Topic: Arts
Best of the Fest: Chasing The Thunder
Written on March 28, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Friday Harbor Film Festival Winter Series presents: Best of Fest – Ocean Warriors Chasing The Thunder The eco warriors of Sea Shepard embark on a high seas, 110 day, 10,000 mile chase to catch the illegal fishing vessel Thunder, the notorious poaching boat. The chase takes the audience on an exhilarating ride to the Continue Reading
Know Your Islanders Talks: Poetry Snapshots
Written on March 28, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Meet some of our island poets: Antoinette Botsford from Orcas, Elizabeth Landrum from Lopez, and Bill Weissinger from San Juan. Monday, April 1st at 7 pm at the San Juan Island Library. Free. Refreshments will be served courtesy of the Friends of the Library and the San Juan Island Trails Committee.
Town Seeking Applicants for Open Positions on Friday Harbor Arts Commission
Written on March 28, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Town is accepting applications for two open positions on the Friday Harbor Arts Commission (FHAC). Commissioners are unpaid volunteers who represent the interests of the Town, community, and local artists in advising the Town Council on the cultivation, selection, acquisition, and placement of public art. One position is to be filled immediately with a Continue Reading
Answering Light
Written on March 23, 2019 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Miller is back with another beautiful photo of Cattle Point Light. Here he is with the story… Hello San Juan Update – here is a drone shot from the other night – my wife named it “Answering Light”. It is also a solstice moon! ~ John
FH Middle School Players Present: Stepsisters
Written on March 23, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Everybody knows the Brothers Grimm’s most famous fairy tale. But what if they told it from the wrong point of view? Stepsisters, written by Flip Kobler & Cindy Marcus and directed by Jenni Merritt, tells the totally-true-and-not-at-all-made-up version of the little cinder girl. When Drew and Beth are thrown into the dungeon for conspiring against Continue Reading
PTSD: Making You Whole Again- From Her Heart
Written on March 22, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sarah Blum who has worked with PTSD and trauma resolution in US military veterans will be speaking in Friday Harbor on Sunday, April 7. She will speak from her experience as a nurse in Vietnam, as a psychotherapist, and as a PTSD survivor. Journey Back to Vietnam will be free to all wanting to learn Continue Reading
Last Call for Children’s Festival Poster Contest and Activity Providers
Written on March 21, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
“I am Super” This is our last call to help us out in designing our poster for Children’s Festival! Kids of all ages are invited to submit poster designs that incorporate this year’s super hero festival theme. Artwork must be submitted on an official entry form which can be obtained at Island Rec’s office or Continue Reading
Orcas Island Lit Fest Day Passes On Sale Now
Written on March 20, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Islanders Get Special Discount Until March 22 Day pass tickets go on sale today for the 2nd annual Orcas Island Lit Fest (OILF), a celebration of literature and community, April 5-7. With an award-winning lineup of 60 artists, OILF provides an opportunity to engage with local, regional and nationally renowned authors and their work Continue Reading
SJIMA Family Art Days
Written on March 16, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
There is Always Something New Greeting Spring is the new program of Family Art Days (FAD) at the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA). The informal classes start on Saturday, April 6th at 540 Spring Street in Friday Harbor. The classes are held in the cozy upstairs workshop area from 1:00 t0 5:00 on Continue Reading
Best of Fest: Two Films on Tuesday
Written on March 15, 2019 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Film Festival Winter Series presents: The Best of the Fest Tuesday, March 19 at the Grange at 7:00 pm, join us for the following two films: Intelligent Trees – The Documentary Trees talk, know family ties and care for their young? Is this too fantastic to be true? Scientist Suzanne Simard (The University Continue Reading
Orcas Island Lit Fest
Written on March 15, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Orcas Island Lit Fest (OILF), an annual celebration of literature and community in an inspiringly beautiful place, is continuing its commitment to children and families by offering its second annual Kids’ Fest. The 2019 OILF Kids’ Fest will feature the following artists and activities: Singer-songwriter Laura Veirs is the author of the award-winning picture book Continue Reading
Poetry: A Love Story with the World
Written on March 14, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
“The fate of poetry is to fall in love with the world” ~Poet and playwright, Derek Walcott Some call poetry the caviar of literature. Others call it nitroglycerin: intense, powerful, explosive. This spring, join poet Jill McCabe Johnson and fall in love with the world of poetry. Jill will guide the class in an exploration Continue Reading
Dance Camps over Spring Break
Written on March 13, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Study ballet and contemporary dance with Jeanne Peihl at Salish Sea Ballet during Spring Break! Dancers will work on learning and improving dance technique, creating choreography, and producing a short performance for end of camp. Please bring socks or ballet slippers, a snack, and water bottle. This camp, for ages 8-12, runs from 1:30-4pm, Continue Reading
A River’s Last Chance
Written on March 4, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Film Festival Winter Series – Best of the Fest – Tuesday, March 5th at the Grange at 7:00 pm A River’s Last Chance: A Story of Salmon, Timber, Weed and Wine along the Mighty Eel River – the award winning film about saving our Salmon and rivers. The Eel River in Northern California Continue Reading
Chance Hayden & Andy Coe Guitar Show
Written on March 1, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Chance Hayden and Andy Coe, two front running string slingers of the Pacific Northwest, join forces with an electric guitar band showcasing the depths of their talent and mutual admiration. For over a decade both players have made vast imprints within their respective cities of Portland and Seattle as avid sidemen embracing everything from jazz, Continue Reading
Gift Machine Band to Play at Herbs on Saturday
Written on February 26, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Psych-pop defenders The Gift Machine are playing a show supporting their new record New Tangles (out via PIAPTK) at Herb’s Tavern at 8:00 pm on March 2nd. PIAPTK is their record label who is based out of Tucson, AZ and was originally founded in Olympia. It stands for People in a Position to Know. They Continue Reading
English Camp at Rest
Written on February 25, 2019 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Miller shares this view of English Camp taken on Saturday morning just when the sun broke through the clouds. Thanks John!
Bahrych Joins SJIMA Board
Written on February 25, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Environmental attorney Lynn Bahrych of Shaw Island has joined the board of the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA) in Friday Harbor. Impressed by how SJIMA’s exhibitions have reflected sensitivity to the issues and values of conservation in the Pacific Northwest, Bahrych was motivated to work with the art museum. She works in maritime, Continue Reading
Intro to Black and White Photography
Written on February 22, 2019 at 12:30 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Alchemy Art Center is enrolling for the first in a series of classes exploring the exciting and versatile art form of darkroom photography. Complete Introduction to Black and White Photography is a comprehensive course taught by world class photographer and educator Danielle Dean, and will cover everything from camera function to lighting to darkroom Continue Reading
Price Reduction!
Written on February 21, 2019 at 3:33 pm, by Tim Dustrude
With the price reduced, you now have no excuses! Get Glamorous! Drink some wine! Eat some delicious, locally sourced food! And watch the OSCARS live! Live Auction including fabulous trips to Sidney, BC, Poets Cove Resort on Pender Island, Roche Harbor Romantic hotel stay & spa treatments, Lakedale Resort Glamping w/Duck Soup dinner package. (6) Continue Reading
FHFF Oscar Night Gala
Written on February 19, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The 3rd Annual FHFF Oscar Gala returns to the beautiful San Juan Island Yacht Club on February 24, 2019 Celebrate film and watch the Oscars LIVE on the big screen with your friends! Doors open at 5:00 pm with live Red Carpet Coverage on the big screen, followed by the Oscar Ceremony at 6:00 Continue Reading
Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked The World
Written on February 18, 2019 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Don’t Miss The Next Best of the Fest! In the oft-cited history of American music, there is a missing chapter that deserves our attention and respect: the influence of Native Americans. Despite attempts to ban, censor, and erase Indian culture in the United States, indigenous musicians played an important role in helping to shape the Continue Reading
Best of the Fest: Chasing The Thunder
Written on March 28, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Friday Harbor Film Festival Winter Series presents: Best of Fest – Ocean Warriors Chasing The Thunder The eco warriors of Sea Shepard embark on a high seas, 110 day, 10,000 mile chase to catch the illegal fishing vessel Thunder, the notorious poaching boat. The chase takes the audience on an exhilarating ride to the Continue Reading
Know Your Islanders Talks: Poetry Snapshots
Written on March 28, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Meet some of our island poets: Antoinette Botsford from Orcas, Elizabeth Landrum from Lopez, and Bill Weissinger from San Juan. Monday, April 1st at 7 pm at the San Juan Island Library. Free. Refreshments will be served courtesy of the Friends of the Library and the San Juan Island Trails Committee.
Town Seeking Applicants for Open Positions on Friday Harbor Arts Commission
Written on March 28, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Town is accepting applications for two open positions on the Friday Harbor Arts Commission (FHAC). Commissioners are unpaid volunteers who represent the interests of the Town, community, and local artists in advising the Town Council on the cultivation, selection, acquisition, and placement of public art. One position is to be filled immediately with a Continue Reading
Answering Light
Written on March 23, 2019 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Miller is back with another beautiful photo of Cattle Point Light. Here he is with the story… Hello San Juan Update – here is a drone shot from the other night – my wife named it “Answering Light”. It is also a solstice moon! ~ John
FH Middle School Players Present: Stepsisters
Written on March 23, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Everybody knows the Brothers Grimm’s most famous fairy tale. But what if they told it from the wrong point of view? Stepsisters, written by Flip Kobler & Cindy Marcus and directed by Jenni Merritt, tells the totally-true-and-not-at-all-made-up version of the little cinder girl. When Drew and Beth are thrown into the dungeon for conspiring against Continue Reading
PTSD: Making You Whole Again- From Her Heart
Written on March 22, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sarah Blum who has worked with PTSD and trauma resolution in US military veterans will be speaking in Friday Harbor on Sunday, April 7. She will speak from her experience as a nurse in Vietnam, as a psychotherapist, and as a PTSD survivor. Journey Back to Vietnam will be free to all wanting to learn Continue Reading
Last Call for Children’s Festival Poster Contest and Activity Providers
Written on March 21, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
“I am Super” This is our last call to help us out in designing our poster for Children’s Festival! Kids of all ages are invited to submit poster designs that incorporate this year’s super hero festival theme. Artwork must be submitted on an official entry form which can be obtained at Island Rec’s office or Continue Reading
Orcas Island Lit Fest Day Passes On Sale Now
Written on March 20, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Islanders Get Special Discount Until March 22 Day pass tickets go on sale today for the 2nd annual Orcas Island Lit Fest (OILF), a celebration of literature and community, April 5-7. With an award-winning lineup of 60 artists, OILF provides an opportunity to engage with local, regional and nationally renowned authors and their work Continue Reading
SJIMA Family Art Days
Written on March 16, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
There is Always Something New Greeting Spring is the new program of Family Art Days (FAD) at the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA). The informal classes start on Saturday, April 6th at 540 Spring Street in Friday Harbor. The classes are held in the cozy upstairs workshop area from 1:00 t0 5:00 on Continue Reading
Best of Fest: Two Films on Tuesday
Written on March 15, 2019 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Film Festival Winter Series presents: The Best of the Fest Tuesday, March 19 at the Grange at 7:00 pm, join us for the following two films: Intelligent Trees – The Documentary Trees talk, know family ties and care for their young? Is this too fantastic to be true? Scientist Suzanne Simard (The University Continue Reading
Orcas Island Lit Fest
Written on March 15, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Orcas Island Lit Fest (OILF), an annual celebration of literature and community in an inspiringly beautiful place, is continuing its commitment to children and families by offering its second annual Kids’ Fest. The 2019 OILF Kids’ Fest will feature the following artists and activities: Singer-songwriter Laura Veirs is the author of the award-winning picture book Continue Reading
Poetry: A Love Story with the World
Written on March 14, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
“The fate of poetry is to fall in love with the world” ~Poet and playwright, Derek Walcott Some call poetry the caviar of literature. Others call it nitroglycerin: intense, powerful, explosive. This spring, join poet Jill McCabe Johnson and fall in love with the world of poetry. Jill will guide the class in an exploration Continue Reading
Dance Camps over Spring Break
Written on March 13, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Study ballet and contemporary dance with Jeanne Peihl at Salish Sea Ballet during Spring Break! Dancers will work on learning and improving dance technique, creating choreography, and producing a short performance for end of camp. Please bring socks or ballet slippers, a snack, and water bottle. This camp, for ages 8-12, runs from 1:30-4pm, Continue Reading
A River’s Last Chance
Written on March 4, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Film Festival Winter Series – Best of the Fest – Tuesday, March 5th at the Grange at 7:00 pm A River’s Last Chance: A Story of Salmon, Timber, Weed and Wine along the Mighty Eel River – the award winning film about saving our Salmon and rivers. The Eel River in Northern California Continue Reading
Chance Hayden & Andy Coe Guitar Show
Written on March 1, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Chance Hayden and Andy Coe, two front running string slingers of the Pacific Northwest, join forces with an electric guitar band showcasing the depths of their talent and mutual admiration. For over a decade both players have made vast imprints within their respective cities of Portland and Seattle as avid sidemen embracing everything from jazz, Continue Reading
Gift Machine Band to Play at Herbs on Saturday
Written on February 26, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Psych-pop defenders The Gift Machine are playing a show supporting their new record New Tangles (out via PIAPTK) at Herb’s Tavern at 8:00 pm on March 2nd. PIAPTK is their record label who is based out of Tucson, AZ and was originally founded in Olympia. It stands for People in a Position to Know. They Continue Reading
English Camp at Rest
Written on February 25, 2019 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
John Miller shares this view of English Camp taken on Saturday morning just when the sun broke through the clouds. Thanks John!
Bahrych Joins SJIMA Board
Written on February 25, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Environmental attorney Lynn Bahrych of Shaw Island has joined the board of the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA) in Friday Harbor. Impressed by how SJIMA’s exhibitions have reflected sensitivity to the issues and values of conservation in the Pacific Northwest, Bahrych was motivated to work with the art museum. She works in maritime, Continue Reading
Intro to Black and White Photography
Written on February 22, 2019 at 12:30 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Alchemy Art Center is enrolling for the first in a series of classes exploring the exciting and versatile art form of darkroom photography. Complete Introduction to Black and White Photography is a comprehensive course taught by world class photographer and educator Danielle Dean, and will cover everything from camera function to lighting to darkroom Continue Reading
Price Reduction!
Written on February 21, 2019 at 3:33 pm, by Tim Dustrude
With the price reduced, you now have no excuses! Get Glamorous! Drink some wine! Eat some delicious, locally sourced food! And watch the OSCARS live! Live Auction including fabulous trips to Sidney, BC, Poets Cove Resort on Pender Island, Roche Harbor Romantic hotel stay & spa treatments, Lakedale Resort Glamping w/Duck Soup dinner package. (6) Continue Reading
FHFF Oscar Night Gala
Written on February 19, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The 3rd Annual FHFF Oscar Gala returns to the beautiful San Juan Island Yacht Club on February 24, 2019 Celebrate film and watch the Oscars LIVE on the big screen with your friends! Doors open at 5:00 pm with live Red Carpet Coverage on the big screen, followed by the Oscar Ceremony at 6:00 Continue Reading
Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked The World
Written on February 18, 2019 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Don’t Miss The Next Best of the Fest! In the oft-cited history of American music, there is a missing chapter that deserves our attention and respect: the influence of Native Americans. Despite attempts to ban, censor, and erase Indian culture in the United States, indigenous musicians played an important role in helping to shape the Continue Reading