posted pictures of some islanders you may have recognized. Each person was quoted as saying something like: Continue Reading
Letter to the Editor
Written on October 2, 2015 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Letter to the Editor Last week the County Council announced that they will not be putting the proposed greenhouse regulations on the Council agenda. While it doesn’t mean the Council has dropped the issue for good, this is still good news. I choose to see it as an indication that the Council listened to islanders’ Continue Reading
Fiona Small Appointed to FH Arts Commission
Written on October 2, 2015 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mayor appoints Small as youth representative on arts commission. One position remains open. Mayor Carrie Lacher is pleased to announce the appointment of Fiona Small to the Friday Harbor Arts Commission (FHAC). Small, a recent graduate of Spring Street International School, was selected to fill the youth representative position on the commission. She brings experience Continue Reading
Evening Clouds
Written on October 1, 2015 at 9:23 am, by Tim Dustrude
Did you happen to see the sky last night? We walked home from visiting with friends and were treated to this beautiful moonlit display. Just had to share it with you…