According to Oregon State researchers, the growing “dead zones” in the oceans of the Pacific Northwest reflect oxygen depletion, the ocean adjusting to climate change, and a decreased fish catch. Here’s more from the McClatchy Newspapers.

One of my favorite blogs to regularly check in on is the Bitter End Blog that Richard Rodriquez keeps up. He has a Captains Course in April you might want to sign up for – he has only four spots left! Check it out – just this past couple of weeks he posted a picture  Continue Reading

Little things going on: • Remember that tree that got split at English Camp back in 2008 by lightning? This fellow posted a picture of it – check it out. That reminded me of the tree that sank two feet into the ground on the trail after it split off in a windstorm. Tim Dustrude’s  Continue Reading

What to do, what to do: • The last couple of days, folks have asked me what there is to do this weekend. Easy – look outside, and then think of something. It’s blue & clear & warm enough. Get outside! Here’s my idea of a perfect day: – Two hour walk this morning. –  Continue Reading

Works with baseball teams, right? This is a photo of Ruffles (J1, the big one) and Granny (J2) from 2006, by Sandy Buckley.

That’s Jaida playing at the playground, in a photo by Jodi Calohan. Sunny days – get outside & play!

I have been writing songs since before I can remember, and almost every song I’ve written has a phrase in it that I later remember as, “Oh, that sounds like Going to a Garden Party,” or “is that Mandy?” or “Whoa – that kinda sounds a tiny bit like Puff The Magic Dragon!” Reminds me  Continue Reading

Just got a note from Craig at Kenmore Air…they have a deal for you this weekend: Shopping? See a museum? Visit with friends? Saturday, March 6, is a great day for a Seattle daytrip! Limited seats on all Kenmore Air Express flights between Friday Harbor, Eastsound and Seattle are on sale for only $89 each  Continue Reading

Let’s check & see what happening ’round here: • John Sinclair at Concepia says he has a beginners’ class coming up – here’s more: Photography Classes: Concepia will be offering one day photography classes starting on Sunday April 4th. Aimed at the complete beginner to serious novice, this classes will focus on the core elements  Continue Reading

Dreams of Damanhur website | Ordering the film | About Damanhur You already know Keith Busha as a heckuva musician around the island…he’s been playing at Roche Harbor and around Town for years. He’s also a heckuva filmmaker & storyteller, as you’ll find out when you see his new film Dreams of Damanhur. This is  Continue Reading

I heard that Saci was having a couple of cooking classes coming up soon, so I figured you would want to know so we get you signed up – here’s the deal: “Let’s cook together!” – In the Kitchen with Saci! Have a fun filled evening in the kitchen, learn some new recipes and enjoy  Continue Reading

Over at the Library yesterday, some 75-100 kids & parents collected after school to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday, and reading, too! The event was sponsored by the Early Learning Consortium, in partnership with the San Juan Public Library, the San Juan Island Community Foundation, with funding from Thrive by Five. This was the local birthday  Continue Reading

Mike Close from the San Juan Island Marine Center sent over this picture of a boat that started to sink yesterday…

All around the island…. • Did you know it’s impossible to lick your elbow? • The folks at San Juan Interiors sure make it easy to get a carpet put in, or to do the things you need to do to spiff up your home. Gabe & his crew (including Sarah, Christine & Michel) are  Continue Reading

It’s coming on March 21st this month…a new 10K run here on the island! And this one is for women only…here’s more from race organizers (and the leaders of Run Ladies Run) Boo Boo & Kerry: On Sunday, March 21, Run Ladies Run is sponsoring a 10K run/walk at Roche Harbor, San Juan Island, WA.   Continue Reading

Here’s a free deal tomorrow night you’ll find to be fun – more from Jan at the Community Theatre: The Mysteries of the [Dining Room] Table Revealed in Free Lecture A Northwest food historian explores the art of dining in a special free lecture at San Juan Community Theatre on Wednesday, March 3 at 7:30  Continue Reading