Topic: Around Here
Wine Tasting/Cheese Pairing
Written on August 18, 2014 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Cheese is proud to announce that Virginie Bourgue, of Lullaby Winery, is coming to visit! She produces a very limited quantity of wines from selected vineyards in Walla Walla and other great areas in Eastern Washington. Virginie’s wines have received many awards in the Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met, Wine Advocate, and Wine Enthusiast. Please Continue Reading
Pave the Way to MHI
Written on August 18, 2014 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s the San Juan Historical Society’s new museum project, the “Museum of History and Industry” and you can help make it happen by having your own brick pave the way to it. Here’s more from the Historical Society… How do you connect the future to the past and the past to the present? How do Continue Reading
Salish Sea Ballet Grand Opening
Written on August 18, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Salish Sea Ballet To Celebrate Grand Opening on Saturday, August 23rd Salish Sea Ballet invites dancers of all ages, and their families, to attend a Grand Opening celebration in their newly renovated studio at 689 Airport Center Road, Suite F. The celebration takes place on Saturday, August 23rd from 10:30am-3:00pm. Stop by to register for Continue Reading
Island Rec – Movies in the Park – Shrek
Written on August 18, 2014 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
August 23 dusk, in Sunken Park – Island Rec’s FREE Movies in the Park. Shrek – watch everyone’s favorite Ogre as he sets out to save his swamp and win the heart of a princess, all with the help of his nursery-rhyme, fairytale friends and one memorable talking donkey. Go to www.islandrec.org or call Island Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on August 18, 2014 at 5:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
This beautiful girl goes by the name of “Sweetie” – which is a perfect name for her because she truly is a sweet, sweet dog. She’s a “Chiweenie” – part Dachshund part Chihuahua, and about a year old. This photo doesn’t do her justice – she has gorgeous markings and is absolutely adorable! She’s a Continue Reading
Study Time and Afternoon Recreation – STAR!
Written on August 18, 2014 at 5:16 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is once again operating a supervised after-school program for kids in grades K-6, beginning August 28th and continuing throughout the school year. STAR will operate on all regular school days and early release days at the FHES cafeteria, from the “school’s out” bell until 6pm. Each afternoon will include child-initiated play, organized and Continue Reading
Fair Images – Day 4
Written on August 16, 2014 at 10:52 pm, by Tim Dustrude
What a fun Saturday at the Fair! The weather was better today than all 3 days before, and being Saturday, there was a good turnout. Lots and lots of friends and acquaintances. Good to see everyone there today! Click here for a gallery of images from Day 4. Aaaaaaand Francie Hansen was back again doing Continue Reading
The View from Above
Written on August 16, 2014 at 10:45 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Chris Teren sends this photo of the Fair on Saturday. Can you see yourself?
Happy Flashmob
Written on August 16, 2014 at 11:09 am, by Tim Dustrude
Julie Hagn, the San Juan Island Prevention Coalition and the Rock Solid Youth Group were at it again and did another flash mob at this year’s fair. This time the song was “Happy” by Pharell Williams and the theme was “Happy to be Drug Free at the Fair”. Julie choreographed the dancing and sent out Continue Reading
Café Sought for Orcas Strawberry Barreling Plant
Written on August 16, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Orcas Island suffered a tragic loss mid-2013 when the historic Strawberry Barreling Plant, popularly known as the Artworks Building, was severely damaged by a fire deemed to be at the hands of an arson. Owned by The Olga Strawberry Council (OSC), a non-profit 501(c)(3), the building housed the Artworks Co-Operative, the Hardman Gallery and Café Continue Reading
The General Returns August 21
Written on August 16, 2014 at 5:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mike Vouri and folksinger Michael Cohen share their chronicle of the life of Civil War General George E. Pickett at San Juan Community Theatre on Thursday, August 21 at 7:30 p.m. In The Life & Times of General George E. Pickett, Vouri, Chief of Interpretation at San Juan Island National Historical Park, takes his audience Continue Reading
More SJC Fair Photos
Written on August 15, 2014 at 11:34 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Another fun day at the Fair. Here are some more photos.
End of an Era
Written on August 15, 2014 at 1:07 pm, by Tim Dustrude
After winning the adult co-ed softball championship 10 years in a row, the Island Towing team is calling it quits. Molly Finch says “We’re getting too old for this…” with a laugh. “…after 10 years, it’s time”. Tuesday evening of this week, they won their final game with a score of 8 – 6. When Continue Reading
Images from the Fair, Day Two
Written on August 15, 2014 at 6:01 am, by Tim Dustrude
It felt a bit more like Summer at the fair on Thursday, compared to that rainy Wednesday. Click here to see more images from Thursday…
SJICF Matching Grant Program
Written on August 15, 2014 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
2014 San Juan County Fair Matching Grant Program 50% match up to the project goal! Now’s the time to donate to your favorite island projects and funds – The San Juan Island Community Foundation is matching your donations up to the goal of all these projects. Here’s more info about each of the projects below (PDF). Continue Reading
Living Victorian Museum
Written on August 15, 2014 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sandy Strehlou sent over this note to let you know about a new attraction on the island… Michael Jean and Sidney Smith are aficionados of the Victorian era. After spending years collecting Victorian antiques, they designed their home to be a light-filled, living museum for their vast collection. They are warm and inviting islanders who Continue Reading
Wine Tasting/Cheese Pairing
Written on August 18, 2014 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Cheese is proud to announce that Virginie Bourgue, of Lullaby Winery, is coming to visit! She produces a very limited quantity of wines from selected vineyards in Walla Walla and other great areas in Eastern Washington. Virginie’s wines have received many awards in the Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met, Wine Advocate, and Wine Enthusiast. Please Continue Reading
Pave the Way to MHI
Written on August 18, 2014 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s the San Juan Historical Society’s new museum project, the “Museum of History and Industry” and you can help make it happen by having your own brick pave the way to it. Here’s more from the Historical Society… How do you connect the future to the past and the past to the present? How do Continue Reading
Salish Sea Ballet Grand Opening
Written on August 18, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Salish Sea Ballet To Celebrate Grand Opening on Saturday, August 23rd Salish Sea Ballet invites dancers of all ages, and their families, to attend a Grand Opening celebration in their newly renovated studio at 689 Airport Center Road, Suite F. The celebration takes place on Saturday, August 23rd from 10:30am-3:00pm. Stop by to register for Continue Reading
Island Rec – Movies in the Park – Shrek
Written on August 18, 2014 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
August 23 dusk, in Sunken Park – Island Rec’s FREE Movies in the Park. Shrek – watch everyone’s favorite Ogre as he sets out to save his swamp and win the heart of a princess, all with the help of his nursery-rhyme, fairytale friends and one memorable talking donkey. Go to www.islandrec.org or call Island Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on August 18, 2014 at 5:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
This beautiful girl goes by the name of “Sweetie” – which is a perfect name for her because she truly is a sweet, sweet dog. She’s a “Chiweenie” – part Dachshund part Chihuahua, and about a year old. This photo doesn’t do her justice – she has gorgeous markings and is absolutely adorable! She’s a Continue Reading
Study Time and Afternoon Recreation – STAR!
Written on August 18, 2014 at 5:16 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is once again operating a supervised after-school program for kids in grades K-6, beginning August 28th and continuing throughout the school year. STAR will operate on all regular school days and early release days at the FHES cafeteria, from the “school’s out” bell until 6pm. Each afternoon will include child-initiated play, organized and Continue Reading
Fair Images – Day 4
Written on August 16, 2014 at 10:52 pm, by Tim Dustrude
What a fun Saturday at the Fair! The weather was better today than all 3 days before, and being Saturday, there was a good turnout. Lots and lots of friends and acquaintances. Good to see everyone there today! Click here for a gallery of images from Day 4. Aaaaaaand Francie Hansen was back again doing Continue Reading
The View from Above
Written on August 16, 2014 at 10:45 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Chris Teren sends this photo of the Fair on Saturday. Can you see yourself?
Happy Flashmob
Written on August 16, 2014 at 11:09 am, by Tim Dustrude
Julie Hagn, the San Juan Island Prevention Coalition and the Rock Solid Youth Group were at it again and did another flash mob at this year’s fair. This time the song was “Happy” by Pharell Williams and the theme was “Happy to be Drug Free at the Fair”. Julie choreographed the dancing and sent out Continue Reading
Café Sought for Orcas Strawberry Barreling Plant
Written on August 16, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Orcas Island suffered a tragic loss mid-2013 when the historic Strawberry Barreling Plant, popularly known as the Artworks Building, was severely damaged by a fire deemed to be at the hands of an arson. Owned by The Olga Strawberry Council (OSC), a non-profit 501(c)(3), the building housed the Artworks Co-Operative, the Hardman Gallery and Café Continue Reading
The General Returns August 21
Written on August 16, 2014 at 5:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mike Vouri and folksinger Michael Cohen share their chronicle of the life of Civil War General George E. Pickett at San Juan Community Theatre on Thursday, August 21 at 7:30 p.m. In The Life & Times of General George E. Pickett, Vouri, Chief of Interpretation at San Juan Island National Historical Park, takes his audience Continue Reading
More SJC Fair Photos
Written on August 15, 2014 at 11:34 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Another fun day at the Fair. Here are some more photos.
End of an Era
Written on August 15, 2014 at 1:07 pm, by Tim Dustrude
After winning the adult co-ed softball championship 10 years in a row, the Island Towing team is calling it quits. Molly Finch says “We’re getting too old for this…” with a laugh. “…after 10 years, it’s time”. Tuesday evening of this week, they won their final game with a score of 8 – 6. When Continue Reading
Images from the Fair, Day Two
Written on August 15, 2014 at 6:01 am, by Tim Dustrude
It felt a bit more like Summer at the fair on Thursday, compared to that rainy Wednesday. Click here to see more images from Thursday…
SJICF Matching Grant Program
Written on August 15, 2014 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
2014 San Juan County Fair Matching Grant Program 50% match up to the project goal! Now’s the time to donate to your favorite island projects and funds – The San Juan Island Community Foundation is matching your donations up to the goal of all these projects. Here’s more info about each of the projects below (PDF). Continue Reading
Living Victorian Museum
Written on August 15, 2014 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sandy Strehlou sent over this note to let you know about a new attraction on the island… Michael Jean and Sidney Smith are aficionados of the Victorian era. After spending years collecting Victorian antiques, they designed their home to be a light-filled, living museum for their vast collection. They are warm and inviting islanders who Continue Reading