Topic: Around Here
Letter about Hospital District Board
Written on September 25, 2015 at 5:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
To The Editor, The current mindset of the Public Hospital District Board needs to be changed. They lack respect for the taxpayer public they represent. As elected officials they are supposed to welcome, even encourage questions. They don’t. I witnessed outright rudeness many times to members of the public and myself. I and others have Continue Reading
Deer Hazel
Written on September 24, 2015 at 9:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just heard some exciting news from Kerry Andrews. Here it is in her words… First day of fall… I’m a big believer in fresh starts, in setting goals, in big beautiful changes/challenges. Perhaps it’s why I’ve always loved New Year’s Eve. Recently my dear friend Jeanne and I have done just that… We’re the new Continue Reading
This is Our Town: Derek and Lauren
Written on September 24, 2015 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s the latest edition of This is Our Town. This time we meet the owners of San Juan Canvas… Derek Steere and Lauren Cohen bought SJ Canvas in April 2009 after having moved to the island about a year before. They had come from Carmel, CA, another small town on the coast, where they were Continue Reading
Community Education at the College
Written on September 24, 2015 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join your fellow community members in a life-long education!! The San Juan Center of Skagit Valley College has a terrific fall lined out for community education. Call or come on up and register. We are located near the Friday Harbor Airport terminal at 221 Weber Way, overlooking beautiful Griffin Bay. (360) 378-3220 Ancient Cultures II Continue Reading
Island Rec Movies in the Park: Mamma Mia
Written on September 24, 2015 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s the last week for Movies in the Park. For September 26th, we will be showing Mamma Mia. Come dance and sing along to Abba’s Greatest Hits. Featuring Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, and Amanda Seyfried. The movie should begin at about 7:15pm but come early for fun trivia, prizes, and to claim your spot! FANs Continue Reading
SJ Supplements Closing
Written on September 24, 2015 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this note from Dennis at San Juan Supplements… San Juan Supplements is holding a Closeout Sale of 20 to 50% off wholesale prices. San Juan Supplements will be closing at the end of September. We’re located at 335 Argyle Ave next to the Computer Place. Come on in and enjoy the great discounts Continue Reading
Fall Seed Sowing in Driggs Park Nursery
Written on September 24, 2015 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Welcome wonderful, cool fall! If you’d like to get your hands in the dirt with native plant restoration and propagation this season, we have some great volunteer opportunities coming up. Fall is the best time to plant many of our native wildflowers. Join Land Steward, Eliza Habegger THIS SUNDAY to help sow locally collected seeds Continue Reading
Leadership San Juan Open House
Written on September 24, 2015 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note that just came in from Liz Illg… Just wanted to let you know I’m back being the co-Director of Leadership San Juan Islands for the class graduating in 2016. We’re looking for a few islanders to participate in the five month program to become more knowledgeable and skilled at getting things done Continue Reading
Total Lunar Eclipse Viewing Party
Written on September 23, 2015 at 11:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join San Juan Island National Historical Park and San Juan County Land Bank to view the rare Supermoon Lunar Eclipse from the summit of Mount Grant Preserve. The gate will be open for driving to the top. NOTE: Parking is limited-please carpool! Sunday, September 27th: 6:30pm to 9:00pm Mount Grant Preserve, San Juan Island For more information email tanjaw [@] Continue Reading
Wolverine Football Update
Written on September 23, 2015 at 10:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mike Martin checks in with this update for you on High School Football. Thanks Mike! Storyline: The Wolverines have a new Head Coach and a new offensive system. New Head Football Garrett Holmes, a former University of Oregon football player (1985-86) has brought the Ducks’ offensive scheme with him. It’s been a rough start to the Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on September 23, 2015 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Meet Jerald Weaver, Acting Superintendent of San Juan Island National Historical Park, to walk at Mitchell Hill through cedar groves, Garry Oak woodland. Hear about park plans for this area and learn what has been completed over the summer. Meet at English Camp main parking lot to carpool to trail head. Distance: 3-mile loop Rating: Continue Reading
Master of Ceremonies Announced for Film Festival
Written on September 23, 2015 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
I just heard that the Friday Harbor Film Festival has chosen Alicia Malone as their Emcee for this year’s event. Who is she, you ask? Well here’s your answer… Alicia Malone is a film reporter, critic, TV host, writer, and all around movie geek. She developed her taste for film at a young age in Continue Reading
Letter about Hospital Commission Candidates
Written on September 23, 2015 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Editor, I recently had the opportunity to meet with Hospital Commission candidates, Barbara Sharp, Bill Williams and Monica Harrington at a hosted candidate coffee. It was a comfortable way to meet each of these candidates and get to know them and what they are all about. I was so encouraged after meeting this dynamic Continue Reading
Mitchell Hill Trails Workshop
Written on September 23, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
UPDATED – Meet at English Camp parking lot – not the Maintenance Facility Learn how trails are planned and built and enjoy a little exercise and the great outdoors during a trail workshop in the park’s Mitchell Hill area trail network scheduled 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, Saturday October 3rd. This hands-on free activity is Continue Reading
Yoga Calm Classes with Alice Hibberd
Written on September 23, 2015 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join certified instructor, Alice Hibberd, for an hour of yoga calm. Yoga Calm is a series of creative exercises for strength, confidence, concentration, and more. Held in the San Juan Island Library Meeting Room. All materials provided. Please wear comfortable clothing for stretching and floor activities. No registration required. Drop-ins welcome. This program is co-sponsored Continue Reading
EMS Meet And Greet
Written on September 23, 2015 at 5:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
The public is invited to SJIEMS Chief Candidate Meet And Greet Thursday, September 24, 2015, at 5:30 p.m Frank Wilson Memorial EMS Building 1079 Spring Street Watch the papers for more meet and greets with additional candidates.
Letter about Hospital District Board
Written on September 25, 2015 at 5:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
To The Editor, The current mindset of the Public Hospital District Board needs to be changed. They lack respect for the taxpayer public they represent. As elected officials they are supposed to welcome, even encourage questions. They don’t. I witnessed outright rudeness many times to members of the public and myself. I and others have Continue Reading
Deer Hazel
Written on September 24, 2015 at 9:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just heard some exciting news from Kerry Andrews. Here it is in her words… First day of fall… I’m a big believer in fresh starts, in setting goals, in big beautiful changes/challenges. Perhaps it’s why I’ve always loved New Year’s Eve. Recently my dear friend Jeanne and I have done just that… We’re the new Continue Reading
This is Our Town: Derek and Lauren
Written on September 24, 2015 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s the latest edition of This is Our Town. This time we meet the owners of San Juan Canvas… Derek Steere and Lauren Cohen bought SJ Canvas in April 2009 after having moved to the island about a year before. They had come from Carmel, CA, another small town on the coast, where they were Continue Reading
Community Education at the College
Written on September 24, 2015 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join your fellow community members in a life-long education!! The San Juan Center of Skagit Valley College has a terrific fall lined out for community education. Call or come on up and register. We are located near the Friday Harbor Airport terminal at 221 Weber Way, overlooking beautiful Griffin Bay. (360) 378-3220 Ancient Cultures II Continue Reading
Island Rec Movies in the Park: Mamma Mia
Written on September 24, 2015 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s the last week for Movies in the Park. For September 26th, we will be showing Mamma Mia. Come dance and sing along to Abba’s Greatest Hits. Featuring Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, and Amanda Seyfried. The movie should begin at about 7:15pm but come early for fun trivia, prizes, and to claim your spot! FANs Continue Reading
SJ Supplements Closing
Written on September 24, 2015 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this note from Dennis at San Juan Supplements… San Juan Supplements is holding a Closeout Sale of 20 to 50% off wholesale prices. San Juan Supplements will be closing at the end of September. We’re located at 335 Argyle Ave next to the Computer Place. Come on in and enjoy the great discounts Continue Reading
Fall Seed Sowing in Driggs Park Nursery
Written on September 24, 2015 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Welcome wonderful, cool fall! If you’d like to get your hands in the dirt with native plant restoration and propagation this season, we have some great volunteer opportunities coming up. Fall is the best time to plant many of our native wildflowers. Join Land Steward, Eliza Habegger THIS SUNDAY to help sow locally collected seeds Continue Reading
Leadership San Juan Open House
Written on September 24, 2015 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note that just came in from Liz Illg… Just wanted to let you know I’m back being the co-Director of Leadership San Juan Islands for the class graduating in 2016. We’re looking for a few islanders to participate in the five month program to become more knowledgeable and skilled at getting things done Continue Reading
Total Lunar Eclipse Viewing Party
Written on September 23, 2015 at 11:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join San Juan Island National Historical Park and San Juan County Land Bank to view the rare Supermoon Lunar Eclipse from the summit of Mount Grant Preserve. The gate will be open for driving to the top. NOTE: Parking is limited-please carpool! Sunday, September 27th: 6:30pm to 9:00pm Mount Grant Preserve, San Juan Island For more information email tanjaw [@] Continue Reading
Wolverine Football Update
Written on September 23, 2015 at 10:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mike Martin checks in with this update for you on High School Football. Thanks Mike! Storyline: The Wolverines have a new Head Coach and a new offensive system. New Head Football Garrett Holmes, a former University of Oregon football player (1985-86) has brought the Ducks’ offensive scheme with him. It’s been a rough start to the Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on September 23, 2015 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Meet Jerald Weaver, Acting Superintendent of San Juan Island National Historical Park, to walk at Mitchell Hill through cedar groves, Garry Oak woodland. Hear about park plans for this area and learn what has been completed over the summer. Meet at English Camp main parking lot to carpool to trail head. Distance: 3-mile loop Rating: Continue Reading
Master of Ceremonies Announced for Film Festival
Written on September 23, 2015 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
I just heard that the Friday Harbor Film Festival has chosen Alicia Malone as their Emcee for this year’s event. Who is she, you ask? Well here’s your answer… Alicia Malone is a film reporter, critic, TV host, writer, and all around movie geek. She developed her taste for film at a young age in Continue Reading
Letter about Hospital Commission Candidates
Written on September 23, 2015 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Editor, I recently had the opportunity to meet with Hospital Commission candidates, Barbara Sharp, Bill Williams and Monica Harrington at a hosted candidate coffee. It was a comfortable way to meet each of these candidates and get to know them and what they are all about. I was so encouraged after meeting this dynamic Continue Reading
Mitchell Hill Trails Workshop
Written on September 23, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
UPDATED – Meet at English Camp parking lot – not the Maintenance Facility Learn how trails are planned and built and enjoy a little exercise and the great outdoors during a trail workshop in the park’s Mitchell Hill area trail network scheduled 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, Saturday October 3rd. This hands-on free activity is Continue Reading
Yoga Calm Classes with Alice Hibberd
Written on September 23, 2015 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join certified instructor, Alice Hibberd, for an hour of yoga calm. Yoga Calm is a series of creative exercises for strength, confidence, concentration, and more. Held in the San Juan Island Library Meeting Room. All materials provided. Please wear comfortable clothing for stretching and floor activities. No registration required. Drop-ins welcome. This program is co-sponsored Continue Reading
EMS Meet And Greet
Written on September 23, 2015 at 5:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
The public is invited to SJIEMS Chief Candidate Meet And Greet Thursday, September 24, 2015, at 5:30 p.m Frank Wilson Memorial EMS Building 1079 Spring Street Watch the papers for more meet and greets with additional candidates.