Topic: Around Here
Business Boot Camp for Women
Written on March 13, 2015 at 5:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
Women entrepreneurs are invited to attend the EDC’s Women’s Business Boot Camp, an all-day workshop specifically designed to tune up or start-up businesses. Participants will learn how to write or revamp a business plan, find funding, learn about marketing and crowdfunding, learn how to get lucrative government contracts, how to network for business growth, and Continue Reading
SVC Creative Writing Workshop
Written on March 13, 2015 at 5:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
Starting in April at the San Juan Center, dip into the craft of creative writing with this workshop-based course for all skill levels. Experiment with all genres — enjoying fiction, memoir, poetry, and drama. Students will read and discuss a wide variety of literature, compose original works, and participate in peer feedback. This class is Continue Reading
Orca Greeting Ceremony
Written on March 13, 2015 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
9th Annual Celebration of the Orca Greeting Ceremony Each summer, our resident pods of orca whales come together in what are called “greeting ceremonies.” In this spirit, The Whale Museum invites all orca supporters to our 9th Annual Celebration of the “Orca Greeting Ceremony.” This Fundraising Dinner and Auction will be held on Friday, April Continue Reading
Logic and Accuracy Test
Written on March 13, 2015 at 5:23 am, by Tim Dustrude
Logic and Accuracy Test March 25 Voters in the San Juan Island Park and Recreation District will be deciding on a levy for the district in the April 28 Special Election. A “Logic and Accuracy” test of ballot tabulating equipment used in San Juan County for the election is scheduled for March 25. The test Continue Reading
2015 Spelling Bee
Written on March 12, 2015 at 6:51 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Justin Ha walked away from this year’s Spelling Bee with $100.00 for himself, $200.00 for his 7th grade class (Mr. McMain) and $300.00 for the FH Middle School after winning first place out of a group of 22 FH Elementary, FH Middle School and Paideia Classical School contestants. 2nd Place went to Joshua May who Continue Reading
Call for Children’s Festival Activity Providers
Written on March 12, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is still recruiting for local organizations that would like to participate in the 25th Annual Children’s Festival by hosting an activity. In keeping with this year’s festival theme – Aloha! Escape to Paradise! – activity providers will be joined by the likes of The Whale Museum, Families and Neighbors Support Island Rec, the Continue Reading
March for Meals Luncheon
Written on March 12, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
March for Meals Luncheon at Mullis Senior Center to support Meals on Wheels and More The community is invited to enjoy a delicious lunch and live entertainment by Jim Moe aka “Frank Sinatra.” As part of the nationwide March for Meals campaign, the Mullis Community Senior center will host a special community-wide luncheon to benefit Continue Reading
FHFF Tuesday Films: Running from Crazy
Written on March 12, 2015 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The true story of the Hemingway family and their struggles with mental illness. A documentary in which the model and actress, Mariel Hemingway, great granddaughter of Ernest Hemingway comes to terms with her family history of suicide and mental illness. As Mariel finds her way to overcoming this for herself and her daughters, she also Continue Reading
5th Grade Pancake Breakfast
Written on March 12, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Debbi Fincher about the upcoming 5th Grade Pancake Breakfast fundraiser… Hi Tim, My youngest, Luke, is in the 5th grade this year and it’s the annual pilgrimage to the Seattle Pacific Science Center. We could use your help in getting the word out on the tradition of a Pancake Breakfast made Continue Reading
Jim Says Thanks
Written on March 12, 2015 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Jim Morrison of the Island Chordsmen Plus, shares this note of thanks with you… The dust has settled from our “Island Chordsmen Plus” Singing Valentine effort of last month, and it is due time to publicly thank all those who had a part in the fun: those singing and all the receivers; and others making Continue Reading
The Great Islands Clean Up
Written on March 12, 2015 at 5:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just a quick note here to let you know to Save the Date! The Great Islands Clean Up, (yes, that’s right – “Islands” with an ‘s’) is coming up on Saturday, April 18, from 9:00 am until noon. More information will follow as the time draws closer, but for now – you know that’s the Continue Reading
Kingfisher on a Piling
Written on March 11, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
What do you do while waiting for the ferry in Anacortes? John Miller walks the beach and looks for cool stuff to photograph. Here’s a Kingfisher on a Piling he saw earlier this week. Thanks for sharing John!
Healthy You: Fireside Chat No. 3
Written on March 11, 2015 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Peace Island Medical Center (PIMC), at 1117 Spring Street, is hosting its third in a series of free, public community education “Fireside Chats” as part of its “Healthy You” program. The next Fireside Chat will be presented by Jason Heiner, MD, from 4 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18 in the PIMC lobby by Continue Reading
Be Safe on St. Patrick’s Day
Written on March 11, 2015 at 5:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Sheriff Ron Krebs… St. Patrick’s Day brings to mind shamrocks, leprechauns, pots of gold, the color green, and good luck. But no amount of luck can save you from a drunk driving crash. So whether your are driving buzzed or sober, we at the Sheriff Office want to ensure everone makes Continue Reading
Volunteering at the Animal Shelter – Everyone Wins!
Written on March 11, 2015 at 5:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
Do you have some free time, love animals and have an interest in making a difference in your community? If the answer is yes, then the Animal Shelter is the place for you! The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor is always in need of caring folks for a wide variety of tasks. Whether you’d Continue Reading
Tide Bites
Written on March 10, 2015 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s an excerpt from this month’s University of Washington Labs Tide Bites newsletter, written by Petra Ditsche… Years ago when I stepped into a river and experienced the strong forces of the current, I wondered how animals are able to live in such a challenging environment. This experience stayed with me, and the interplay of Continue Reading
Business Boot Camp for Women
Written on March 13, 2015 at 5:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
Women entrepreneurs are invited to attend the EDC’s Women’s Business Boot Camp, an all-day workshop specifically designed to tune up or start-up businesses. Participants will learn how to write or revamp a business plan, find funding, learn about marketing and crowdfunding, learn how to get lucrative government contracts, how to network for business growth, and Continue Reading
SVC Creative Writing Workshop
Written on March 13, 2015 at 5:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
Starting in April at the San Juan Center, dip into the craft of creative writing with this workshop-based course for all skill levels. Experiment with all genres — enjoying fiction, memoir, poetry, and drama. Students will read and discuss a wide variety of literature, compose original works, and participate in peer feedback. This class is Continue Reading
Orca Greeting Ceremony
Written on March 13, 2015 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
9th Annual Celebration of the Orca Greeting Ceremony Each summer, our resident pods of orca whales come together in what are called “greeting ceremonies.” In this spirit, The Whale Museum invites all orca supporters to our 9th Annual Celebration of the “Orca Greeting Ceremony.” This Fundraising Dinner and Auction will be held on Friday, April Continue Reading
Logic and Accuracy Test
Written on March 13, 2015 at 5:23 am, by Tim Dustrude
Logic and Accuracy Test March 25 Voters in the San Juan Island Park and Recreation District will be deciding on a levy for the district in the April 28 Special Election. A “Logic and Accuracy” test of ballot tabulating equipment used in San Juan County for the election is scheduled for March 25. The test Continue Reading
2015 Spelling Bee
Written on March 12, 2015 at 6:51 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Justin Ha walked away from this year’s Spelling Bee with $100.00 for himself, $200.00 for his 7th grade class (Mr. McMain) and $300.00 for the FH Middle School after winning first place out of a group of 22 FH Elementary, FH Middle School and Paideia Classical School contestants. 2nd Place went to Joshua May who Continue Reading
Call for Children’s Festival Activity Providers
Written on March 12, 2015 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is still recruiting for local organizations that would like to participate in the 25th Annual Children’s Festival by hosting an activity. In keeping with this year’s festival theme – Aloha! Escape to Paradise! – activity providers will be joined by the likes of The Whale Museum, Families and Neighbors Support Island Rec, the Continue Reading
March for Meals Luncheon
Written on March 12, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
March for Meals Luncheon at Mullis Senior Center to support Meals on Wheels and More The community is invited to enjoy a delicious lunch and live entertainment by Jim Moe aka “Frank Sinatra.” As part of the nationwide March for Meals campaign, the Mullis Community Senior center will host a special community-wide luncheon to benefit Continue Reading
FHFF Tuesday Films: Running from Crazy
Written on March 12, 2015 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The true story of the Hemingway family and their struggles with mental illness. A documentary in which the model and actress, Mariel Hemingway, great granddaughter of Ernest Hemingway comes to terms with her family history of suicide and mental illness. As Mariel finds her way to overcoming this for herself and her daughters, she also Continue Reading
5th Grade Pancake Breakfast
Written on March 12, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Debbi Fincher about the upcoming 5th Grade Pancake Breakfast fundraiser… Hi Tim, My youngest, Luke, is in the 5th grade this year and it’s the annual pilgrimage to the Seattle Pacific Science Center. We could use your help in getting the word out on the tradition of a Pancake Breakfast made Continue Reading
Jim Says Thanks
Written on March 12, 2015 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Jim Morrison of the Island Chordsmen Plus, shares this note of thanks with you… The dust has settled from our “Island Chordsmen Plus” Singing Valentine effort of last month, and it is due time to publicly thank all those who had a part in the fun: those singing and all the receivers; and others making Continue Reading
The Great Islands Clean Up
Written on March 12, 2015 at 5:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just a quick note here to let you know to Save the Date! The Great Islands Clean Up, (yes, that’s right – “Islands” with an ‘s’) is coming up on Saturday, April 18, from 9:00 am until noon. More information will follow as the time draws closer, but for now – you know that’s the Continue Reading
Kingfisher on a Piling
Written on March 11, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
What do you do while waiting for the ferry in Anacortes? John Miller walks the beach and looks for cool stuff to photograph. Here’s a Kingfisher on a Piling he saw earlier this week. Thanks for sharing John!
Healthy You: Fireside Chat No. 3
Written on March 11, 2015 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Peace Island Medical Center (PIMC), at 1117 Spring Street, is hosting its third in a series of free, public community education “Fireside Chats” as part of its “Healthy You” program. The next Fireside Chat will be presented by Jason Heiner, MD, from 4 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18 in the PIMC lobby by Continue Reading
Be Safe on St. Patrick’s Day
Written on March 11, 2015 at 5:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Sheriff Ron Krebs… St. Patrick’s Day brings to mind shamrocks, leprechauns, pots of gold, the color green, and good luck. But no amount of luck can save you from a drunk driving crash. So whether your are driving buzzed or sober, we at the Sheriff Office want to ensure everone makes Continue Reading
Volunteering at the Animal Shelter – Everyone Wins!
Written on March 11, 2015 at 5:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
Do you have some free time, love animals and have an interest in making a difference in your community? If the answer is yes, then the Animal Shelter is the place for you! The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor is always in need of caring folks for a wide variety of tasks. Whether you’d Continue Reading
Tide Bites
Written on March 10, 2015 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s an excerpt from this month’s University of Washington Labs Tide Bites newsletter, written by Petra Ditsche… Years ago when I stepped into a river and experienced the strong forces of the current, I wondered how animals are able to live in such a challenging environment. This experience stayed with me, and the interplay of Continue Reading