Topic: Around Here
2nd Annual Oscar Party
Written on February 16, 2015 at 2:20 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Courtney Oldwyn regarding the upcoming 2nd Annual Oscar Party for MS Research… Hi Tim, I want to spread the word that I only have ONE table left to reserve for the 2nd Annual Red Carpet Oscar Party coming up at Tops’l on Sunday, February 22nd. While planning this event over the Continue Reading
IMA Grand Opening
Written on February 16, 2015 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Islands Museum of Art held their grand opening ceremony on Saturday, February 14th with the show “Illuminated” showing off the glass art of world renowned artist William Morris, as well as works by Shelley Muzylowski, Ross Richmond and Raven Skyriver. It is incredible what these artists can do with glass. More photos coming soon…
EMS Recognizes Excellence at Annual Banquet
Written on February 16, 2015 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Emergency Medical Services and Medevac completed another successful year serving the community with 1399 emergency calls. In recognition of this community’s medical responders, the annual San Juan Island EMS Awards Banquet was held on January 10, 2015 at the San Juan Island Yacht Club. The EMT of the Year Award for 2014 Continue Reading
School District Superintendent Search Update
Written on February 16, 2015 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island School District Board of Directors Chair Jack McKenna today provided an update on the process for hiring a new superintendent of schools. “We have a strong pool of candidates, and will now begin the process of selecting our next superintendent,” Mr. McKenna noted. The process is designed to include broad participation by Continue Reading
Marguerite Place water line replacement project begins March 2nd, 2015
Written on February 16, 2015 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Marguerite Place water line replacement is the Town’s next utility improvement project. Construction will take place between Park and Guard Streets. The project should commence on or near March 2nd and is expected to be completed within 60 calendar days. Travelers should expect delays and limited or no access during certain phases of the Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on February 16, 2015 at 5:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello. I’m Lilly. Don’t you just hate it when someone takes your picture on a bad hair day? Let me explain… I had been taking a lovely nap, snuggled deep under some blankets when the paparazzi arrived to take my photo. Normally, I would look much more “put together”, but you know how it is Continue Reading
Roche Harbor Fishing Derby Results
Written on February 15, 2015 at 4:23 am, by Tim Dustrude
Debbie Sandwith of the Roche Harbor Fishing Derby shares the results of last week’s derby… The 12th Annual 2015 Roche Harbor Salmon Classic was Sold-Out this year by December 19th. It was another HOT season of fishing going on here in the San Juan Islands. We weighed in a total of 147 Fish in 2 Continue Reading
Cotton Cotton Cotton Opens for the Season
Written on February 14, 2015 at 10:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this note from Randy and Gail down at Cotton… Hey Tim, Would you mind mentioning in The Update that Cotton Cotton Cotton is open again after our Winter Break? Our hours are 10:00 – 4:00 Thursday through Monday. We are getting in new merchandise daily and also running a Facebook contest. Just Like, Continue Reading
Children’s Festival 2015
Written on February 13, 2015 at 6:18 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Mark your calendars, folks! San Juan Island’s 25th Annual Children’s Festival is happening Saturday, May 2nd, 2015! We are pleased to announce that we have the sunniest theme, this side of the Pacific! Aloha! Escape to Paradise! This year we have selected a committee that’s been working hard to make our festival come alive: Adrienne Continue Reading
Give Mother Nature a Valentine
Written on February 13, 2015 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Valentine’s Day: Give Mother Nature a Valentine. Return Her Love for Your Life by Strengthening it. Project NatureConnect has provided a free, instant Valentine that nature lovers can give to Mother Nature because she deserves to enjoy our love and gratitude for her love and support of us. The unique online Valentine is interactive. It Continue Reading
Rumor Mill Is Open
Written on February 13, 2015 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Chameleons are rocking the house tonight at 7:30 pm, to kick off the first night of live music for 2015 at the Rumor Mill. Feeling the love? Come on over to the for some pre-Valentine’s Day live music. Be ready to boogie the night away. Come early and enjoy the specials featured for the Continue Reading
“Wild” Opera, Sunday at SJCT
Written on February 13, 2015 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Metropolitan Opera offers a wild and kaleidoscopic production of Offenbach’s operatic masterpiece, Les Contes d’Hoffmann, in HD at San Juan Community Theatre on Sunday, February 15 at 2:00 p.m. Recorded live earlier this month, the magnetic tenor Vittorio Grigolo takes on the tortured poet and unwitting adventurer of the title character. Hibla Gerzmava, Erin Continue Reading
Health Department Urges SJC Residents to Confirm their Immunizations
Written on February 13, 2015 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
The U.S. is currently experiencing outbreaks of measles, mumps and pertussis (whooping cough), including cases reported in Washington State. While no cases related to the current outbreaks have been reported in San Juan County, San Juan County Health & Community Services encourages individuals and family members to review their vaccination status. If vaccinations are not Continue Reading
Another New Baby in J pod!
Written on February 12, 2015 at 7:41 pm, by Tim Dustrude
This just in from the Center for Whale Research… After spending the past two weeks near the west entrance of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, J pod finally came back into the interior Salish Sea waters and showed off another brand new baby whale to the few observers that braved the mist and light Continue Reading
Be a Mentor… Do Something GREAT!
Written on February 12, 2015 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Mentoring program serves youth 8-14 years of age. Students who are mentored are more likely to improve academically and develop positive social skills. They are LESS likely to use drugs and alcohol. A mentor and their matched mentee spend one hour weekly for a minimum of one year. Training and ongoing support is Continue Reading
From Snapshots to Great Shots
Written on February 12, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
From Snapshots to Great Shots: How to Make Better Photographs with your digital camera in two easy sessions, February 21 and 28, 2015 at the Skagit Valley College. In the first session you’ll learn the fundamentals of photography, how to set up your camera, and then how to use the camera more effectively to get Continue Reading
2nd Annual Oscar Party
Written on February 16, 2015 at 2:20 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Courtney Oldwyn regarding the upcoming 2nd Annual Oscar Party for MS Research… Hi Tim, I want to spread the word that I only have ONE table left to reserve for the 2nd Annual Red Carpet Oscar Party coming up at Tops’l on Sunday, February 22nd. While planning this event over the Continue Reading
IMA Grand Opening
Written on February 16, 2015 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Islands Museum of Art held their grand opening ceremony on Saturday, February 14th with the show “Illuminated” showing off the glass art of world renowned artist William Morris, as well as works by Shelley Muzylowski, Ross Richmond and Raven Skyriver. It is incredible what these artists can do with glass. More photos coming soon…
EMS Recognizes Excellence at Annual Banquet
Written on February 16, 2015 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Emergency Medical Services and Medevac completed another successful year serving the community with 1399 emergency calls. In recognition of this community’s medical responders, the annual San Juan Island EMS Awards Banquet was held on January 10, 2015 at the San Juan Island Yacht Club. The EMT of the Year Award for 2014 Continue Reading
School District Superintendent Search Update
Written on February 16, 2015 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island School District Board of Directors Chair Jack McKenna today provided an update on the process for hiring a new superintendent of schools. “We have a strong pool of candidates, and will now begin the process of selecting our next superintendent,” Mr. McKenna noted. The process is designed to include broad participation by Continue Reading
Marguerite Place water line replacement project begins March 2nd, 2015
Written on February 16, 2015 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Marguerite Place water line replacement is the Town’s next utility improvement project. Construction will take place between Park and Guard Streets. The project should commence on or near March 2nd and is expected to be completed within 60 calendar days. Travelers should expect delays and limited or no access during certain phases of the Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on February 16, 2015 at 5:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello. I’m Lilly. Don’t you just hate it when someone takes your picture on a bad hair day? Let me explain… I had been taking a lovely nap, snuggled deep under some blankets when the paparazzi arrived to take my photo. Normally, I would look much more “put together”, but you know how it is Continue Reading
Roche Harbor Fishing Derby Results
Written on February 15, 2015 at 4:23 am, by Tim Dustrude
Debbie Sandwith of the Roche Harbor Fishing Derby shares the results of last week’s derby… The 12th Annual 2015 Roche Harbor Salmon Classic was Sold-Out this year by December 19th. It was another HOT season of fishing going on here in the San Juan Islands. We weighed in a total of 147 Fish in 2 Continue Reading
Cotton Cotton Cotton Opens for the Season
Written on February 14, 2015 at 10:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this note from Randy and Gail down at Cotton… Hey Tim, Would you mind mentioning in The Update that Cotton Cotton Cotton is open again after our Winter Break? Our hours are 10:00 – 4:00 Thursday through Monday. We are getting in new merchandise daily and also running a Facebook contest. Just Like, Continue Reading
Children’s Festival 2015
Written on February 13, 2015 at 6:18 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Mark your calendars, folks! San Juan Island’s 25th Annual Children’s Festival is happening Saturday, May 2nd, 2015! We are pleased to announce that we have the sunniest theme, this side of the Pacific! Aloha! Escape to Paradise! This year we have selected a committee that’s been working hard to make our festival come alive: Adrienne Continue Reading
Give Mother Nature a Valentine
Written on February 13, 2015 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Valentine’s Day: Give Mother Nature a Valentine. Return Her Love for Your Life by Strengthening it. Project NatureConnect has provided a free, instant Valentine that nature lovers can give to Mother Nature because she deserves to enjoy our love and gratitude for her love and support of us. The unique online Valentine is interactive. It Continue Reading
Rumor Mill Is Open
Written on February 13, 2015 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Chameleons are rocking the house tonight at 7:30 pm, to kick off the first night of live music for 2015 at the Rumor Mill. Feeling the love? Come on over to the for some pre-Valentine’s Day live music. Be ready to boogie the night away. Come early and enjoy the specials featured for the Continue Reading
“Wild” Opera, Sunday at SJCT
Written on February 13, 2015 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Metropolitan Opera offers a wild and kaleidoscopic production of Offenbach’s operatic masterpiece, Les Contes d’Hoffmann, in HD at San Juan Community Theatre on Sunday, February 15 at 2:00 p.m. Recorded live earlier this month, the magnetic tenor Vittorio Grigolo takes on the tortured poet and unwitting adventurer of the title character. Hibla Gerzmava, Erin Continue Reading
Health Department Urges SJC Residents to Confirm their Immunizations
Written on February 13, 2015 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
The U.S. is currently experiencing outbreaks of measles, mumps and pertussis (whooping cough), including cases reported in Washington State. While no cases related to the current outbreaks have been reported in San Juan County, San Juan County Health & Community Services encourages individuals and family members to review their vaccination status. If vaccinations are not Continue Reading
Another New Baby in J pod!
Written on February 12, 2015 at 7:41 pm, by Tim Dustrude
This just in from the Center for Whale Research… After spending the past two weeks near the west entrance of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, J pod finally came back into the interior Salish Sea waters and showed off another brand new baby whale to the few observers that braved the mist and light Continue Reading
Be a Mentor… Do Something GREAT!
Written on February 12, 2015 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Mentoring program serves youth 8-14 years of age. Students who are mentored are more likely to improve academically and develop positive social skills. They are LESS likely to use drugs and alcohol. A mentor and their matched mentee spend one hour weekly for a minimum of one year. Training and ongoing support is Continue Reading
From Snapshots to Great Shots
Written on February 12, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
From Snapshots to Great Shots: How to Make Better Photographs with your digital camera in two easy sessions, February 21 and 28, 2015 at the Skagit Valley College. In the first session you’ll learn the fundamentals of photography, how to set up your camera, and then how to use the camera more effectively to get Continue Reading