Topic: Around Here
Around the island….
Written on August 17, 2012 at 9:49 am, by Ian Byington
Let’s see what’s up: • Just got a call that Senator Maria Cantwell will be at the Fair from 3:15-4:15, starting at the Democratic Party booth, inside the Fairgrounds building…..drop by & welcome her to the island! ++++++++ • Along with The Bourne Legacy & Total Recall, just-released Your Sister’s Sister (filmed in the San Continue Reading
Keep singin’….
Written on August 17, 2012 at 8:25 am, by Ian Byington
Here’s one for you this morning from 2009, as Simon & Garfunkel knock out The Boxer:
Midsummer Night’s Dream on stage for last week….
Written on August 16, 2012 at 1:59 pm, by Ian Byington
Update Minute: Sunny day at the Fair on Wednesday….
Written on August 16, 2012 at 12:42 pm, by Ian Byington
It sure was warm & pretty out, during the opening day of the San Juan County Fair yesterday – here’s are a nice collection of smiling faces photographed by Update reporter Rebecca Leff:
A quick look back….at last year’s San Juan County Fair!
Written on August 15, 2012 at 5:24 am, by Ian Byington
As people gear up for today’s opening of the Fair (and the possibility of warm, maybe hot weather through the weekend – wahoo!), here’s a chance to take a peek at the 2012 Fair. Most of the photos were contributed for this slideshow by Aaron Shepard, Cere Demuth, and Ted Strutz. Check it out!
The new face of FHHS girls soccer…
Written on August 15, 2012 at 5:18 am, by Rebecca Leff
As a former Friday Harbor High School soccer player since freshman year, it will feel strange to not go through the week long 2 practices/day that starts up just after the Fair ends. But I’m not the only one who will feel a change this year. Along with a new batch of kids, there will Continue Reading
The Scenic Byways plan, constructed with community in mind…
Written on August 15, 2012 at 5:16 am, by Rebecca Leff
About 2.5 years and the tremendous efforts of many hardworking locals such as Liz Illg later, the San Juan Islands Scenic Byways Corridor Management Plan is complete! What is the CMP? Simply put, it’s a plan created by an offisland consultant and the Scenic Byway Sterling Committee, which includes members from groups of many different Continue Reading
Gallery 9…
Written on August 14, 2012 at 4:20 pm, by Rebecca Leff
Nina LeBaron‘s new art gallery has opened downtown, featuring creations from San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, and Whidbey Island. Here’s more from Nina: Gallery 9 opened on the 4th of July, showcasing products made by Northwest Island Artists such as nature photography, fiber arts, art wear clothing, furniture, ceramics, painting, stained glass, and jewelry. It has Continue Reading
Around the island….
Written on August 14, 2012 at 6:53 am, by Ian Byington
Let’s take a look… • Did you see Cricket the cat yet? Mo sasy you can call her at 298-0489 if you do! +++++++ • As the Fair gets underway tomorrow, check out the County Fair website to see what’s going on…..see you there! ++++++ • Katie Fleming has something at the Fair you’ll want Continue Reading
Island sights….
Written on August 13, 2012 at 6:54 am, by Ian Byington
A quick picture of life on an island, during the summer… +++++ ++++++ +++++ Have you seen Cricket? He was last seen over near Hillview Terrace – if you spot him, could you write Mo at maureenmcnally37 (at) gmail.com? Thanks! +++++ Are you ready for the Fair? See you there on Wednesday!!!!! ++++++ Have you signed Continue Reading
San Juan Island Community Foundation’s County Fair Match!
Written on August 13, 2012 at 5:54 am, by Ian Byington
Charlie Anderson has more: The San Juan Island Community Foundation invites all fairgoers to its on-line Giving Center with a 50% match on all donations made during the four day event. Ten critical community projects will be featured at the Foundation’s main hall Fair booth in conjunction with local non-profits: Friday Harbor Food Bank Islands Continue Reading
Introducing the SJI Conservation Corps!
Written on August 12, 2012 at 4:06 pm, by Rebecca Leff
It’s always great to see people getting involved in keeping our island the beautiful place that it is, but it’s even better when you see youth become passionate about our home. Sarah Hanson, the project leader for the San Juan Island Conservation Corps, has all the info about this dedicated and engaged group of young Continue Reading
Calling all history buffs…
Written on August 11, 2012 at 10:41 pm, by Rebecca Leff
The San Juan Chapter of the D.A.R. is hosting their annual Potluck Picnic & Program! A treat each year, this event makes history accessible to anyone interested in learning about the Revolutionary War and provides a great opportunity to socialize with other historically minded islanders. Remember to RSVP and bring a dish to share!
A weekend update…
Written on August 10, 2012 at 7:20 am, by Rebecca Leff
+++++++ +++++++ •The Friends of Lime Kiln Society (F.O.L.K.S.) celebrated the upcoming end to its first season with a big barbecue for all its members. Ranger Ted made some delicious burgers, the 40-some people all enjoyed socializing, and Erin and Ted got a chance to sincerely thank everyone for the amazing number of volunteer hours Continue Reading
This Is Our Town: Jenn Rigg & Loea Design
Written on August 10, 2012 at 2:20 am, by Ian Byington
Tim Dustrude continues his series with photos & stories about people around the island – here’s more about graphic designer Jenn Rigg: Loea Design is a local screen printing and graphic design company owned and operated by Jennifer Rigg. A graduate of Friday Harbor High School, Jenn left the island a few times, but always Continue Reading
Around the island….
Written on August 17, 2012 at 9:49 am, by Ian Byington
Let’s see what’s up: • Just got a call that Senator Maria Cantwell will be at the Fair from 3:15-4:15, starting at the Democratic Party booth, inside the Fairgrounds building…..drop by & welcome her to the island! ++++++++ • Along with The Bourne Legacy & Total Recall, just-released Your Sister’s Sister (filmed in the San Continue Reading
Keep singin’….
Written on August 17, 2012 at 8:25 am, by Ian Byington
Here’s one for you this morning from 2009, as Simon & Garfunkel knock out The Boxer:
Midsummer Night’s Dream on stage for last week….
Written on August 16, 2012 at 1:59 pm, by Ian Byington
Update Minute: Sunny day at the Fair on Wednesday….
Written on August 16, 2012 at 12:42 pm, by Ian Byington
It sure was warm & pretty out, during the opening day of the San Juan County Fair yesterday – here’s are a nice collection of smiling faces photographed by Update reporter Rebecca Leff:
A quick look back….at last year’s San Juan County Fair!
Written on August 15, 2012 at 5:24 am, by Ian Byington
As people gear up for today’s opening of the Fair (and the possibility of warm, maybe hot weather through the weekend – wahoo!), here’s a chance to take a peek at the 2012 Fair. Most of the photos were contributed for this slideshow by Aaron Shepard, Cere Demuth, and Ted Strutz. Check it out!
The new face of FHHS girls soccer…
Written on August 15, 2012 at 5:18 am, by Rebecca Leff
As a former Friday Harbor High School soccer player since freshman year, it will feel strange to not go through the week long 2 practices/day that starts up just after the Fair ends. But I’m not the only one who will feel a change this year. Along with a new batch of kids, there will Continue Reading
The Scenic Byways plan, constructed with community in mind…
Written on August 15, 2012 at 5:16 am, by Rebecca Leff
About 2.5 years and the tremendous efforts of many hardworking locals such as Liz Illg later, the San Juan Islands Scenic Byways Corridor Management Plan is complete! What is the CMP? Simply put, it’s a plan created by an offisland consultant and the Scenic Byway Sterling Committee, which includes members from groups of many different Continue Reading
Gallery 9…
Written on August 14, 2012 at 4:20 pm, by Rebecca Leff
Nina LeBaron‘s new art gallery has opened downtown, featuring creations from San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, and Whidbey Island. Here’s more from Nina: Gallery 9 opened on the 4th of July, showcasing products made by Northwest Island Artists such as nature photography, fiber arts, art wear clothing, furniture, ceramics, painting, stained glass, and jewelry. It has Continue Reading
Around the island….
Written on August 14, 2012 at 6:53 am, by Ian Byington
Let’s take a look… • Did you see Cricket the cat yet? Mo sasy you can call her at 298-0489 if you do! +++++++ • As the Fair gets underway tomorrow, check out the County Fair website to see what’s going on…..see you there! ++++++ • Katie Fleming has something at the Fair you’ll want Continue Reading
Island sights….
Written on August 13, 2012 at 6:54 am, by Ian Byington
A quick picture of life on an island, during the summer… +++++ ++++++ +++++ Have you seen Cricket? He was last seen over near Hillview Terrace – if you spot him, could you write Mo at maureenmcnally37 (at) gmail.com? Thanks! +++++ Are you ready for the Fair? See you there on Wednesday!!!!! ++++++ Have you signed Continue Reading
San Juan Island Community Foundation’s County Fair Match!
Written on August 13, 2012 at 5:54 am, by Ian Byington
Charlie Anderson has more: The San Juan Island Community Foundation invites all fairgoers to its on-line Giving Center with a 50% match on all donations made during the four day event. Ten critical community projects will be featured at the Foundation’s main hall Fair booth in conjunction with local non-profits: Friday Harbor Food Bank Islands Continue Reading
Introducing the SJI Conservation Corps!
Written on August 12, 2012 at 4:06 pm, by Rebecca Leff
It’s always great to see people getting involved in keeping our island the beautiful place that it is, but it’s even better when you see youth become passionate about our home. Sarah Hanson, the project leader for the San Juan Island Conservation Corps, has all the info about this dedicated and engaged group of young Continue Reading
Calling all history buffs…
Written on August 11, 2012 at 10:41 pm, by Rebecca Leff
The San Juan Chapter of the D.A.R. is hosting their annual Potluck Picnic & Program! A treat each year, this event makes history accessible to anyone interested in learning about the Revolutionary War and provides a great opportunity to socialize with other historically minded islanders. Remember to RSVP and bring a dish to share!
A weekend update…
Written on August 10, 2012 at 7:20 am, by Rebecca Leff
+++++++ +++++++ •The Friends of Lime Kiln Society (F.O.L.K.S.) celebrated the upcoming end to its first season with a big barbecue for all its members. Ranger Ted made some delicious burgers, the 40-some people all enjoyed socializing, and Erin and Ted got a chance to sincerely thank everyone for the amazing number of volunteer hours Continue Reading
This Is Our Town: Jenn Rigg & Loea Design
Written on August 10, 2012 at 2:20 am, by Ian Byington
Tim Dustrude continues his series with photos & stories about people around the island – here’s more about graphic designer Jenn Rigg: Loea Design is a local screen printing and graphic design company owned and operated by Jennifer Rigg. A graduate of Friday Harbor High School, Jenn left the island a few times, but always Continue Reading