Topic: Around Here

Around here….

Written on February 22, 2011 at 6:49 am, by

It was a busy weekend, and even with the holiday yesterday, there’s a lot going on: • Looks like Ruffles (J1 in J pod) hasn’t been seen since November…it’s still early, and the pod’s largest male sometimes wanders away from the group, but now people will be watching extra carefully to try & see where  Continue Reading

The Garden Club meets next Tuesday…

Written on February 22, 2011 at 6:05 am, by

Here’s the word from Joyce & Dot – be sure & let them know you’re coming by Friday! Here’s the scoop: Please join us for the monthly San Juan Island Garden Club Meeting Time:  1:00 p.m. Date:  Tuesday, March 1, 2011 Place: Mullis Center Speaker:  Naturalist Susan Vernon Topic: Wildflowers and fauna that we will  Continue Reading

Morning song: “Crazy Mind” by Kels….

Written on February 22, 2011 at 5:52 am, by

On this cold & grey morning, with snow called for in the evening to come, hope this warms you up to get the day going. Here’s “Crazy Mind” from Kels Boreen’s recent release “Life is Too Sweet”….

There’s a Hunter Safety course, starting today…

Written on February 22, 2011 at 5:07 am, by

Bob Wilson says he has a few spots left for this certified course which gets underway today for no charge – here’s more: Hunter Safety Course 02/22/2011 – 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM (Tue) 02/23/2011 – 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM (Wed) 02/24/2011 – 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM (Thu) 02/25/2011 – 03:00 PM to  Continue Reading

IMA moves to new spot, offers online auction…

Written on February 22, 2011 at 4:16 am, by

Wendy at IMA wants to let you know about the online auction that kicks off this weekend: IMA recently moved into its new location on Spring Street in Friday Harbor, after losing its home to the National Park Service last fall. The Museum hopes to remain in this wonderful location until a successful Capital Campaign  Continue Reading

Aaron’s doing better….

Written on February 21, 2011 at 4:56 am, by

Last week, Aaron D’Errico had a heck of a week… On Wednesday, his proposal for a comic superhero for the Stan Lee Foundation was chosen as number 14 of the top 20, which means he’s still in the running to be picked (results: early in March.) Also mid-week, he and twin bro Adam celebrated their  Continue Reading

Baseball & softball for kids: Ready for the spring

Written on February 21, 2011 at 3:28 am, by

Our baseball & softball programs here on the island have turned out some amazing success stories – Matthew Rothisberger is wrapping up his senior year of college ball, while Richie Ochoa begins his sophomore year at WSU, the FHHS basball & softball teams are regular playoff contenders, and Fletcher Vynne just wrapped up his job  Continue Reading

Sunday evening at the Whale Museum – it’s Ray Troll!

Written on February 20, 2011 at 2:30 pm, by

If you’re looking for a fun evening in Friday Harbor, drop by the Whale Museum tonight, because Ray’s on the island…here’s the scoop from Jenny: The Whale Museum’s Artist and Author Series: An Evening with Ray Troll The Whale Museum is pleased to welcome Alaskan artist, author and humorist Ray Troll on February 20 at 6:00  Continue Reading

Updates for Thursday….

Written on February 17, 2011 at 8:58 am, by

Looking around the island: • Yep, the San Juan Island Co-Op has its Grand Opening this Friday & Saturday in the Bakery San Juan Building – drop in for music & fun! Here’s more. • I heard that Meaghan McCormick delivered her baby in San Francisco…more details soon. • Liz just sent me the scoop  Continue Reading

Deadwood Revival on Saturday!

Written on February 17, 2011 at 8:27 am, by

Jan says it’s gonna be great, and they came all the way from Port Townsend just to play for us: Bluegrass Meets Acoustic Grateful Dead at SJCT Concert Port Townsend’s Deadwood Revival brings their “feel good” acoustic music to San Juan Community Theatre’s Whittier stage on Saturday, February 19 at 7:30 pm. The string band,  Continue Reading

What’s up with the Village People…

Written on February 17, 2011 at 8:13 am, by

Just checked with Anne & she has a few things going on: VILLAGE AT THE HARBOUR is doing it again!  Save The Date…February 20 at 6:30!  Islanders new and old are in for a treat, come and see how our wonderful island got its start!  Join us at the beautiful Village Venue and hear the secrets  Continue Reading

Guten tag! German TV show at the library…

Written on February 17, 2011 at 8:02 am, by

Molly just dropped me a note about this special event at the Library for the next three weeks: SUNDAYS (February 20, 27 and March 6th) 6:30 to 8 P.M. DIE WEISSENSEE A Berlin Love Story before the fall of the Wall A GERMAN TV DRAMA WITHOUT SUBTITLES Two families in East Berlin in the 80’s,  Continue Reading

Singing a song for you, and Shannon…

Written on February 16, 2011 at 10:35 pm, by

It’s always good to hear about talented folks, and that includes our siblings – here is FHES second-grade teacher Shannon Evans‘ brother Brant with Aubrey, by Bread (which he dedicates to her on YouTube):

Monday’s windstorm….

Written on February 16, 2011 at 1:43 am, by

It was a windy, windy day on Monday (with some left over for yesterday) here on the island…here’s a little video at Lime Kiln that Mike Martin thought you might enjoy.

Wednesday’s checkin….

Written on February 16, 2011 at 1:36 am, by

Seems like there’s a lot going on around the island…. • I hear that Jessica Oldwyn & Danny Carroll (right, both FHHS grads!) got married in Paris over the past couple of days – wahoo! • Bob & Jamie report that the dogs showed up: The golden retrievers have come home after nine days of  Continue Reading

Vote for Aaron’s super hero!

Written on February 15, 2011 at 6:33 pm, by

He’s one talented guy, and this is your chance to vote for him! Aaron D’Errico has entered a contest with the Stan Lee (yeah, that one – Spiderman & Iron Man, those guys are his) Foundation, and you can vote for his creation. Here’s more from Aaron: I wanted to let you know I have  Continue Reading