Topic: Around Here

Last call, Last call!

Written on July 11, 2014 at 5:26 am, by

The deadline for this year’s entries to the Island Writers – Written Word booth for the San Juan County Fair has been extended to July 15th. Please submit your entries as a Word doc. attachment, with a completed Exhibitor’s form (found on the Fair’s website) to: islandwriters [@] gmx [.] com Snail mail is also  Continue Reading

Waxed Worlds: The Small and the Large of It

Written on July 10, 2014 at 4:27 pm, by

Encaustic mixed media by Nichole Dement & Danielle Dean Palmer Nichole Dement – Nichole is interested in representing what isn’t seen, from the many metaphors found in dream states to the multiple dimensions of Quantum Physics. Life is a beautiful mystery that she enjoys recreating in the layers of her work. The technical process of  Continue Reading

$152k in Scholarships Awarded

Written on July 10, 2014 at 5:50 am, by

San Juan Island Community Foundation Awards $152,000 in College Scholarships for 2014/2015 The San Juan Island Community Foundation is pleased to announce its award of scholarships for the 2014/2015 academic year to former and present San Juan Island high school students. Awards were made to continuing college students, high school students graduating this year, and  Continue Reading

Blackfish

Written on July 10, 2014 at 5:41 am, by

Free public screening of the movie Blackfish with members of the cast. Tuesday, July 15 at the Grange. 5:30 reception 6:00 screening Several cast members will be in attendance for a Q&A after the screening. Hosted by the Whale Museum as part of Superpod Three Gathering. For more information, visit voiceoftheorcas.blogspot.com

Installation of the Reverend Beth Purdum

Written on July 10, 2014 at 5:37 am, by

You are Cordially Invited to the Installation of the Reverend Beth Purdum to the office of Pastor of the Lutheran Church in the San Juans Sunday July 20, 2014 Lopez Island 9:00 a.m. Center Church 312 Davis Bay Rd. San Juan Island –  11:00 a.m. St. David’s Episcopal Church 760 Park St. Friday Harbor Orcas Island  Continue Reading

Friday Art Market is Back

Written on July 10, 2014 at 5:31 am, by

After taking the week off for the Fourth of July, the Friday Art Market artisans will be back in full force this Friday, July 11, from 3:00-7:00pm at Brickworks Plaza. The art Market will continue on Fridays through August 29. Food: Cynthia’s of Course! Music: 3:00-5:00pm Teddy Deane – Vocals and keyboard Music: 5:00-7:00pm The  Continue Reading

Navy Sonar and Marine Mammals

Written on July 10, 2014 at 5:24 am, by

The Whale Museum is pleased to welcome Meegan Corcoran as part of the 2014 Summer Lecture Series. Meegan will discuss “U.S. Navy Sonar and Marine Mammals: Potential Measures to Mitigate Harmful Effects” on Tuesday, July 22 at 6:30 p.m. National security and environmental health have been at odds in America for decades. A prominent example  Continue Reading

IMA’s Jewel of a Building

Written on July 9, 2014 at 5:50 am, by

Here’s a note from Charlie Bodenstab of the Island Museum of Art… IMA’s latest show is the construction of its jewel of a building There is something hypnotizing about tracking the day-to-day progress of a construction site. That is what residents and visitors get to do over the next six months – watch the glass go  Continue Reading

Big Art Sale

Written on July 9, 2014 at 5:45 am, by

Here’s a note for you from one of our local artists… Every few years I have a big clearance sale to make room for new creations. I am having a sale of over thirty-five paintings and ten sculpture pieces. Prices will be cut one-half to two-thirds the gallery price. This summer, instead of having the sale on  Continue Reading

Fly-In Returns July 26

Written on July 9, 2014 at 5:41 am, by

Family Friendly Fly-In Returns to Friday Harbor Airport, July 26 If airport events conjure up big crowds on acres of concrete, you might be pleasantly surprised to learn that one of America’s favorite quaint little islands is about to host its 5th Annual Fly-In and Community Open House on Saturday, July 26. Friday Harbor Airport,  Continue Reading

The Muralist at Work

Written on July 9, 2014 at 5:40 am, by

Here’s Bob Plowman working on the mural at Friday Harbor Pet Supplies over at Surina Business Park. Check it out next time you’re over that way – it’s a work in progress and he said maybe in 2 months or so it will be done. Also, if you get down to Spring Street, pop in  Continue Reading

Tapwater is at Music on the Lawn

Written on July 9, 2014 at 5:28 am, by

Music on the Lawn, Island Rec’s 14th Annual Free Summer Concert Series Concert #2 July 16 from 6:30-8:15pm 405 Price Street San Juan Island Historical Museum Island Rec’s “Bring Em’ Back” concert series is part of our 30th anniversary celebration. The bands were all ‘people’s choice’ winners from previous years. Tapwater is a boisterous sextet  Continue Reading

County Positions Available

Written on July 9, 2014 at 5:05 am, by

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

Chloë: Friday Harbor Salon

Written on July 8, 2014 at 5:45 am, by

Chloë moved to the island and started doing hair in late 2012, and then opened her own salon in November of 2013, over on ‘A’ Street in the building behind the Fluke sculpture, overlooking the sunken park. She has extensive training in hair cutting and coloring. For over ten years, she has been mastering her  Continue Reading

Artist Opening Reception at Gallery 9

Written on July 8, 2014 at 5:41 am, by

Gallery 9 is pleased to have Whidbey Island artists Teri Jo Summer show her new HANDMADE ART Clothing and her husband Dale Reiger show his new Paintings and glass art from July 12 through August 8, with the Opening this Saturday from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. When: 7/12/14 Where: Gallery 9 / 60 First Street/  Continue Reading

Healing Touch For Your Horse

Written on July 8, 2014 at 5:40 am, by

Healing Touch For Your Horse with Pam Fry, High Touch Practitioner/Instructor Learn this simple hands-on energy therapy using LIGHT touch over acu-points on the body. Applying this therapy promotes relaxation, healing, positive behavioral changes and more. Horses love it! They are very sensitive and responsive to energy therapies. Treatment has been found to be beneficial  Continue Reading