Topic: Around Here
Children’s Festival Poster Contest Winners!
Written on April 7, 2013 at 1:07 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is pleased to present the winners of the Annual Children’s Festival Poster Contest! Many thanks to all the young artists who submitted entries! We had some wonderful artworks to choose from this year. Keep an eye out for the posters, which will soon be displayed around town. Island Rec would like to thank Western Continue Reading
Rainbow Over the Ferry
Written on April 7, 2013 at 12:49 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Did you see that rainbow over the harbor on Saturday evening? Lots of people were stepping out of restaurants and bars whipping their cameras out to get a picture of it. Kinda fun way to end the day…
Delivery Driver Position
Written on April 7, 2013 at 11:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Aeronautical Services is looking for drivers. Must have valid Driver License and be able to lift 50 to 75 lbs. easily. Partial benefits after 3 months. 20 to 30 hours per week. Pick up application at 112 Airport Circle Dr. (next door to Ernie’s Airport Cafe)
Jazzed About the Food Bank
Written on April 7, 2013 at 10:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Jazz Quintet will be featured in a rare concert setting at St. Davids Episcopal Church on Sunday, April 7th at 4:00 PM in a special fund-raising performance for our local food bank. The San Juan Jazz Quintet will be performing with special guest artists Jill Urbach on vocals, and Hawk Arps (from Continue Reading
Baker Sunset
Written on April 6, 2013 at 12:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Welcome to Saturday! Here’s a nice Chris Teren aerial photo of Friday Harbor with Mt. Baker in the distance at sunset. Thanks Chris!
Review: Don’t miss Island Stage Left’s “A Number”!
Written on April 5, 2013 at 2:28 am, by Ian Byington
Island Stage Left has another winner this spring with its production of “A Number” by Caryl Churchill. In this two-man production, director Helen Machin-Smith and her cast take on a number of challenges: the show is only 55 minutes long, but packed with enough going on that the audience last night, at the end of the Continue Reading
Around the island….
Written on April 5, 2013 at 1:07 am, by Ian Byington
Hey, let’s see what see what’s new around the island: • You remember Friday Harbor High science teacher Marc Vermeire – he’s teaching in China these days, and also (no kidding) appears in this advertisement in China selling dried seafood – here’s the link (click here!) to a Chinese version of YouTube. ++++++++ • You Continue Reading
The ballots were sent out this week….how does all this work?
Written on April 5, 2013 at 12:52 am, by Ian Byington
Here’s the word from Milene & the County Elections folks: San Juan County has not had an April election for at least 20 years (that’s how far back we looked). But this week, you will receive your ballot for our upcoming April election. Not surprisingly, there’s a lot of confusion about this election: Why are Continue Reading
“The Fabulous Fifties”
Written on April 4, 2013 at 5:30 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Re-posted with this correction: The $200 prize mentioned is for the Best Vintage Car or Truck. Announcing the theme of the 2013 4th of July Parade Unpack your poodle skirts and dust off those saddle shoes! Pam and Lin Pearson of Petro San Juan, longtime volunteer organizers of the San Juan Island 4th of July parade, announce Continue Reading
Yappy Hour Tonight!
Written on April 4, 2013 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Coho Restaurant, 120 Nichols Street, is hosting the next “Yappy Hour“, Thursday, April 4th and we know you won’t want to miss it! The fun starts at 4:30 and goes until 6:00 and as always, a generous portion of your bill will be donated to the Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor. Owner Dave plans to Continue Reading
Easter Hugs
Written on April 4, 2013 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Melanie Wilson sent this photo and description to share with you: I just had to share this photo of my almost 2 year old daughter Kyra. She insisted on giving the Easter Bunny a hug. She ran right up to him to hug him and didn’t want to let go! When I finally got her Continue Reading
Jay Ungar & Molly Mason
Written on April 4, 2013 at 5:28 am, by Tim Dustrude
Concert & Workshop with American Folk Duo From appearances on A Prairie Home Companion to creating the theme of the landmark PBS documentary, The Civil War, Jay Ungar & Molly Mason may just be one of the most celebrated duos on the American acoustic music scene. The folk duo takes the stage at San Juan Continue Reading
More than a Dozen Eggs…
Written on April 3, 2013 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sheila Harley, formerly of the American Red Cross, but now the Public Information Officer of San Juan Fire and Rescue sends us this account of their 27th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Jackson’s Beach: A dozen firefighters helped dozens of children dye 100 dozen eggs one half dozen colors on Friday in preparation for the Continue Reading
FH Seafoods Open for the Season
Written on April 3, 2013 at 5:28 am, by Tim Dustrude
The floating seafood place down there at the Port docks is open! Head down the main pier, down the gangplank and hang a hard left. You can’t miss ’em. They typically have fresh halibut, salmon, steelhead, crab, shellfish, as well as seasonings, recipe ideas, canned goods and more. You won’t be disappointed. 378-5779
Lifeguard Training
Written on April 3, 2013 at 5:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Fitness is happy to team up with the American Red Cross to offer a new blended learning lifeguarding course that combines on-line training with classroom and in-pool skills sessions. Lifelong lifesaving skils Hands-on training Certification in as little as 24 hours of training American Red Cross certification – a name employers know and trust Continue Reading
Historical Museum Orientation
Written on April 3, 2013 at 5:08 am, by Tim Dustrude
Volunteer Docent/Greeter Orientation San Juan Historical Museum Resource Center Saturday, April 6 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm San Juan Historical Museum Greeters/Docents are needed for the spring & summer seasons. Currently they are needed for Saturdays in April from 1 – 4 pm. Beginning in May and going through September, docents are needed Wednesdays through Continue Reading
Children’s Festival Poster Contest Winners!
Written on April 7, 2013 at 1:07 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec is pleased to present the winners of the Annual Children’s Festival Poster Contest! Many thanks to all the young artists who submitted entries! We had some wonderful artworks to choose from this year. Keep an eye out for the posters, which will soon be displayed around town. Island Rec would like to thank Western Continue Reading
Rainbow Over the Ferry
Written on April 7, 2013 at 12:49 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Did you see that rainbow over the harbor on Saturday evening? Lots of people were stepping out of restaurants and bars whipping their cameras out to get a picture of it. Kinda fun way to end the day…
Delivery Driver Position
Written on April 7, 2013 at 11:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Aeronautical Services is looking for drivers. Must have valid Driver License and be able to lift 50 to 75 lbs. easily. Partial benefits after 3 months. 20 to 30 hours per week. Pick up application at 112 Airport Circle Dr. (next door to Ernie’s Airport Cafe)
Jazzed About the Food Bank
Written on April 7, 2013 at 10:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Jazz Quintet will be featured in a rare concert setting at St. Davids Episcopal Church on Sunday, April 7th at 4:00 PM in a special fund-raising performance for our local food bank. The San Juan Jazz Quintet will be performing with special guest artists Jill Urbach on vocals, and Hawk Arps (from Continue Reading
Baker Sunset
Written on April 6, 2013 at 12:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Welcome to Saturday! Here’s a nice Chris Teren aerial photo of Friday Harbor with Mt. Baker in the distance at sunset. Thanks Chris!
Review: Don’t miss Island Stage Left’s “A Number”!
Written on April 5, 2013 at 2:28 am, by Ian Byington
Island Stage Left has another winner this spring with its production of “A Number” by Caryl Churchill. In this two-man production, director Helen Machin-Smith and her cast take on a number of challenges: the show is only 55 minutes long, but packed with enough going on that the audience last night, at the end of the Continue Reading
Around the island….
Written on April 5, 2013 at 1:07 am, by Ian Byington
Hey, let’s see what see what’s new around the island: • You remember Friday Harbor High science teacher Marc Vermeire – he’s teaching in China these days, and also (no kidding) appears in this advertisement in China selling dried seafood – here’s the link (click here!) to a Chinese version of YouTube. ++++++++ • You Continue Reading
The ballots were sent out this week….how does all this work?
Written on April 5, 2013 at 12:52 am, by Ian Byington
Here’s the word from Milene & the County Elections folks: San Juan County has not had an April election for at least 20 years (that’s how far back we looked). But this week, you will receive your ballot for our upcoming April election. Not surprisingly, there’s a lot of confusion about this election: Why are Continue Reading
“The Fabulous Fifties”
Written on April 4, 2013 at 5:30 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Re-posted with this correction: The $200 prize mentioned is for the Best Vintage Car or Truck. Announcing the theme of the 2013 4th of July Parade Unpack your poodle skirts and dust off those saddle shoes! Pam and Lin Pearson of Petro San Juan, longtime volunteer organizers of the San Juan Island 4th of July parade, announce Continue Reading
Yappy Hour Tonight!
Written on April 4, 2013 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Coho Restaurant, 120 Nichols Street, is hosting the next “Yappy Hour“, Thursday, April 4th and we know you won’t want to miss it! The fun starts at 4:30 and goes until 6:00 and as always, a generous portion of your bill will be donated to the Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor. Owner Dave plans to Continue Reading
Easter Hugs
Written on April 4, 2013 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Melanie Wilson sent this photo and description to share with you: I just had to share this photo of my almost 2 year old daughter Kyra. She insisted on giving the Easter Bunny a hug. She ran right up to him to hug him and didn’t want to let go! When I finally got her Continue Reading
Jay Ungar & Molly Mason
Written on April 4, 2013 at 5:28 am, by Tim Dustrude
Concert & Workshop with American Folk Duo From appearances on A Prairie Home Companion to creating the theme of the landmark PBS documentary, The Civil War, Jay Ungar & Molly Mason may just be one of the most celebrated duos on the American acoustic music scene. The folk duo takes the stage at San Juan Continue Reading
More than a Dozen Eggs…
Written on April 3, 2013 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sheila Harley, formerly of the American Red Cross, but now the Public Information Officer of San Juan Fire and Rescue sends us this account of their 27th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Jackson’s Beach: A dozen firefighters helped dozens of children dye 100 dozen eggs one half dozen colors on Friday in preparation for the Continue Reading
FH Seafoods Open for the Season
Written on April 3, 2013 at 5:28 am, by Tim Dustrude
The floating seafood place down there at the Port docks is open! Head down the main pier, down the gangplank and hang a hard left. You can’t miss ’em. They typically have fresh halibut, salmon, steelhead, crab, shellfish, as well as seasonings, recipe ideas, canned goods and more. You won’t be disappointed. 378-5779
Lifeguard Training
Written on April 3, 2013 at 5:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Fitness is happy to team up with the American Red Cross to offer a new blended learning lifeguarding course that combines on-line training with classroom and in-pool skills sessions. Lifelong lifesaving skils Hands-on training Certification in as little as 24 hours of training American Red Cross certification – a name employers know and trust Continue Reading
Historical Museum Orientation
Written on April 3, 2013 at 5:08 am, by Tim Dustrude
Volunteer Docent/Greeter Orientation San Juan Historical Museum Resource Center Saturday, April 6 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm San Juan Historical Museum Greeters/Docents are needed for the spring & summer seasons. Currently they are needed for Saturdays in April from 1 – 4 pm. Beginning in May and going through September, docents are needed Wednesdays through Continue Reading