Topic: Around Here
Everyman in HD July 20
Written on July 18, 2015 at 10:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
One of English drama’s oldest plays gets a new and modern makeover in a National Theatre Live production screened in HD at San Juan Community Theatre on Monday, July 20 at 7:00 p.m. BAFTA winner and Academy Award® nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years a Slave) takes the title role in Everyman, directed by the National Continue Reading
Jewelry Artists’ Reception
Written on July 17, 2015 at 4:33 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Ruth at WaterWorks Gallery extends this invitation to you for a reception on Saturday… Join me at a reception for these artists and their jewelry including earrings, pins and necklaces on Saturday July 18th from 11:30 to 3:30. Refreshments will be served. Terri Rau, lampworked glass; Gina Pankowski, silver; Jennifer Howard-Kicinski silver; Micki Lippe silver. This Continue Reading
Name the Babies!
Written on July 17, 2015 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Southern Residents have 4 brand new babies and the Whale Museum wants to hear your ideas for the perfect names for them. Here’s more from the Museum… Are you a current Whale Museum member? If not, click here to become one. If you are, members are eligible to suggest names for the four new Continue Reading
July EMT of the Month
Written on July 17, 2015 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Karl Kuetzing has been a resident of Friday Harbor for 10 years and became an EMT in 2012. A transplant from the Midwest, Karl has been a Washingtonian for the last 25 years living on both the west and east sides of the state. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts from Cornell College in Environmental Continue Reading
Health Department Unveils New Water System Mapping Tool
Written on July 17, 2015 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Interactive Map of Water Systems now available online San Juan County Health and Community Services and Information Services have teamed up to launch an interactive mapping tool, showing all public water systems in the County. The public can now use the map to determine which parcels are within the boundaries of a public water system, Continue Reading
Cymbeline Starts Tonight
Written on July 16, 2015 at 10:09 am, by Tim Dustrude
Helen from Island Stage Left shares this quick note – They’re opening tonight through August 2 at Roche on Thursdays through Sundays (and Wold Rd. after that) – Here she is… Fantastic feedback from our tour! Now we’re home! Join the fun at our opening, tonight at 8:00 at Roche Harbor – See you there! Continue Reading
Chamber Member of the Month
Written on July 16, 2015 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
The SJI Chamber of Commerce shares this announcement with you… San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce Member of the Month Owner of Van Go’s Pizza, Daniel van Hamersfeld has more than 35 years of restaurant business under his belt. Before opening up Van Go’s pizza he headed up the kitchen at Vinny’s restaurant for two years Continue Reading
Innovative Blues at SJCT July 18
Written on July 16, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
The blues aren’t often associated with the North, but Massachusetts native Albert Cummings is breaking the mold. The blues guitarist brings his talents to San Juan Community Theatre on Saturday, July 18 at 7:30 p.m. As a child, Cummings learned the requisite three chords on the guitar from his father, but then switched to playing Continue Reading
Gypsy Instrumentals and Blues at Night Music July 16
Written on July 15, 2015 at 4:02 pm, by Tim Dustrude
An island trio and an island pianist showcase San Juan Community Theatre’s Night Music series in the intimate Gubelman Theatre on Thursday, July 16. OPA!—featuring Greg Sadowski, Bob Freeauf and Kirk Fuhrmeister—plays festive instrumental music in the Gypsy tradition of Eastern Europe, South America and Mexico (plus, a bit of flavored jazz, played acoustically on Continue Reading
Three Perspectives from the Redoubt
Written on July 15, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join San Juan Island artist Nancy Spaulding to learn how she utilizes photography and sketching on site during a artist workshop scheduled for 2 pm, Saturday, July 18 meeting in the American Camp parking area. Nancy’s workshop is for all levels of experience. Bring paper, pen, pencil, or pastels, a digital camera, sturdy shoes and Continue Reading
Friday Harbor Grange #225 News
Written on July 15, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Frank Penwell shares this news about the FH Grange. Way to go Chiara!!! Chiara Power, representing Friday Harbor Grange #225 won 2nd place at the WA State Grange Convention Talent Show Contest in Ellensburg. She will represent the WA State Grange at the National Grange Convention in Nebraska if the 1st place winner is unable Continue Reading
SJI Real Estate Market Summary
Written on July 15, 2015 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Merri Ann Simonson of Coldwell Banker SJI shares this quarter’s news… The second quarter results which complete the first half of the year for San Juan Island were very similar to 2014 as the real estate dollar volume reflected an increase of only 2% over the same period. The number of transactions was down slightly Continue Reading
Of Orcas and Men: What Killer Whales Can Teach Us
Written on July 15, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Author Talk & Book Signing on July 22 with David Neiwert Come to The Whale Museum on Wednesday, July 22, at 5:30 pm for an Author Talk & Book Signing with David Neiwert, author of the newly released book “Of Orcas and Men: What Killer Whales Can Teach Us”. David explores an extraordinary species and Continue Reading
Third Saturday Contra Dance
Written on July 15, 2015 at 5:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
Third Saturday Contradance at the San Juan Island Grange hall, 152 First Street. 7:00 to 9:00 pm, Saturday July 18th Laura Mé Smith from Seattle calling with “Cobbler”. Sponsored by SJI Grange #966. All are welcome. No partner needed. All dances taught. Donation $10
MacKaye Harbor Water District Special Three-day Candidate Filing Period
Written on July 15, 2015 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
On June 29th, the San Juan County Council adopted a resolution to call for an election for the formation of MacKaye Harbor Water District and to also call for a special filing period for the election of three commissioners to serve on the proposed district. Declarations of Candidacy will be accepted starting July 22nd at Continue Reading
Elwha Out for Summer
Written on July 14, 2015 at 3:43 pm, by Tim Dustrude
This just in from WSF… The 48-year-old Elwha will remain out of service for approximately four months while crews perform emergency repairs to a drive motor. We realize having one of our mid-sized vessels out for an extended period of time puts a strain on travelers, especially during the height of our busiest season. Until Continue Reading
Everyman in HD July 20
Written on July 18, 2015 at 10:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
One of English drama’s oldest plays gets a new and modern makeover in a National Theatre Live production screened in HD at San Juan Community Theatre on Monday, July 20 at 7:00 p.m. BAFTA winner and Academy Award® nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years a Slave) takes the title role in Everyman, directed by the National Continue Reading
Jewelry Artists’ Reception
Written on July 17, 2015 at 4:33 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Ruth at WaterWorks Gallery extends this invitation to you for a reception on Saturday… Join me at a reception for these artists and their jewelry including earrings, pins and necklaces on Saturday July 18th from 11:30 to 3:30. Refreshments will be served. Terri Rau, lampworked glass; Gina Pankowski, silver; Jennifer Howard-Kicinski silver; Micki Lippe silver. This Continue Reading
Name the Babies!
Written on July 17, 2015 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Southern Residents have 4 brand new babies and the Whale Museum wants to hear your ideas for the perfect names for them. Here’s more from the Museum… Are you a current Whale Museum member? If not, click here to become one. If you are, members are eligible to suggest names for the four new Continue Reading
July EMT of the Month
Written on July 17, 2015 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Karl Kuetzing has been a resident of Friday Harbor for 10 years and became an EMT in 2012. A transplant from the Midwest, Karl has been a Washingtonian for the last 25 years living on both the west and east sides of the state. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts from Cornell College in Environmental Continue Reading
Health Department Unveils New Water System Mapping Tool
Written on July 17, 2015 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Interactive Map of Water Systems now available online San Juan County Health and Community Services and Information Services have teamed up to launch an interactive mapping tool, showing all public water systems in the County. The public can now use the map to determine which parcels are within the boundaries of a public water system, Continue Reading
Cymbeline Starts Tonight
Written on July 16, 2015 at 10:09 am, by Tim Dustrude
Helen from Island Stage Left shares this quick note – They’re opening tonight through August 2 at Roche on Thursdays through Sundays (and Wold Rd. after that) – Here she is… Fantastic feedback from our tour! Now we’re home! Join the fun at our opening, tonight at 8:00 at Roche Harbor – See you there! Continue Reading
Chamber Member of the Month
Written on July 16, 2015 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
The SJI Chamber of Commerce shares this announcement with you… San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce Member of the Month Owner of Van Go’s Pizza, Daniel van Hamersfeld has more than 35 years of restaurant business under his belt. Before opening up Van Go’s pizza he headed up the kitchen at Vinny’s restaurant for two years Continue Reading
Innovative Blues at SJCT July 18
Written on July 16, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
The blues aren’t often associated with the North, but Massachusetts native Albert Cummings is breaking the mold. The blues guitarist brings his talents to San Juan Community Theatre on Saturday, July 18 at 7:30 p.m. As a child, Cummings learned the requisite three chords on the guitar from his father, but then switched to playing Continue Reading
Gypsy Instrumentals and Blues at Night Music July 16
Written on July 15, 2015 at 4:02 pm, by Tim Dustrude
An island trio and an island pianist showcase San Juan Community Theatre’s Night Music series in the intimate Gubelman Theatre on Thursday, July 16. OPA!—featuring Greg Sadowski, Bob Freeauf and Kirk Fuhrmeister—plays festive instrumental music in the Gypsy tradition of Eastern Europe, South America and Mexico (plus, a bit of flavored jazz, played acoustically on Continue Reading
Three Perspectives from the Redoubt
Written on July 15, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join San Juan Island artist Nancy Spaulding to learn how she utilizes photography and sketching on site during a artist workshop scheduled for 2 pm, Saturday, July 18 meeting in the American Camp parking area. Nancy’s workshop is for all levels of experience. Bring paper, pen, pencil, or pastels, a digital camera, sturdy shoes and Continue Reading
Friday Harbor Grange #225 News
Written on July 15, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Frank Penwell shares this news about the FH Grange. Way to go Chiara!!! Chiara Power, representing Friday Harbor Grange #225 won 2nd place at the WA State Grange Convention Talent Show Contest in Ellensburg. She will represent the WA State Grange at the National Grange Convention in Nebraska if the 1st place winner is unable Continue Reading
SJI Real Estate Market Summary
Written on July 15, 2015 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Merri Ann Simonson of Coldwell Banker SJI shares this quarter’s news… The second quarter results which complete the first half of the year for San Juan Island were very similar to 2014 as the real estate dollar volume reflected an increase of only 2% over the same period. The number of transactions was down slightly Continue Reading
Of Orcas and Men: What Killer Whales Can Teach Us
Written on July 15, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Author Talk & Book Signing on July 22 with David Neiwert Come to The Whale Museum on Wednesday, July 22, at 5:30 pm for an Author Talk & Book Signing with David Neiwert, author of the newly released book “Of Orcas and Men: What Killer Whales Can Teach Us”. David explores an extraordinary species and Continue Reading
Third Saturday Contra Dance
Written on July 15, 2015 at 5:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
Third Saturday Contradance at the San Juan Island Grange hall, 152 First Street. 7:00 to 9:00 pm, Saturday July 18th Laura Mé Smith from Seattle calling with “Cobbler”. Sponsored by SJI Grange #966. All are welcome. No partner needed. All dances taught. Donation $10
MacKaye Harbor Water District Special Three-day Candidate Filing Period
Written on July 15, 2015 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
On June 29th, the San Juan County Council adopted a resolution to call for an election for the formation of MacKaye Harbor Water District and to also call for a special filing period for the election of three commissioners to serve on the proposed district. Declarations of Candidacy will be accepted starting July 22nd at Continue Reading
Elwha Out for Summer
Written on July 14, 2015 at 3:43 pm, by Tim Dustrude
This just in from WSF… The 48-year-old Elwha will remain out of service for approximately four months while crews perform emergency repairs to a drive motor. We realize having one of our mid-sized vessels out for an extended period of time puts a strain on travelers, especially during the height of our busiest season. Until Continue Reading