Topic: Around Here

America the Beautiful, with Keb’Mo

Written on July 4, 2012 at 1:07 am, by

Happy Fourth to you, today…

Meanwhile, on the Fourth….

Written on July 4, 2012 at 12:11 am, by

Little updates for the day: • See you at the parade downtown this morning! One more reminder why we live here… +++++ • Have you checked the schedule at Roche Harbor today? Here’s what’s on tap. ++++++ • Pat O’Day‘s back on the island, recovering from his surgery last week – here’s the story from  Continue Reading

What’s life without art?

Written on July 3, 2012 at 12:14 pm, by

The IMA is keeping everybody busy this summer with all sorts of activities, such as Family Art Days and Artist in Residence events. Here’s more info about the when/where/what from Emily Reed: The first 2012 Family Art Day is Saturday, July 7, 11am – 4 pm, at the IMA Sculpture Park at Roche Harbor with  Continue Reading

A medley of events: Around the island…

Written on July 3, 2012 at 9:39 am, by

Let’s take a look ’round the island: • The 11th annual Lavender Festival is coming up! Be sure to stop by for this great island tradition on July 21-22nd from 10am-5pm. There will be workshops, crafts, and delicious lavender goodies such as ice cream and lemonade! Parking and admission are free. Click here to go to  Continue Reading

Right of Way Driving School approaches one year!

Written on July 3, 2012 at 9:21 am, by

Islanders finally have a choice when it comes to drivers’ education, and Sam Leigh is the reason for it. Her new business is off to a wonderful start and the community is a better place because of her hard work. When many people think back to the old days of driver’s ed, they think of  Continue Reading

“I’m on my way….”

Written on July 2, 2012 at 10:36 am, by

Carl Sandburg once said, ” I’m an idealist. I don’t know where I’m going, but I’m on my way.” So, did Paul Simon:

Nurture and Nature all in one…

Written on July 2, 2012 at 10:22 am, by

Talk about some eye candy for nature lovers. The boxes originally intended to house Western Bluebirds were vacant, so the Violet-Green Swallows decided to move in. The babies are now old enough to be fed from out the window by their parents…

Getting ready for the Fourth of July? Here’s a look back at last year….

Written on June 29, 2012 at 7:24 am, by

You already know that the biggest day of the year on the island is the Fourth of July, with the parade, the picnic at the Historical Museum, all the activities at Roche Harbor, and barbecues going all over the island…wahoo! I hope you’re making your plans, too. Update reporter Rebecca Leff has just assembled a  Continue Reading

What’s up….

Written on June 29, 2012 at 7:12 am, by

Hope you have a good & sunny weekend planned (remember, the sun is from you, not “out there”….) – let’s take a quick look: • I guess we’re getting kinda famous, here in our little islands….here’s what Sunset Magazine and the Huffington Post have to say about us… ++++++ • There’s also the issue: What  Continue Reading

Missoula Children’s Theater unveils…the Tortoise VERSUS the Hare!

Written on June 29, 2012 at 6:34 am, by

They’re back again! With a wonderful cast of 51 young actors and actresses, the Missoula Theater is ready to put on a very special and beloved production, “The Tortoise VERSUS the Hare.” They started out great, with a huge turnout of young islanders each vying for a piece of the spotlight. But the best part  Continue Reading

Updates….

Written on June 28, 2012 at 2:12 pm, by

Notes to keep you up to date: • Pat O’Day was scheduled for brain surgery today for that tumor that was discovered earlier this week…here’s more. (Good luck, Pat – cheering for you!) • Looks there’s a near-record run of sockeye salmon this year – here’s why, and more. • Tammy Cotton has a new  Continue Reading

Tyler Ryan…theater happenings in Portland!

Written on June 28, 2012 at 1:42 pm, by

It’s always good to hear from Tyler Ryan about what he’s up to as he & Bobby continue to make amazing things happen on stage in Portland….here’s a little update, along with a request for help to fund the project – pretty cool stuff. Here’s more: Greetings Ian! Bobby and I have started our newest  Continue Reading

Around the island…

Written on June 28, 2012 at 8:22 am, by

The first week of summer had it all – wind & rain & sunny days to air it all out…hope you got outside for it all. Here’s more: • The County Democrats are opening their headquarters this weekend, and everyone is welcome to drop by – here’s more from chairwoman Sarah Crosby: Democracy Corner is  Continue Reading

Presentation: John Nance – Does everyone have a right to be well?

Written on June 28, 2012 at 7:26 am, by

It’s on, tonight at Lavendera Massage Center – here’s more from Dayna: Thursday, June 28th 7-9pm 285 Spring Street DOES EVERYONE HAVE THE RIGHT TO BE WELL? What Would Thomas Jefferson say about the sorry state of American Health? We do not have a “system” of Healthcare in the United States. We have, instead, a massively  Continue Reading

Morning song: Give Yourself to Love, with Kathy Mattea

Written on June 28, 2012 at 7:16 am, by

Kathy recorded this as part of a fundraiser for the Seva Foundation….beautiful version of Kate Wolf’s most well-known & beloved song. Turn it up, close your eyes, and remember….

An island icon comes down….

Written on June 28, 2012 at 6:53 am, by

On Wednesday, June 20th we lost a beloved friend. It was nameless, but we’ll always remember and treasure all the wonderful memories created with the huge bigleaf maple at English Camp.  Sad but true, the 300 year old tree at English Camp was cut down a few days ago. Park rangers said the tree was  Continue Reading