Topic: Around Here

Notes from the Island — July 16

Written on July 16, 2022 at 6:00 am, by

Here’s the extensive lineup for today’s farmers market. The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor shares a series of heartwarming photos of shelter animals heading home with their new adoptive families. Join Alchemy Art Center any time between 1 and 3 p.m. today at the San Juan Islands Sculpture Park and help create a ceramic  Continue Reading

One of the kits ventures out to hunt for himself

Written on July 15, 2022 at 7:42 pm, by

Learn more about Brad’s perspective on the foxes of San Juan Island.

Plastic Free July — habit shift #15

Written on July 15, 2022 at 4:25 pm, by

Transition San Juan Island’s Waste Reduction group shares today’s habit shift inspiration from the global Plastic Free July campaign. At the Bakery Unfortunately, bread, rolls, and other baked goods often come in plastic. You can avoid single-use packaging by shopping at a local bakery and opting to carry your baked goods out without a plastic  Continue Reading

SHIBA offering introduction to Medicare on July 19

Written on July 15, 2022 at 1:05 pm, by

Local volunteers for the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program are hosting an online introduction to Medicare for enrollees joining the program in 2022. On Tuesday, July 19 at 1 p.m., the presenters will outline how Medicare works, its different coverage options, and key program milestones and dates that must be met in order  Continue Reading

Encampment returns to English Camp this August

Written on July 15, 2022 at 12:23 pm, by

San Juan Island National Historic Park shares good news about the return of their Encampment event. Encampment, San Juan Island National Historic Park’s annual popular living history weekend, is back this year after a three-year hiatus. Join us Aug. 6 and 7 at the English Camp Parade Ground for a glimpse of the past as  Continue Reading

Notes from the Island — July 15

Written on July 15, 2022 at 6:00 am, by

The road construction project on Beaverton Valley Road was completed ahead of schedule and the road is open to all traffic again. Wolf Hollow’s annual online auction ends later today. The San Juan Island Naturalist Program has returned after a two-year hiatus and is looking for volunteer naturalists now through Sept. 30. Volunteers are stationed  Continue Reading

Up and over

Written on July 14, 2022 at 9:36 pm, by

Plastic Free July — habit shift #14

Written on July 14, 2022 at 6:12 pm, by

Transition San Juan Island’s Waste Reduction group shares today’s habit shift inspiration from the global Plastic Free July campaign. Plastic Free Events Cut down on the waste at your next event and promote more sustainable practices by offering reusable items. As the host of the event, you have an opportunity to model sustainable behavior by  Continue Reading

San Juan County Conservation Land Bank Commission agenda for July 15

Written on July 14, 2022 at 4:05 pm, by

The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank Commission will hold a regular meeting on Friday, July 15 at 8:30 a.m. Items up for discussion or action at Friday’s meeting include: General public comments Chair and Commissioners report County Council update – Christine Minney Second quarter financial report Director’s report Glenwood Inn acquisition – statement from  Continue Reading

EDC to offer youth software development course

Written on July 14, 2022 at 2:13 pm, by

The EDC sends along news about the newest program in their Tech Training Accelerator Initiative. The San Juan County Economic Development Council will facilitate a software development learning cohort for youth as part of their Tech Training Accelerator Initiative. This initiative aims to train local workers into high-wage, skilled tech jobs, as well as serve  Continue Reading

Director Series continues with double feature focused on the survival of salmon

Written on July 14, 2022 at 7:44 am, by

 The Friday Harbor Film Festival shares news about their ongoing Director Series. The Breach and The Wild will begin with a free online showing Thursday, July 14 as Friday Harbor Film Festival’s next offering in the Director Series. The Breach explores the alarming drop in the Pacific Northwest’s wild salmon population. The film uses  Continue Reading

A bald eagle swoops in for a landing at the Cattle Point Lighthouse

Written on July 13, 2022 at 9:26 pm, by

Plastic Free July — habit shift #13

Written on July 13, 2022 at 8:13 pm, by

Transition San Juan Island’s Waste Reduction group shares today’s habit shift inspiration from the global Plastic Free July campaign. Plastic Free Party Swapping balloons and other single-use plastic party decorations for reusable ones is the way to celebrate in style without having a devastating impact on the environment. A balloon can travel thousands of miles  Continue Reading

Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors coming to San Juan Island

Written on July 13, 2022 at 6:38 pm, by

Island Stage Left sends along a look into their newest production. It was originally scheduled to open tomorrow, but multiple positive COVID tests among cast members today have delayed its debut. Performances are cancelled until further notice, however Island Stage Left hopes to return to the stage for the last few weeks of shows. Shakespeare  Continue Reading

Letter to the community from the Friday Harbor Town Administrator

Written on July 13, 2022 at 8:56 am, by

To everyone who cares about housing in Friday Harbor, We want to hear from you! The Town is in the process of developing a Housing Action Plan to assess our existing housing stock, look at factors affecting housing affordability, determine the types of housing needed, and remove regulatory constraints to providing adequate housing in Friday  Continue Reading

Notes from the Island — July 13

Written on July 13, 2022 at 6:00 am, by

An article by Richard Arlin Walker in Indian Country Today examines the significance of Indigenous voices, stories, and histories in the new visitor center at American Camp. Salty Fox is now open from 3:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, featuring a rotating menu of sweet and savory foods each day. Roberto the Magnificent will  Continue Reading