Topic: Around Here
Author Event at Griffin Bay Books
Written on May 7, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
ZERO SEPARATION by Philip Donlay Fans of thriller fiction take note: On Saturday afternoon, May 11, from 2:00—4:00 pm Griffin Bay Bookstore is hosting former pilot Philip Donlay and his latest novel, Zero Separation. Be sure and stop by the bookstore to meet and chat with the author and get your book signed. If you’ve Continue Reading
Spring Plant Sale
Written on May 7, 2013 at 4:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Itʼs time for the Master Gardeners Spring Plant Sale, at the Mullis Senior Center on Saturday May 11th, from 9:00 AM till noon. We will pair again this year with the Friday Harbor Animal Shelter and their Motherʼs Day Orchid and Bake Sale. Hereʼs a great opportunity to stock your garden and buy gifts and goodies. The Continue Reading
Car Fire on R.H. Road
Written on May 6, 2013 at 4:06 pm, by Tim Dustrude
No injuries were incurred from a car fire on Roche Harbor Road Monday morning. The call went out to San Juan Fire Rescue at 08:59. The fire was controlled by 09:21. One engine, one water tender, and one rescue unit were on the scene while three other units stood by in headquarters. The car was totaled and and the Continue Reading
Concert at the Presbyterian Church
Written on May 6, 2013 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
At 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, renowned Bay Area pianist John Boyajy will present a concert at the Friday Harbor Presbyterian Church with proceeds benefitting San Juan Nature Institute. Tickets will be available at the door at $15. His visit to Friday Harbor is a golden opportunity to experience a superb artist at the Continue Reading
FREE Master Composter/Recycler Training
Written on May 6, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Calling all islanders interested in composting and recycling! Join WSU Extension and Jan Juan County Solid Waste in this county-wide training of Master Composters/Recyclers. Participants will learn all the ins and outs of composting, vermicomposting, soil building and recycling in this four-week program, including one field trip. Trained volunteers will be expected to provide 20 Continue Reading
Wildfire Awareness Week, May 5 – 11
Written on May 6, 2013 at 5:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
In recognition of Wildfire Awareness Week, the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages everyone to learn their role in preparing for wildfire safety. This year, DNR is encouraging homeowners, land managers, first responders, developers and business owners, and civic leaders to focus on “Knowing Your Role” when it comes to preparing communities for Continue Reading
Seattle Children’s Theatre Partners with SJCT
Written on May 6, 2013 at 5:22 am, by Tim Dustrude
Registration is now open for new theatre workshops this summer for youth at San Juan Community Theatre, including a new partnership with one of the top 20 regional theaters in the country. Two educators from the Seattle Children’s Theatre will visit Friday Harbor from July 15 to 19 to hold workshops for island youth, and Continue Reading
It’s at the end of Bloom Week…
Written on May 6, 2013 at 5:09 am, by Tim Dustrude
Learn where the wildflowers and birds are, peer over the shoulders of artists in action, play a game or catch a tune or two during San Juan Island National Historical Park’s second annual Wildflower Festival, scheduled 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the American Camp parade ground. The Festival is the culmination of Bloom Week, Continue Reading
Geodesic Dome at the Children’s Festival
Written on May 5, 2013 at 1:13 am, by Tim Dustrude
It was a great day for the Children’s Festival, with some of the best weather this event has ever seen. Kids of all ages had a great time. More photos are available if you click on the photo at right. It’s a shot by Aaron Shepard of the cardboard geodesic dome being assembled. Thanks for Continue Reading
History Lives Here – Free Tour Saturday
Written on May 3, 2013 at 4:38 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Celebrate Heritage Month in the San Juan Islands – May 2013 Free guided walking tour of historic downtown Friday Harbor. Rain or shine, Saturday, May 4th, 10:00 am-11:30 am. Meet at Memorial Park located at the intersection of Front and Spring streets. Info: (360) 378-2810, sstrehlou [@] fridayharbor.org Preservation Month events are coordinated by the Town of Continue Reading
New Owners at Duck Soup Inn
Written on May 3, 2013 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
I recently emailed Anna Lisa Lindstrum a question about Duck Soup Inn and I got quite a response from her – one that I didn’t expect. She was happy to let me share it with you. Here it is along with an introduction to and some photos of the new owners, Kyle Nicholson and Emily Continue Reading
Into the Woods Continues
Written on May 3, 2013 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Click on the photo to see more of Lisa Duke’s photos. Stephen Sondheim’s thought-provoking and Tony award-winning musical, Into the Woods, continues through Sunday, May 2-5 at San Juan Community Theatre. Friday and Saturday’s shows are at 7:30 and Sunday’s is at 5:00 pm. More information on the production, which concludes next week, May 9-11, Continue Reading
Shredding in the Parking Lot
Written on May 3, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s today from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Islander’s Bank parking lot, and it’s FREE!
Island Business for Sale
Written on May 2, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this in an email from Kirk, owner of Isle Be Jammin’… Dear friend and musician, I am sending this to friends and collaborators in the Music World, as I know it. Hopefully, with your help, I can find a replacement for myself here in Friday Harbor. San Juan Island, Washington’s Isle be Jammin’ Continue Reading
Tarna the Cat Needs a Home
Written on May 2, 2013 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Julia Vouri has sent this note over for you… Would you enjoy a loving companion? We are desperately seeking a home for this lovely cat. Tarna is a sweet, grand old feline lady who urgently needs a new loving home. She is 14. Her human mom passed away suddenly on April 5th, leaving her behind. Tarna Continue Reading
San Juan Island Real Estate Market Summary
Written on May 2, 2013 at 5:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
Merri Ann Simonson shares this real estate transaction report for us from Coldwell Banker… The first quarter results for San Juan Island were disappointing as the real estate dollar volume was down 22% from the same period in 2012. The number of transactions was down 18%. Orcas, on the other hand, had a terrific first Continue Reading
Author Event at Griffin Bay Books
Written on May 7, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
ZERO SEPARATION by Philip Donlay Fans of thriller fiction take note: On Saturday afternoon, May 11, from 2:00—4:00 pm Griffin Bay Bookstore is hosting former pilot Philip Donlay and his latest novel, Zero Separation. Be sure and stop by the bookstore to meet and chat with the author and get your book signed. If you’ve Continue Reading
Spring Plant Sale
Written on May 7, 2013 at 4:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Itʼs time for the Master Gardeners Spring Plant Sale, at the Mullis Senior Center on Saturday May 11th, from 9:00 AM till noon. We will pair again this year with the Friday Harbor Animal Shelter and their Motherʼs Day Orchid and Bake Sale. Hereʼs a great opportunity to stock your garden and buy gifts and goodies. The Continue Reading
Car Fire on R.H. Road
Written on May 6, 2013 at 4:06 pm, by Tim Dustrude
No injuries were incurred from a car fire on Roche Harbor Road Monday morning. The call went out to San Juan Fire Rescue at 08:59. The fire was controlled by 09:21. One engine, one water tender, and one rescue unit were on the scene while three other units stood by in headquarters. The car was totaled and and the Continue Reading
Concert at the Presbyterian Church
Written on May 6, 2013 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
At 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, renowned Bay Area pianist John Boyajy will present a concert at the Friday Harbor Presbyterian Church with proceeds benefitting San Juan Nature Institute. Tickets will be available at the door at $15. His visit to Friday Harbor is a golden opportunity to experience a superb artist at the Continue Reading
FREE Master Composter/Recycler Training
Written on May 6, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Calling all islanders interested in composting and recycling! Join WSU Extension and Jan Juan County Solid Waste in this county-wide training of Master Composters/Recyclers. Participants will learn all the ins and outs of composting, vermicomposting, soil building and recycling in this four-week program, including one field trip. Trained volunteers will be expected to provide 20 Continue Reading
Wildfire Awareness Week, May 5 – 11
Written on May 6, 2013 at 5:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
In recognition of Wildfire Awareness Week, the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages everyone to learn their role in preparing for wildfire safety. This year, DNR is encouraging homeowners, land managers, first responders, developers and business owners, and civic leaders to focus on “Knowing Your Role” when it comes to preparing communities for Continue Reading
Seattle Children’s Theatre Partners with SJCT
Written on May 6, 2013 at 5:22 am, by Tim Dustrude
Registration is now open for new theatre workshops this summer for youth at San Juan Community Theatre, including a new partnership with one of the top 20 regional theaters in the country. Two educators from the Seattle Children’s Theatre will visit Friday Harbor from July 15 to 19 to hold workshops for island youth, and Continue Reading
It’s at the end of Bloom Week…
Written on May 6, 2013 at 5:09 am, by Tim Dustrude
Learn where the wildflowers and birds are, peer over the shoulders of artists in action, play a game or catch a tune or two during San Juan Island National Historical Park’s second annual Wildflower Festival, scheduled 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the American Camp parade ground. The Festival is the culmination of Bloom Week, Continue Reading
Geodesic Dome at the Children’s Festival
Written on May 5, 2013 at 1:13 am, by Tim Dustrude
It was a great day for the Children’s Festival, with some of the best weather this event has ever seen. Kids of all ages had a great time. More photos are available if you click on the photo at right. It’s a shot by Aaron Shepard of the cardboard geodesic dome being assembled. Thanks for Continue Reading
History Lives Here – Free Tour Saturday
Written on May 3, 2013 at 4:38 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Celebrate Heritage Month in the San Juan Islands – May 2013 Free guided walking tour of historic downtown Friday Harbor. Rain or shine, Saturday, May 4th, 10:00 am-11:30 am. Meet at Memorial Park located at the intersection of Front and Spring streets. Info: (360) 378-2810, sstrehlou [@] fridayharbor.org Preservation Month events are coordinated by the Town of Continue Reading
New Owners at Duck Soup Inn
Written on May 3, 2013 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
I recently emailed Anna Lisa Lindstrum a question about Duck Soup Inn and I got quite a response from her – one that I didn’t expect. She was happy to let me share it with you. Here it is along with an introduction to and some photos of the new owners, Kyle Nicholson and Emily Continue Reading
Into the Woods Continues
Written on May 3, 2013 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Click on the photo to see more of Lisa Duke’s photos. Stephen Sondheim’s thought-provoking and Tony award-winning musical, Into the Woods, continues through Sunday, May 2-5 at San Juan Community Theatre. Friday and Saturday’s shows are at 7:30 and Sunday’s is at 5:00 pm. More information on the production, which concludes next week, May 9-11, Continue Reading
Shredding in the Parking Lot
Written on May 3, 2013 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s today from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Islander’s Bank parking lot, and it’s FREE!
Island Business for Sale
Written on May 2, 2013 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this in an email from Kirk, owner of Isle Be Jammin’… Dear friend and musician, I am sending this to friends and collaborators in the Music World, as I know it. Hopefully, with your help, I can find a replacement for myself here in Friday Harbor. San Juan Island, Washington’s Isle be Jammin’ Continue Reading
Tarna the Cat Needs a Home
Written on May 2, 2013 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Julia Vouri has sent this note over for you… Would you enjoy a loving companion? We are desperately seeking a home for this lovely cat. Tarna is a sweet, grand old feline lady who urgently needs a new loving home. She is 14. Her human mom passed away suddenly on April 5th, leaving her behind. Tarna Continue Reading
San Juan Island Real Estate Market Summary
Written on May 2, 2013 at 5:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
Merri Ann Simonson shares this real estate transaction report for us from Coldwell Banker… The first quarter results for San Juan Island were disappointing as the real estate dollar volume was down 22% from the same period in 2012. The number of transactions was down 18%. Orcas, on the other hand, had a terrific first Continue Reading