Topic: Around Here
Dominique’s Clothing changes its name…
Written on May 20, 2009 at 3:20 pm, by Ian Byington
You can drop by the shop’s name-changing party on Friday from 4-8pm to wish Teri well and to see the new sign! Click here for more!
Passing…
Written on May 20, 2009 at 3:15 pm, by Ian Byington
My friend Kris sent this over… In Loving Memory of Allen Martin Mason July 22, 1945 – May 17, 2009 Service to be held Saturday, May 23 at 12:00 noon at Friday Harbor Presbyterian Church
Bridge over the waters….
Written on May 20, 2009 at 1:07 am, by Ian Byington
The decorative bridge near the corner of Black Road & Turn Point Road….that much prettier on a sunny day. -00-
All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth…
Written on May 20, 2009 at 1:06 am, by Ian Byington
That’s Michelle & Scott Reynolds with baby Juniper enjoying the open house at the Marine Labs last Saturday…check in at Dr. Michelle’s dentistry practice at the Tooth Ferry (here’s the site), as she’s taking appointments. Remember when she first took over the Tooth Ferry? Here’s the story in the San Juan Update back in September Continue Reading
Eskimo kisses….
Written on May 20, 2009 at 1:01 am, by Ian Byington
It was fun seeing Xtreme Fitness‘ Ken Clark rubbing noses with his girl Presley at the Labs’ Open House on Saturday. He had another good reason to look happy – it was Heather & his 14th wedding anniversary that day. Congratulations, you guys!
Honduran Dinner & Film Fest…tonight!
Written on May 19, 2009 at 6:07 pm, by Ian Byington
Ace FHHS students Lauren Zander & Will Tranfro are putting on an event tonight that I think you’ll like – I know I’ll be there. Here’s more: STUDENT FILM FESTIVAL/COMPETITION and FUNDRAISER DINNER BENEFITING HONDURAN CHARITY 5:30 FHHS in the Commons/Dining Hall This Thursday (May 21st) at 5:30 the high school will be putting on Continue Reading
Discovery Sea Kayaks’ new digs…
Written on May 19, 2009 at 1:58 pm, by Ian Byington
I dropped by the new Discovery Sea Kayak storefront this afternoon – here’s more from DSK’s Richard: Discovery Sea Kayak has moved to the Old Blue Dolphin location at 185 First Street and will be hosting a grand reopening this Friday, Saturday and Sunday offering discounts on most store items. San Juan Island’s only full Continue Reading
Renovated Kingdom Hall recognized by Historical Review folks…
Written on May 19, 2009 at 1:39 pm, by Ian Byington
When I took the top picture (above) last November, I couldn’t help but think what a good job our Jehovah Witness friends had done with the renovation. Guess I’m not the only one – here’s more from the Town Historic Preservation Coordinator, Sandy Strelou: On May 27, 2009 the Town of Friday Harbor’s Historic Preservation Continue Reading
Familiar face, new owner at the Sweet Retreat…
Written on May 19, 2009 at 1:08 pm, by Ian Byington
Kathy Morton tells me she started up the Sweet Retreat 11 years ago this July, and it is one of the more stable & well-loved places on the island to get lunch, or coffee, or a smoothie, and much more. Well, on May first, the Sweet Retreat got new owners, as Kathy’s son Dave and Continue Reading
Aaargh! Get your picture taken by Connie…
Written on May 19, 2009 at 1:04 pm, by Ian Byington
I dropped in Connie Shaw’s photo studio (Castaway Dave’s) yesterday just to say hey, but instead she got me all dressed up & took pictures of Josie and me. As you can see, we decided to go “pirate” – she has “Wild West” as well – and she turns out some pretty clear, pretty fun Continue Reading
Relay Idol – at Herb’s Wednesday!
Written on May 19, 2009 at 12:01 pm, by Ian Byington
Corey from Relay for Life has news about the auditions, which continue tonight: Last Wednesday May 13th was the second night of Relay Idol Auditions. Relay Idol is now up to $318 raised for the American Cancer Society. The finalists that were chosen last week to return with Kira, Todd, and Jake, for the finals Continue Reading
Looking over Jackson’s Beach….
Written on May 19, 2009 at 12:06 am, by Ian Byington
Sunny skies, fair winds, and smooth seas as the poppies start to bloom, looking over the beach from near the gravel pit.
Looking over Jackson's Beach….
Written on May 19, 2009 at 12:06 am, by Ian Byington
Sunny skies, fair winds, and smooth seas as the poppies start to bloom, looking over the beach from near the gravel pit.
Weight Loss Challenge…
Written on May 19, 2009 at 12:01 am, by Ian Byington
Paul Hopkins at San Juan Fitness has more: Weight Loss Challenge Kicks Off May 22 San Juan Island Fitness will be the headquarters of the first annual, county-wide weight loss challenge competition. With only vague similarities to the popular television program “The Biggest Loser”, this program will be based on support, information and encouragement and Continue Reading
Another new islander….
Written on May 19, 2009 at 12:01 am, by Ian Byington
That’s Grandma Gina with daughter Jill Sandwith’s new baby JJ – Jill & Cody Feliz welcomed him to the world last Friday, and she dropped by the school district office to show everyone how great he is!
Grand Opening this Saturday: The New Children’s Learning and Activity Trail
Written on May 19, 2009 at 12:01 am, by Ian Byington
It’s coming up this weekend – Joyce Sobel from the Family Resource Center has more: GRAND OPENING PARTY! Experience the NEW Children’s Learning and Activity Trail at the Family Park at the Fairgrounds! Join the Born Learning festivities on Saturday, May 23rd from 10-11 a.m. Play! Laugh! Sing! Read! Imagine! Skip! Wiggle! Listen! Learn! Fun! Continue Reading
Dominique’s Clothing changes its name…
Written on May 20, 2009 at 3:20 pm, by Ian Byington
You can drop by the shop’s name-changing party on Friday from 4-8pm to wish Teri well and to see the new sign! Click here for more!
Passing…
Written on May 20, 2009 at 3:15 pm, by Ian Byington
My friend Kris sent this over… In Loving Memory of Allen Martin Mason July 22, 1945 – May 17, 2009 Service to be held Saturday, May 23 at 12:00 noon at Friday Harbor Presbyterian Church
Bridge over the waters….
Written on May 20, 2009 at 1:07 am, by Ian Byington
The decorative bridge near the corner of Black Road & Turn Point Road….that much prettier on a sunny day. -00-
All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth…
Written on May 20, 2009 at 1:06 am, by Ian Byington
That’s Michelle & Scott Reynolds with baby Juniper enjoying the open house at the Marine Labs last Saturday…check in at Dr. Michelle’s dentistry practice at the Tooth Ferry (here’s the site), as she’s taking appointments. Remember when she first took over the Tooth Ferry? Here’s the story in the San Juan Update back in September Continue Reading
Eskimo kisses….
Written on May 20, 2009 at 1:01 am, by Ian Byington
It was fun seeing Xtreme Fitness‘ Ken Clark rubbing noses with his girl Presley at the Labs’ Open House on Saturday. He had another good reason to look happy – it was Heather & his 14th wedding anniversary that day. Congratulations, you guys!
Honduran Dinner & Film Fest…tonight!
Written on May 19, 2009 at 6:07 pm, by Ian Byington
Ace FHHS students Lauren Zander & Will Tranfro are putting on an event tonight that I think you’ll like – I know I’ll be there. Here’s more: STUDENT FILM FESTIVAL/COMPETITION and FUNDRAISER DINNER BENEFITING HONDURAN CHARITY 5:30 FHHS in the Commons/Dining Hall This Thursday (May 21st) at 5:30 the high school will be putting on Continue Reading
Discovery Sea Kayaks’ new digs…
Written on May 19, 2009 at 1:58 pm, by Ian Byington
I dropped by the new Discovery Sea Kayak storefront this afternoon – here’s more from DSK’s Richard: Discovery Sea Kayak has moved to the Old Blue Dolphin location at 185 First Street and will be hosting a grand reopening this Friday, Saturday and Sunday offering discounts on most store items. San Juan Island’s only full Continue Reading
Renovated Kingdom Hall recognized by Historical Review folks…
Written on May 19, 2009 at 1:39 pm, by Ian Byington
When I took the top picture (above) last November, I couldn’t help but think what a good job our Jehovah Witness friends had done with the renovation. Guess I’m not the only one – here’s more from the Town Historic Preservation Coordinator, Sandy Strelou: On May 27, 2009 the Town of Friday Harbor’s Historic Preservation Continue Reading
Familiar face, new owner at the Sweet Retreat…
Written on May 19, 2009 at 1:08 pm, by Ian Byington
Kathy Morton tells me she started up the Sweet Retreat 11 years ago this July, and it is one of the more stable & well-loved places on the island to get lunch, or coffee, or a smoothie, and much more. Well, on May first, the Sweet Retreat got new owners, as Kathy’s son Dave and Continue Reading
Aaargh! Get your picture taken by Connie…
Written on May 19, 2009 at 1:04 pm, by Ian Byington
I dropped in Connie Shaw’s photo studio (Castaway Dave’s) yesterday just to say hey, but instead she got me all dressed up & took pictures of Josie and me. As you can see, we decided to go “pirate” – she has “Wild West” as well – and she turns out some pretty clear, pretty fun Continue Reading
Relay Idol – at Herb’s Wednesday!
Written on May 19, 2009 at 12:01 pm, by Ian Byington
Corey from Relay for Life has news about the auditions, which continue tonight: Last Wednesday May 13th was the second night of Relay Idol Auditions. Relay Idol is now up to $318 raised for the American Cancer Society. The finalists that were chosen last week to return with Kira, Todd, and Jake, for the finals Continue Reading
Looking over Jackson’s Beach….
Written on May 19, 2009 at 12:06 am, by Ian Byington
Sunny skies, fair winds, and smooth seas as the poppies start to bloom, looking over the beach from near the gravel pit.
Looking over Jackson's Beach….
Written on May 19, 2009 at 12:06 am, by Ian Byington
Sunny skies, fair winds, and smooth seas as the poppies start to bloom, looking over the beach from near the gravel pit.
Weight Loss Challenge…
Written on May 19, 2009 at 12:01 am, by Ian Byington
Paul Hopkins at San Juan Fitness has more: Weight Loss Challenge Kicks Off May 22 San Juan Island Fitness will be the headquarters of the first annual, county-wide weight loss challenge competition. With only vague similarities to the popular television program “The Biggest Loser”, this program will be based on support, information and encouragement and Continue Reading
Another new islander….
Written on May 19, 2009 at 12:01 am, by Ian Byington
That’s Grandma Gina with daughter Jill Sandwith’s new baby JJ – Jill & Cody Feliz welcomed him to the world last Friday, and she dropped by the school district office to show everyone how great he is!
Grand Opening this Saturday: The New Children’s Learning and Activity Trail
Written on May 19, 2009 at 12:01 am, by Ian Byington
It’s coming up this weekend – Joyce Sobel from the Family Resource Center has more: GRAND OPENING PARTY! Experience the NEW Children’s Learning and Activity Trail at the Family Park at the Fairgrounds! Join the Born Learning festivities on Saturday, May 23rd from 10-11 a.m. Play! Laugh! Sing! Read! Imagine! Skip! Wiggle! Listen! Learn! Fun! Continue Reading