Topic: Around Here
DROP, COVER, HOLD ON!
Written on September 26, 2013 at 5:03 am, by Tim Dustrude
These three actions may save your life if (when) there is an earthquake where you are. The Great Washington ShakeOut will take place on October 17, 2013 at 10:17 am. Great ShakeOut Earthquake drills are a chance to practice how to protect ourselves during big earthquakes, and also how to get prepared. Here’s the drill: Continue Reading
Parent Meeting at FHES
Written on September 26, 2013 at 4:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
Cyber bullying and Internet Safety Parent Meeting at Friday Harbor Elementary School Community Advocate Melanie Kaegi will visit the 4th, 5th, and 6th grades at Friday Harbor Elementary School to discuss the topic of telecommunication safety. Melanie Kaegi is a Community Advocate for Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services (DVSAS) of San Juan County. Prior Continue Reading
Stolen Bike
Written on September 25, 2013 at 8:17 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this note from Andy at Island’s Veterinary Clinic on Mullis Street. Please keep your eyes open for this! Hello Tim, I know this is not your usual fare, but I thought I’d give it a try. This weekend I had the unfortunate experience of someone steeling my bicycle from the shed behind Sonja’s Continue Reading
Chili Cook-Off and Artstock at Brickworks
Written on September 25, 2013 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Saturday, October 5th from 3:30-7:00pm, the Island Harvest Chili Cook-off and the Artstock Art Market will bring a little something for everyone to Brickworks. Competing for best chili at the event will be Coho Restaurant, Pablito’s Taqueria, Cask and Schooner, Ernie’s Cafe, Mike’s Café, and the Friday Harbor High School’s Food for Thought Program Continue Reading
Fifteen Dollar Felines!
Written on September 25, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society, Friday Harbor has announced a $15 adoption fee for all cats over six months of age during the month of October. Kittens under the age of six months will be available for $50, which is half the normal adoption fee. All adoptions are subject to approval. The shelter has plenty of Continue Reading
Soul Motion Dance Workshop
Written on September 25, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
This coming weekend, Seshen and Scott will hold space to deeply and gently guide students to find their authentic movement and enthusiasm. We will travel the path of endless self discovery-down from the minds conversations of past and future into the raw, messy and miraculous event of this body sweating, tensing, opening, living and dying, Continue Reading
Winner! Winner!
Written on September 25, 2013 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Pirrette Rouse shows the single raffle ticket that she purchased to win 9 days and 8 nights in a two-bedroom condominium on the Kona side of Hawaii. The raffle was a fundraiser for Friday Harbor Grange. Frank and Pat Penwell, members of Friday Harbor Grange donated the use of the condo for the raffle. Pirrette Continue Reading
Deb Langhan’s Petition
Written on September 25, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Deb Langhans sends over this request for you to read, sign and share her petition to the President and Congress to act now on fixing the problems with the Fukushima nuclear power reactor in Japan. Here’s Deb… While I’m very aware this island has endured more than its share of hardship & pain over the Continue Reading
Give Blood Wednesday!
Written on September 24, 2013 at 9:52 pm, by Tim Dustrude
It’s the San Juan Island Blood Drive at Mullis Community Senior Center. Wednesday from 11:30 to 5:30. Walk-ins are welcome. Donors with appointments have priority at registration. For more info or to make an appointment contact Curt Van Hyning at 317-8399. Sponsored by the San Juan Island Lions Club.
Are You Upgrading?
Written on September 24, 2013 at 9:42 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Do you have an old WORKING computer now that you’re upgrading to something new? How about donating it to a family in need to help their kids with school? Check out what Tom Doenges 0f Computer San Juans is doing. Here he is with the details… COMPUTER TRADING UP?? I volunteered to help the 6 Continue Reading
Open House at the Cheese Shop!
Written on September 24, 2013 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
A big thanks to Friday Harbor Locals and all its visitors for making our first season so wonderful. Upcoming Event: “Thank You Friday Harbor!” OPEN HOUSE @ SJI Cheese Details: We invite you to a celebration of the end of Summer and a welcoming to the beginning of Fall. We are offering: 15% off all Continue Reading
National Theatre Live presents OTHELLO September 30
Written on September 24, 2013 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre’s new HD-live program continues on Monday, September 30 at 7:00 p.m. with the National Theatre Live presentation of William Shakespeare’s Othello. Olivier Award-winning actor Adrian Lester (Henry V at the National Theatre, BBC’s Hustle) takes the title role in the celebrated play about the destructive power of jealousy. Playing opposite him as Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on September 24, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
As you can see from his photo, Percy is a very sophisticated Persian cat who is about two years old. Don’t let his debonair pose fool you – this guy is part kitten, part dog and part comedian. He’s great with people and loves to play and hang out with staff and visitors at the Continue Reading
Flu Shot Clinics on Wednesdays
Written on September 24, 2013 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Healthcare announces their 2013 Drop-In Flu Clinic Schedule: Flu Clinics begin Wednesday, October 2nd from 2:00 to 4:30. Walk in Clinics will run every Wednesday* while supplies last. Flu shots will be available by appointment only outside of our scheduled Walk in Clinics. *Wednesday October 23, 2013 Flu Shot Clinic will be held Continue Reading
Shrine-Making Weekend!
Written on September 24, 2013 at 5:16 am, by Tim Dustrude
Jan Murphy of Wild at Heart Studios invites you to a Shrine Making Workshop: Jeff and Sherri Haynie’s Pop-Cap and Kitty-Can Shrines Workshop… I fell in love with Jeff and Sherri’s work when I visited the Verksted Gallery in Poulsbo, Washington a few months ago. I knew I had to contact them to see if Continue Reading
Update on Opalco Lineman Injured After Contact With High Voltage Line
Written on September 23, 2013 at 10:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
On September 20th at 9:30 am, OPALCO Journeyman Lineman Kevin Zoerb was working on the south end of Lopez Island when he came in contact with a high voltage line. He was airlifted to Harborview and admitted to the ICU burn unit in critical condition. As of Sunday night, Kevin was awake and breathing on Continue Reading
DROP, COVER, HOLD ON!
Written on September 26, 2013 at 5:03 am, by Tim Dustrude
These three actions may save your life if (when) there is an earthquake where you are. The Great Washington ShakeOut will take place on October 17, 2013 at 10:17 am. Great ShakeOut Earthquake drills are a chance to practice how to protect ourselves during big earthquakes, and also how to get prepared. Here’s the drill: Continue Reading
Parent Meeting at FHES
Written on September 26, 2013 at 4:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
Cyber bullying and Internet Safety Parent Meeting at Friday Harbor Elementary School Community Advocate Melanie Kaegi will visit the 4th, 5th, and 6th grades at Friday Harbor Elementary School to discuss the topic of telecommunication safety. Melanie Kaegi is a Community Advocate for Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services (DVSAS) of San Juan County. Prior Continue Reading
Stolen Bike
Written on September 25, 2013 at 8:17 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this note from Andy at Island’s Veterinary Clinic on Mullis Street. Please keep your eyes open for this! Hello Tim, I know this is not your usual fare, but I thought I’d give it a try. This weekend I had the unfortunate experience of someone steeling my bicycle from the shed behind Sonja’s Continue Reading
Chili Cook-Off and Artstock at Brickworks
Written on September 25, 2013 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Saturday, October 5th from 3:30-7:00pm, the Island Harvest Chili Cook-off and the Artstock Art Market will bring a little something for everyone to Brickworks. Competing for best chili at the event will be Coho Restaurant, Pablito’s Taqueria, Cask and Schooner, Ernie’s Cafe, Mike’s Café, and the Friday Harbor High School’s Food for Thought Program Continue Reading
Fifteen Dollar Felines!
Written on September 25, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society, Friday Harbor has announced a $15 adoption fee for all cats over six months of age during the month of October. Kittens under the age of six months will be available for $50, which is half the normal adoption fee. All adoptions are subject to approval. The shelter has plenty of Continue Reading
Soul Motion Dance Workshop
Written on September 25, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
This coming weekend, Seshen and Scott will hold space to deeply and gently guide students to find their authentic movement and enthusiasm. We will travel the path of endless self discovery-down from the minds conversations of past and future into the raw, messy and miraculous event of this body sweating, tensing, opening, living and dying, Continue Reading
Winner! Winner!
Written on September 25, 2013 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Pirrette Rouse shows the single raffle ticket that she purchased to win 9 days and 8 nights in a two-bedroom condominium on the Kona side of Hawaii. The raffle was a fundraiser for Friday Harbor Grange. Frank and Pat Penwell, members of Friday Harbor Grange donated the use of the condo for the raffle. Pirrette Continue Reading
Deb Langhan’s Petition
Written on September 25, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Deb Langhans sends over this request for you to read, sign and share her petition to the President and Congress to act now on fixing the problems with the Fukushima nuclear power reactor in Japan. Here’s Deb… While I’m very aware this island has endured more than its share of hardship & pain over the Continue Reading
Give Blood Wednesday!
Written on September 24, 2013 at 9:52 pm, by Tim Dustrude
It’s the San Juan Island Blood Drive at Mullis Community Senior Center. Wednesday from 11:30 to 5:30. Walk-ins are welcome. Donors with appointments have priority at registration. For more info or to make an appointment contact Curt Van Hyning at 317-8399. Sponsored by the San Juan Island Lions Club.
Are You Upgrading?
Written on September 24, 2013 at 9:42 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Do you have an old WORKING computer now that you’re upgrading to something new? How about donating it to a family in need to help their kids with school? Check out what Tom Doenges 0f Computer San Juans is doing. Here he is with the details… COMPUTER TRADING UP?? I volunteered to help the 6 Continue Reading
Open House at the Cheese Shop!
Written on September 24, 2013 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
A big thanks to Friday Harbor Locals and all its visitors for making our first season so wonderful. Upcoming Event: “Thank You Friday Harbor!” OPEN HOUSE @ SJI Cheese Details: We invite you to a celebration of the end of Summer and a welcoming to the beginning of Fall. We are offering: 15% off all Continue Reading
National Theatre Live presents OTHELLO September 30
Written on September 24, 2013 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre’s new HD-live program continues on Monday, September 30 at 7:00 p.m. with the National Theatre Live presentation of William Shakespeare’s Othello. Olivier Award-winning actor Adrian Lester (Henry V at the National Theatre, BBC’s Hustle) takes the title role in the celebrated play about the destructive power of jealousy. Playing opposite him as Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on September 24, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
As you can see from his photo, Percy is a very sophisticated Persian cat who is about two years old. Don’t let his debonair pose fool you – this guy is part kitten, part dog and part comedian. He’s great with people and loves to play and hang out with staff and visitors at the Continue Reading
Flu Shot Clinics on Wednesdays
Written on September 24, 2013 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Healthcare announces their 2013 Drop-In Flu Clinic Schedule: Flu Clinics begin Wednesday, October 2nd from 2:00 to 4:30. Walk in Clinics will run every Wednesday* while supplies last. Flu shots will be available by appointment only outside of our scheduled Walk in Clinics. *Wednesday October 23, 2013 Flu Shot Clinic will be held Continue Reading
Shrine-Making Weekend!
Written on September 24, 2013 at 5:16 am, by Tim Dustrude
Jan Murphy of Wild at Heart Studios invites you to a Shrine Making Workshop: Jeff and Sherri Haynie’s Pop-Cap and Kitty-Can Shrines Workshop… I fell in love with Jeff and Sherri’s work when I visited the Verksted Gallery in Poulsbo, Washington a few months ago. I knew I had to contact them to see if Continue Reading
Update on Opalco Lineman Injured After Contact With High Voltage Line
Written on September 23, 2013 at 10:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
On September 20th at 9:30 am, OPALCO Journeyman Lineman Kevin Zoerb was working on the south end of Lopez Island when he came in contact with a high voltage line. He was airlifted to Harborview and admitted to the ICU burn unit in critical condition. As of Sunday night, Kevin was awake and breathing on Continue Reading