Topic: Around Here
Doctors of San Juan Island -A Historical Perspective
Written on July 18, 2014 at 5:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join us for an informal discussion and personal remembrances of a few of the past medical professionals of San Juan Island. Susan Reed will discuss her grandfather, Dr. Connor Reed. Mary Ellen Judge will discuss her father Dr. Thomas Judge as well as Dr. Victor Capron. Mary Jean Cahail will discuss Dr. Malcolm Heath and Continue Reading
Lavender Festival this Weekend
Written on July 17, 2014 at 1:33 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Hey, the Lavender Festival is coming up this weekend – Saturday & Sunday July 19th & 20th, from 10:00am to 5:00pm both days. Here’s more from the farm… The fields are in full bloom and gorgeous. We will be having tours, talks, demonstrations (including cooking with lavender by Anna Maria from Coho); lavender baked goods, Continue Reading
Buckaroo Musical Adventure
Written on July 17, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note for all you kids out there from Kate Schuman… Hey Kids! Join me, Kate Schuman, at the Street Fair this weekend for a Buckaroo Musical Adventure! We’ll “build” a cattle drive out of felt critters, sing a couple old cowboy songs, and even write a verse or two about YOU! The time Continue Reading
Puccini’s Ravishing Romance in MET Encore Series
Written on July 17, 2014 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
An achingly beautiful score from one of opera’s most popular composers highlights the Metropolitan Opera’s Live in HD Summer Encores series on Sunday, July 20 at 2:00 p.m. at San Juan Community Theatre. Originally transmitted in 2009, Puccini’s La Rondine brings to life the plight of Magda, who unexpectedly finds true love with the handsome Continue Reading
Prevention Coalition to Take Part in National Conference
Written on July 17, 2014 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Prevention Coalition To Take Part In National Substance Abuse Prevention Conference In Orlando, Fl. Health advocates from the SJI Prevention Coalition will join more than 1,700 substance abuse prevention specialists from across the country at Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America’s (CADCA) 2014 Mid-Year Training Institute in Orlando, Fla. July 20-24. The week-long Continue Reading
3rd Saturday Gallery Walk
Written on July 17, 2014 at 4:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
Don’t forget the Gallery Walk this Saturday evening. The participating Friday Harbor galleries are: Arctic Raven, 130 First Street Gallery 9, 60 First Street Island Studios 270 Spring Street WaterWorks Gallery, 315 Argyle Ave Ogle Fine Art Studio, 180 First Street For more info, get in touch with WaterWorks: Ruth Offen WaterWorks Gallery (360) 378-3060 or Continue Reading
Special Port Commission Meeting
Written on July 16, 2014 at 8:25 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note for you from Deanna at the Port… Hello, The Port of Friday Harbor Commission will conduct a Special Meeting on Thursday, July 17th @ 5:30pm at the Town of Friday Harbor Council Chambers. The Commission wishes to attend the continued Public Hearing on the Shoreline Substantial Development Permit for the Spring Street Continue Reading
Dirigo II, again
Written on July 16, 2014 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s another image by John Miller of that same boat, Dirigo II, shot the same evening, but this time before sundown. This is Dirigo II going to windward with San Juan in the background. These (and additional) images from that evening are on display at Gallery 9 down on First Street if you would like Continue Reading
Shakespeare Under the Stars
Written on July 16, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Island Stage Left about their latest show, Twelfth Night… The cast and crew have just returned from a wonderfully successful tour of the other islands. Here are some remarks from audience members who have contacted us: Highly recommended. We saw “Twelfth Night” in Doe Bay on Orcas last night. It’s a Continue Reading
Cultural Landscape Restoration Moves Forward at American Camp
Written on July 16, 2014 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Work is under way at American Camp as the next step in the Cultural Landscape Restoration moves forward. The park will be removing a stand of young Douglas fir that has encroached on Mt. Finlayson and Grandma’s Cove area. There are approximately 300 trees in the stand which will be removed by mechanical methods and Continue Reading
Sunshine Laundry Fire
Written on July 15, 2014 at 5:57 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s the official word on the fire this morning from Sheila Harley, Public Information Officer for San Juan Island Fire & Rescue… At 2:32 AM Tuesday a neighbor made the call to Dispatch who alerted San Juan Island Fire Rescue of a fire at the Sunshine Laundry. Three engines and the Rescue unit responded as Continue Reading
Carla’s Funky Art
Written on July 15, 2014 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
Remember that awesome school bus driver that used to live here? Named Carla? Yeah, you know the one… She had to move to Anacortes, but good news – She’ll be here this coming weekend for the Summer Arts Fair with a “Carla’s Funky Art” booth. Go check it out; she’s got some really cool stuff.
Cliff Mass to Speak at Mullis Center
Written on July 15, 2014 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
This story has been updated: Cliff will speak at 6:30 pm (not 6:00 pm) San Juan Island Library announced that Cliff Mass, Professor of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Washington will speak at the Mullis Center on Tuesday, July 22 at 6:30pm. The program will be free to the public. As a blogger and Continue Reading
Super Moon over Lopez
Written on July 15, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Miller shares this scene of Saturday night as the Super Moon came up over Lopez. That’s the sailing vessel “DIRIGO II”, owned and skippered by Art Lowery. Thanks for sharing John!
New Stage
Written on July 15, 2014 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
A generous donation to Families and Neighbors Support Island Rec (FANS) has led to a larger and more professional stage for Island Rec’s popular Music on the Lawn series. The new 12’ x 24’ modular stage with a water resistant deck, was made possible through a more than $7,400 donation to FANS from the Honeywell Continue Reading
“Moderate” Fire Danger
Written on July 15, 2014 at 5:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
The fire danger in San Juan County is now “MODERATE”. While visitors and residents of San Juan County enjoy the beautiful warm weather, fire officials are keeping a wary eye on the increasing risk of a wildland fire. Based upon fuel moisture readings observed around our region, all of the County’s fire danger signs now Continue Reading
Doctors of San Juan Island -A Historical Perspective
Written on July 18, 2014 at 5:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join us for an informal discussion and personal remembrances of a few of the past medical professionals of San Juan Island. Susan Reed will discuss her grandfather, Dr. Connor Reed. Mary Ellen Judge will discuss her father Dr. Thomas Judge as well as Dr. Victor Capron. Mary Jean Cahail will discuss Dr. Malcolm Heath and Continue Reading
Lavender Festival this Weekend
Written on July 17, 2014 at 1:33 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Hey, the Lavender Festival is coming up this weekend – Saturday & Sunday July 19th & 20th, from 10:00am to 5:00pm both days. Here’s more from the farm… The fields are in full bloom and gorgeous. We will be having tours, talks, demonstrations (including cooking with lavender by Anna Maria from Coho); lavender baked goods, Continue Reading
Buckaroo Musical Adventure
Written on July 17, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note for all you kids out there from Kate Schuman… Hey Kids! Join me, Kate Schuman, at the Street Fair this weekend for a Buckaroo Musical Adventure! We’ll “build” a cattle drive out of felt critters, sing a couple old cowboy songs, and even write a verse or two about YOU! The time Continue Reading
Puccini’s Ravishing Romance in MET Encore Series
Written on July 17, 2014 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
An achingly beautiful score from one of opera’s most popular composers highlights the Metropolitan Opera’s Live in HD Summer Encores series on Sunday, July 20 at 2:00 p.m. at San Juan Community Theatre. Originally transmitted in 2009, Puccini’s La Rondine brings to life the plight of Magda, who unexpectedly finds true love with the handsome Continue Reading
Prevention Coalition to Take Part in National Conference
Written on July 17, 2014 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Prevention Coalition To Take Part In National Substance Abuse Prevention Conference In Orlando, Fl. Health advocates from the SJI Prevention Coalition will join more than 1,700 substance abuse prevention specialists from across the country at Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America’s (CADCA) 2014 Mid-Year Training Institute in Orlando, Fla. July 20-24. The week-long Continue Reading
3rd Saturday Gallery Walk
Written on July 17, 2014 at 4:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
Don’t forget the Gallery Walk this Saturday evening. The participating Friday Harbor galleries are: Arctic Raven, 130 First Street Gallery 9, 60 First Street Island Studios 270 Spring Street WaterWorks Gallery, 315 Argyle Ave Ogle Fine Art Studio, 180 First Street For more info, get in touch with WaterWorks: Ruth Offen WaterWorks Gallery (360) 378-3060 or Continue Reading
Special Port Commission Meeting
Written on July 16, 2014 at 8:25 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note for you from Deanna at the Port… Hello, The Port of Friday Harbor Commission will conduct a Special Meeting on Thursday, July 17th @ 5:30pm at the Town of Friday Harbor Council Chambers. The Commission wishes to attend the continued Public Hearing on the Shoreline Substantial Development Permit for the Spring Street Continue Reading
Dirigo II, again
Written on July 16, 2014 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s another image by John Miller of that same boat, Dirigo II, shot the same evening, but this time before sundown. This is Dirigo II going to windward with San Juan in the background. These (and additional) images from that evening are on display at Gallery 9 down on First Street if you would like Continue Reading
Shakespeare Under the Stars
Written on July 16, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Island Stage Left about their latest show, Twelfth Night… The cast and crew have just returned from a wonderfully successful tour of the other islands. Here are some remarks from audience members who have contacted us: Highly recommended. We saw “Twelfth Night” in Doe Bay on Orcas last night. It’s a Continue Reading
Cultural Landscape Restoration Moves Forward at American Camp
Written on July 16, 2014 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Work is under way at American Camp as the next step in the Cultural Landscape Restoration moves forward. The park will be removing a stand of young Douglas fir that has encroached on Mt. Finlayson and Grandma’s Cove area. There are approximately 300 trees in the stand which will be removed by mechanical methods and Continue Reading
Sunshine Laundry Fire
Written on July 15, 2014 at 5:57 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s the official word on the fire this morning from Sheila Harley, Public Information Officer for San Juan Island Fire & Rescue… At 2:32 AM Tuesday a neighbor made the call to Dispatch who alerted San Juan Island Fire Rescue of a fire at the Sunshine Laundry. Three engines and the Rescue unit responded as Continue Reading
Carla’s Funky Art
Written on July 15, 2014 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
Remember that awesome school bus driver that used to live here? Named Carla? Yeah, you know the one… She had to move to Anacortes, but good news – She’ll be here this coming weekend for the Summer Arts Fair with a “Carla’s Funky Art” booth. Go check it out; she’s got some really cool stuff.
Cliff Mass to Speak at Mullis Center
Written on July 15, 2014 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
This story has been updated: Cliff will speak at 6:30 pm (not 6:00 pm) San Juan Island Library announced that Cliff Mass, Professor of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Washington will speak at the Mullis Center on Tuesday, July 22 at 6:30pm. The program will be free to the public. As a blogger and Continue Reading
Super Moon over Lopez
Written on July 15, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Miller shares this scene of Saturday night as the Super Moon came up over Lopez. That’s the sailing vessel “DIRIGO II”, owned and skippered by Art Lowery. Thanks for sharing John!
New Stage
Written on July 15, 2014 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
A generous donation to Families and Neighbors Support Island Rec (FANS) has led to a larger and more professional stage for Island Rec’s popular Music on the Lawn series. The new 12’ x 24’ modular stage with a water resistant deck, was made possible through a more than $7,400 donation to FANS from the Honeywell Continue Reading
“Moderate” Fire Danger
Written on July 15, 2014 at 5:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
The fire danger in San Juan County is now “MODERATE”. While visitors and residents of San Juan County enjoy the beautiful warm weather, fire officials are keeping a wary eye on the increasing risk of a wildland fire. Based upon fuel moisture readings observed around our region, all of the County’s fire danger signs now Continue Reading