Topic: Around Here
Richard Christopher DeStaffany
Written on February 19, 2014 at 7:07 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Richard Christopher DeStaffany, one of Friday Harbor’s colorful characters, has died of heart disease at the age of 62. Born to be the center of attention, Chris kept his friends entertained, inspired, and busy with his high ambitions, seldom worrying about details of preparation and follow-up as he would muddle through on sheer enthusiasm and Continue Reading
Pablito’s is Back with Hora Feliz!
Written on February 19, 2014 at 6:30 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this note from Paul over at Pablito’s… Hey there, This is Paul from Pablito’s. I’m writing to let you know that we’re back open after our winter break. This spring we’re just going to concentrate on dinner, so we’ll be open Tuesday through Saturday from. 4:30 – 8:30. We’re also excited to be Continue Reading
OPALCO Invests in Energy Savings to Keep Member Costs Down
Written on February 19, 2014 at 5:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
OPALCO recently announced a 6% rate increase beginning in March. What can we do to keep member costs down? Energy efficiency and conservation activities and gains are key tools for minimizing kWh usage and helping members to control their utility bills. Every little bit helps: the Northwest Power and Conservation Council states “Nearly 60% of Continue Reading
Art Awards for Local Students
Written on February 19, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Western Region Awards for Friday Harbor High School Artists San Juan Island’s Friday Harbor High School Art Instructor Andy Anderson is very proud to announce that two Friday Harbor High School AP Studio Art students have won the highest recognition in the 2014 Western at Large Regional Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Competition. The Western Continue Reading
Greenhouse on the Move
Written on February 19, 2014 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
>Editor’s note: Additional information added after this article was first published. Click the Read More link below. The greenhouse that was started out as a high school student’s community project several years ago has found a new home with The Community Gardens out off of San Juan Valley Road. On Monday it was moved there Continue Reading
County Positions Available
Written on February 19, 2014 at 3:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
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
EMS Recognizes Excellence at Annual Banquet
Written on February 19, 2014 at 3:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island EMS and Medevac/Island Air Ambulance just completed another successful year serving the San Juan community through 1496 emergency calls, nationally trend setting cariac arrest save rates, and industry leading patient satisfaction. In recognition of this community’s medical responders, the annual San Juan Island EMS Awards Banquet was held on January 11, 2014 Continue Reading
Power Squadron Boating Course
Written on February 18, 2014 at 7:40 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Get your Washington State Boater’s Education Card! FREE Class starts next Monday, February 24 up at the college and goes through the next 5 Mondays, 7:00 – 9:00 PM. Pick up your comprehensive boating information manual and 2 companion CD’s with Coastal Navigator Electronic Charting, needed for class for $45.00 (Couples can share). Students get Continue Reading
Isle Be Wed is Back
Written on February 18, 2014 at 6:44 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Third Annual San Juan Islands’ Wedding Show Isle Be Wed, the only wedding show in the San Juan Islands, is back on both Orcas Island and San Juan Island for 2014. The “Isle Be Wed” wedding show has been celebrating island wedding fare available to brides and grooms throughout the San Juan Islands since 2012 Continue Reading
Girl Rising at FHFF Tonight
Written on February 18, 2014 at 5:09 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Girl Rising tells the stories of nine extraordinary girls from nine different countries; each story was written by a celebrated writer from the girl’s own country and is narrated by a renowned actress. The film showcases the strength of the human spirit and the power of education to change the world. The featured girls face Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on February 18, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Saturday February 22nd, 1:00 – 4:00 pm: Meet Lee Taylor, Superintendent of San Juan Island National Historical Park, to walk the new Westcott Bay Trail at English Camp and learn about the park’s plans for the recently added 70 acres. This trail leads to a lovely cove, and then back. Meet and park at English Continue Reading
FHHS Basketball
Written on February 18, 2014 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s another update from coach Rod Turnbull… Friday Harbor Boys Basketball will play University Prep at University Prep High School in the first round of the Tri-District playoffs this Wednesday, 2/19. Game time is set for 5:00. A win and we will play again on Friday at Mountlake Terrace. A loss and we are out. Continue Reading
Salish Sea Early Music Festival
Written on February 18, 2014 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sunday, February 23, 2014 at 7:00 PM CPE BACH CONCERTO FESTIVAL Hans Juergen, harpsichord (Luebeck, Germany) Jeffrey Cohan, baroque flute Christine Wilkinson Beckman, baroque violin Courtney Kuroda, baroque violin Steve Creswell, baroque viola Joanna Blendulf, baroque cello (Huntsville, Alabama) Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (1714-1788) – Harpsichord Concerto in D Minor, Wq. 17 Carl Philipp Emanuel Continue Reading
EDC offers FREE Finance 101 workshop
Written on February 18, 2014 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
Gaining control over finances is one of the most important skills to learn as a business owner or an individual. The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE two-hour workshop entitled “Finance 101” on San Juan Island, on Tuesday, March 4, from 9-11 a.m. Advance registration is required. The workshop course material Continue Reading
Letters
Written on February 17, 2014 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a letter from Shaun Hubbard about the open public comment period for the rebuilding of the Spring Street Landing building… Dear Editor, I’m hoping that you will post the pdf link (below) to the “Waterfront Planning and Design” document from the Port of Friday Harbor, in addition to posting some photos and information on Continue Reading
Richard Christopher DeStaffany
Written on February 19, 2014 at 7:07 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Richard Christopher DeStaffany, one of Friday Harbor’s colorful characters, has died of heart disease at the age of 62. Born to be the center of attention, Chris kept his friends entertained, inspired, and busy with his high ambitions, seldom worrying about details of preparation and follow-up as he would muddle through on sheer enthusiasm and Continue Reading
Pablito’s is Back with Hora Feliz!
Written on February 19, 2014 at 6:30 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this note from Paul over at Pablito’s… Hey there, This is Paul from Pablito’s. I’m writing to let you know that we’re back open after our winter break. This spring we’re just going to concentrate on dinner, so we’ll be open Tuesday through Saturday from. 4:30 – 8:30. We’re also excited to be Continue Reading
OPALCO Invests in Energy Savings to Keep Member Costs Down
Written on February 19, 2014 at 5:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
OPALCO recently announced a 6% rate increase beginning in March. What can we do to keep member costs down? Energy efficiency and conservation activities and gains are key tools for minimizing kWh usage and helping members to control their utility bills. Every little bit helps: the Northwest Power and Conservation Council states “Nearly 60% of Continue Reading
Art Awards for Local Students
Written on February 19, 2014 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Western Region Awards for Friday Harbor High School Artists San Juan Island’s Friday Harbor High School Art Instructor Andy Anderson is very proud to announce that two Friday Harbor High School AP Studio Art students have won the highest recognition in the 2014 Western at Large Regional Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Competition. The Western Continue Reading
Greenhouse on the Move
Written on February 19, 2014 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
>Editor’s note: Additional information added after this article was first published. Click the Read More link below. The greenhouse that was started out as a high school student’s community project several years ago has found a new home with The Community Gardens out off of San Juan Valley Road. On Monday it was moved there Continue Reading
County Positions Available
Written on February 19, 2014 at 3:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
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
EMS Recognizes Excellence at Annual Banquet
Written on February 19, 2014 at 3:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island EMS and Medevac/Island Air Ambulance just completed another successful year serving the San Juan community through 1496 emergency calls, nationally trend setting cariac arrest save rates, and industry leading patient satisfaction. In recognition of this community’s medical responders, the annual San Juan Island EMS Awards Banquet was held on January 11, 2014 Continue Reading
Power Squadron Boating Course
Written on February 18, 2014 at 7:40 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Get your Washington State Boater’s Education Card! FREE Class starts next Monday, February 24 up at the college and goes through the next 5 Mondays, 7:00 – 9:00 PM. Pick up your comprehensive boating information manual and 2 companion CD’s with Coastal Navigator Electronic Charting, needed for class for $45.00 (Couples can share). Students get Continue Reading
Isle Be Wed is Back
Written on February 18, 2014 at 6:44 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Third Annual San Juan Islands’ Wedding Show Isle Be Wed, the only wedding show in the San Juan Islands, is back on both Orcas Island and San Juan Island for 2014. The “Isle Be Wed” wedding show has been celebrating island wedding fare available to brides and grooms throughout the San Juan Islands since 2012 Continue Reading
Girl Rising at FHFF Tonight
Written on February 18, 2014 at 5:09 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Girl Rising tells the stories of nine extraordinary girls from nine different countries; each story was written by a celebrated writer from the girl’s own country and is narrated by a renowned actress. The film showcases the strength of the human spirit and the power of education to change the world. The featured girls face Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on February 18, 2014 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Saturday February 22nd, 1:00 – 4:00 pm: Meet Lee Taylor, Superintendent of San Juan Island National Historical Park, to walk the new Westcott Bay Trail at English Camp and learn about the park’s plans for the recently added 70 acres. This trail leads to a lovely cove, and then back. Meet and park at English Continue Reading
FHHS Basketball
Written on February 18, 2014 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s another update from coach Rod Turnbull… Friday Harbor Boys Basketball will play University Prep at University Prep High School in the first round of the Tri-District playoffs this Wednesday, 2/19. Game time is set for 5:00. A win and we will play again on Friday at Mountlake Terrace. A loss and we are out. Continue Reading
Salish Sea Early Music Festival
Written on February 18, 2014 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sunday, February 23, 2014 at 7:00 PM CPE BACH CONCERTO FESTIVAL Hans Juergen, harpsichord (Luebeck, Germany) Jeffrey Cohan, baroque flute Christine Wilkinson Beckman, baroque violin Courtney Kuroda, baroque violin Steve Creswell, baroque viola Joanna Blendulf, baroque cello (Huntsville, Alabama) Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (1714-1788) – Harpsichord Concerto in D Minor, Wq. 17 Carl Philipp Emanuel Continue Reading
EDC offers FREE Finance 101 workshop
Written on February 18, 2014 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
Gaining control over finances is one of the most important skills to learn as a business owner or an individual. The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE two-hour workshop entitled “Finance 101” on San Juan Island, on Tuesday, March 4, from 9-11 a.m. Advance registration is required. The workshop course material Continue Reading
Letters
Written on February 17, 2014 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a letter from Shaun Hubbard about the open public comment period for the rebuilding of the Spring Street Landing building… Dear Editor, I’m hoping that you will post the pdf link (below) to the “Waterfront Planning and Design” document from the Port of Friday Harbor, in addition to posting some photos and information on Continue Reading