Topic: Around Here
County Positions Available
Written on May 6, 2015 at 11:43 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The County Council is searching for San Juan County citizens to fill current and upcoming vacancies on various boards and commissions. Additional information about each committee is available on the County’s website. Persons interested in serving on a board or advisory committee should fill out an Advisory Committee Application or Contact the Council Office at: Continue Reading
Prom this Weekend
Written on May 6, 2015 at 11:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Tanja Williamson sends this reminder… Hi Tim! Could you please post a reminder that the Prom for Grown Ups is this Saturday and people can contact me for tickets at (360) 472-0337. They can pay at the door too, but we’re trying to pre-sell as many as possible to get an idea for planning. Thank Continue Reading
Monica Harrington Running for Hospital District Commissioner
Written on May 6, 2015 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
My name is Monica Harrington, and I’m running for public hospital district commissioner here on San Juan Island. My goal is serve the interests of the public. I believe in accountability, transparency, and ongoing, responsive oversight to ensure our public tax dollars are spent wisely and islanders can access essential health services at reasonable rates. Continue Reading
Community Dinner Tonight!
Written on May 6, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Community Dinner Tonight! Wednesday May 6th 5:30 – 7:30 in the Friday Harbor High School Commons The Ballet Folklorio de Monarca will dance and there will be an OPEN HOUSE for the new STEM Building (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) between 6:00 – 7:00. Dinner will be amazing: House-Smoked Pork Carnitas : Applewood smoked pork shoulder chopped and Continue Reading
Keeping Time: The Art of Anelecia Hannah Brooks
Written on May 6, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Ruth Offen of Waterworks Gallery shares these thoughts with you about the artist and art show which opens this weekend… Last year, walking into a friend’s business, on her counter I spied a catalog of the painter named Anelecia Hannah. On its cover was a portrait of a young woman staring back at me in all Continue Reading
Little Girls Gone Home
Written on May 6, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s this month’s history column from The San Juan Historical Society… The San Juan Historical Society & Museum has joined with the Town of Friday Harbor, San Juan Island National Historical Park, and Trails Committee to offer free special events in May for History Lives Here month. This Saturday it’s the historical museum’s turn, with Continue Reading
Mother’s Day Wildflower Walks
Written on May 6, 2015 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Treat your mom to the wonders of springtime in the islands! Join Land Bank stewards on one of two guided walks atop Cady Mountain Preserve to explore the beauty and diversity of wildflowers, habitats, and vistas the mountain has to offer. Sunday, May 10, 2015 at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm at Cady Mountain Preserve, San Juan Continue Reading
Tour the M/V Samish
Written on May 5, 2015 at 2:12 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Washington State Ferries is holding an open house for the public to tour the newest boat in the fleet, the M/V Samish. When: 10:00 am until 4:00 pm Wednesday, May 20, 2015 Where: Anacortes Ferry Terminal What: Tour the newest Washington State Ferry, M/V Samish Attend a free tour of the M/V Samish, the second of three new Olympic Continue Reading
Drive-In Movie: A League of Their Own
Written on May 5, 2015 at 2:01 pm, by Tim Dustrude
This Friday, load up the car and head on over to the Fairgrounds for the classic baseball film, A League of Their Own! Two sisters join the first female professional baseball league and struggle to help it succeed amidst their own growing rivalry. (1992) Starring: Geena Davis, Tom Hanks, Madonna. Rated: PG, Running time: 128 Continue Reading
It’s Teddy Bear Time May 9!
Written on May 5, 2015 at 1:09 pm, by Tim Dustrude
CATS’ annual Teddy Bear Picnic returns to San Juan Community Theatre on Saturday, May 9. The FREE event from noon to 2:00 in the patio garden and Gubelman Theatre features face painting, cookie decorating, refreshments, and, of course, teddy bears! This year, local musician Kirk Fuhrmeister will be providing the entertainment—playing music, singing and telling Continue Reading
Nepal Earthquake Help
Written on May 5, 2015 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a letter to the people of Friday Harbor from Linda Cooper… Dear San Juan Update, My dear friend, Marty Robinson, long time Friday Harbor Elementary School secretary, was trekking in Nepal when the recent earthquake took place. She is safe with a group of 5 people from the Northwest organized by 4winds of Seattle. Having Continue Reading
San Juan County Welcomes New Public Works Director
Written on May 5, 2015 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County is pleased to announce the hiring of Brian Vincent as its new Public Works Director. Mr. Vincent brings to San Juan County a vast wealth of public works knowledge and experience gained from having worked in local government over the past 25 years. Brian comes to San Juan County by way of Continue Reading
Be a Champion for the Salish Sea!
Written on May 5, 2015 at 5:26 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friends of the San Juans would love for you to consider donating to support their work. Here’s their official press release… GiveBIG to FRIENDS of the San Juans on May 5! Since 1979, FRIENDS of the San Juans has worked hard to protect and restore the San Juan Islands and the Salish Sea for people Continue Reading
Spring Street Landing Bulkhead Ready in Time for Summer
Written on May 4, 2015 at 3:11 pm, by Tim Dustrude
On Friday May 3, Friday Harbor Port Commissioner Greg Hertel did the official honors by cutting the ribbon at the newly constructed Spring Street Landing Bulkhead. The waterfront project has been on the “must do” list for many years, and reconstruction of the Spring Street Landing Building provided the perfect opportunity. PND Engineers designed the Continue Reading
Children’s Festival
Written on May 4, 2015 at 1:28 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec’s 25th annual Children’s Festival was held on Saturday at the fairgrounds with about 1200 people in attendance. 34 local organizations provided activities for the event, ranging from fishing for a prize, coconut bowling, face painting, puppet shows, and of course Trash to Treasures with Kevin Roth. 25 volunteers manned booths or helped with Continue Reading
Theater Games Workshop
Written on May 4, 2015 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Save the Date! “Theatre Games” Workshop May 23, May 30 and June 7 The San Juan County Arts Council (SJCAC) is sponsoring a workshop “Theatre Games”, to be led by new Lopezians and long-time theatre folks Bob and Sean O’Connell. The workshop will be offered on Lopez Island at the Lopez Center for Community and Continue Reading
County Positions Available
Written on May 6, 2015 at 11:43 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The County Council is searching for San Juan County citizens to fill current and upcoming vacancies on various boards and commissions. Additional information about each committee is available on the County’s website. Persons interested in serving on a board or advisory committee should fill out an Advisory Committee Application or Contact the Council Office at: Continue Reading
Prom this Weekend
Written on May 6, 2015 at 11:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Tanja Williamson sends this reminder… Hi Tim! Could you please post a reminder that the Prom for Grown Ups is this Saturday and people can contact me for tickets at (360) 472-0337. They can pay at the door too, but we’re trying to pre-sell as many as possible to get an idea for planning. Thank Continue Reading
Monica Harrington Running for Hospital District Commissioner
Written on May 6, 2015 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
My name is Monica Harrington, and I’m running for public hospital district commissioner here on San Juan Island. My goal is serve the interests of the public. I believe in accountability, transparency, and ongoing, responsive oversight to ensure our public tax dollars are spent wisely and islanders can access essential health services at reasonable rates. Continue Reading
Community Dinner Tonight!
Written on May 6, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Community Dinner Tonight! Wednesday May 6th 5:30 – 7:30 in the Friday Harbor High School Commons The Ballet Folklorio de Monarca will dance and there will be an OPEN HOUSE for the new STEM Building (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) between 6:00 – 7:00. Dinner will be amazing: House-Smoked Pork Carnitas : Applewood smoked pork shoulder chopped and Continue Reading
Keeping Time: The Art of Anelecia Hannah Brooks
Written on May 6, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Ruth Offen of Waterworks Gallery shares these thoughts with you about the artist and art show which opens this weekend… Last year, walking into a friend’s business, on her counter I spied a catalog of the painter named Anelecia Hannah. On its cover was a portrait of a young woman staring back at me in all Continue Reading
Little Girls Gone Home
Written on May 6, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s this month’s history column from The San Juan Historical Society… The San Juan Historical Society & Museum has joined with the Town of Friday Harbor, San Juan Island National Historical Park, and Trails Committee to offer free special events in May for History Lives Here month. This Saturday it’s the historical museum’s turn, with Continue Reading
Mother’s Day Wildflower Walks
Written on May 6, 2015 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Treat your mom to the wonders of springtime in the islands! Join Land Bank stewards on one of two guided walks atop Cady Mountain Preserve to explore the beauty and diversity of wildflowers, habitats, and vistas the mountain has to offer. Sunday, May 10, 2015 at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm at Cady Mountain Preserve, San Juan Continue Reading
Tour the M/V Samish
Written on May 5, 2015 at 2:12 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Washington State Ferries is holding an open house for the public to tour the newest boat in the fleet, the M/V Samish. When: 10:00 am until 4:00 pm Wednesday, May 20, 2015 Where: Anacortes Ferry Terminal What: Tour the newest Washington State Ferry, M/V Samish Attend a free tour of the M/V Samish, the second of three new Olympic Continue Reading
Drive-In Movie: A League of Their Own
Written on May 5, 2015 at 2:01 pm, by Tim Dustrude
This Friday, load up the car and head on over to the Fairgrounds for the classic baseball film, A League of Their Own! Two sisters join the first female professional baseball league and struggle to help it succeed amidst their own growing rivalry. (1992) Starring: Geena Davis, Tom Hanks, Madonna. Rated: PG, Running time: 128 Continue Reading
It’s Teddy Bear Time May 9!
Written on May 5, 2015 at 1:09 pm, by Tim Dustrude
CATS’ annual Teddy Bear Picnic returns to San Juan Community Theatre on Saturday, May 9. The FREE event from noon to 2:00 in the patio garden and Gubelman Theatre features face painting, cookie decorating, refreshments, and, of course, teddy bears! This year, local musician Kirk Fuhrmeister will be providing the entertainment—playing music, singing and telling Continue Reading
Nepal Earthquake Help
Written on May 5, 2015 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a letter to the people of Friday Harbor from Linda Cooper… Dear San Juan Update, My dear friend, Marty Robinson, long time Friday Harbor Elementary School secretary, was trekking in Nepal when the recent earthquake took place. She is safe with a group of 5 people from the Northwest organized by 4winds of Seattle. Having Continue Reading
San Juan County Welcomes New Public Works Director
Written on May 5, 2015 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County is pleased to announce the hiring of Brian Vincent as its new Public Works Director. Mr. Vincent brings to San Juan County a vast wealth of public works knowledge and experience gained from having worked in local government over the past 25 years. Brian comes to San Juan County by way of Continue Reading
Be a Champion for the Salish Sea!
Written on May 5, 2015 at 5:26 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friends of the San Juans would love for you to consider donating to support their work. Here’s their official press release… GiveBIG to FRIENDS of the San Juans on May 5! Since 1979, FRIENDS of the San Juans has worked hard to protect and restore the San Juan Islands and the Salish Sea for people Continue Reading
Spring Street Landing Bulkhead Ready in Time for Summer
Written on May 4, 2015 at 3:11 pm, by Tim Dustrude
On Friday May 3, Friday Harbor Port Commissioner Greg Hertel did the official honors by cutting the ribbon at the newly constructed Spring Street Landing Bulkhead. The waterfront project has been on the “must do” list for many years, and reconstruction of the Spring Street Landing Building provided the perfect opportunity. PND Engineers designed the Continue Reading
Children’s Festival
Written on May 4, 2015 at 1:28 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec’s 25th annual Children’s Festival was held on Saturday at the fairgrounds with about 1200 people in attendance. 34 local organizations provided activities for the event, ranging from fishing for a prize, coconut bowling, face painting, puppet shows, and of course Trash to Treasures with Kevin Roth. 25 volunteers manned booths or helped with Continue Reading
Theater Games Workshop
Written on May 4, 2015 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Save the Date! “Theatre Games” Workshop May 23, May 30 and June 7 The San Juan County Arts Council (SJCAC) is sponsoring a workshop “Theatre Games”, to be led by new Lopezians and long-time theatre folks Bob and Sean O’Connell. The workshop will be offered on Lopez Island at the Lopez Center for Community and Continue Reading