Topic: Around Here

Notes from the Island — Aug. 30

Written on August 30, 2022 at 10:15 am, by

The barge and crane that will be used to raise the sunken Aleutian Isle fishing vessel arrived on the west side of San Juan Island over the weekend. With the barge securely anchored, divers are performing the underwater recovery operations necessary to raise the vessel. These operations are expected to take roughly ten days. The  Continue Reading

At Roche Harbor Disc Golf Course

Written on August 29, 2022 at 9:33 pm, by

SJIMA event examines the human struggles of the people of Afghanistan

Written on August 29, 2022 at 3:23 pm, by

The San Juan Islands Museum of Art shares a look at their Wednesday event. Afghanistan — one of the poorest and most poorly understood countries in the world — has been a center of revolution, foreign occupation and civil war for over 40 years. Despite our decades of involvement in the country, the human struggles  Continue Reading

Back-to-school update from Fred Woods, San Juan Island School District superintendent

Written on August 29, 2022 at 9:28 am, by

Dear Friday Harbor community, After a two-year hiatus, it was like a breath of fresh air to see the return of the San Juan County Fair. Walking through that front gate felt good, and dare I say, normal. The end of the fair indicates that the start of school is just around the corner. New  Continue Reading

Summer Film Series preview for Aug. 30

Written on August 29, 2022 at 6:45 am, by

The organizers of the Summer Film Series at San Juan Community Theatre send along a preview of this week’s film — the last of the season. The showing starts at 7 p.m. Admission is pay-what-you-can. For this season only, fresh popcorn is available for free. Oliver Sacks: His Own Life Biography — not rated Run  Continue Reading

The cool wind returns

Written on August 26, 2022 at 5:17 pm, by

Youth book groups return to the Library

Written on August 26, 2022 at 2:16 pm, by

The Library shares good news about their upcoming book groups for young islanders. The San Juan Island Library is pleased to announce that funding has been secured for another year of youth book groups. Two book groups will be offered for youth over the 2022-23 school year. Based on the Book, the long running middle  Continue Reading

Carmella is the Animal Protection Society’s pet of the week

Written on August 26, 2022 at 11:49 am, by

The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor shares a look at the adoptable animal of the week — Carmella, a 17-year-old domestic shorthair tabby that was recently surrendered to APS after her family moved away and left her behind. Carmella is a sweet cat who has spent most of her time searching for life’s meaning  Continue Reading

Prevention Coalition’s annual community survey is open now

Written on August 26, 2022 at 8:09 am, by

The San Juan Island Prevention Coalition shares news about their annual community survey and asks for your help. SJIPC’s annual community survey is open now. The anonymous survey is available both in English and in Spanish. This survey helps SJIPC gain continued support through the Washington Health Care Authority’s Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative (CWPI), which  Continue Reading

Island Jobs: The Town of Friday Harbor seeks a Utility Worker

Written on August 26, 2022 at 6:30 am, by

The Town of Friday Harbor is looking for a full-time, entry-level Utility Worker for the its Streets Department. Learn more in the Island Jobs section of the San Juan Update.

Fox on the fence

Written on August 25, 2022 at 10:45 pm, by

Learn more about Brad’s perspective on the foxes of San Juan Island.

Alchemy Art Center’s Artist Talk Series features local artists Marsha McAllister and Glenn Hendrick

Written on August 25, 2022 at 9:16 pm, by

The San Juan Islands Museum of Art and Alchemy Art Center send along news about the latest installment in Alchemy’s Artist Talk Series. Alchemy Art Center, in partnership with the San Juan Islands Museum of Art, is hosting an artist talk series featuring visiting and local artists. Talks take place in the upstairs workshop area  Continue Reading

Director Series continues with Yasuni Man

Written on August 25, 2022 at 10:32 am, by

The Friday Harbor Film Festival shares news about their ongoing Director Series.  Yasuni Man, Friday Harbor Film Festival’s next offering in The Director Series, focuses on the conflict between oil companies and native Waorani people in South America. In the depths of South America, where the Andes, the Amazon and the Equator collide, a  Continue Reading

Notes from the Island — Aug. 25

Written on August 25, 2022 at 9:00 am, by

The San Juan County Department of Emergency Management is looking for housing for 10-20 emergency responders arriving on San Juan Island tomorrow to work on the recovery of the sunken Aleutian Isle fishing vessel. Some responders only need to stay for one night; others might be on the island for up to two weeks. If  Continue Reading

Evening in the field

Written on August 24, 2022 at 9:02 pm, by

All-islands Makers Fair happening on Saturday

Written on August 24, 2022 at 7:37 pm, by

The San Juan Makers Guild shares a brief look at this weekend’s event at Pelindaba Lavender Farm. Fragrant fields lined with white tents and colorful banners will invite guests to stroll the Full Bloom Makers Fair, taking place this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Pelindaba Lavender Farm. Individual and group makers booths  Continue Reading