Eddie Rivera joined our island community in the summer of 2004 and we were all touched by being his friends. Those that knew Eddie enjoyed his enthusiasm for technology, long walks and felt his big generous heart. Eddie participated in a wide variety of activities, whether you knew Eddie from trivia, volley ball, nature, technology,  Continue Reading

This is a belated thank you letter from me, your SJ Update editor Tim Dustrude, to everyone who helped out with the photo exhibit at the Fair this year… I was the superintendent of the photography exhibit at the Fair this year and it was sometimes almost overwhelming – scheduling, planning, brainstorming, connecting, creating…  and  Continue Reading

Here’s an some updated information on Sundays event: It’s this Sunday at San Juan Vineyards: The Sports Car Club of the San Juan Islands, in conjunction with the Rotary Club of San Juan Island, will present the 7th annual Concours d’Elegance on August 25. All interesting cars and motorcycles are most welcome, and the featured  Continue Reading

This just in… Bad news and good news – Unfortunately, Kuba Tana had to cancel their 5:00 performance at the Art Market this afternoon due to a hand injury of one of their key players. Fortunately, local favorite, Teddy Deane, is stepping up to the plate to join us from 5-7pm……keyboard and vocals….lots of originals  Continue Reading

Come as you are to the reception for WM McCauley Gallery’s exhibition featuring Steve Hill and Janice Maple. Steve’s striking pastels of landscapes and cityscapes have won numerous awards. He has shown and taught throughout the Northwest, East Coast, and internationally. San Juan Island’s Janice Maple presents her finely rendered studies of nature with their  Continue Reading

Join Mike Vouri, Historian and Chief of Interpretation, San Juan Island National Historic Park, for this month’s Know Your Island Walk, to revisit the Fraser Homestead Trail. Learn new history of the Rossler Family. Meet and park at American Camp Visitor Center. Length is 3.5 mi RT. Terrain is dirt trail. Rating is easy. Dogs  Continue Reading

Margaret asked to have this posted again and with emphasis that grief support for all in our community is part of the mission of Hospice of San Juan and is open to everyone who has experienced a significant loss. No prior hospice affiliation is required. Hospice of San Juan Grief Support Services is utilizing its grant  Continue Reading

Here’s something fun that happened on Saturday, the last day of the 2013 SJC Fair. It was originally an idea of Zach and Debbi Fincher of the San Juan Island Prevention Coalition and their Rock Solid Youth Group. They organized it and got ahold of Julie Hagn and Michelle Mazzerella who choreographed the dance and got  Continue Reading

There’s a new show opening at Waterworks Gallery and running August 24 through Sept 14: Tom Small – Recent Stone, wood and glass sculptures. Randall Tipton – Abstract landscape paintings Tom Small’s recent sculptures worked in cast glass, basalt or wood convey the tactile nature of sculpture yet the designs resonate with elegance and simplicity.  Continue Reading

Please join us for our San Juan Islands Conservation District Open House and come celebrate with us in our new digs! We have moved. We are now at 530 Guard Street in Friday Harbor and we would love for you to come visit and see what we are up to. All are welcome! We look forward  Continue Reading

Study Time and Afternoon Recreation – STAR! Island Rec is once again operating a supervised after-school program for kids in grades K-6, beginning August 29th and continuing throughout the school year. STAR will operate on all regular school days and early release days at the FHES cafeteria, from the “school’s out” bell until 6pm. Each  Continue Reading

Lime Kiln Point State Park and The Whale Museum will be featured in a story on KPLU Public Radio on Thursday, August 22. It’s part of a series KPLU is running called “Tourist in Your Own Town.” Jenny Atkinson, Patti Wickham and Bob Otis were interviewed for the story by KPLU Reporter Paula Wissel. The  Continue Reading

The 2nd annual San Juan Music Festival is just around the corner, on Saturday, August 31, 2013 (Labor Day Weekend) at the new performance site at the former Browne Lumber lot at 330 Spring St. in Friday Harbor. This all day event will feature performances from these Island bands & artists, playing rock, jazz, big  Continue Reading

This note just came in from Maria Small and she would like me to share it with you… Hello Tim, The San Juan County Fair left a tasty impression on my palate by means of a generous community of fair staff, exhibitors, vendors and volunteers. There are so many to individually thank here but personally  Continue Reading

Please mark your calendars and join us: Our Annual Customer Appreciation Event hosted by The BBQ Shack & Islander’s Bank “Stuff The Bus” School Supply Drive (donations are appreciated but not required) When: August 21st Where: Islanders Bank Friday Harbor branch parking lot Time: 11am – 3pm School supplies for our students are so important to  Continue Reading

You remember from a couple months ago reading about Clark Gilbert running in the relay going across the United States? Well he’s not done yet – check this out… On May 30th, Clark Gilbert started on a running journey that would change his life. Leaving Vernal, Utah at 6:00 am, Clark ran 167 miles, along  Continue Reading