Topic: Around Here
Firewise Chipper Available on San Juan Island
Written on June 12, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Fire Rescue and the Firefighters Association are sponsoring a chipper rental assistance program for active Firewise Communities and communities that are in the process of joining the program on San Juan Island. Firewise is a national project designed to help communities that are located in fire hazard areas in the United States. Continue Reading
Welcome the New Ferry M/V Samish
Written on June 12, 2015 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Council and the Town of Friday Harbor will be welcoming the M/V Samish on her official maiden voyage to the San Juan Islands. The Welcome begins at 9:45 AM on Sunday, June 14th at the Friday Harbor ferry terminal. Musical entertainment will be provided by the San Juan Jazz Quintet followed by Continue Reading
Letter From the County Council
Written on June 12, 2015 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Editor, Eight months ago the County Council passed a resolution making San Juan County a voluntary Leave No Trace Area to facilitate the protection and preservation of our natural environment for all people- current and future generations. San Juan County is the first and only county in the nation to adopt these principles. We are Continue Reading
Swallow with Dinner
Written on June 11, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Miller shares this photo he captured of a swallow with dinner in his mouth. Here’s John with more… Tim – Don’t often see what the swallow’s that cruise our pond eat. That said, this fellow has captured a dragonfly and is ready to bring it to the nest. John
Chamber Chat
Written on June 11, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s the June edition of Chamber Chat, by Lauren Cohen, Co-Owner of San Juan Canvas & Chamber Board President… Here comes summer. By the looks of last weekend in town, the summer crowds are already arriving on our beautiful island. The summer months are always such a crazy and tiring time period for the business Continue Reading
Island Rec CPR and First Aid
Written on June 11, 2015 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just a few more days to register… Get Certified for the Summer! Upon successful completion of First Aid and CPR you will walk away with life-saving skills and have a first aid certification from the American Heart Association and/or a CPR certification, which are valid for two years. This is an ideal class for parents, babysitters, volunteer coaches Continue Reading
Roadriggers
Written on June 11, 2015 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
Roadriggers is back! They’ve been open down there at the Front Street location since Memorial Day weekend. But they’re up on top on what used to be the front parking area. They will be open 7 days a week from 11:00 am until late afternoon (closing time depends on how busy they are).
SJCT Seeks Directors for 2016 Plays
Written on June 11, 2015 at 5:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre’s new Artistic Director Bobby Ryan is calling for proposals from islanders interested in directing a play at SJCT during 2016. Ryan is scheduling the Theatre’s winter and fall plays and the popular Spring Musical and would like to hear from folks excited about directing a particular production. Potential directors are asked Continue Reading
Windermere SJI Community Service Day
Written on June 10, 2015 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note to the community from Tamara over at Windermere… Hi, Tim! Every year since 1984, Windermere associates have dedicated a day of work to complete neighborhood improvement projects as part of Windermere’s Community Service Day. Creating vibrant communities is one of the things that inspire all of us at Windermere to be involved Continue Reading
Family Art Days This Summer at IMA
Written on June 10, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Family Art Days are Back! And now they’re in town, in the orchard beside the new IMA building. A longtime tradition, Family Art Days give kids and families a fun and free creative outdoor project each Saturday throughout the summer, starting July 4th. Each Family Art Day is led by an island artist. Drop in Continue Reading
Michael Vargas – Marine R.I.P.
Written on June 10, 2015 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Minnie Knych shares this sad news… I received a very sad phone call yesterday. Michael Vargas who served his country with honor and disctintion in Afghanistan, returned home and began raising a family. He was killed in a motorcycle accident and leaves behind a wife and 8 month old daughter. LCPL Michael Vargas is the Continue Reading
Save Ferris!
Written on June 10, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Drive-In at the Fairgrounds; Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Time: 9:50pm, Parking and Concessions open at 8:30pm. Admission: $5/person, family of 5/$20, ages 5 and under FREE. Plot: A high school wise guy is determined to have a day off from school, despite what the principal thinks of that. Starring: Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck, Mia Sara, Continue Reading
Mausoleum
Written on June 9, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Local photographer Aaron Shepard was out at the Mausoleum out by Roche recently and shot this cool photo to share with SJ Update readers. Great shot Aaron – Thanks for sharing!
Pet of the Week
Written on June 9, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Move over, Brad Pitt, there’s a new heart throb in town….ME! I’m Skippy, aka “Skippy the Wonder Dog”. I may be small, and yes, now that you mention it, I may only have three of the legs I originally came with – but trust, me – that hasn’t slowed me down a bit. I’m only Continue Reading
Chosen: Stephanie’s Story
Written on June 9, 2015 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Editor’s note – This post covers material that is not your happy, good news type of stuff that you usually read on the Update. Stephanie’s story is disturbing, and it illustrates why this upcoming community education event on June 24th at SJCT is so important. More on that at the end of the post… Stephanie’s Story On my Continue Reading
Service Scholarship Awards
Written on June 9, 2015 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
With graduation ceremonies behind us, we close the books on a big year for the San Juan Island Service Scholarship Program. The program is designed to inspire young men and women to become active volunteers and give back to our community. This year we awarded twenty-three (yes, that number is correct) $1,000 scholarships to graduating Continue Reading
Firewise Chipper Available on San Juan Island
Written on June 12, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Fire Rescue and the Firefighters Association are sponsoring a chipper rental assistance program for active Firewise Communities and communities that are in the process of joining the program on San Juan Island. Firewise is a national project designed to help communities that are located in fire hazard areas in the United States. Continue Reading
Welcome the New Ferry M/V Samish
Written on June 12, 2015 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Council and the Town of Friday Harbor will be welcoming the M/V Samish on her official maiden voyage to the San Juan Islands. The Welcome begins at 9:45 AM on Sunday, June 14th at the Friday Harbor ferry terminal. Musical entertainment will be provided by the San Juan Jazz Quintet followed by Continue Reading
Letter From the County Council
Written on June 12, 2015 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Editor, Eight months ago the County Council passed a resolution making San Juan County a voluntary Leave No Trace Area to facilitate the protection and preservation of our natural environment for all people- current and future generations. San Juan County is the first and only county in the nation to adopt these principles. We are Continue Reading
Swallow with Dinner
Written on June 11, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Miller shares this photo he captured of a swallow with dinner in his mouth. Here’s John with more… Tim – Don’t often see what the swallow’s that cruise our pond eat. That said, this fellow has captured a dragonfly and is ready to bring it to the nest. John
Chamber Chat
Written on June 11, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s the June edition of Chamber Chat, by Lauren Cohen, Co-Owner of San Juan Canvas & Chamber Board President… Here comes summer. By the looks of last weekend in town, the summer crowds are already arriving on our beautiful island. The summer months are always such a crazy and tiring time period for the business Continue Reading
Island Rec CPR and First Aid
Written on June 11, 2015 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just a few more days to register… Get Certified for the Summer! Upon successful completion of First Aid and CPR you will walk away with life-saving skills and have a first aid certification from the American Heart Association and/or a CPR certification, which are valid for two years. This is an ideal class for parents, babysitters, volunteer coaches Continue Reading
Roadriggers
Written on June 11, 2015 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
Roadriggers is back! They’ve been open down there at the Front Street location since Memorial Day weekend. But they’re up on top on what used to be the front parking area. They will be open 7 days a week from 11:00 am until late afternoon (closing time depends on how busy they are).
SJCT Seeks Directors for 2016 Plays
Written on June 11, 2015 at 5:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre’s new Artistic Director Bobby Ryan is calling for proposals from islanders interested in directing a play at SJCT during 2016. Ryan is scheduling the Theatre’s winter and fall plays and the popular Spring Musical and would like to hear from folks excited about directing a particular production. Potential directors are asked Continue Reading
Windermere SJI Community Service Day
Written on June 10, 2015 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note to the community from Tamara over at Windermere… Hi, Tim! Every year since 1984, Windermere associates have dedicated a day of work to complete neighborhood improvement projects as part of Windermere’s Community Service Day. Creating vibrant communities is one of the things that inspire all of us at Windermere to be involved Continue Reading
Family Art Days This Summer at IMA
Written on June 10, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Family Art Days are Back! And now they’re in town, in the orchard beside the new IMA building. A longtime tradition, Family Art Days give kids and families a fun and free creative outdoor project each Saturday throughout the summer, starting July 4th. Each Family Art Day is led by an island artist. Drop in Continue Reading
Michael Vargas – Marine R.I.P.
Written on June 10, 2015 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Minnie Knych shares this sad news… I received a very sad phone call yesterday. Michael Vargas who served his country with honor and disctintion in Afghanistan, returned home and began raising a family. He was killed in a motorcycle accident and leaves behind a wife and 8 month old daughter. LCPL Michael Vargas is the Continue Reading
Save Ferris!
Written on June 10, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Drive-In at the Fairgrounds; Ferris Bueller’s Day Off Time: 9:50pm, Parking and Concessions open at 8:30pm. Admission: $5/person, family of 5/$20, ages 5 and under FREE. Plot: A high school wise guy is determined to have a day off from school, despite what the principal thinks of that. Starring: Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck, Mia Sara, Continue Reading
Mausoleum
Written on June 9, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Local photographer Aaron Shepard was out at the Mausoleum out by Roche recently and shot this cool photo to share with SJ Update readers. Great shot Aaron – Thanks for sharing!
Pet of the Week
Written on June 9, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Move over, Brad Pitt, there’s a new heart throb in town….ME! I’m Skippy, aka “Skippy the Wonder Dog”. I may be small, and yes, now that you mention it, I may only have three of the legs I originally came with – but trust, me – that hasn’t slowed me down a bit. I’m only Continue Reading
Chosen: Stephanie’s Story
Written on June 9, 2015 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Editor’s note – This post covers material that is not your happy, good news type of stuff that you usually read on the Update. Stephanie’s story is disturbing, and it illustrates why this upcoming community education event on June 24th at SJCT is so important. More on that at the end of the post… Stephanie’s Story On my Continue Reading
Service Scholarship Awards
Written on June 9, 2015 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
With graduation ceremonies behind us, we close the books on a big year for the San Juan Island Service Scholarship Program. The program is designed to inspire young men and women to become active volunteers and give back to our community. This year we awarded twenty-three (yes, that number is correct) $1,000 scholarships to graduating Continue Reading