Topic: Around Here
When the moon looks huge…
Written on October 12, 2011 at 2:19 am, by Ian Byington
I got to see the moon over Griffin Bay last night before the clouds & rain swept in & it’s always beautiful when it’s full over the water…. My photos, however, sometimes show it as a different size than I expect (not yesterday…too many clouds!), so I looked up a little write up about why Continue Reading
Ferry re-schedule in place….Yakima, Hiyu under repair
Written on October 11, 2011 at 11:43 am, by Ian Byington
Last week, when the Yakima went to the repair dock & our tiny Hiyu was added to the interisland routes, kicking the Evergreen State up to the Anacortes run, a friend said….”Whoa, what would happen if one of the ferries breaks now? Do we have any more backups?” Not today, as the Hiyu (above) called Continue Reading
Fall Harvest Party at the distillery this coming weekend!
Written on October 10, 2011 at 4:06 am, by Ian Byington
Just heard from Haley – looks like fun! The owners of Westcott Bay Cider and San Juan Island Distillery are opening their doors, and their orchard, for a weekend-long Fall Harvest Party. Locals and visitors are invited to come by the orchard, roll up their sleeves and help harvest some of the apples that are Continue Reading
Sunday – come to the Safety Fair!
Written on October 7, 2011 at 5:31 am, by Ian Byington
Great event for the kids – don’t miss it! Here’s more from Carolyn: Games, a coloring contest, a rescue demonstration, food and lots of fun are on the agenda at the Safety Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 9, at the Mullis Street Fire Station. Participating agencies include the San Juan Continue Reading
Sure would be good to have broadband in the islands!
Written on October 6, 2011 at 6:16 pm, by Ian Byington
Here’s a note from Tom about how you can help: The San Juan County Economic Development Council is seeking input from the community on how we use the Internet today and what they need in the future. I know you have a large following on SJ Update, and was hoping you could help us get Continue Reading
Around the island…
Written on October 6, 2011 at 1:58 pm, by Ian Byington
Let’s see what’s up around here: • Pam wants to remind you….it’s this Friday! The Writers’ Café open mic will be held from 5:00 – 6:30 PM at The Bean on Friday, October 7th. Bring your fiction, nonfiction or poetry to read or just show up to listen. Please show our appreciation for Eric and Continue Reading
Don’t miss it! “The Ladies Man” at the Community Theatre – opening tonight!
Written on October 6, 2011 at 3:24 am, by Ian Byington
Last night I got the chance to swing by and check out the Community Theatre‘s new production of Charles Morey’s play The Ladies Man before it opens tonight for a two-week run. This is one you are going to like. You’ll see audiences leaning forward to catch the wordplay in this amazing, somewhat farcical, somewhat Continue Reading
From the e-mailbag….
Written on October 6, 2011 at 1:11 am, by Ian Byington
Well, it’s time to check in with the people who have been writing to the editorial staff here at the San Juan Update. First of all I want you to know, we read everything that is sent to us. Second, I want you to know we answer some of it. And most importantly, it is Continue Reading
The Blessing of the animals is this weekend….
Written on October 6, 2011 at 12:09 am, by Ian Byington
The Feast Day of St. Francis was earlier this week (the fourth), so the blessing will be this weekend so folks can come & bring their furry or feathered friends…. Happy St. Francis Day to you!
Run Walk Wag was a winner!
Written on October 5, 2011 at 7:27 am, by Ian Byington
Here’s the report from Rebecca at Island Rec: We had our very first RUN, WALK, WAG 5K this past Sunday and it was a HOOT (or should I say howl)….Dogs and people walking and running in a huge pack (in costume)…it’s hard to beat! Island Rec wants to give a huge thanks to the following Continue Reading
Oktoberfest – this weekend!
Written on October 5, 2011 at 7:17 am, by Ian Byington
San Juan Island Oktoberfest Celebrating the 17th Anniversary of this Island Tradition Saturday, October 8, 2011 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. San Juan County Fairgrounds Pavilion Tickets: Adults $8, Age 12 & under admission is Free! Scrip for Meals and Beverages will be sold at the door and advance purchase through the SJI Chamber. The Continue Reading
Jewelry sale on Sunday to help the new hospital….
Written on October 5, 2011 at 6:28 am, by Ian Byington
Lenore wants to invite you: Jewelry Sale to Benefit Peace Island Medical Center A trunk sale of Silpada Designs Sterling Silver handmade jewelry will be held to benefit the Peace Island Medical Center. The event will be hosted by Lenore Bayuk and Kathie Arcide from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday October 9, 2011 at Continue Reading
What’s happening….
Written on October 4, 2011 at 9:02 am, by Ian Byington
Sunny day to you….it’s there, whether you let the clouds get in the way or not…. 🙂 • This week the Ladies’ Man opens at the Community Theatre…it runs till the 16th. I’ll try & catch dress rehearsal tomorrow so I can report to you about it. I sure liked the script… ++++++++++++ • Every Continue Reading
Tonight: Phone A Thon!
Written on October 4, 2011 at 7:22 am, by Ian Byington
It’s tonight! The San Juan Public Schools Foundation is having its annual Phone A Thon – this is the San Juan Public Schools Foundation’s main fundraiser to help meet the needs of the schools that the State doesn’t fund and the schools need more than ever this year. Expect a call. And here’s why – here Continue Reading
When the moon looks huge…
Written on October 12, 2011 at 2:19 am, by Ian Byington
I got to see the moon over Griffin Bay last night before the clouds & rain swept in & it’s always beautiful when it’s full over the water…. My photos, however, sometimes show it as a different size than I expect (not yesterday…too many clouds!), so I looked up a little write up about why Continue Reading
Ferry re-schedule in place….Yakima, Hiyu under repair
Written on October 11, 2011 at 11:43 am, by Ian Byington
Last week, when the Yakima went to the repair dock & our tiny Hiyu was added to the interisland routes, kicking the Evergreen State up to the Anacortes run, a friend said….”Whoa, what would happen if one of the ferries breaks now? Do we have any more backups?” Not today, as the Hiyu (above) called Continue Reading
Fall Harvest Party at the distillery this coming weekend!
Written on October 10, 2011 at 4:06 am, by Ian Byington
Just heard from Haley – looks like fun! The owners of Westcott Bay Cider and San Juan Island Distillery are opening their doors, and their orchard, for a weekend-long Fall Harvest Party. Locals and visitors are invited to come by the orchard, roll up their sleeves and help harvest some of the apples that are Continue Reading
Sunday – come to the Safety Fair!
Written on October 7, 2011 at 5:31 am, by Ian Byington
Great event for the kids – don’t miss it! Here’s more from Carolyn: Games, a coloring contest, a rescue demonstration, food and lots of fun are on the agenda at the Safety Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 9, at the Mullis Street Fire Station. Participating agencies include the San Juan Continue Reading
Sure would be good to have broadband in the islands!
Written on October 6, 2011 at 6:16 pm, by Ian Byington
Here’s a note from Tom about how you can help: The San Juan County Economic Development Council is seeking input from the community on how we use the Internet today and what they need in the future. I know you have a large following on SJ Update, and was hoping you could help us get Continue Reading
Around the island…
Written on October 6, 2011 at 1:58 pm, by Ian Byington
Let’s see what’s up around here: • Pam wants to remind you….it’s this Friday! The Writers’ Café open mic will be held from 5:00 – 6:30 PM at The Bean on Friday, October 7th. Bring your fiction, nonfiction or poetry to read or just show up to listen. Please show our appreciation for Eric and Continue Reading
Don’t miss it! “The Ladies Man” at the Community Theatre – opening tonight!
Written on October 6, 2011 at 3:24 am, by Ian Byington
Last night I got the chance to swing by and check out the Community Theatre‘s new production of Charles Morey’s play The Ladies Man before it opens tonight for a two-week run. This is one you are going to like. You’ll see audiences leaning forward to catch the wordplay in this amazing, somewhat farcical, somewhat Continue Reading
From the e-mailbag….
Written on October 6, 2011 at 1:11 am, by Ian Byington
Well, it’s time to check in with the people who have been writing to the editorial staff here at the San Juan Update. First of all I want you to know, we read everything that is sent to us. Second, I want you to know we answer some of it. And most importantly, it is Continue Reading
The Blessing of the animals is this weekend….
Written on October 6, 2011 at 12:09 am, by Ian Byington
The Feast Day of St. Francis was earlier this week (the fourth), so the blessing will be this weekend so folks can come & bring their furry or feathered friends…. Happy St. Francis Day to you!
Run Walk Wag was a winner!
Written on October 5, 2011 at 7:27 am, by Ian Byington
Here’s the report from Rebecca at Island Rec: We had our very first RUN, WALK, WAG 5K this past Sunday and it was a HOOT (or should I say howl)….Dogs and people walking and running in a huge pack (in costume)…it’s hard to beat! Island Rec wants to give a huge thanks to the following Continue Reading
Oktoberfest – this weekend!
Written on October 5, 2011 at 7:17 am, by Ian Byington
San Juan Island Oktoberfest Celebrating the 17th Anniversary of this Island Tradition Saturday, October 8, 2011 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. San Juan County Fairgrounds Pavilion Tickets: Adults $8, Age 12 & under admission is Free! Scrip for Meals and Beverages will be sold at the door and advance purchase through the SJI Chamber. The Continue Reading
Jewelry sale on Sunday to help the new hospital….
Written on October 5, 2011 at 6:28 am, by Ian Byington
Lenore wants to invite you: Jewelry Sale to Benefit Peace Island Medical Center A trunk sale of Silpada Designs Sterling Silver handmade jewelry will be held to benefit the Peace Island Medical Center. The event will be hosted by Lenore Bayuk and Kathie Arcide from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday October 9, 2011 at Continue Reading
What’s happening….
Written on October 4, 2011 at 9:02 am, by Ian Byington
Sunny day to you….it’s there, whether you let the clouds get in the way or not…. 🙂 • This week the Ladies’ Man opens at the Community Theatre…it runs till the 16th. I’ll try & catch dress rehearsal tomorrow so I can report to you about it. I sure liked the script… ++++++++++++ • Every Continue Reading
Tonight: Phone A Thon!
Written on October 4, 2011 at 7:22 am, by Ian Byington
It’s tonight! The San Juan Public Schools Foundation is having its annual Phone A Thon – this is the San Juan Public Schools Foundation’s main fundraiser to help meet the needs of the schools that the State doesn’t fund and the schools need more than ever this year. Expect a call. And here’s why – here Continue Reading