Topic: Around Here
Island Rec Scarecrow Booth
Written on September 18, 2015 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
Fall has officially landed and Island Rec is making half-size scarecrows at its Farmer’s Market booth. Enter your scarecrow creation in the Great Island Farm Grown Parade as well. All materials provided, though you may bring old small clothes or other supplies you want to put on your own creation. This is a free event Continue Reading
Hospital Board Candidate Forum
Written on September 18, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
There are 6 candidates running for three hospital board positions. Meet the candidates and hear their positions. BE AN INFORMED VOTER! Refreshments will be served. Written questions for any single candidate or for all candidates may be submitted in advance to editor [@] islandguardian [.] com Wednesday, September 30, at 5:30pm Mullis Community Senior Center
Substitute Job Open at the Library
Written on September 18, 2015 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Library District (www.sjlib.org) is seeking enthusiastic, flexible, customer service oriented individuals to serve as on-call library substitutes to provide service to patrons at the Library’s public service desks. Responsibilities include filling in for regular Library staff as needed, and assisting patrons in using library resources and services. Excellent people skills, computer Continue Reading
Love and Logic Parenting
Written on September 18, 2015 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Coming to Friday Harbor Elementary – America’s Most Practical and Entertaining Parent Training Becoming a Love and Logic Parent® A parent training program designed by the Love and Logic® Institute, Inc. Would you like to feel more confident as a parent? Would you like to have more fun parenting? Would you like to feel more relaxed? Would you Continue Reading
National Voter Registration Day
Written on September 18, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The League of Women Voters of the San Juans will help honor National Voter Registration Day on Tuesday, Sept 22nd in front of Friday Harbor Drug Store. We are looking especially to register young voters just after they turn 18, and new residents who hope to vote in this year’s island elections, the League will Continue Reading
By Special Request…
Written on September 18, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Richard from the Cheese shop shares this about his oldest daughter… Tim, Happy after Labor Day! Hope fall is off to a great start for you. Not sure if I have mentioned the plight of our oldest daughter, Aoife, and her husband Eddy, to you. This link explains it pretty well: https://www.gofundme.com/aoife-eddy-delcan If you think this worth Continue Reading
Nonprofit Program for Young Adults with Autism Launches Capital Campaign
Written on September 18, 2015 at 5:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
ORCAS ISLAND, WASHINGTON — The Concerto Project has announced the launch of a $10 million capital campaign to fund the purchase of Mount Baker Farm and Scenic Railroad on Orcas Island and the construction of five homes for professional staff and participants. The Concerto Project was begun in 2013 to create a much-needed living and Continue Reading
Locals Make Music Video
Written on September 17, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just heard this cool story from Jenn Furber on Wednesday… Today a music video launches. It was filmed entirely on San Juan Island by Friday Harbor Residents Jennifer Furber and Casey Sjogren with their production company Neon Tide. Friday Harbor local Kerry Andrews also assisted in the production of this video and features her locally-made Continue Reading
International Day of Peace
Written on September 17, 2015 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Carla Wright of San Juan Island Rotary Club shares this Publicity announcement… Local Rotary clubs are celebrating Peace Day on Monday September 21st by offering Peace Scholarships at 6 universities around the world. There are two Rotary Intenational peace scholarship programs; one is a 15 to 24 month course for a Master’s Degree and the Continue Reading
Health Dept Offers Flu Shots
Written on September 17, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Flu Shots Offered by San Juan County Health in September Flu season is here and it is time to get your flu shot! San Juan County Health and Community Services will be offering influenza immunization clinics at their Friday Harbor office (145 Rhone Street) on: September 24, 2015, 1:00pm-4:30pm September 29, 2015, 1:00pm-4:30pm October 9, Continue Reading
Bowling Time
Written on September 16, 2015 at 9:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Judy Cornell shares this notice… It’s time to remind everyone that new bowling leagues are starting up this week. Interested bowlers are encouraged to stop by Paradise Lanes on Wednesday, September 16th or Thursday, September 17th at 6 PM.
April Verch Band
Written on September 16, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
April Verch steps, sings and fiddles with a fresh and feisty approach to deep North American traditions. The Canadian performer brings her band and world tour to the San Juan Community Theatre this Saturday, September 19 at 7:30 pm. Sharing songs from her milestone tenth album (The Newpart), April’s performances combine her delicate voice, energetic footwork Continue Reading
Movies in the Park, Remember the Titans
Written on September 16, 2015 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just two weeks of Island Rec’s Movies in the Park to go. For September 19th, they will be showing Remember the Titans. In Virginia, high school football is a way of life, an institution revered, each game celebrated more lavishly than Christmas. And with such recognition, comes powerful emotions. In 1971, high school football was everything Continue Reading
Chamber Chat
Written on September 16, 2015 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here is the September 2015 of Chamber Chat, written by Lauren Cohen, Co-owner San Juan Canvas, LLC and Chamber of Commerce Board President… On behalf of the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Executive Director and staff, we would like to congratulate all of our Island businesses on a fantastic summer. We will look forward to Continue Reading
Drop-In Flu Clinics
Written on September 16, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Healthcare announces the following schedule for their Drop-in Flu Clinics this Fall: Flu Clinics begin on Wednesday, September 30th, from 2:00 to 4:30, and will run every Wednesday* after that while supplies last. Flu shots will be available by appointment only outside of their scheduled walk-in clinics. San Juan Healthcare 689 Airport Center Continue Reading
Prescribed Fire Coming Up at English and American Camps
Written on September 15, 2015 at 12:40 pm, by Tim Dustrude
National Park Service and possibly San Juan County fire crews plan to conduct a prescribed fire on the southwest slope of Young Hill and two American Camp locations between September 20 and 25, weather permitting, announced Acting Superintendent Jerald Weaver. The Young Hill fire–a continuation of a successful burn on the hill in June and Continue Reading
Island Rec Scarecrow Booth
Written on September 18, 2015 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
Fall has officially landed and Island Rec is making half-size scarecrows at its Farmer’s Market booth. Enter your scarecrow creation in the Great Island Farm Grown Parade as well. All materials provided, though you may bring old small clothes or other supplies you want to put on your own creation. This is a free event Continue Reading
Hospital Board Candidate Forum
Written on September 18, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
There are 6 candidates running for three hospital board positions. Meet the candidates and hear their positions. BE AN INFORMED VOTER! Refreshments will be served. Written questions for any single candidate or for all candidates may be submitted in advance to editor [@] islandguardian [.] com Wednesday, September 30, at 5:30pm Mullis Community Senior Center
Substitute Job Open at the Library
Written on September 18, 2015 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Library District (www.sjlib.org) is seeking enthusiastic, flexible, customer service oriented individuals to serve as on-call library substitutes to provide service to patrons at the Library’s public service desks. Responsibilities include filling in for regular Library staff as needed, and assisting patrons in using library resources and services. Excellent people skills, computer Continue Reading
Love and Logic Parenting
Written on September 18, 2015 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Coming to Friday Harbor Elementary – America’s Most Practical and Entertaining Parent Training Becoming a Love and Logic Parent® A parent training program designed by the Love and Logic® Institute, Inc. Would you like to feel more confident as a parent? Would you like to have more fun parenting? Would you like to feel more relaxed? Would you Continue Reading
National Voter Registration Day
Written on September 18, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The League of Women Voters of the San Juans will help honor National Voter Registration Day on Tuesday, Sept 22nd in front of Friday Harbor Drug Store. We are looking especially to register young voters just after they turn 18, and new residents who hope to vote in this year’s island elections, the League will Continue Reading
By Special Request…
Written on September 18, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Richard from the Cheese shop shares this about his oldest daughter… Tim, Happy after Labor Day! Hope fall is off to a great start for you. Not sure if I have mentioned the plight of our oldest daughter, Aoife, and her husband Eddy, to you. This link explains it pretty well: https://www.gofundme.com/aoife-eddy-delcan If you think this worth Continue Reading
Nonprofit Program for Young Adults with Autism Launches Capital Campaign
Written on September 18, 2015 at 5:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
ORCAS ISLAND, WASHINGTON — The Concerto Project has announced the launch of a $10 million capital campaign to fund the purchase of Mount Baker Farm and Scenic Railroad on Orcas Island and the construction of five homes for professional staff and participants. The Concerto Project was begun in 2013 to create a much-needed living and Continue Reading
Locals Make Music Video
Written on September 17, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just heard this cool story from Jenn Furber on Wednesday… Today a music video launches. It was filmed entirely on San Juan Island by Friday Harbor Residents Jennifer Furber and Casey Sjogren with their production company Neon Tide. Friday Harbor local Kerry Andrews also assisted in the production of this video and features her locally-made Continue Reading
International Day of Peace
Written on September 17, 2015 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Carla Wright of San Juan Island Rotary Club shares this Publicity announcement… Local Rotary clubs are celebrating Peace Day on Monday September 21st by offering Peace Scholarships at 6 universities around the world. There are two Rotary Intenational peace scholarship programs; one is a 15 to 24 month course for a Master’s Degree and the Continue Reading
Health Dept Offers Flu Shots
Written on September 17, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Flu Shots Offered by San Juan County Health in September Flu season is here and it is time to get your flu shot! San Juan County Health and Community Services will be offering influenza immunization clinics at their Friday Harbor office (145 Rhone Street) on: September 24, 2015, 1:00pm-4:30pm September 29, 2015, 1:00pm-4:30pm October 9, Continue Reading
Bowling Time
Written on September 16, 2015 at 9:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Judy Cornell shares this notice… It’s time to remind everyone that new bowling leagues are starting up this week. Interested bowlers are encouraged to stop by Paradise Lanes on Wednesday, September 16th or Thursday, September 17th at 6 PM.
April Verch Band
Written on September 16, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
April Verch steps, sings and fiddles with a fresh and feisty approach to deep North American traditions. The Canadian performer brings her band and world tour to the San Juan Community Theatre this Saturday, September 19 at 7:30 pm. Sharing songs from her milestone tenth album (The Newpart), April’s performances combine her delicate voice, energetic footwork Continue Reading
Movies in the Park, Remember the Titans
Written on September 16, 2015 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just two weeks of Island Rec’s Movies in the Park to go. For September 19th, they will be showing Remember the Titans. In Virginia, high school football is a way of life, an institution revered, each game celebrated more lavishly than Christmas. And with such recognition, comes powerful emotions. In 1971, high school football was everything Continue Reading
Chamber Chat
Written on September 16, 2015 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here is the September 2015 of Chamber Chat, written by Lauren Cohen, Co-owner San Juan Canvas, LLC and Chamber of Commerce Board President… On behalf of the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Executive Director and staff, we would like to congratulate all of our Island businesses on a fantastic summer. We will look forward to Continue Reading
Drop-In Flu Clinics
Written on September 16, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Healthcare announces the following schedule for their Drop-in Flu Clinics this Fall: Flu Clinics begin on Wednesday, September 30th, from 2:00 to 4:30, and will run every Wednesday* after that while supplies last. Flu shots will be available by appointment only outside of their scheduled walk-in clinics. San Juan Healthcare 689 Airport Center Continue Reading
Prescribed Fire Coming Up at English and American Camps
Written on September 15, 2015 at 12:40 pm, by Tim Dustrude
National Park Service and possibly San Juan County fire crews plan to conduct a prescribed fire on the southwest slope of Young Hill and two American Camp locations between September 20 and 25, weather permitting, announced Acting Superintendent Jerald Weaver. The Young Hill fire–a continuation of a successful burn on the hill in June and Continue Reading