Topic: Around Here

Sister Golden Hair for the foggy morning….

Written on August 12, 2011 at 8:39 am, by

Remember America? One of their more memorable tunes….

FHHS grad/Seattle U alum Lindsey Youngquist heads for Nepal with Rotary backing

Written on August 11, 2011 at 11:33 am, by

You’ve watched Lindsey Youngquist (FHHS ’07) over the years here on the island, as she moved from the Friday High junior varsity in soccer to the captainship of the varsity, as she excelled in academics, and as she was invited back to FHHS after graduation to give her graduation speech to the next fall’s teachers,  Continue Reading

Trash in Fashion! Fashion Trashion! Get ready!

Written on August 11, 2011 at 11:32 am, by

I mentioned this to you before, but I want to make sure you’ve started working out your costume for this year’s show – here’s the scoop from Fashion Trashion Show organizer Francie Hansen for next Wednesday’s show at the San Juan County Fair: Attention, Fashion-istas! This is a reminder, encouragement and opportunity for you to  Continue Reading

In Thursday’s news….

Written on August 11, 2011 at 7:47 am, by

Hope you have a great weekend planned! Here’s more: • There are just a couple of weekends left for the Shakespeare Under the Stars show The Winter’s Tale by Island Stage Left…the show runs Thursday-Sunday this week and Thursday-Saturday next week. Here’s what one play-goer said about this year’s show: “After seeing the play last  Continue Reading

Around the island….

Written on August 10, 2011 at 11:31 am, by

Let’s take a look at what’s going on…. • I heard the PTA Pie Making Party made 230 pies for the Fair last night…thank you! • Hey, you know the little “park” I put in yesterday’s postings, next to Friday Harbor House? That was done by Dennis Garl/Dovetail Builders. Way to go! • It’s all  Continue Reading

Passing: Landis Pederson

Written on August 10, 2011 at 6:56 am, by

Earlier this week, Landis Pederson (FHHS ’09) drowned, doing what island kids who grow up here have been doing for decades, swimming on a summer day in an island pond. Landis’ family were among the very first people we met when we moved here in ’94, and I got to watch him grow at the  Continue Reading

Tuesday…wahoo!

Written on August 9, 2011 at 7:52 am, by

Let’s take a peek around the island…. • It’s that time of year! Are you getting ready for the Fair next week? Get your pickles pickled, your hogs washed, your songs ready to sing, your carb count low this week so you can eat elephant ears next week – it’s coming! • Speaking of Fairs,  Continue Reading

Sunset over Canada….

Written on August 9, 2011 at 7:44 am, by

The reds continued well after the sun dipped over the horizon & the Canadian mountains you see from the west side last night….

What are you gonna sing about this morning…?

Written on August 8, 2011 at 7:19 am, by

Here’s the Counting Crows (with Vanessa Carlton) with a Canadian folks song by Joni Mitchell you just might remember….

Around the island the next few days…

Written on August 5, 2011 at 7:49 am, by

Let’s see what’s up: • The music is happening this weekend downtown! Rewind is playing at The Port tonight from 5-7pm – “Rewind” is Tom and Tami Doenges with Kate Schuman. Sweet harmonies, beautiful music. The Tease play Herb’s tonight & Saturday starting at 9:30pm. Meanwhile, there’s Open Mic at The Rumor Mill tonight, with  Continue Reading

The Sounds of Sculpture…

Written on August 5, 2011 at 6:16 am, by

There’s going to be music, food & and art at the Sculpture Park out at Roche Harbor this Sunday from 5-8pm. It’s $5 to enter the park; kids enter free. Music by the LITTLE WING BAND — a Tribute to Jimi Hendrix as well as local faves The Chameleons. Here’s more from the Islands Museum  Continue Reading

Meanwhile, at Waterworks Gallery….

Written on August 5, 2011 at 6:01 am, by

Ruth has a new show this weekend, which opens tomorrow – drop by & check it out: WaterWorks Gallery Announces August Artists August 6 – 27, 2011 WaterWorks Gallery is pleased to feature for its August show Melinda Hannigan, Oil Paintings and Jan Hoy, Ceramic sculpture. The working side of the maritime world, the freighters,  Continue Reading

When the killer whales go by….

Written on August 5, 2011 at 5:47 am, by

For most folks there is a moment of awe when they see killer whales, and I think this nice picture by Heather who went out sea kayaking with Outdoor Odysseys in July captures that. Check out her blog!

This weekend: Since you’re out garage saling, anyway…

Written on August 4, 2011 at 11:35 am, by

You just as well go to different ends of the island… • Over at Kim’s: Rocky Bay annual yard sale. 08/06, 9am-1pm. Multi family with a little bit of everything. Kitchen, housewares, clothes, TV’s, kid’s stuff, outdoor, furniture, and much more!!! 6312 Roche Harbor Rd. (In unit A). • Over at Carol, Desi & Bristol’s  Continue Reading

The Story of The Pencil

Written on August 4, 2011 at 9:35 am, by

A friend sent this in & asked me not to tell you it was her (hint: she works downtown, she has brown hair, and she has two kids who play with your kids, she has an infectious laugh, a beguiling smile & an ever-inquisitive eyebrow). I guess I really like the hope (expressed here) that  Continue Reading

This’ll wake ya up….

Written on August 3, 2011 at 8:17 am, by

The Sleepy Man Banjo Boys were on Letterman three weeks ago, and they’re amazing! They’re my new favorite group – watch this little four-minute video & you’ll see why: