Topic: Around Here
Pet of the Week
Written on March 3, 2014 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
This beautiful girl goes by the name of, “Dizzy”. She recently arrived here at our shelter when her owner died unexpectedly. She is about six years old and came in with another female kitty, named Pumpkin, who is also in need of a new home. We are told she shared her home with three other Continue Reading
San Juan County Open Houses
Written on March 3, 2014 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County invites you to their upcoming open houses. Staff from Public Works, Community Development and Planning Department and the Economic Development Council will be available to discuss upcoming road projects, the proposed Economic Development Element of the Comprehensive Plan, the amendments to the Eastsound Subarea Plan, the Lopez Village Plan, and amendments to Continue Reading
Orca Greeting Ceremony
Written on March 2, 2014 at 6:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
8th Annual Celebration of the Orca Greeting Ceremony Each summer, our resident pods of orca whales come together in what are called “greeting ceremonies.” In this spirit, The Whale Museum invites all orca supporters to our 8th Annual Celebration of the “Orca Greeting Ceremony.” This Fundraising Dinner and Auction will be held on Friday, May Continue Reading
Music at the Rumor Mill Tonight
Written on March 1, 2014 at 4:02 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Lopez Island band Isle Zen rocks the Rumor Mill tonight with their mix of high energy Rock, Country, Funk and some Metal. (covers and originals). Head down there and dance your socks off. The Rumor Mill 175 First Street 8:00 PM
St. Patrick’s Extravaganza
Written on March 1, 2014 at 10:09 am, by Tim Dustrude
Annual St.Patricks Day Dinner to Fund Soroptimist Projects Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor will hold their 16th annual St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza, on March 15 at the Mullis Center. The group’s largest annual fundraiser supports the work Soroptimists do to improve the lives of women and girls in the community. The festivities begin at 5 Continue Reading
Replacement for Evergreen State Coming Tuesday
Written on February 28, 2014 at 11:15 am, by Tim Dustrude
Good news from Jim at the FAC… Editor’s Note: This story has been corrected. The headline originally said “Sunday” instead of “Tuesday”. Apologies for any confusion this may have caused. An update on the Sealth: WSF has a vessel coming out of drydock in Anacortes on Sunday, which will allow the Sealth to be lifted Continue Reading
Calling All Artists!
Written on February 28, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island National Historical Park is hosting a community art contest with entries due April 1-11. Get started on yours today! The theme this year is Wildflowers and Pollinators of the San Juan Islands. Entries may be of any medium but must follow the size guide below: 2-D size 8″x 10″ or 11″x 14″ Continue Reading
Rose Pruning Demonstration
Written on February 28, 2014 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Got Roses? Join your island Master Gardeners for a free rose pruning demonstration on Saturday, March 8, 2014 from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. This year the event will be held on Jenny Prescotts beautiful grounds, 1555 Bailer Hill Road. Jenny has a large, fenced, and fanciful rose garden, host to more than fifty roses, Continue Reading
What is the “American Way of Life” to you?
Written on February 28, 2014 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Comfy home, good health care, freedom to worship as you please, good schools and a safe community? Is there a feeling of pride when we declare we are American? Do we appreciate the liberties we have as Americans? There is an American Spirit, a way of honor in our DNA. We are driven to hard Continue Reading
Small Town Survey IX
Written on February 27, 2014 at 5:12 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Water. It’s delicious. It quenches thirst. It sustains us. A friend once said, “It’s the elixir of life”. It comes free without asking when you sit down in a restaurant… usually filled with ice cubes. Remember, answers to previous surveys can be viewed on this page.
Play Ball!
Written on February 27, 2014 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Re-posting this story again – Don’t forget, this meeting is tonight… Little League Spring Baseball and Softball Season is just around the corner! Boys and girls kindergarten through 8th grade are welcome to come out and play. Attend our “Back to Baseball/Softball” parent information night for a BIG DISCOUNT on registration fees, Thursday February 27th Continue Reading
25 Years Ago – The Exxon Valdez
Written on February 27, 2014 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
This March there are a number of events happening around here, organized by the San Juans Alliance to recognize the 25th anniversary of the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill in Alaska’s Prince William Sound: Attend a lecture – to learn about what would happen to our islands in the event of a major oil spill. Watch a Continue Reading
S.T.A.R. More Affordable
Written on February 27, 2014 at 5:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
After School Care Now Even More Affordable Starting March 1st Island Rec is decreasing the drop-in price of STAR—Study Time and Afternoon Recreation. Instead of $12.50 ($21 for early dismissal), each afternoon will now cost only $9.50 ($17.25 for early dismissal)! Those on the free and reduced lunch program will still be eligible for scholarship Continue Reading
Geo Tech Club
Written on February 26, 2014 at 9:16 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Join Park Ranger, Raena Parsons, Thursday evenings from 6pm-8pm, February 27-March 27 at the San Juan Island Public Library. Learn Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to map your world. Create online maps, add pictures and other information to maps, and share with your friends. GeoTech Club is open to kids 11 to 15! For more information, Continue Reading
Moving Day
Written on February 26, 2014 at 9:04 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Hey, the San Juan Historical is moving some stuff on Saturday and they sure could use some help. Get a free lunch and a warm, fuzzy feeling by doing right by your community. Morning shift starts at 8:30 AM and goes to 11:30 AM. Then it’s time to eat. Afternoon shift starts at noon and Continue Reading
Lilies on the Land
Written on February 26, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
SJCT Winter Play Tells Story of “The Forgotten Army” While the men were off fighting, the women kept their country fed. San Juan Community Theatre showcases Great Britain’s Women’s Land Army in the play, Lilies on the Land, presented on the Whittier stage February 28, March 1-2 and 6-9. The play charts the personal journey Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on March 3, 2014 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
This beautiful girl goes by the name of, “Dizzy”. She recently arrived here at our shelter when her owner died unexpectedly. She is about six years old and came in with another female kitty, named Pumpkin, who is also in need of a new home. We are told she shared her home with three other Continue Reading
San Juan County Open Houses
Written on March 3, 2014 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County invites you to their upcoming open houses. Staff from Public Works, Community Development and Planning Department and the Economic Development Council will be available to discuss upcoming road projects, the proposed Economic Development Element of the Comprehensive Plan, the amendments to the Eastsound Subarea Plan, the Lopez Village Plan, and amendments to Continue Reading
Orca Greeting Ceremony
Written on March 2, 2014 at 6:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
8th Annual Celebration of the Orca Greeting Ceremony Each summer, our resident pods of orca whales come together in what are called “greeting ceremonies.” In this spirit, The Whale Museum invites all orca supporters to our 8th Annual Celebration of the “Orca Greeting Ceremony.” This Fundraising Dinner and Auction will be held on Friday, May Continue Reading
Music at the Rumor Mill Tonight
Written on March 1, 2014 at 4:02 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Lopez Island band Isle Zen rocks the Rumor Mill tonight with their mix of high energy Rock, Country, Funk and some Metal. (covers and originals). Head down there and dance your socks off. The Rumor Mill 175 First Street 8:00 PM
St. Patrick’s Extravaganza
Written on March 1, 2014 at 10:09 am, by Tim Dustrude
Annual St.Patricks Day Dinner to Fund Soroptimist Projects Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor will hold their 16th annual St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza, on March 15 at the Mullis Center. The group’s largest annual fundraiser supports the work Soroptimists do to improve the lives of women and girls in the community. The festivities begin at 5 Continue Reading
Replacement for Evergreen State Coming Tuesday
Written on February 28, 2014 at 11:15 am, by Tim Dustrude
Good news from Jim at the FAC… Editor’s Note: This story has been corrected. The headline originally said “Sunday” instead of “Tuesday”. Apologies for any confusion this may have caused. An update on the Sealth: WSF has a vessel coming out of drydock in Anacortes on Sunday, which will allow the Sealth to be lifted Continue Reading
Calling All Artists!
Written on February 28, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island National Historical Park is hosting a community art contest with entries due April 1-11. Get started on yours today! The theme this year is Wildflowers and Pollinators of the San Juan Islands. Entries may be of any medium but must follow the size guide below: 2-D size 8″x 10″ or 11″x 14″ Continue Reading
Rose Pruning Demonstration
Written on February 28, 2014 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Got Roses? Join your island Master Gardeners for a free rose pruning demonstration on Saturday, March 8, 2014 from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. This year the event will be held on Jenny Prescotts beautiful grounds, 1555 Bailer Hill Road. Jenny has a large, fenced, and fanciful rose garden, host to more than fifty roses, Continue Reading
What is the “American Way of Life” to you?
Written on February 28, 2014 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Comfy home, good health care, freedom to worship as you please, good schools and a safe community? Is there a feeling of pride when we declare we are American? Do we appreciate the liberties we have as Americans? There is an American Spirit, a way of honor in our DNA. We are driven to hard Continue Reading
Small Town Survey IX
Written on February 27, 2014 at 5:12 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Water. It’s delicious. It quenches thirst. It sustains us. A friend once said, “It’s the elixir of life”. It comes free without asking when you sit down in a restaurant… usually filled with ice cubes. Remember, answers to previous surveys can be viewed on this page.
Play Ball!
Written on February 27, 2014 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Re-posting this story again – Don’t forget, this meeting is tonight… Little League Spring Baseball and Softball Season is just around the corner! Boys and girls kindergarten through 8th grade are welcome to come out and play. Attend our “Back to Baseball/Softball” parent information night for a BIG DISCOUNT on registration fees, Thursday February 27th Continue Reading
25 Years Ago – The Exxon Valdez
Written on February 27, 2014 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
This March there are a number of events happening around here, organized by the San Juans Alliance to recognize the 25th anniversary of the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill in Alaska’s Prince William Sound: Attend a lecture – to learn about what would happen to our islands in the event of a major oil spill. Watch a Continue Reading
S.T.A.R. More Affordable
Written on February 27, 2014 at 5:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
After School Care Now Even More Affordable Starting March 1st Island Rec is decreasing the drop-in price of STAR—Study Time and Afternoon Recreation. Instead of $12.50 ($21 for early dismissal), each afternoon will now cost only $9.50 ($17.25 for early dismissal)! Those on the free and reduced lunch program will still be eligible for scholarship Continue Reading
Geo Tech Club
Written on February 26, 2014 at 9:16 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Join Park Ranger, Raena Parsons, Thursday evenings from 6pm-8pm, February 27-March 27 at the San Juan Island Public Library. Learn Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to map your world. Create online maps, add pictures and other information to maps, and share with your friends. GeoTech Club is open to kids 11 to 15! For more information, Continue Reading
Moving Day
Written on February 26, 2014 at 9:04 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Hey, the San Juan Historical is moving some stuff on Saturday and they sure could use some help. Get a free lunch and a warm, fuzzy feeling by doing right by your community. Morning shift starts at 8:30 AM and goes to 11:30 AM. Then it’s time to eat. Afternoon shift starts at noon and Continue Reading
Lilies on the Land
Written on February 26, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
SJCT Winter Play Tells Story of “The Forgotten Army” While the men were off fighting, the women kept their country fed. San Juan Community Theatre showcases Great Britain’s Women’s Land Army in the play, Lilies on the Land, presented on the Whittier stage February 28, March 1-2 and 6-9. The play charts the personal journey Continue Reading