Topic: Around Here
Garden Club Meeting
Written on October 30, 2013 at 5:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this note from Dot Vandaveer to share with you… San Juan Island Garden Club regular meeting, November 5, 2013, Mullis Center, 1 pm. After the garden is put to bed for the winter it’s time to awaken your inner crafting spirit . Explore new materials, new techniques and enjoy the non-gardening months ahead. Continue Reading
A new face for IMA
Written on October 30, 2013 at 5:28 am, by Tim Dustrude
In May 2013 the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (IMA) acquired the old EMS building at 540 Spring Street in Friday Harbor. Over the past several months great progress has been made in designing the renovation of the old EMS building into a visually impactful Visual Arts Museum here in Friday Harbor. Richard Hobbs, Continue Reading
Island Air Ambulance Wins Award
Written on October 29, 2013 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Association of Air Medical Services (AAMS) awarded San Juan Island EMS and MedEvac / Island Air Ambulance the 2013 Fixed Wing Award of Excellence at the annual Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC) before a crowd of thousands of the industry’s leading medevac operators, professional associations, and air medical practitioners. The Fixed Wing Award of Continue Reading
New Personal Trainer at Xtreme Fitness
Written on October 29, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Michael Long is the newest member of the Xtreme Fitness team. As a personal trainer, Michael has a passion for helping his clients be their best. He received his initial training at Vision Quest in Kent. He has a strong back ground in martial arts. He will work with you to keep you focused on Continue Reading
Community Dinner Next Week
Written on October 29, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s almost time again for the Community Dinner. Let’s see what’s on the menu for November… Chicken Gyros– Roasted Chicken in a soft pita with Tzatziki Sauce and Romaine Lettuce Pork Souvlaki– Skewers of Pork Shoulder Marinated and Grilled Rice Pilaf– Seasoned Rice with fresh herbs, onion and peas Greek Salad– Cucumber, Tomato, Kalamata Olive, Continue Reading
Conscientious Projector Movie Tonight
Written on October 28, 2013 at 1:39 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Rob Simpson checks in to announce tonight’s free movie showing at the library… Greetings Inquiring Islanders, Most of us remember TWA’s old commercials using that song “Up up and away… fly TWA “ and how TWA was a major carrier But, they’re gone now. TWA went bankrupt not long after Flight 800 (a Boeing 747) Continue Reading
Local Man Designs NASA Spacecraft Trajectory
Written on October 28, 2013 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mike Loucks of Friday Harbor, owner of Space Exploration Engineering Corporation (SEE), designed and helped implement the trajectory that was used by NASA’s Lunar Atmosphere and Dust Environment Explorer (LADEE) to get from launch on Sep. 6, to lunar commissioning orbit on Oct. 13. Loucks designed the trans-lunar and lunar orbit capture portion of LADEE’s Continue Reading
Pets of the Week
Written on October 28, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Meet Caesar and Duke, two of the nicest dogs you’ll ever meet. These guys are both 7 years old and have lived together their entire lives, so we want to make sure they find their forever home together too. Caesar is a BIG German Shepherd and his pal, Duke, is a Lab mix. They both Continue Reading
Toy Box to Celebrate Neighborhood Toy Store Day
Written on October 28, 2013 at 5:19 am, by Tim Dustrude
Along with the Toy Box, more than 600 stores from coast to coast will participate. As a child, nothing compared to the enchanted feeling of shopping for toys at your local toy store. Gazing with wonder at the aisles of exciting choices…holding your new toy for the very first time…anticipation building inside you as you Continue Reading
Don’t Forget, “Talking With…”
Written on October 26, 2013 at 12:18 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Talking With… by Jane Martin, continues Saturday at 7:30 and Sunday at 2:00. 11 of your island friends in 11 different and provocative monologues! Featuring: Patti Bair, Therese Finn, Julie Greene, Penelope Haskew, Shannon Kelley, Julie Laidlaw, Maureen See, Fiona Small, Kate Small, Joy Van Camp, Susan Williams
Albee Classic Presented in Readers Theatre Series
Written on October 26, 2013 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Tony award-winning drama, Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf ? written by Edward Albee, highlights San Juan Community Theatre’s On Book! Readers Theatre series on Tuesday and Wednesday, October 29 and 30 at 7:30 p.m. Directed by Tony Vivenzio, the reading on the Whittier stage will feature island actors Dorian Oliver, Lynda Guernsey, Grace Castle Continue Reading
Youths Dream Big at WA State Prevention Summit
Written on October 25, 2013 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
Empowering messages like Dream Big, Find your Destiny, Be the Party and Stand Up, Stand Out, Choose Health gave 6 local San Juan Island teens a lot to think about and new skills to act upon these messages they heard in workshops, presentations and service projects in Yakima where the 3 day Summit is held Continue Reading
Harvest Fest 2013
Written on October 25, 2013 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
HarvestFest is a safe, kid-friendly, family-oriented alternative to scary Halloween parties. Our goal is to provide a safe but fun place for toddlers, preschool & elementary age children to experience the fun of trick-or-treating without the crowded streets & scary costumes of older kids. Started as a Harvest party more than 25 years ago the Continue Reading
Teen Halloween Party
Written on October 25, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Calling all teens! Get ready to celebrate everyone’s favorite holiday at the annual Teen Halloween Party! Grab your friends, wear a costume, and head on over to Paradise Lanes for an evening of FREE bowling, pizza, refreshments, and more! The party starts at 7:30pm and goes till 10pm, so take a break from trick-or-treating and Continue Reading
Food for the Eaglets
Written on October 25, 2013 at 5:15 am, by Tim Dustrude
Wolf Hollow Needs Your Help! Only 3 days to go and we’re coming up short. We’ve created a crowd-funded campaign to help Wolf Hollow rehabilitate two Bald Eaglets. The main cost involved in raising these eaglets is FOOD – lots of it. They are big birds and need a lot of high quality food to Continue Reading
Howard (Howie) Rosenfeld Position Statement
Written on October 24, 2013 at 5:00 pm, by Tim Dustrude
As a candidate for Public Hospital District #1 I’ve received inquiries about my positions. I want to be as clear as possible: I support women’s reproductive services. I support the AG Opinion that facilities providing maternity care must provide the full range of women’s reproductive health services. My position is the Hospital District has a Continue Reading
Garden Club Meeting
Written on October 30, 2013 at 5:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this note from Dot Vandaveer to share with you… San Juan Island Garden Club regular meeting, November 5, 2013, Mullis Center, 1 pm. After the garden is put to bed for the winter it’s time to awaken your inner crafting spirit . Explore new materials, new techniques and enjoy the non-gardening months ahead. Continue Reading
A new face for IMA
Written on October 30, 2013 at 5:28 am, by Tim Dustrude
In May 2013 the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (IMA) acquired the old EMS building at 540 Spring Street in Friday Harbor. Over the past several months great progress has been made in designing the renovation of the old EMS building into a visually impactful Visual Arts Museum here in Friday Harbor. Richard Hobbs, Continue Reading
Island Air Ambulance Wins Award
Written on October 29, 2013 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Association of Air Medical Services (AAMS) awarded San Juan Island EMS and MedEvac / Island Air Ambulance the 2013 Fixed Wing Award of Excellence at the annual Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC) before a crowd of thousands of the industry’s leading medevac operators, professional associations, and air medical practitioners. The Fixed Wing Award of Continue Reading
New Personal Trainer at Xtreme Fitness
Written on October 29, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Michael Long is the newest member of the Xtreme Fitness team. As a personal trainer, Michael has a passion for helping his clients be their best. He received his initial training at Vision Quest in Kent. He has a strong back ground in martial arts. He will work with you to keep you focused on Continue Reading
Community Dinner Next Week
Written on October 29, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s almost time again for the Community Dinner. Let’s see what’s on the menu for November… Chicken Gyros– Roasted Chicken in a soft pita with Tzatziki Sauce and Romaine Lettuce Pork Souvlaki– Skewers of Pork Shoulder Marinated and Grilled Rice Pilaf– Seasoned Rice with fresh herbs, onion and peas Greek Salad– Cucumber, Tomato, Kalamata Olive, Continue Reading
Conscientious Projector Movie Tonight
Written on October 28, 2013 at 1:39 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Rob Simpson checks in to announce tonight’s free movie showing at the library… Greetings Inquiring Islanders, Most of us remember TWA’s old commercials using that song “Up up and away… fly TWA “ and how TWA was a major carrier But, they’re gone now. TWA went bankrupt not long after Flight 800 (a Boeing 747) Continue Reading
Local Man Designs NASA Spacecraft Trajectory
Written on October 28, 2013 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mike Loucks of Friday Harbor, owner of Space Exploration Engineering Corporation (SEE), designed and helped implement the trajectory that was used by NASA’s Lunar Atmosphere and Dust Environment Explorer (LADEE) to get from launch on Sep. 6, to lunar commissioning orbit on Oct. 13. Loucks designed the trans-lunar and lunar orbit capture portion of LADEE’s Continue Reading
Pets of the Week
Written on October 28, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Meet Caesar and Duke, two of the nicest dogs you’ll ever meet. These guys are both 7 years old and have lived together their entire lives, so we want to make sure they find their forever home together too. Caesar is a BIG German Shepherd and his pal, Duke, is a Lab mix. They both Continue Reading
Toy Box to Celebrate Neighborhood Toy Store Day
Written on October 28, 2013 at 5:19 am, by Tim Dustrude
Along with the Toy Box, more than 600 stores from coast to coast will participate. As a child, nothing compared to the enchanted feeling of shopping for toys at your local toy store. Gazing with wonder at the aisles of exciting choices…holding your new toy for the very first time…anticipation building inside you as you Continue Reading
Don’t Forget, “Talking With…”
Written on October 26, 2013 at 12:18 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Talking With… by Jane Martin, continues Saturday at 7:30 and Sunday at 2:00. 11 of your island friends in 11 different and provocative monologues! Featuring: Patti Bair, Therese Finn, Julie Greene, Penelope Haskew, Shannon Kelley, Julie Laidlaw, Maureen See, Fiona Small, Kate Small, Joy Van Camp, Susan Williams
Albee Classic Presented in Readers Theatre Series
Written on October 26, 2013 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Tony award-winning drama, Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf ? written by Edward Albee, highlights San Juan Community Theatre’s On Book! Readers Theatre series on Tuesday and Wednesday, October 29 and 30 at 7:30 p.m. Directed by Tony Vivenzio, the reading on the Whittier stage will feature island actors Dorian Oliver, Lynda Guernsey, Grace Castle Continue Reading
Youths Dream Big at WA State Prevention Summit
Written on October 25, 2013 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
Empowering messages like Dream Big, Find your Destiny, Be the Party and Stand Up, Stand Out, Choose Health gave 6 local San Juan Island teens a lot to think about and new skills to act upon these messages they heard in workshops, presentations and service projects in Yakima where the 3 day Summit is held Continue Reading
Harvest Fest 2013
Written on October 25, 2013 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
HarvestFest is a safe, kid-friendly, family-oriented alternative to scary Halloween parties. Our goal is to provide a safe but fun place for toddlers, preschool & elementary age children to experience the fun of trick-or-treating without the crowded streets & scary costumes of older kids. Started as a Harvest party more than 25 years ago the Continue Reading
Teen Halloween Party
Written on October 25, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Calling all teens! Get ready to celebrate everyone’s favorite holiday at the annual Teen Halloween Party! Grab your friends, wear a costume, and head on over to Paradise Lanes for an evening of FREE bowling, pizza, refreshments, and more! The party starts at 7:30pm and goes till 10pm, so take a break from trick-or-treating and Continue Reading
Food for the Eaglets
Written on October 25, 2013 at 5:15 am, by Tim Dustrude
Wolf Hollow Needs Your Help! Only 3 days to go and we’re coming up short. We’ve created a crowd-funded campaign to help Wolf Hollow rehabilitate two Bald Eaglets. The main cost involved in raising these eaglets is FOOD – lots of it. They are big birds and need a lot of high quality food to Continue Reading
Howard (Howie) Rosenfeld Position Statement
Written on October 24, 2013 at 5:00 pm, by Tim Dustrude
As a candidate for Public Hospital District #1 I’ve received inquiries about my positions. I want to be as clear as possible: I support women’s reproductive services. I support the AG Opinion that facilities providing maternity care must provide the full range of women’s reproductive health services. My position is the Hospital District has a Continue Reading