Topic: Around Here
Securing Community Treasures
Written on August 26, 2015 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Frank Penwell about making Community Treasures a permanent thing… Please help spread the word. It is time to secure CT as a permanent San Juan Island public charity facility. Please help by asking others to visit ctrecycling.org to learn more. Thanks, Frank Dear Neighbor, I am asking you for your support Continue Reading
Garden Club Resumes Meeting Schedule
Written on August 26, 2015 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Dot Vandaveer with the SJI Garden Club… SJI Garden Club is resuming our meeting schedule on September 1st at 1:00 pm at the Mullis Center. All are welcome. We will be recognizing the SJC Fair Blue Ribbon winners of the Youth categories.
Close-Up Art Show at the Library
Written on August 25, 2015 at 10:13 am, by Tim Dustrude
Through a Looking Glass or Microscope Enter the magical world of the microscope or looking glass and watch it turn into art. Bring yours in to share with the community. All media, all ages and all talents are welcome. Check in ready-to-hang art from 10:00 AM to noon on Saturday, August 29th. Questions? Call Diane at 370-5814
Volunteer of the Month
Written on August 25, 2015 at 10:07 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor is pleased to announce that Alexandra Ferrente is the Volunteer of the month for August. Alex is here in Friday Harbor as a seasonal naturalist, which keeps her very busy – and yet she still finds time to volunteer at the animal shelter several times a week. “Alex Continue Reading
Spike Africa
Written on August 25, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Aaron Shepard captured this image of the Spike Africa heading down the harbor with Brown Island in the background. Thanks for sharing Aaron!
Jazz and Fingerstyle Guitar Master Here August 28
Written on August 25, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Widely considered to be the world’s foremost exponent of solo jazz and fingerstyle guitar playing, Martin Taylor presents a concert at San Juan Community Theatre on Friday, August 28 at 7:30 pm. Earning global acclaim from fellow musicians, fans and critics alike, Martin’s signature style combines his virtuosity, emotion and humor with a strong, engaging Continue Reading
Animal Shelter Announces Partnership with Wooftrax
Written on August 25, 2015 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Our local animal shelter has found a nearly effortless and free way for supporters to help raise money for homeless animals here on San Juan Island. The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has partnered with Wooftrax, an organization that donates money to animal shelters and rescue groups nationwide, utilizing a smartphone application. The Wooftrax Continue Reading
2015 Concours D’Elegance
Written on August 24, 2015 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Sports Car Club of the San Juan Islands, in conjunction with the Rotary Club of San Juan Island will hold its Ninth Annual Concours d’Elegance at the San Juan Vineyards on Sunday, August 30, 2015 from 11:00 AM until 3:00 PM. This year, the Concours will consist of a “Judged” section and a “Display Only” Continue Reading
BAT-tacular Full Moon Hike
Written on August 24, 2015 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Biologist Rochelle Kelly returns with her thermal camera & acoustic detectors for an evening of bat observation on Saturday, August 29, from 8:30 pm to 10:00 pm at Mount Grant Preserve. Meet at the ridge top parking area (the road will be open for driving access to the top) to discover more about our island bats Continue Reading
Mount Grant by Horseback
Written on August 24, 2015 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Wish you could ride up Mount Grant on horses? Here is your chance! How often can you say you helped save a wonderful mountain for all? You must see Mount Grant to believe what we have here on San Juan Island! “On top of the world!” For the first person or persons to contribute $1000 Continue Reading
From Watersheds To Whitecaps
Written on August 24, 2015 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
“From Watersheds To Whitecaps: Myriad Lives Intertwingled” Presented by John Williams The Whale Museum is pleased to welcome John Williams as part of the 2015 Summer Lecture Series on Thursday, August 27th at 6:30 p.m. John will discuss how creatures in the Salish Sea are inexorably linked to each other, linked to those in our uplands, Continue Reading
Gear Up For Our Schools
Written on August 24, 2015 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Help make a positive impact on a child’s education! The Islanders Bank Gear Up For Our Schools 2015-2016 supply drive has started on Friday Harbor. Drop off locations: Friday Harbor Drug Store King’s Market Marketplace Office Center NW School supply lists are available at the school district’s website www.sjisd.wednet.edu. Hover over the school links and click Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on August 24, 2015 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
‘Ello Guvhah! I’m Chuckles and I’m a proper gentleman, I am. What I lack in size I make up for in character and cracking good manners! As Mary Poppins once said, “I’m practically perfect in every way”, although I am a bit on the shy side when first meeting someone. Drop by the animal shelter Continue Reading
A Few Quick Notes…
Written on August 23, 2015 at 11:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
First, Kevin Holmes wants to get this word out to local veterans… Just wanted to get the word out to Veterans that may not have heard – Congressman Rick Larsen will be at the Legion Post 163 in Friday Harbor on Wednesday August 26th from 11:00 – 12:30 to have “Conversations with Veterans” if any Continue Reading
SSIS Teacher Featured in Live Broadcast
Written on August 23, 2015 at 11:12 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sunday August 23rd at 6:30 pm, Spring Street International School teacher Timothy Dwyer will be featured in a Live broadcast to the San Juan Island Community from onboard the deep-sea research vessel Nautilus, making use of the ship’s telepresence technology. The one-hour event will be co-sponsored by Spring Street International School and the San Juan Nature Institute and held Continue Reading
Retirement Accounts For Real Estate
Written on August 23, 2015 at 10:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Self Directed Retirement Accounts For Real Estate By Merri Ann Simonson – Coldwell Banker San Juan Islands Inc. Did you realize that you may use all or a portion of your retirement funds to invest in real estate? Retirement accounts are basically Trust accounts for your benefit when you retire. In the 1970s, the IRS Continue Reading
Securing Community Treasures
Written on August 26, 2015 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Frank Penwell about making Community Treasures a permanent thing… Please help spread the word. It is time to secure CT as a permanent San Juan Island public charity facility. Please help by asking others to visit ctrecycling.org to learn more. Thanks, Frank Dear Neighbor, I am asking you for your support Continue Reading
Garden Club Resumes Meeting Schedule
Written on August 26, 2015 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Dot Vandaveer with the SJI Garden Club… SJI Garden Club is resuming our meeting schedule on September 1st at 1:00 pm at the Mullis Center. All are welcome. We will be recognizing the SJC Fair Blue Ribbon winners of the Youth categories.
Close-Up Art Show at the Library
Written on August 25, 2015 at 10:13 am, by Tim Dustrude
Through a Looking Glass or Microscope Enter the magical world of the microscope or looking glass and watch it turn into art. Bring yours in to share with the community. All media, all ages and all talents are welcome. Check in ready-to-hang art from 10:00 AM to noon on Saturday, August 29th. Questions? Call Diane at 370-5814
Volunteer of the Month
Written on August 25, 2015 at 10:07 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor is pleased to announce that Alexandra Ferrente is the Volunteer of the month for August. Alex is here in Friday Harbor as a seasonal naturalist, which keeps her very busy – and yet she still finds time to volunteer at the animal shelter several times a week. “Alex Continue Reading
Spike Africa
Written on August 25, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Aaron Shepard captured this image of the Spike Africa heading down the harbor with Brown Island in the background. Thanks for sharing Aaron!
Jazz and Fingerstyle Guitar Master Here August 28
Written on August 25, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Widely considered to be the world’s foremost exponent of solo jazz and fingerstyle guitar playing, Martin Taylor presents a concert at San Juan Community Theatre on Friday, August 28 at 7:30 pm. Earning global acclaim from fellow musicians, fans and critics alike, Martin’s signature style combines his virtuosity, emotion and humor with a strong, engaging Continue Reading
Animal Shelter Announces Partnership with Wooftrax
Written on August 25, 2015 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Our local animal shelter has found a nearly effortless and free way for supporters to help raise money for homeless animals here on San Juan Island. The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has partnered with Wooftrax, an organization that donates money to animal shelters and rescue groups nationwide, utilizing a smartphone application. The Wooftrax Continue Reading
2015 Concours D’Elegance
Written on August 24, 2015 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Sports Car Club of the San Juan Islands, in conjunction with the Rotary Club of San Juan Island will hold its Ninth Annual Concours d’Elegance at the San Juan Vineyards on Sunday, August 30, 2015 from 11:00 AM until 3:00 PM. This year, the Concours will consist of a “Judged” section and a “Display Only” Continue Reading
BAT-tacular Full Moon Hike
Written on August 24, 2015 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Biologist Rochelle Kelly returns with her thermal camera & acoustic detectors for an evening of bat observation on Saturday, August 29, from 8:30 pm to 10:00 pm at Mount Grant Preserve. Meet at the ridge top parking area (the road will be open for driving access to the top) to discover more about our island bats Continue Reading
Mount Grant by Horseback
Written on August 24, 2015 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Wish you could ride up Mount Grant on horses? Here is your chance! How often can you say you helped save a wonderful mountain for all? You must see Mount Grant to believe what we have here on San Juan Island! “On top of the world!” For the first person or persons to contribute $1000 Continue Reading
From Watersheds To Whitecaps
Written on August 24, 2015 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
“From Watersheds To Whitecaps: Myriad Lives Intertwingled” Presented by John Williams The Whale Museum is pleased to welcome John Williams as part of the 2015 Summer Lecture Series on Thursday, August 27th at 6:30 p.m. John will discuss how creatures in the Salish Sea are inexorably linked to each other, linked to those in our uplands, Continue Reading
Gear Up For Our Schools
Written on August 24, 2015 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Help make a positive impact on a child’s education! The Islanders Bank Gear Up For Our Schools 2015-2016 supply drive has started on Friday Harbor. Drop off locations: Friday Harbor Drug Store King’s Market Marketplace Office Center NW School supply lists are available at the school district’s website www.sjisd.wednet.edu. Hover over the school links and click Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on August 24, 2015 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
‘Ello Guvhah! I’m Chuckles and I’m a proper gentleman, I am. What I lack in size I make up for in character and cracking good manners! As Mary Poppins once said, “I’m practically perfect in every way”, although I am a bit on the shy side when first meeting someone. Drop by the animal shelter Continue Reading
A Few Quick Notes…
Written on August 23, 2015 at 11:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
First, Kevin Holmes wants to get this word out to local veterans… Just wanted to get the word out to Veterans that may not have heard – Congressman Rick Larsen will be at the Legion Post 163 in Friday Harbor on Wednesday August 26th from 11:00 – 12:30 to have “Conversations with Veterans” if any Continue Reading
SSIS Teacher Featured in Live Broadcast
Written on August 23, 2015 at 11:12 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sunday August 23rd at 6:30 pm, Spring Street International School teacher Timothy Dwyer will be featured in a Live broadcast to the San Juan Island Community from onboard the deep-sea research vessel Nautilus, making use of the ship’s telepresence technology. The one-hour event will be co-sponsored by Spring Street International School and the San Juan Nature Institute and held Continue Reading
Retirement Accounts For Real Estate
Written on August 23, 2015 at 10:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Self Directed Retirement Accounts For Real Estate By Merri Ann Simonson – Coldwell Banker San Juan Islands Inc. Did you realize that you may use all or a portion of your retirement funds to invest in real estate? Retirement accounts are basically Trust accounts for your benefit when you retire. In the 1970s, the IRS Continue Reading