Topic: Around Here
Territorial Voices: A Civil War Reader’s Theater
Written on July 15, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Lorraine McConaghy, award-winning author and historian for Seattle’s Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI), will involve audiences in the lives of Civil War settlers in Washington Territory during Territorial Voices: A Civil War Reader’s Theater scheduled for 7 p.m., Saturday July 20 at the San Juan island Library. The program is free. Call the park Continue Reading
30 Day Comment Period Open for New Park Compendium
Written on July 15, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Islanders and visitors from around the nation are invited to comment on San Juan Island National Historical Park’s revised compendium of federal regulations, which reflects important changes in regulations pertaining to visitor use, according to park Superintendent Lee Taylor. In order to monitor horse use, assess impacts, and inform riders about park resources Continue Reading
New Weekend Event At Brickworks
Written on July 13, 2013 at 11:49 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild is pleased to announce the launch of a new community event, SUNDAYS@BRICKWORKS, from 12 to 4pm every Sunday through September 1—at of course, Brickworks, in the heart of Friday Harbor. As an eclectic gathering of food producers, gardeners, artists, crafters, services, musicians, performance artists, children’s projects …. you name Continue Reading
Opening Reception at Gallery 9
Written on July 12, 2013 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island artist Jim Nollman starts with digital photographic images of Marine animals and transforms them with hours of digital manipulation to create sonic images. Sonic? Yes, he also is a whale researcher and uses sound waves to communicate and record with whales (http://interspecies.com/). This theme appears in his artwork on metal plate and Continue Reading
Music on the Lawn
Written on July 12, 2013 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
133D Army Band is really two bands! The 11- piece Brass Patriots will perform music varying from early Baroque to New Orleans Street Band music. They will be followed by General’s 7 Dixie Band complete with horns, drums and a banjo with a play list ranging from standard Dixieland tunes to Johnny Cash! Come out Continue Reading
Sunken Yacht
Written on July 12, 2013 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s what that yacht that burned at Roche Harbor looked like on Thursday morning…
How’s Business?
Written on July 12, 2013 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Victoria Compton of the Economic Development Council sends over this invitation to local business owners: Dear All, The San Juan County Economic Development Council would like to know how your business is doing in 2013. Please visit the survey here: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/JH7JQMS Please forward or publish this link to anyone you know with a business in Continue Reading
Yacht Fire at Roche Harbor
Written on July 11, 2013 at 6:03 am, by Tim Dustrude
Emergency Responders were dispatched to a $4.5 million 85-foot fiberglass yacht fire at Roche Harbor Marina on San Juan Island Wednesday at 10:14 a.m. “The biggest challenge was that firefighters could not get to the seat of the fire,” said Fire Chief Steve Marler with San Juan Island Fire Rescue. Firefighters went onboard the boat Continue Reading
Summer Book Sale
Written on July 11, 2013 at 5:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s coming soon! The Friends of the Library’s summer book sale will be held on Friday July 19 and 20 at Friday Harbor High School’s Turnbull Gym. The sale starts Friday July 19 at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Friday’s opening is limited to current members of the Friends of the Library. Not a member yet? Memberships can Continue Reading
Governor Announces $86 Million in Grants for Outdoor Recreation and Conservation
Written on July 11, 2013 at 5:15 am, by Tim Dustrude
Governor Jay Inslee today announced the award of $86 million in state and federal grants that will build parks and boating facilities, maintain backcountry trails and off-road vehicle access, improve the safety of archery and firearm ranges, conserve farmland and protect wildlife habitat. The grants, which are awarded through the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Continue Reading
Soccer Referee Clinic
Written on July 11, 2013 at 5:10 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this note from Travis Ayers, president of San Juan Soccer : Hi Tim; Can you post this info please? It is a great opportunity to help the soccer community, stay in shape, and get PAID! San Juan Soccer is willing to foot the cost for this soccer ref clinic. It is also possible Continue Reading
It’s Tonight – Music on the Lawn!
Written on July 10, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s time once again for Music on the Lawn, Island Rec’s Annual Free Summer Concert Series and this will be the 13th year of this fun family-friendly event. Tonight – Wednesday, July 10 from 6:30 -8:15pm, at the San Juan Island Historical Museum, 405 Price Street, it’s Commonly Courteous – a high-energy, rhythm rock, soul, funk trio led Continue Reading
Island Rec –Skyhawks Sports Camps
Written on July 10, 2013 at 5:03 am, by Tim Dustrude
Summer programs are underway but don’t miss out, there is still time to register for Skyhawks Sports Camps. Skyhawks is designed for kids to explore movement, hand/eye coordination, and skill development at their own pace. This year Skyhawks and Island Rec are offering Cheerleading, Tennis, Mini-Hawks and Basketball! Camp dates are July 29-August 2, $119 Continue Reading
Big Garage Sale
Written on July 10, 2013 at 5:00 am, by Tim Dustrude
Foxhall Neighborhood multi-household sale, Saturday July 13 from 8 am until 12 noon. Lawn mower, boat fenders, sewing machine, books, toys, children’s and adults’ clothing, household goods, miscellaneous. Be sure to drive all the way around the loop to check out all the sales. Lots of great finds in Foxhall!
Pet of the Week
Written on July 9, 2013 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Meet Ruby! She’s a six-year old Beagle with a wonderful personality and so much love to give! She gets along very well with other dogs and cats and would make a great companion and family member. We think she’d be happiest in a fairly quiet, adult home as she lived with older folks for the Continue Reading
Folk and Celtic Night Music
Written on July 9, 2013 at 5:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
Two island musicians and two different styles of music shine during San Juan Community Theatre’s Night Music Summer Concert Series on Thursday, July 11. Guitarist and singer/songwriter Jan Zurcher and Irish music specialist Dan Paulson will each perform during the concert inside the intimate Gubelman Theatre. Zurcher—who has written musicals for SJCT’s Playwrights Festival—will share Continue Reading
Territorial Voices: A Civil War Reader’s Theater
Written on July 15, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Lorraine McConaghy, award-winning author and historian for Seattle’s Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI), will involve audiences in the lives of Civil War settlers in Washington Territory during Territorial Voices: A Civil War Reader’s Theater scheduled for 7 p.m., Saturday July 20 at the San Juan island Library. The program is free. Call the park Continue Reading
30 Day Comment Period Open for New Park Compendium
Written on July 15, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Islanders and visitors from around the nation are invited to comment on San Juan Island National Historical Park’s revised compendium of federal regulations, which reflects important changes in regulations pertaining to visitor use, according to park Superintendent Lee Taylor. In order to monitor horse use, assess impacts, and inform riders about park resources Continue Reading
New Weekend Event At Brickworks
Written on July 13, 2013 at 11:49 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild is pleased to announce the launch of a new community event, SUNDAYS@BRICKWORKS, from 12 to 4pm every Sunday through September 1—at of course, Brickworks, in the heart of Friday Harbor. As an eclectic gathering of food producers, gardeners, artists, crafters, services, musicians, performance artists, children’s projects …. you name Continue Reading
Opening Reception at Gallery 9
Written on July 12, 2013 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island artist Jim Nollman starts with digital photographic images of Marine animals and transforms them with hours of digital manipulation to create sonic images. Sonic? Yes, he also is a whale researcher and uses sound waves to communicate and record with whales (http://interspecies.com/). This theme appears in his artwork on metal plate and Continue Reading
Music on the Lawn
Written on July 12, 2013 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
133D Army Band is really two bands! The 11- piece Brass Patriots will perform music varying from early Baroque to New Orleans Street Band music. They will be followed by General’s 7 Dixie Band complete with horns, drums and a banjo with a play list ranging from standard Dixieland tunes to Johnny Cash! Come out Continue Reading
Sunken Yacht
Written on July 12, 2013 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s what that yacht that burned at Roche Harbor looked like on Thursday morning…
How’s Business?
Written on July 12, 2013 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Victoria Compton of the Economic Development Council sends over this invitation to local business owners: Dear All, The San Juan County Economic Development Council would like to know how your business is doing in 2013. Please visit the survey here: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/JH7JQMS Please forward or publish this link to anyone you know with a business in Continue Reading
Yacht Fire at Roche Harbor
Written on July 11, 2013 at 6:03 am, by Tim Dustrude
Emergency Responders were dispatched to a $4.5 million 85-foot fiberglass yacht fire at Roche Harbor Marina on San Juan Island Wednesday at 10:14 a.m. “The biggest challenge was that firefighters could not get to the seat of the fire,” said Fire Chief Steve Marler with San Juan Island Fire Rescue. Firefighters went onboard the boat Continue Reading
Summer Book Sale
Written on July 11, 2013 at 5:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s coming soon! The Friends of the Library’s summer book sale will be held on Friday July 19 and 20 at Friday Harbor High School’s Turnbull Gym. The sale starts Friday July 19 at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Friday’s opening is limited to current members of the Friends of the Library. Not a member yet? Memberships can Continue Reading
Governor Announces $86 Million in Grants for Outdoor Recreation and Conservation
Written on July 11, 2013 at 5:15 am, by Tim Dustrude
Governor Jay Inslee today announced the award of $86 million in state and federal grants that will build parks and boating facilities, maintain backcountry trails and off-road vehicle access, improve the safety of archery and firearm ranges, conserve farmland and protect wildlife habitat. The grants, which are awarded through the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Continue Reading
Soccer Referee Clinic
Written on July 11, 2013 at 5:10 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this note from Travis Ayers, president of San Juan Soccer : Hi Tim; Can you post this info please? It is a great opportunity to help the soccer community, stay in shape, and get PAID! San Juan Soccer is willing to foot the cost for this soccer ref clinic. It is also possible Continue Reading
It’s Tonight – Music on the Lawn!
Written on July 10, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s time once again for Music on the Lawn, Island Rec’s Annual Free Summer Concert Series and this will be the 13th year of this fun family-friendly event. Tonight – Wednesday, July 10 from 6:30 -8:15pm, at the San Juan Island Historical Museum, 405 Price Street, it’s Commonly Courteous – a high-energy, rhythm rock, soul, funk trio led Continue Reading
Island Rec –Skyhawks Sports Camps
Written on July 10, 2013 at 5:03 am, by Tim Dustrude
Summer programs are underway but don’t miss out, there is still time to register for Skyhawks Sports Camps. Skyhawks is designed for kids to explore movement, hand/eye coordination, and skill development at their own pace. This year Skyhawks and Island Rec are offering Cheerleading, Tennis, Mini-Hawks and Basketball! Camp dates are July 29-August 2, $119 Continue Reading
Big Garage Sale
Written on July 10, 2013 at 5:00 am, by Tim Dustrude
Foxhall Neighborhood multi-household sale, Saturday July 13 from 8 am until 12 noon. Lawn mower, boat fenders, sewing machine, books, toys, children’s and adults’ clothing, household goods, miscellaneous. Be sure to drive all the way around the loop to check out all the sales. Lots of great finds in Foxhall!
Pet of the Week
Written on July 9, 2013 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Meet Ruby! She’s a six-year old Beagle with a wonderful personality and so much love to give! She gets along very well with other dogs and cats and would make a great companion and family member. We think she’d be happiest in a fairly quiet, adult home as she lived with older folks for the Continue Reading
Folk and Celtic Night Music
Written on July 9, 2013 at 5:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
Two island musicians and two different styles of music shine during San Juan Community Theatre’s Night Music Summer Concert Series on Thursday, July 11. Guitarist and singer/songwriter Jan Zurcher and Irish music specialist Dan Paulson will each perform during the concert inside the intimate Gubelman Theatre. Zurcher—who has written musicals for SJCT’s Playwrights Festival—will share Continue Reading