Topic: Around Here
EDC Presents Datapalooza! on Orcas
Written on November 19, 2019 at 6:10 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Need more data and information to make knowledgeable decisions about your business or as a community legislator or leader? Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) for their fourth annual Datapalooza! event, 1.5 hours of in-depth data and analysis of our economy and demographics, plus lunch and conversation, on Wednesday, December 4, from Continue Reading
Pet(s) of the Week
Written on November 17, 2019 at 4:05 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Fellow islanders, APS-FH has kitten madness and needs your help! We began our exploration with hundreds of careers and industries on our list. Narrowing down to the right career choice for each of us has proved a difficult task. Let us open with what we’ve crossed off on our “Make a Career Choice” checklist. With Continue Reading
San Juan Island Library Board Of Trustees Seeks Candidates
Written on November 15, 2019 at 6:01 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
The Board of Trustees is seeking candidates to fill a vacancy on the five-member library board. The non-paid term of office is from January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2024, and the trustee is eligible for reappointment to another full five-year term. Recommendation will be submitted by the current Board of Trustees, and the appointment Continue Reading
Welcome To The First Meeting of the SJI Gem & Mineral Society
Written on November 13, 2019 at 6:30 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Keith Busha will be hosting a new club, the SJI Gem and Mineral Society, at the library on Sunday, November 17 from 2 – 4 pm. The meeting is free and open to anyone with a curiosity for precious and semi precious stones, rockhounding, or lapidary art. Here is a message from Keith… I first Continue Reading
Local Authors To Have Booth At Island Artisans Holiday Marketplace
Written on November 13, 2019 at 6:01 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Authors of the San Juan Islands, a community of local published writers, will staff a booth at the Island Artisans Holiday Marketplace this year. AOSJI, a non‐profit organization, was formed in 2018 to help promote local authors and educate new writers in pursuit of better craft and business practices. On the first Saturday of each Continue Reading
Daylight Saving Time Ends Tomorrow
Written on November 2, 2019 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
November 3rd marks the end of Daylight Saving Time. Don’t forget to set your clock back tonight when you go to bed. This is also a good time to change the batteries in your home’s smoke alarms too.
Island Senior: Cooking With Kate, The Mullis Center’s New Cook
Written on November 1, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… The Mullis Center has a new lead cook. I was delighted to learn the new cook is my friend Kate Stone. Kate recently returned to San Juan Island after moving with her family to New Zealand for a 5-year Continue Reading
San Juan Bistro Will Be Closed This Sunday
Written on September 7, 2019 at 5:32 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Dear Friday Harbor Friends, We will be closed Sunday, September 8. Chef Bill is off to the races! (Actually, he is running the Seattle Beast and Sprint!) We are open for counter service on Saturday. Thanks, Richard, Sherri and Chef Bill
SVC Registration Open
Written on August 28, 2019 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Skagit Valley College San Juan Center is now open for Fall Quarter registration The Skagit Valley College San Juan Center is pleased to announce that it is open for fall Quarter admission and registration. Classes begin September 24. New and returning students are encouraged to contact the San Juan Center to make appointments with the Continue Reading
CANCELLED: Author Event at the Library
Written on August 26, 2019 at 9:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
This event has been cancelled The Scent Keeper by Erica Bauermeister San Juan Island fans of Northwest author Erica Bauermeister take note: She’s returning to the island on Wednesday, August 28, 7:00 pm at the Library to present her latest novel, The Scent Keeper. Griffin Bay Bookstore and the San Juan Island Library are thrilled Continue Reading
Wreck It Ralph 2
Written on August 19, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec’s Free Movie in the Park 2019 is right around the corner – this Saturday evening, August 24th, beginning at dusk in Sunken Park. We are showing Wreck It Ralph 2: Ralph Breaks the Internet. In this sequel to, “Wreck It Ralph” arcade residents Ralph and Vanelope, now friends, discover a Wi-fi router in Continue Reading
Inter Island Healthcare Foundation Survey
Written on August 12, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Long-term care needs in our community continue to be studied and the Inter Island Healthcare Foundation (IIHF) has sponsored a feasibility study to plan for present and future needs. A survey of county residents over the age of 70 will be conducted this month. Sponsored by IIHF and Health Facilities Planning & Development (206-441-0971), it Continue Reading
OPALCO Wants You Safe
Written on August 5, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
OPALCO needs access to your equipment. Please make sure to keep your transformer clear of shrubs and brush. Right of Way clearing keeps service reliable and safe! We trim and remove trees and other vegetation under or near our power lines to reduce the frequency of power interruptions caused by overhanging branches and trees. This Continue Reading
Island Senior: Bring Your Neglected Treasures to The Mullis Center’s Parking Lot Sale
Written on August 1, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the SJ Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… With a move in my future it is good timing for me to have the Mullis Center’s Parking Lot Sale on August 24 as further inspiration to selectively pare down my belongings. I often think about culling my clutter but sometimes Continue Reading
Chamber Featured Member of the Month
Written on August 1, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Chocolates was created by owner, Aylene Geringer, a resident of Friday Harbor in February 2017. Her relationship with the island commenced in 1990 when she and her husband first came to visit friends who lived on San Juan Island. Over the years, they bought a vacation home in 1998 with an eye towards Continue Reading
Coffelt Family Private Collection and Estate Sale
Written on August 1, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Saturday and Sunday, August 3rd and 4th, from 9 AM to 2 PM at 6997 Roche Harbor Rd, 2 drives past Community Treasures, at Marcotte sign Antique & Vintage Items, Large Pacific Rim Collection Wicker, Rattan, Oak, Rosewood, & hand-carved / hand painted Black Lacquer Furniture Glassware, Pyrex, China, Sterling Silver, Enamelware School Chairs/Desks, Farm Continue Reading
Summer Film Series
Written on July 22, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Tuesday July 23rd at 7:30 pm at San Juan Community Theatre, the Summer Film Series continues… Angels Are Made of Light Dari, Pusto, Arabic, and English (subtitled) Documentary Not Rated 117 minutes This film by Friday Harbor’s own James Longley arrives 12 years after his Oscar nominated “Iraq in Fragments”. Filmed throughout three years (2011-2014), Angels Continue Reading
Neighborhood Garage Sale
Written on July 11, 2019 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hillview-Terrace off Roche Harbor Road. Follow signs. Saturday, July 13, 9-2. Multiple households participating with something for everyone! No early birds, please.
Schedule for the 4th
Written on July 4, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s the schedule of events for today. Click the image below to enlarge. Happy 4th of July!
SJI Women’s Fund Awards Grants, Celebrates 16 Years of Giving
Written on July 3, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The SJI Women’s Fund members voted to award $5,000 to four local nonprofits during the most recent SJICF grant cycle. Compass Health Friday Harbor received support for therapy materials for families with special needs; the San Juan Island Family Resource Center received funds for two programs — Island Neighbors and College Mentoring; and the San Continue Reading
Eat Island Grown
Written on July 1, 2019 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Eat Island Grown Launches New Blog Featuring the History and Stories of San Juan Islands Agriculture Read stories behind Island Grown foods with farmer profiles, recipes, history and more! “Behind every meal is a story” and we are telling them on the new Eat Island Grown blog, launched on June 28th, 2019 (www.islandgrownsj.com/blog). Continue Reading
Sullivan Resigning as MPD
Written on July 1, 2019 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dr. Michael Sullivan, EMS Medical Program Director (MPD) for San Juan County is resigning from his position as the county MPD effective July 31, 2019. Dr. Sullivan is willing to continue providing service as a supervising physician (Medical Program Director Delegate) for Orcas and Lopez Islands. The MPD is appointed, certified (RCW 18.71.212), and contracted Continue Reading
EDC Presents Datapalooza! on Orcas
Written on November 19, 2019 at 6:10 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Need more data and information to make knowledgeable decisions about your business or as a community legislator or leader? Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) for their fourth annual Datapalooza! event, 1.5 hours of in-depth data and analysis of our economy and demographics, plus lunch and conversation, on Wednesday, December 4, from Continue Reading
Pet(s) of the Week
Written on November 17, 2019 at 4:05 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Fellow islanders, APS-FH has kitten madness and needs your help! We began our exploration with hundreds of careers and industries on our list. Narrowing down to the right career choice for each of us has proved a difficult task. Let us open with what we’ve crossed off on our “Make a Career Choice” checklist. With Continue Reading
San Juan Island Library Board Of Trustees Seeks Candidates
Written on November 15, 2019 at 6:01 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
The Board of Trustees is seeking candidates to fill a vacancy on the five-member library board. The non-paid term of office is from January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2024, and the trustee is eligible for reappointment to another full five-year term. Recommendation will be submitted by the current Board of Trustees, and the appointment Continue Reading
Welcome To The First Meeting of the SJI Gem & Mineral Society
Written on November 13, 2019 at 6:30 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Keith Busha will be hosting a new club, the SJI Gem and Mineral Society, at the library on Sunday, November 17 from 2 – 4 pm. The meeting is free and open to anyone with a curiosity for precious and semi precious stones, rockhounding, or lapidary art. Here is a message from Keith… I first Continue Reading
Local Authors To Have Booth At Island Artisans Holiday Marketplace
Written on November 13, 2019 at 6:01 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Authors of the San Juan Islands, a community of local published writers, will staff a booth at the Island Artisans Holiday Marketplace this year. AOSJI, a non‐profit organization, was formed in 2018 to help promote local authors and educate new writers in pursuit of better craft and business practices. On the first Saturday of each Continue Reading
Daylight Saving Time Ends Tomorrow
Written on November 2, 2019 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
November 3rd marks the end of Daylight Saving Time. Don’t forget to set your clock back tonight when you go to bed. This is also a good time to change the batteries in your home’s smoke alarms too.
Island Senior: Cooking With Kate, The Mullis Center’s New Cook
Written on November 1, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… The Mullis Center has a new lead cook. I was delighted to learn the new cook is my friend Kate Stone. Kate recently returned to San Juan Island after moving with her family to New Zealand for a 5-year Continue Reading
San Juan Bistro Will Be Closed This Sunday
Written on September 7, 2019 at 5:32 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Dear Friday Harbor Friends, We will be closed Sunday, September 8. Chef Bill is off to the races! (Actually, he is running the Seattle Beast and Sprint!) We are open for counter service on Saturday. Thanks, Richard, Sherri and Chef Bill
SVC Registration Open
Written on August 28, 2019 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Skagit Valley College San Juan Center is now open for Fall Quarter registration The Skagit Valley College San Juan Center is pleased to announce that it is open for fall Quarter admission and registration. Classes begin September 24. New and returning students are encouraged to contact the San Juan Center to make appointments with the Continue Reading
CANCELLED: Author Event at the Library
Written on August 26, 2019 at 9:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
This event has been cancelled The Scent Keeper by Erica Bauermeister San Juan Island fans of Northwest author Erica Bauermeister take note: She’s returning to the island on Wednesday, August 28, 7:00 pm at the Library to present her latest novel, The Scent Keeper. Griffin Bay Bookstore and the San Juan Island Library are thrilled Continue Reading
Wreck It Ralph 2
Written on August 19, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec’s Free Movie in the Park 2019 is right around the corner – this Saturday evening, August 24th, beginning at dusk in Sunken Park. We are showing Wreck It Ralph 2: Ralph Breaks the Internet. In this sequel to, “Wreck It Ralph” arcade residents Ralph and Vanelope, now friends, discover a Wi-fi router in Continue Reading
Inter Island Healthcare Foundation Survey
Written on August 12, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Long-term care needs in our community continue to be studied and the Inter Island Healthcare Foundation (IIHF) has sponsored a feasibility study to plan for present and future needs. A survey of county residents over the age of 70 will be conducted this month. Sponsored by IIHF and Health Facilities Planning & Development (206-441-0971), it Continue Reading
OPALCO Wants You Safe
Written on August 5, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
OPALCO needs access to your equipment. Please make sure to keep your transformer clear of shrubs and brush. Right of Way clearing keeps service reliable and safe! We trim and remove trees and other vegetation under or near our power lines to reduce the frequency of power interruptions caused by overhanging branches and trees. This Continue Reading
Island Senior: Bring Your Neglected Treasures to The Mullis Center’s Parking Lot Sale
Written on August 1, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the SJ Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… With a move in my future it is good timing for me to have the Mullis Center’s Parking Lot Sale on August 24 as further inspiration to selectively pare down my belongings. I often think about culling my clutter but sometimes Continue Reading
Chamber Featured Member of the Month
Written on August 1, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Chocolates was created by owner, Aylene Geringer, a resident of Friday Harbor in February 2017. Her relationship with the island commenced in 1990 when she and her husband first came to visit friends who lived on San Juan Island. Over the years, they bought a vacation home in 1998 with an eye towards Continue Reading
Coffelt Family Private Collection and Estate Sale
Written on August 1, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Saturday and Sunday, August 3rd and 4th, from 9 AM to 2 PM at 6997 Roche Harbor Rd, 2 drives past Community Treasures, at Marcotte sign Antique & Vintage Items, Large Pacific Rim Collection Wicker, Rattan, Oak, Rosewood, & hand-carved / hand painted Black Lacquer Furniture Glassware, Pyrex, China, Sterling Silver, Enamelware School Chairs/Desks, Farm Continue Reading
Summer Film Series
Written on July 22, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Tuesday July 23rd at 7:30 pm at San Juan Community Theatre, the Summer Film Series continues… Angels Are Made of Light Dari, Pusto, Arabic, and English (subtitled) Documentary Not Rated 117 minutes This film by Friday Harbor’s own James Longley arrives 12 years after his Oscar nominated “Iraq in Fragments”. Filmed throughout three years (2011-2014), Angels Continue Reading
Neighborhood Garage Sale
Written on July 11, 2019 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hillview-Terrace off Roche Harbor Road. Follow signs. Saturday, July 13, 9-2. Multiple households participating with something for everyone! No early birds, please.
Schedule for the 4th
Written on July 4, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s the schedule of events for today. Click the image below to enlarge. Happy 4th of July!
SJI Women’s Fund Awards Grants, Celebrates 16 Years of Giving
Written on July 3, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The SJI Women’s Fund members voted to award $5,000 to four local nonprofits during the most recent SJICF grant cycle. Compass Health Friday Harbor received support for therapy materials for families with special needs; the San Juan Island Family Resource Center received funds for two programs — Island Neighbors and College Mentoring; and the San Continue Reading
Eat Island Grown
Written on July 1, 2019 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Eat Island Grown Launches New Blog Featuring the History and Stories of San Juan Islands Agriculture Read stories behind Island Grown foods with farmer profiles, recipes, history and more! “Behind every meal is a story” and we are telling them on the new Eat Island Grown blog, launched on June 28th, 2019 (www.islandgrownsj.com/blog). Continue Reading
Sullivan Resigning as MPD
Written on July 1, 2019 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dr. Michael Sullivan, EMS Medical Program Director (MPD) for San Juan County is resigning from his position as the county MPD effective July 31, 2019. Dr. Sullivan is willing to continue providing service as a supervising physician (Medical Program Director Delegate) for Orcas and Lopez Islands. The MPD is appointed, certified (RCW 18.71.212), and contracted Continue Reading