Topic: Around Here
Visitors Mean Business to Local and State Economies
Written on February 12, 2015 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Barbara Marrett from the Visitor’s Bureau shares this note about tourism… Washington State Legislature is poised to support permanent funding for tourism promotion Here are a few facts about San Juan County and Washington State that not everyone knows: Tourism is the fourth largest industry in San Juan County and Washington State Washington in the Continue Reading
Book-It Repertory Brings Alice to SJCT
Written on February 12, 2015 at 5:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
FREE! Book-It Repertory Brings Alice to San Juan Community Theatre Lewis Carroll’s prized book, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, moves to the stage for island youngsters on Friday, February 13. Starting at 3:00 p.m., the Northwest’s Book-It Repertory Theatre will present their own adaptation of the classic story in San Juan Community Theatre’s Whittier Theatre, bringing Continue Reading
FHFF Tuesday: Bidder 70
Written on February 12, 2015 at 5:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Film Festival 2015 Winter Film Series presents: BIDDER 70 Tim DeChristoper is Bidder 70, a young man who derailed an illegal BLM oil and gas auction in a courageous act of civil disobedience. DeChristopher, a student environmentalist, aka “Bidder 70”, monkey wrenched President Bush’s last minute, fraudulent BLM Oil & Gas Lease Auction Continue Reading
Salmon fishing to close Feb. 15 in San Juan Islands
Written on February 12, 2015 at 5:20 am, by Tim Dustrude
Debbie Sandwith at Roche Harbor shares this notice from the Dept. of Fish & Wildlife… The recreational fishery in Marine Area 7 (San Juan Islands) will close to salmon fishing at the end of the day Feb. 15. Fishery managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) made the decision after evaluating catch Continue Reading
Win a Hawaiian Getaway
Written on February 11, 2015 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza and Hawaiian Getaway Tickets on Sale Now! Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 14 when Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor holds its 17th annual, ever popular, St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza at the San Juan Island Yacht Club. Tickets are on sale now at Spa d Bune and The Toy Box for Continue Reading
A Valentine Crafternoon for Adults
Written on February 11, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
This happens today from 4 – 6 pm… It’s the adults’ turn to play with paper and scissors and make something for that someone special. Supplies provided, but feel free to supplement with your own. No registration necessary. San Juan Island Library meeting room, free. Wednesday, February 11, from 4-6PM
SJCT Job Opening: Artistic Director
Written on February 11, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre Artistic Director (part-time position) Working in close partnership with the Theatre’s Chief Administrative Officer, the Artistic Director is responsible for conceiving, developing, and implementing the artistic vision and focus of the organization. Selects and evaluates programs for the year, including local stage productions and performance groups, touring artists, school presentations, educational Continue Reading
60 Minutes of Love
Written on February 11, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a Valentine’s reminder from Helen at Island Stage Left… Before or after your Valentine dinner, come and join us at 7:00 on the 13th or 7:00 or 8:15 on the 14th. Today is the last day to ask for poems to be dedicated to someone (or people) you LOVE. See details on the poster. Continue Reading
CD Release Celebration for Dave McGraw and Mandy Fer
Written on February 10, 2015 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dave and Mandy have been touring extensively throughout the U.S. and Europe and will be back on the island with a live concert celebrating the release of their new album, Maritime, which captures a moment in time and place from their seaside home. Upon early release in Europe, Maritime charted at #1 on the EuroAmericana Chart for two Continue Reading
Spay ghetti Dinner
Written on February 10, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Gather the troups and join us at the Mullis Community Center for the animal shelter’s annual ‘Spay’Ghetti Dinner to help fund the APS spay/neuter programs. This year’s dinner menu will include choice of spaghetti with meat sauce or fettucini alfredo, caesar salad, jello salad, garlic bread and a huge array of homemade desserts created by some Continue Reading
2nd Fireside Chat
Written on February 10, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center (PIMC), at 1117 Spring St. in Friday Harbor, is hosting a series of free, public community education “Fireside Chats” as part of its new “Healthy You” program. The next Fireside Chat will be presented by Cheryl Kubisty, MD, from 4 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 18 in the PIMC Continue Reading
County Positions Available
Written on February 10, 2015 at 5:30 am, 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
You Can Fix-It Fair
Written on February 9, 2015 at 2:36 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor (SIFRI) offers a free fair that empowers women to make simple repairs and home improvements. Open to the public, the You Can Fix It Fair is Saturday, February 28, 9 a.m. – noon, at Friday Harbor Thrift House, 667 Mullis Street, Friday Harbor. Admission is free. Walk-ins welcome, but reservations Continue Reading
Wolverine Winter Playoff Update
Written on February 9, 2015 at 2:29 pm, by Tim Dustrude
FHHS Athletic Director Rod Turnbull shares this letter with you… We are just beginning the winter portion of our post season events. Wrestling got a jump start on all of us and had a great showing this past weekend at Darrington (boys) and Burlington (girls). Below is an update on the post season opportunities for Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on February 9, 2015 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Downward Dog is soooo last year. Allow me to introduce you to “Lounging Boo-da Cat”. I’m Boo, and I find yoga very therapeutic for relieving the stress of day to day life. It’s all about Higher Consciousness…. I feel it helps me achieve a sense of tranquility and well-being if you know what I mean. Continue Reading
Island Rec – Starry Night
Written on February 9, 2015 at 5:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
Back by popular demand, the Seattle Museum of Flight is returning with their traveling planetarium for a night of stellar space exploration. An event for the whole family, ages 5 and older, there are 5 show times for the 40 minute planetarium presentation, the first starting at 5:45pm and the last starting at 9:00pm on Continue Reading
Visitors Mean Business to Local and State Economies
Written on February 12, 2015 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Barbara Marrett from the Visitor’s Bureau shares this note about tourism… Washington State Legislature is poised to support permanent funding for tourism promotion Here are a few facts about San Juan County and Washington State that not everyone knows: Tourism is the fourth largest industry in San Juan County and Washington State Washington in the Continue Reading
Book-It Repertory Brings Alice to SJCT
Written on February 12, 2015 at 5:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
FREE! Book-It Repertory Brings Alice to San Juan Community Theatre Lewis Carroll’s prized book, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, moves to the stage for island youngsters on Friday, February 13. Starting at 3:00 p.m., the Northwest’s Book-It Repertory Theatre will present their own adaptation of the classic story in San Juan Community Theatre’s Whittier Theatre, bringing Continue Reading
FHFF Tuesday: Bidder 70
Written on February 12, 2015 at 5:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Film Festival 2015 Winter Film Series presents: BIDDER 70 Tim DeChristoper is Bidder 70, a young man who derailed an illegal BLM oil and gas auction in a courageous act of civil disobedience. DeChristopher, a student environmentalist, aka “Bidder 70”, monkey wrenched President Bush’s last minute, fraudulent BLM Oil & Gas Lease Auction Continue Reading
Salmon fishing to close Feb. 15 in San Juan Islands
Written on February 12, 2015 at 5:20 am, by Tim Dustrude
Debbie Sandwith at Roche Harbor shares this notice from the Dept. of Fish & Wildlife… The recreational fishery in Marine Area 7 (San Juan Islands) will close to salmon fishing at the end of the day Feb. 15. Fishery managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) made the decision after evaluating catch Continue Reading
Win a Hawaiian Getaway
Written on February 11, 2015 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza and Hawaiian Getaway Tickets on Sale Now! Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 14 when Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor holds its 17th annual, ever popular, St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza at the San Juan Island Yacht Club. Tickets are on sale now at Spa d Bune and The Toy Box for Continue Reading
A Valentine Crafternoon for Adults
Written on February 11, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
This happens today from 4 – 6 pm… It’s the adults’ turn to play with paper and scissors and make something for that someone special. Supplies provided, but feel free to supplement with your own. No registration necessary. San Juan Island Library meeting room, free. Wednesday, February 11, from 4-6PM
SJCT Job Opening: Artistic Director
Written on February 11, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre Artistic Director (part-time position) Working in close partnership with the Theatre’s Chief Administrative Officer, the Artistic Director is responsible for conceiving, developing, and implementing the artistic vision and focus of the organization. Selects and evaluates programs for the year, including local stage productions and performance groups, touring artists, school presentations, educational Continue Reading
60 Minutes of Love
Written on February 11, 2015 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a Valentine’s reminder from Helen at Island Stage Left… Before or after your Valentine dinner, come and join us at 7:00 on the 13th or 7:00 or 8:15 on the 14th. Today is the last day to ask for poems to be dedicated to someone (or people) you LOVE. See details on the poster. Continue Reading
CD Release Celebration for Dave McGraw and Mandy Fer
Written on February 10, 2015 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dave and Mandy have been touring extensively throughout the U.S. and Europe and will be back on the island with a live concert celebrating the release of their new album, Maritime, which captures a moment in time and place from their seaside home. Upon early release in Europe, Maritime charted at #1 on the EuroAmericana Chart for two Continue Reading
Spay ghetti Dinner
Written on February 10, 2015 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Gather the troups and join us at the Mullis Community Center for the animal shelter’s annual ‘Spay’Ghetti Dinner to help fund the APS spay/neuter programs. This year’s dinner menu will include choice of spaghetti with meat sauce or fettucini alfredo, caesar salad, jello salad, garlic bread and a huge array of homemade desserts created by some Continue Reading
2nd Fireside Chat
Written on February 10, 2015 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center (PIMC), at 1117 Spring St. in Friday Harbor, is hosting a series of free, public community education “Fireside Chats” as part of its new “Healthy You” program. The next Fireside Chat will be presented by Cheryl Kubisty, MD, from 4 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 18 in the PIMC Continue Reading
County Positions Available
Written on February 10, 2015 at 5:30 am, 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
You Can Fix-It Fair
Written on February 9, 2015 at 2:36 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor (SIFRI) offers a free fair that empowers women to make simple repairs and home improvements. Open to the public, the You Can Fix It Fair is Saturday, February 28, 9 a.m. – noon, at Friday Harbor Thrift House, 667 Mullis Street, Friday Harbor. Admission is free. Walk-ins welcome, but reservations Continue Reading
Wolverine Winter Playoff Update
Written on February 9, 2015 at 2:29 pm, by Tim Dustrude
FHHS Athletic Director Rod Turnbull shares this letter with you… We are just beginning the winter portion of our post season events. Wrestling got a jump start on all of us and had a great showing this past weekend at Darrington (boys) and Burlington (girls). Below is an update on the post season opportunities for Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on February 9, 2015 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Downward Dog is soooo last year. Allow me to introduce you to “Lounging Boo-da Cat”. I’m Boo, and I find yoga very therapeutic for relieving the stress of day to day life. It’s all about Higher Consciousness…. I feel it helps me achieve a sense of tranquility and well-being if you know what I mean. Continue Reading
Island Rec – Starry Night
Written on February 9, 2015 at 5:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
Back by popular demand, the Seattle Museum of Flight is returning with their traveling planetarium for a night of stellar space exploration. An event for the whole family, ages 5 and older, there are 5 show times for the 40 minute planetarium presentation, the first starting at 5:45pm and the last starting at 9:00pm on Continue Reading