Topic: Around Here

Island Jobs: Animal Protection Society hiring two Animal Care Team Members

Written on March 23, 2022 at 10:33 am, by

The Animal Protection Society – Friday Harbor is hiring two Animal Care Team Members, one part-time and one full-time. Learn more in the Island Jobs section of the San Juan Update.

Notes from the Island — March 23

Written on March 23, 2022 at 6:00 am, by

The San Juan Island Food Co-op has locally grown kiwis from Mitchell Bay Farm & Nursery. Coho Restaurant is doing a dim sum pop-up (think dumplings and steam buns) this Friday from 6 to 11 p.m. The San Juan Island Community Foundation recently launched an interactive volunteer directory that allows you to search for opportunities  Continue Reading

It’s still puddle season

Written on March 22, 2022 at 7:29 pm, by

Island Jobs: San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau hiring Digital Marketing & Outreach Manager

Written on March 22, 2022 at 4:28 pm, by

The San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau is seeking a full-time Digital Marketing & Outreach Manager. Learn more in the Island Jobs section of the San Juan Update.

Number of Islanders without a stable place to live up roughly ten percent since 2020

Written on March 22, 2022 at 4:10 pm, by

San Juan County’s Health & Services Department provides an update on this year’s point-in-time homeless count, which was conducted on Feb. 24 for the first time since 2020. The 2022 San Juan County Point-In Time Homeless Count identified 146 people who have no stable place to live, an increase from the 2020 count of 133.  Continue Reading

A safe harbor in an era of food insecurity

Written on March 22, 2022 at 12:56 pm, by

Friday Harbor Food Bank volunteer Steve Ulvi sends along a heartfelt update about what the organization is up to these days. A common refrain, a widely shared meme, is that we live “the good life” surrounded by an inspiring maritime landscape; the fortunate residents of an exceptional, caring community. During economic turbulence and social-fracturing it  Continue Reading

Island Jobs: San Juan Island Childcare Cooperative seeks a Lead Early Childhood Teacher

Written on March 22, 2022 at 8:45 am, by

The San Juan Island Childcare Cooperative is looking for an early childhood education professional for its new program. Learn more in the Island Jobs section of the San Juan Update.

Notes from the Island — March 22

Written on March 22, 2022 at 6:00 am, by

Pierogis for Peace, a pop-up shop run by The Market Chef and Katrina’s Secret Kitchen at the Farmers Market this past weekend, raised more than $6,000 for World Central Kitchen, an organization helping to feed refugees leaving Ukraine. Easter candy has arrived at the Friday Harbor Trading Post. San Juan Island National Historical Park is  Continue Reading

Once in a lifetime

Written on March 21, 2022 at 6:47 pm, by

EDC presenting Maritime Career Fair on March 31

Written on March 21, 2022 at 3:40 pm, by

The San Juan County Economic Development Council shares some news about the virtual Maritime Career Fair they are presenting next week. People interested in careers on the water are invited to join the EDC for an online Maritime Career Fair on Thursday, March 31 from noon to 1 p.m. You will learn about seafaring careers  Continue Reading

County Council agenda for March 22

Written on March 21, 2022 at 8:47 am, by

The San Juan County Council will hold a second regular meeting this week on Tuesday, March 22 at 9 a.m. The Council will hold two public hearings, including time for public comment: Approving a resolution to dispose of surplus County personal property by direct sale Continuing an ordinance of adopting amendments to the Personnel Policy  Continue Reading

Notes from the Island — March 21

Written on March 21, 2022 at 6:00 am, by

There’s a new storage facility located next to the old animal shelter building on Shelter Road. Call 360-298-8873 for more information. Friday Harbor High School placed second in the state in the Computer Integrated Manufacturing competition at the 2022 Washington Technology Student Association annual conference last week. Back by popular demand, the Family Resource Center’s  Continue Reading

Rain on the windshield at Turn Point County Park

Written on March 20, 2022 at 7:42 pm, by

United Way of San Juan County provides $81,000 in support to local organizations

Written on March 20, 2022 at 4:15 pm, by

United Way of San Juan County shares an update about funds they recently provided to several local organizations, including the San Juan Island Family Resource Center, the San Juan Island School District, Meals on Wheels, and Island Rides. We are proud to announce that United Way of San Juan County allocated $81,000 to seven local  Continue Reading

County Council agenda for March 21

Written on March 20, 2022 at 2:05 pm, by

The San Juan County Council will hold a regular meeting on Monday, March 21 at 9 a.m. Items up for discussion or action include: Washington State Ferries and Ferry Advisory Committee Community Health Services van purchase and retrofit proposal Fairgrounds solar project and funding update MacKaye Harbor road relocation project update Authorization of FEMA hazard  Continue Reading

Notes from the Island — March 20

Written on March 20, 2022 at 6:00 am, by

The Friday Harbor High School PTA is hosting a bake sale fundraiser during next week’s FHHS production of Footloose, from Thursday through Sunday — and they need people to bake things like cupcakes, cookies and brownies. The Garden Center at Browne’s has a new delivery of veggies, fruits, shrubs, perennials and houseplants. Last Saturday’s Desolation  Continue Reading