Topic: Around Here
Open House at the Labs
Written on May 13, 2013 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Saturday, May 18, 2013, the University of Washington’s Friday Harbor Laboratories will hold its annual Open House. This event offers a splendid opportunity to meet scientists and students at the Labs and check out the research and teaching facilities. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Labs will be open for self-guided tours. Scientists Continue Reading
Sticks, Bricks, Blocks, and Fire: (re)Building Friday Harbor
Written on May 13, 2013 at 5:26 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join local historian Boyd Pratt for a talk about the people, disasters and building trends that shaped the look of Friday Harbor’s past and present. From territorial-era sawn-wood to decorative cast concrete, Friday Harbor’s architecture has mirrored regional building trends, influenced as much by innovation as by natural disaster. Wednesday, May 15th — 7:00 pm, at Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on May 13, 2013 at 5:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
If you are looking for an affectionate, loyal companion, look no further! Sweet little Sadie came to us recently from Bakersfield with two other small dogs. She is energetic and loves to play but has a soft, snuggly side too. She loves lap time and is a very good kisser. She gets along well with Continue Reading
Author Event at Griffin Bay Books
Written on May 13, 2013 at 5:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Barbed Crown by William Dietrich Pulitzer-prize winning writer William (Bill) Dietrich will be appearing with his latest Ethan Gage novel at Griffin Bay Bookstore on Friday evening, May 17, 7:00 pm. A prolific author with a long and distinguished career as both a journalist and novelist, he is a New York Times bestselling author Continue Reading
Park to Install Low Voltage Electric Fencing
Written on May 13, 2013 at 5:20 am, by Tim Dustrude
The National Park Service has developed an experimental plan to exclude deer from habitat occupied by rare Island Marble butterflies at American Camp, according to Jerald Weaver, park Integrated Resources manager. The park the week of May 13 will install six-foot electric fence around core habitats in three locations around South Beach to protect island marble Continue Reading
Island Rec Welcomes a New Team Member
Written on May 13, 2013 at 3:02 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is delighted to welcome back last year’s Camp Eagle Rock Director, Diana Feinson as their new ¾ time employee. Diana will be responsible for the operations of Island Rec’s School Out Programs that include, Camp Eagle Rock, during the summer, Study Time and Afternoon Recreation, STAR, during the school year and School’ Out Continue Reading
Book of the Dead Highlights Readers Theatre Series
Written on May 12, 2013 at 8:00 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Famed playwright Jean Claude Van Itallie’s poetic adaptation of traditional Tibetan passages used to aid and comfort at the time of death will keep islanders thinking long after the next On Book! Readers Theatre at San Juan Community Theatre. Seven island actresses will present The Tibetan Book of the Dead or (How Not To Do Continue Reading
Rescue Drill
Written on May 11, 2013 at 6:55 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The good news is, it was only a drill. The bad news is there were 19 people involved, 2 in the car, 17 on the bus, one fatality, 4 critically injured… but it’s really not bad news because it was just a drill. EMS was there, the fire department was there. Community volunteers and Continue Reading
New Gallery & Gift Shop
Written on May 11, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
A gallery and gift shop with a very specific mission just opened in a new space sharing the historic Victorian building with the Dr.’s Office Treatment Café, 85 Front Street, across from the Friday Harbor ferry landing. The Nature Connection Gallery & Gifts is a goal of artist, veteran of corporate branding and retailing, and Continue Reading
Island Sinfonia to Perform
Written on May 11, 2013 at 5:02 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Island Sinfonia will present its spring concert on Orcas at the Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall on Sunday, May 12 at 2 p.m. The varied program will feature “Variations on a Shaker Melody” by Copland; “Habanera” by Chabrier; “The Swan of Tuonela” by Sibelius – featuring Ginni Keith on English horn; Lerner and Loewe Continue Reading
SJI Cheese comes to Friday Harbor
Written on May 10, 2013 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
There will be a new cheese shop in town in about a month or maybe less. San Juan Island Cheese will be in the 155 Nichols St. building. (that’s right across Nichols from Brickworks, right where Sea Shepard Gallery was for a while). They are currently doing a major remodel inside and out. They will Continue Reading
Bike to Work Week
Written on May 10, 2013 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Next week is National Bike to Work Week. If that’s too tough to swallow, how about Next Friday (the 17th) is National Bike to Work DAY. And if that’s also too much, well then just enjoy these facts… A few bike parking vs. car parking statistics just for interest’s sake: Number of bikes that can Continue Reading
Got Trees?
Written on May 10, 2013 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
In honor of Arbor Day, Lopez Island Grange #1060, Orcas Grange #964 and Friday Harbor Grange #225 will distribute free Scotch Pines this Saturday at the grocery stores on Lopez, Orcas and San Juan Islands. You can pick your free tree in the parking lot at your local grocery any time after 10:00 AM. Alex Continue Reading
This is Our Town: Melisa Pinnow
Written on May 9, 2013 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
Whoa – I only set out to shoot some Senior Portraits but I ended up meeting quite an amazing young woman in the process… She is the latest featured portrait on This is Our Town. Check it out… Click here to read more. ThisIsOurTown.com is a glimpse of the people and businesses that shape the personality Continue Reading
It’s Teddy Bear Time May 11
Written on May 9, 2013 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
CATS’ annual Teddy Bear Picnic returns to San Juan Community Theatre on Saturday, May 11. The FREE event from noon to 2:00 in the patio garden and Gubelman Theatre features face painting, crafts projects, refreshments and, of course, teddy bears! This year, local musician Kirk Fuhrmeister (Isle Be Jammin’) will be providing the entertainment—playing music, Continue Reading
Prop Wizard!
Written on May 9, 2013 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
This story is from the San Juan Community Theater’s blog – Tonight, tomorrow and Saturday are the last dates of Into the Woods. Check the theater’s website to get info and tickets… Baby dolls that look real, a not-too-big golden harp, and a white Heifer OH MY! Those are just a few of the challenges Continue Reading
Open House at the Labs
Written on May 13, 2013 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Saturday, May 18, 2013, the University of Washington’s Friday Harbor Laboratories will hold its annual Open House. This event offers a splendid opportunity to meet scientists and students at the Labs and check out the research and teaching facilities. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Labs will be open for self-guided tours. Scientists Continue Reading
Sticks, Bricks, Blocks, and Fire: (re)Building Friday Harbor
Written on May 13, 2013 at 5:26 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join local historian Boyd Pratt for a talk about the people, disasters and building trends that shaped the look of Friday Harbor’s past and present. From territorial-era sawn-wood to decorative cast concrete, Friday Harbor’s architecture has mirrored regional building trends, influenced as much by innovation as by natural disaster. Wednesday, May 15th — 7:00 pm, at Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on May 13, 2013 at 5:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
If you are looking for an affectionate, loyal companion, look no further! Sweet little Sadie came to us recently from Bakersfield with two other small dogs. She is energetic and loves to play but has a soft, snuggly side too. She loves lap time and is a very good kisser. She gets along well with Continue Reading
Author Event at Griffin Bay Books
Written on May 13, 2013 at 5:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Barbed Crown by William Dietrich Pulitzer-prize winning writer William (Bill) Dietrich will be appearing with his latest Ethan Gage novel at Griffin Bay Bookstore on Friday evening, May 17, 7:00 pm. A prolific author with a long and distinguished career as both a journalist and novelist, he is a New York Times bestselling author Continue Reading
Park to Install Low Voltage Electric Fencing
Written on May 13, 2013 at 5:20 am, by Tim Dustrude
The National Park Service has developed an experimental plan to exclude deer from habitat occupied by rare Island Marble butterflies at American Camp, according to Jerald Weaver, park Integrated Resources manager. The park the week of May 13 will install six-foot electric fence around core habitats in three locations around South Beach to protect island marble Continue Reading
Island Rec Welcomes a New Team Member
Written on May 13, 2013 at 3:02 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is delighted to welcome back last year’s Camp Eagle Rock Director, Diana Feinson as their new ¾ time employee. Diana will be responsible for the operations of Island Rec’s School Out Programs that include, Camp Eagle Rock, during the summer, Study Time and Afternoon Recreation, STAR, during the school year and School’ Out Continue Reading
Book of the Dead Highlights Readers Theatre Series
Written on May 12, 2013 at 8:00 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Famed playwright Jean Claude Van Itallie’s poetic adaptation of traditional Tibetan passages used to aid and comfort at the time of death will keep islanders thinking long after the next On Book! Readers Theatre at San Juan Community Theatre. Seven island actresses will present The Tibetan Book of the Dead or (How Not To Do Continue Reading
Rescue Drill
Written on May 11, 2013 at 6:55 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The good news is, it was only a drill. The bad news is there were 19 people involved, 2 in the car, 17 on the bus, one fatality, 4 critically injured… but it’s really not bad news because it was just a drill. EMS was there, the fire department was there. Community volunteers and Continue Reading
New Gallery & Gift Shop
Written on May 11, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
A gallery and gift shop with a very specific mission just opened in a new space sharing the historic Victorian building with the Dr.’s Office Treatment Café, 85 Front Street, across from the Friday Harbor ferry landing. The Nature Connection Gallery & Gifts is a goal of artist, veteran of corporate branding and retailing, and Continue Reading
Island Sinfonia to Perform
Written on May 11, 2013 at 5:02 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Island Sinfonia will present its spring concert on Orcas at the Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall on Sunday, May 12 at 2 p.m. The varied program will feature “Variations on a Shaker Melody” by Copland; “Habanera” by Chabrier; “The Swan of Tuonela” by Sibelius – featuring Ginni Keith on English horn; Lerner and Loewe Continue Reading
SJI Cheese comes to Friday Harbor
Written on May 10, 2013 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
There will be a new cheese shop in town in about a month or maybe less. San Juan Island Cheese will be in the 155 Nichols St. building. (that’s right across Nichols from Brickworks, right where Sea Shepard Gallery was for a while). They are currently doing a major remodel inside and out. They will Continue Reading
Bike to Work Week
Written on May 10, 2013 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Next week is National Bike to Work Week. If that’s too tough to swallow, how about Next Friday (the 17th) is National Bike to Work DAY. And if that’s also too much, well then just enjoy these facts… A few bike parking vs. car parking statistics just for interest’s sake: Number of bikes that can Continue Reading
Got Trees?
Written on May 10, 2013 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
In honor of Arbor Day, Lopez Island Grange #1060, Orcas Grange #964 and Friday Harbor Grange #225 will distribute free Scotch Pines this Saturday at the grocery stores on Lopez, Orcas and San Juan Islands. You can pick your free tree in the parking lot at your local grocery any time after 10:00 AM. Alex Continue Reading
This is Our Town: Melisa Pinnow
Written on May 9, 2013 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
Whoa – I only set out to shoot some Senior Portraits but I ended up meeting quite an amazing young woman in the process… She is the latest featured portrait on This is Our Town. Check it out… Click here to read more. ThisIsOurTown.com is a glimpse of the people and businesses that shape the personality Continue Reading
It’s Teddy Bear Time May 11
Written on May 9, 2013 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
CATS’ annual Teddy Bear Picnic returns to San Juan Community Theatre on Saturday, May 11. The FREE event from noon to 2:00 in the patio garden and Gubelman Theatre features face painting, crafts projects, refreshments and, of course, teddy bears! This year, local musician Kirk Fuhrmeister (Isle Be Jammin’) will be providing the entertainment—playing music, Continue Reading
Prop Wizard!
Written on May 9, 2013 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
This story is from the San Juan Community Theater’s blog – Tonight, tomorrow and Saturday are the last dates of Into the Woods. Check the theater’s website to get info and tickets… Baby dolls that look real, a not-too-big golden harp, and a white Heifer OH MY! Those are just a few of the challenges Continue Reading