Topic: Around Here
Island Scenes: A Celebration of Place
Written on July 8, 2014 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
The “Island Scenes” display is in its 4th year at the County Fair. Island artists are asked to portray a scene which is here now that represents “old island’” and what we hope will be here in the future. In San Juan County we see historic rural and small town views becoming suburban. Artists of Continue Reading
Transfer Station Open House
Written on July 8, 2014 at 5:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
The public is invited to a Community Meeting and Roundtable Discussion of the San Juan Transfer Station to be held by Lautenbach Industries on Thursday, July 10, at noon, at Brickworks. There will be pizza from Vinnie’s.
Foxhall Neighborhood Garage Sale
Written on July 8, 2014 at 5:26 am, by Tim Dustrude
Foxhall’s annual neighborhood garage sale is Saturday, July 12 from 8:00 am to noon. Many homes will be participating with household items – many free! Directions from town: Follow Guard Street past the Library and OPALCO. Turn right on Kelsando Circle at the Foxhall sign, just at the curve to Beaverton Valley Road. Be sure Continue Reading
Scam Alert
Written on July 7, 2014 at 5:23 pm, by Tim Dustrude
OPALCO sent over this notice to share with you… Do not respond to any calls from people claiming to disconnect your power if you don’t immediately pay by credit card over the phone. This is a phishing scam. Suzanne Olson Communication Specialist Orcas Power & Light Cooperative 360-376-3537
A Little Free Library
Written on July 7, 2014 at 10:13 am, by Tim Dustrude
We are pretty sure that this is the first Little Free Library in San Juan County, or at least the first Official, one anyway. It was built by Louise and John Dustrude, with some help from their kids Eric and Tim and their spouses Jan and Shannon. It was just installed on Sunday, July 6th Continue Reading
Island Rec Photo Contest
Written on July 7, 2014 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
As part of their 30th anniversary celebration, Island Rec invites photographers of all ages to participate in their first-ever photography contest. Participants to submit original photographs that best represent Island Rec and 30 years of People, Parks, Programs, and Trails. Categories include: Faces: People + Pets Parks or Trails (Island Rec’s) Activities – Sports – Continue Reading
Risky Business
Written on July 7, 2014 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
The train derailment and explosions in Lac-Magantic, Quebec, the pipeline breach along the Kalamazoo River in 2010, and the grounding of the Exxon-Valdez tanker in 1989 are reminders that accidents happen and have devastating consequences when it comes to transporting oil. As you know, here in Washington we have seen a dramatic uptick in the Continue Reading
Forage Fish Research Project Underway on Local Beaches
Written on July 7, 2014 at 5:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
Many people are surprised to learn that two kinds of marine fish, Pacific sand lance and surf smelt, use the upper portions of sand and gravel beaches to spawn and incubate their eggs. Smelt and sand lance are part of a small group of species of schooling fish known in our area as ‘forage fish’’ Continue Reading
We Love a Parade
Written on July 6, 2014 at 5:07 pm, by Tim Dustrude
We Love a Parade, and a Picnic, and some Live Music, and some Good Food… Wow what a great day we had here on the nation’s birthday. A huge crowd for the parade, great weather and good times with good friends. So much was going on, it was difficult to be everywhere at once, but Continue Reading
After the Parade
Written on July 6, 2014 at 8:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Cere Demuth shares this photo with you of Spring Street right after the parade. More parade and July 4th photos are coming soon. Stay tuned….
Living the Dream
Written on July 5, 2014 at 8:23 pm, by Tim Dustrude
This is what it looks like sometimes when you play in your own back yard.
Summer Music Series at SJCT
Written on July 5, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
From boogie and blues to Broadway hits to original songs from the islands’ own, San Juan Community Theatre’s Night Music Summer Concert Series returns for five weeks on July 10. Premiering in 2012 to sold-out audiences each night, the Thursday night series is inside SJCT’s intimate Gubelman Theatre and adjoining Steele Memorial Garden, showcasing the variety Continue Reading
Fifth of July at Lime Kiln
Written on July 4, 2014 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
Happy Fourth everyone! Red Checkered Picnics will be offering goodies out at Lime Kiln for this event put on by F.O.L.K.S. – Get your barbecued hot dogs, salads and desserts. – Click the poster below to read more about the fun events planned…
Summer Encores for The Met: Live in HD
Written on July 4, 2014 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre joins more than 400 theaters across the country presenting the Metropolitan Opera’s Summer Encores, featuring select performances from its groundbreaking Live in HD series. SJCT’s screenings feature five popular Live in HD transmissions on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. in the Whittier Theatre: Verdi’s Rigoletto (July 6) Puccini’s La Rondine (July 20) Continue Reading
No Art Market on the 4th
Written on July 3, 2014 at 1:40 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Debbie Pigman… There will be NO Friday Art Market this Friday, July 4, at Brickworks. We are taking a break to give folks a chance to enjoy the day with family and friends. We WILL be back in full force on July 11 from 3-7pm, with at least 18 artists booths, Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on July 3, 2014 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sweet little Punky has been here at the shelter for several months. Sadly, she’s been declawed, and spends much of her time hiding under blankets, so often gets overlooked. She is extremely affectionate and would love to find a home with at least one soft lap to call her own. She has lived with other Continue Reading
Island Scenes: A Celebration of Place
Written on July 8, 2014 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
The “Island Scenes” display is in its 4th year at the County Fair. Island artists are asked to portray a scene which is here now that represents “old island’” and what we hope will be here in the future. In San Juan County we see historic rural and small town views becoming suburban. Artists of Continue Reading
Transfer Station Open House
Written on July 8, 2014 at 5:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
The public is invited to a Community Meeting and Roundtable Discussion of the San Juan Transfer Station to be held by Lautenbach Industries on Thursday, July 10, at noon, at Brickworks. There will be pizza from Vinnie’s.
Foxhall Neighborhood Garage Sale
Written on July 8, 2014 at 5:26 am, by Tim Dustrude
Foxhall’s annual neighborhood garage sale is Saturday, July 12 from 8:00 am to noon. Many homes will be participating with household items – many free! Directions from town: Follow Guard Street past the Library and OPALCO. Turn right on Kelsando Circle at the Foxhall sign, just at the curve to Beaverton Valley Road. Be sure Continue Reading
Scam Alert
Written on July 7, 2014 at 5:23 pm, by Tim Dustrude
OPALCO sent over this notice to share with you… Do not respond to any calls from people claiming to disconnect your power if you don’t immediately pay by credit card over the phone. This is a phishing scam. Suzanne Olson Communication Specialist Orcas Power & Light Cooperative 360-376-3537
A Little Free Library
Written on July 7, 2014 at 10:13 am, by Tim Dustrude
We are pretty sure that this is the first Little Free Library in San Juan County, or at least the first Official, one anyway. It was built by Louise and John Dustrude, with some help from their kids Eric and Tim and their spouses Jan and Shannon. It was just installed on Sunday, July 6th Continue Reading
Island Rec Photo Contest
Written on July 7, 2014 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
As part of their 30th anniversary celebration, Island Rec invites photographers of all ages to participate in their first-ever photography contest. Participants to submit original photographs that best represent Island Rec and 30 years of People, Parks, Programs, and Trails. Categories include: Faces: People + Pets Parks or Trails (Island Rec’s) Activities – Sports – Continue Reading
Risky Business
Written on July 7, 2014 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
The train derailment and explosions in Lac-Magantic, Quebec, the pipeline breach along the Kalamazoo River in 2010, and the grounding of the Exxon-Valdez tanker in 1989 are reminders that accidents happen and have devastating consequences when it comes to transporting oil. As you know, here in Washington we have seen a dramatic uptick in the Continue Reading
Forage Fish Research Project Underway on Local Beaches
Written on July 7, 2014 at 5:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
Many people are surprised to learn that two kinds of marine fish, Pacific sand lance and surf smelt, use the upper portions of sand and gravel beaches to spawn and incubate their eggs. Smelt and sand lance are part of a small group of species of schooling fish known in our area as ‘forage fish’’ Continue Reading
We Love a Parade
Written on July 6, 2014 at 5:07 pm, by Tim Dustrude
We Love a Parade, and a Picnic, and some Live Music, and some Good Food… Wow what a great day we had here on the nation’s birthday. A huge crowd for the parade, great weather and good times with good friends. So much was going on, it was difficult to be everywhere at once, but Continue Reading
After the Parade
Written on July 6, 2014 at 8:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Cere Demuth shares this photo with you of Spring Street right after the parade. More parade and July 4th photos are coming soon. Stay tuned….
Living the Dream
Written on July 5, 2014 at 8:23 pm, by Tim Dustrude
This is what it looks like sometimes when you play in your own back yard.
Summer Music Series at SJCT
Written on July 5, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
From boogie and blues to Broadway hits to original songs from the islands’ own, San Juan Community Theatre’s Night Music Summer Concert Series returns for five weeks on July 10. Premiering in 2012 to sold-out audiences each night, the Thursday night series is inside SJCT’s intimate Gubelman Theatre and adjoining Steele Memorial Garden, showcasing the variety Continue Reading
Fifth of July at Lime Kiln
Written on July 4, 2014 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
Happy Fourth everyone! Red Checkered Picnics will be offering goodies out at Lime Kiln for this event put on by F.O.L.K.S. – Get your barbecued hot dogs, salads and desserts. – Click the poster below to read more about the fun events planned…
Summer Encores for The Met: Live in HD
Written on July 4, 2014 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre joins more than 400 theaters across the country presenting the Metropolitan Opera’s Summer Encores, featuring select performances from its groundbreaking Live in HD series. SJCT’s screenings feature five popular Live in HD transmissions on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. in the Whittier Theatre: Verdi’s Rigoletto (July 6) Puccini’s La Rondine (July 20) Continue Reading
No Art Market on the 4th
Written on July 3, 2014 at 1:40 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Debbie Pigman… There will be NO Friday Art Market this Friday, July 4, at Brickworks. We are taking a break to give folks a chance to enjoy the day with family and friends. We WILL be back in full force on July 11 from 3-7pm, with at least 18 artists booths, Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on July 3, 2014 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sweet little Punky has been here at the shelter for several months. Sadly, she’s been declawed, and spends much of her time hiding under blankets, so often gets overlooked. She is extremely affectionate and would love to find a home with at least one soft lap to call her own. She has lived with other Continue Reading