Topic: Around Here
National Theatre & Metropolitan Opera screenings at San Juan Community Theatre start next week
Written on September 2, 2022 at 3:35 pm, by San Juan Update
SJCT shares news about the theatre and opera screenings taking place throughout the rest of the year. Thanks to the support of the McGee Foundation, San Juan Community Theatre will be screening selections from The National Theatre in London and The Metropolitan Opera in New York on the big screen in Friday Harbor. The screenings Continue Reading
Letter to the Editor: Thank you to the San Juan Island Community Foundation
Written on September 2, 2022 at 1:24 pm, by San Juan Update
As the volunteer fundraiser coordinator for the Friday Harbor Athletic Association, we would like to thank the San Juan Island Community Foundation for the generous grant they gifted the FHAA this year. Their grant covered participation fees for football players and cheerleaders that would otherwise be unable to play due to the cost of tuition Continue Reading
Black-tailed deer hunting season now open on the western side of Mount Grant Preserve
Written on September 2, 2022 at 11:15 am, by Jeff Arnim
A two-month hunting season for black-tailed deer opened on the western side of Mount Grant Preserve yesterday, according to the San Juan County Conservation Land Bank. The season includes specific periods for early archery (Sept. 1-23), muzzleloaders (Sept. 24-Oct. 2), and modern firearms (Oct. 15-31). “The remote nature of the western portion of Mount Grant Continue Reading
Willow and Stuart are the Animal Protection Society’s pets of the week
Written on September 2, 2022 at 8:38 am, by San Juan Update
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor shares a look at the adoptable animals of the week — two small 12-year-old dogs who came to San Juan Island by way of Texas. Meet the newest dynamic duo — Willow and Stuart. They are a sister and brother who recently came to us after their owner Continue Reading
Island Senior: The gentle power of chair yoga with Katerina Wen
Written on September 1, 2022 at 3:04 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
As summer comes to an end, we sense the seasonal changes, a cool breeze, and the turning of the leaves. If you are anything like me, you get an autumnal urge to sign up for classes. If, like me, you appreciate a gentle solution sure to improve the quality of your life, I highly recommend Continue Reading
Applications for Friday Harbor lodging tax grants due Sept. 12
Written on September 1, 2022 at 11:02 am, by San Juan Update
Friday Harbor’s LTAC is still accepting applications for its 2023 grant cycle. The Town of Friday Harbor’s Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is accepting applications until 4:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 12 for grants to fund the promotion of events and activities taking place within the town in 2023. Preference will be given to those operations Continue Reading
Notes from the Island — Sept. 1
Written on September 1, 2022 at 9:00 am, by Jeff Arnim
Students in the San Juan Island School District return to school today. Here’s a quick look at the year ahead from the perspective of District Superintendent Fred Woods. Spring Street International School students returned to the classroom yesterday. This year’s classes include students from seven countries outside the United States — Brazil, Canada, Germany, India, Continue Reading
County-wide power outage planned for the night of Sept. 15-16
Written on August 31, 2022 at 12:46 pm, by San Juan Update
OPALCO shares news about a maintenance power outage taking place next month. All of San Juan County will be affected by a planned power outage necessary for Bonneville Power Association to make scheduled repairs to the transmission lines that deliver power to the islands. This maintenance outage will happen during the night minimize impact to Continue Reading
Business management and leadership course being offered this fall
Written on August 31, 2022 at 10:01 am, by San Juan Update
The EDC shares news about their upcoming course offering. The Economic Development Council of San Juan County will offer a business management and leadership course for all industries including hospitality, restaurant, and construction this fall, as part of their Trades Training Initiative. This course is open to participants from San Juan County ages 18 and Continue Reading
Island Jobs: Island Rec is hiring a part-time Facility Supervisor
Written on August 31, 2022 at 9:25 am, by Jeff Arnim
Island Rec is looking for a part-time Facility Supervisor to support its adult drop-in programs from October to March. Learn more in the Island Jobs section of the San Juan Update.
Two free workshops for forest owners coming to San Juan County
Written on August 30, 2022 at 3:55 pm, by Jeff Arnim
Northwest Natural Resource Group, San Juan Conservation District, and Rain Shadow Consulting will be hosting two free, in-person workshops later this year — one in September and one in October. Both workshops will provide education for forest owners in the San Juans on identifying climate-related risks in their forests, such as fire, pests, and disease, Continue Reading
Renowned trumpet soloist Jens Lindemann plays at San Juan Community Theatre this weekend
Written on August 30, 2022 at 2:22 pm, by San Juan Update
SJCT sends along news about one of their upcoming concerts. Jens Lindemann returns to San Juan Community Theatre on Saturday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 p.m. with a 12-piece band ensemble to perform George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue. Masterfully arranged and performed, this is a unique experience that music fans should not miss. The evening will Continue Reading
Island Neighbors program welcomes new coordinator
Written on August 30, 2022 at 12:30 pm, by San Juan Update
The Family Resource Center shares news about their newest team member. Colleen Clancy is the new coordinator of the Island Neighbors program for the Joyce L. Sobel Family Resource Center here on San Juan Island. Island Neighbors matches aging or disabled islanders who want to continue living at home with volunteers who help with needs Continue Reading
National Theatre & Metropolitan Opera screenings at San Juan Community Theatre start next week
Written on September 2, 2022 at 3:35 pm, by San Juan Update
SJCT shares news about the theatre and opera screenings taking place throughout the rest of the year. Thanks to the support of the McGee Foundation, San Juan Community Theatre will be screening selections from The National Theatre in London and The Metropolitan Opera in New York on the big screen in Friday Harbor. The screenings Continue Reading
Letter to the Editor: Thank you to the San Juan Island Community Foundation
Written on September 2, 2022 at 1:24 pm, by San Juan Update
As the volunteer fundraiser coordinator for the Friday Harbor Athletic Association, we would like to thank the San Juan Island Community Foundation for the generous grant they gifted the FHAA this year. Their grant covered participation fees for football players and cheerleaders that would otherwise be unable to play due to the cost of tuition Continue Reading
Black-tailed deer hunting season now open on the western side of Mount Grant Preserve
Written on September 2, 2022 at 11:15 am, by Jeff Arnim
A two-month hunting season for black-tailed deer opened on the western side of Mount Grant Preserve yesterday, according to the San Juan County Conservation Land Bank. The season includes specific periods for early archery (Sept. 1-23), muzzleloaders (Sept. 24-Oct. 2), and modern firearms (Oct. 15-31). “The remote nature of the western portion of Mount Grant Continue Reading
Willow and Stuart are the Animal Protection Society’s pets of the week
Written on September 2, 2022 at 8:38 am, by San Juan Update
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor shares a look at the adoptable animals of the week — two small 12-year-old dogs who came to San Juan Island by way of Texas. Meet the newest dynamic duo — Willow and Stuart. They are a sister and brother who recently came to us after their owner Continue Reading
Island Senior: The gentle power of chair yoga with Katerina Wen
Written on September 1, 2022 at 3:04 pm, by Peggy Sue McRae
As summer comes to an end, we sense the seasonal changes, a cool breeze, and the turning of the leaves. If you are anything like me, you get an autumnal urge to sign up for classes. If, like me, you appreciate a gentle solution sure to improve the quality of your life, I highly recommend Continue Reading
Applications for Friday Harbor lodging tax grants due Sept. 12
Written on September 1, 2022 at 11:02 am, by San Juan Update
Friday Harbor’s LTAC is still accepting applications for its 2023 grant cycle. The Town of Friday Harbor’s Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is accepting applications until 4:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 12 for grants to fund the promotion of events and activities taking place within the town in 2023. Preference will be given to those operations Continue Reading
Notes from the Island — Sept. 1
Written on September 1, 2022 at 9:00 am, by Jeff Arnim
Students in the San Juan Island School District return to school today. Here’s a quick look at the year ahead from the perspective of District Superintendent Fred Woods. Spring Street International School students returned to the classroom yesterday. This year’s classes include students from seven countries outside the United States — Brazil, Canada, Germany, India, Continue Reading
County-wide power outage planned for the night of Sept. 15-16
Written on August 31, 2022 at 12:46 pm, by San Juan Update
OPALCO shares news about a maintenance power outage taking place next month. All of San Juan County will be affected by a planned power outage necessary for Bonneville Power Association to make scheduled repairs to the transmission lines that deliver power to the islands. This maintenance outage will happen during the night minimize impact to Continue Reading
Business management and leadership course being offered this fall
Written on August 31, 2022 at 10:01 am, by San Juan Update
The EDC shares news about their upcoming course offering. The Economic Development Council of San Juan County will offer a business management and leadership course for all industries including hospitality, restaurant, and construction this fall, as part of their Trades Training Initiative. This course is open to participants from San Juan County ages 18 and Continue Reading
Island Jobs: Island Rec is hiring a part-time Facility Supervisor
Written on August 31, 2022 at 9:25 am, by Jeff Arnim
Island Rec is looking for a part-time Facility Supervisor to support its adult drop-in programs from October to March. Learn more in the Island Jobs section of the San Juan Update.
Two free workshops for forest owners coming to San Juan County
Written on August 30, 2022 at 3:55 pm, by Jeff Arnim
Northwest Natural Resource Group, San Juan Conservation District, and Rain Shadow Consulting will be hosting two free, in-person workshops later this year — one in September and one in October. Both workshops will provide education for forest owners in the San Juans on identifying climate-related risks in their forests, such as fire, pests, and disease, Continue Reading
Renowned trumpet soloist Jens Lindemann plays at San Juan Community Theatre this weekend
Written on August 30, 2022 at 2:22 pm, by San Juan Update
SJCT sends along news about one of their upcoming concerts. Jens Lindemann returns to San Juan Community Theatre on Saturday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 p.m. with a 12-piece band ensemble to perform George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue. Masterfully arranged and performed, this is a unique experience that music fans should not miss. The evening will Continue Reading
Island Neighbors program welcomes new coordinator
Written on August 30, 2022 at 12:30 pm, by San Juan Update
The Family Resource Center shares news about their newest team member. Colleen Clancy is the new coordinator of the Island Neighbors program for the Joyce L. Sobel Family Resource Center here on San Juan Island. Island Neighbors matches aging or disabled islanders who want to continue living at home with volunteers who help with needs Continue Reading