Topic: Around Here

Live from New York and London… to Friday Harbor!

Written on August 3, 2013 at 5:10 am, by

The Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series of live opera and the best of British theater from the London stage are now coming to Friday Harbor. San Juan Community Theatre will be presenting The Met: Live in HD and National Theatre Live productions inside the Whittier Theatre (see schedule below). SJCT joins more than 1,900 theaters in  Continue Reading

AUDITIONS! Neil Simon Comedy

Written on August 2, 2013 at 8:10 pm, by

Auditions are being held Sunday and Monday, August 11 and 12 for San Juan Community Theatre’s fall play: Neil Simon’s hilarious salute to the comedy writers of television’s golden age, Laughter on the 23rd Floor. Director Michael McElrath will be casting seven males and two females during auditions scheduled at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday and  Continue Reading

The Show Must Go On…

Written on August 2, 2013 at 12:38 pm, by

Here’s Helen from Island Stage Left this morning… Despite possible rain, Island Stage Left will perform The Taming of the Shrew tonight at 8:00 at 1062 Wold Rd. We will do it inside if necessary, but do it we will! Please pass the word!! The show continues Fridays – Sundays through Aug 18th.

Art Market Today

Written on August 2, 2013 at 9:58 am, by

Don’t forget – the art market is at Brickworks today. Here’s more from Debbie Pigman: Stop by the Art Market at Brickworks on Friday, 3-7pm. Take in the music of Ian Boulton from 3-5pm and Deb Strasser from 5-7pm, get a little chair massage for $1 per minute and enjoy the art of many local  Continue Reading

Sign Language Group Forming

Written on August 2, 2013 at 5:25 am, by

Are you interested in learning to sign? There’s a new group forming in partnership with the San Juan Island Library Tuesdays, 3pm-4:30pm, beginning in September 2013 Open to beginning signers and others who want practice signing, ages 7 and up. For more information write to strehlou [@] rockisland [.] com National studies indicate that approximately 10% of  Continue Reading

Not as Big of a Ban as You May Have Thought

Written on August 1, 2013 at 4:00 pm, by

Just got this notice from Fire Marshall Steve Marler: A recent press release from the Department of Natural Resources announced a prohibition on any open fires on any lands protected by DNR.  Unfortunately, the notice left many with the impression that the burn ban was all encompassing.  In actuality, it applies only to unimproved forest  Continue Reading

Cow and Pig Move On

Written on August 1, 2013 at 12:23 pm, by

Just saw this sad news… In case any of you are wondering, here it is straight from Cow and Pig: I have some sad news about Pig and Cow many of you have asked “where art thou?” They’ve been put away and know not when they’ll return to their spot…if ever again Their beloved caretakers,  Continue Reading

Hey What’s SUP?

Written on August 1, 2013 at 5:50 am, by

That’s Tony Anderson right there on the left, of Springtide SUP, located down at the far end of the road at Jackson’s Beach, and he’ll not only tell you what SUP is, but he’ll outfit you so you can try it yourself. Oh alright, I’ll tell you – SUP is Stand Up Paddle boarding and  Continue Reading

Rebecca N. DeBoer – Receives Master of Arts Degree

Written on August 1, 2013 at 5:46 am, by

Rebecca N. DeBoer received her Master of Arts Degree in Mathematical Education from the Western Governors University. Rebecca is a 2004 graduate of Friday Harbor High School, Cum Laude graduate of Central Washington University, and a Fulbright Scholar. Celebrating Rebecca’s wonderful achievement were her family: Husband – Josh DeBoer Parents – Beth & Kerry Anderson  Continue Reading

36th Annual 8.8K Loop Run!

Written on August 1, 2013 at 5:45 am, by

Island Rec and Xtreme Fitness invite you to take part in some local history and enter the 36th Annual Friday Harbor 8.8k Loop Run scheduled for a 9am start on Saturday August 17, 2013. People of all ages enjoy running or walking in this race. Fees for registrations are $20 for kids 12 and under and  Continue Reading

Historian to Talk About Indian Wives of U.S. officers, civilian officials

Written on August 1, 2013 at 5:40 am, by

Historian Candace Wellman will talk about what U.S. Army officers and other public officials left behind when they ventured East to Civil War battlefields in a lecture entitled American Officers, Indian Families and the Civil War, scheduled 7 p.m., Saturday, August 10 at the San Juan island Library. Wellman’s talk explores the lives of American  Continue Reading

‘Round Towner

Written on August 1, 2013 at 5:40 am, by

Hop on the ‘RoundTowner shuttle and experience Friday Harbor for only $3.00 per boarding. This service will operate as an “on-demand” taxi from 7:30 AM until 6:00 PM, between these locations: Ferry Landing Spring Street Landing Marina Whale Museum Courthouse Post Office Friday Harbor High School Friday Harbor Middle School King’s Market Friday Harbor Drugs  Continue Reading

Kenmore’s Favorite Island Contest

Written on August 1, 2013 at 5:30 am, by

Seattle-based airline Kenmore Air announced last week that it will put tickets on sale for just $69 each way between Seattle and one island in the San Juan Islands as a part of their Facebook promotion where fans vote for their favorite island. “We rarely discount our flights between Seattle and the San Juan Islands however  Continue Reading

MORE Patsy!

Written on July 31, 2013 at 5:50 pm, by

The overwhelming response to San Juan Community Theatre’s upcoming Remember Patsy Cline concerts (both the Friday and Saturday shows sold out weeks ago) has prompted SJCT to add an additional show. Kate Schuman and Keith Busha will now pay tribute to the late country legend THIS Sunday, August 4 at 8:00 p.m. in the Gubelman  Continue Reading

Opalco Youth Shine At Regional Co-Op Leadership Camp

Written on July 31, 2013 at 5:50 am, by

All four of the high-school students from San Juan County who participated in the Idaho Consumer-Owned Utility Association (ICUA) Youth Rally in July brought home additional scholarship awards and made OPALCO proud through their cooperation and leadership at the camp. OPALCO was the only co-op (out of 15 participating) to earn scholarship awards for each  Continue Reading

Weaving Weekend Slated for August 3-4

Written on July 31, 2013 at 5:45 am, by

Weavers from throughout San Juan Island and Washington State will gather for the weekend to demonstrate how European and American Indian techniques melded to create woven objects and clothing unique to the Pacific Northwest. The free program is scheduled Saturday and Sunday August 3 and 4 on the English Camp parade ground. A golf cart  Continue Reading