Topic: Arts
4-H Talent Show
Written on May 3, 2020 at 9:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello There! please join the NW Regional 4-Hers for a virtual 4-H Talent Show! Our teen leaders want to let people know that we are thinking of them and that they are not alone! Join via a smartphone or computer. Participants will need to register with a ZOOM account (you may need to create one) Continue Reading
San Juan Island Studio Tour Cancelled
Written on May 3, 2020 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Organizers of the San Juan Island Artists Studio Tour regretfully wish to inform patrons and visitors that the June 6th & 7th event is cancelled. This decision was made with significant concern for the safety of both visitors and artists during this time of the CoV19 pandemic. We remain hopeful for a positive outcome Continue Reading
Island Senior: Local Artist’s T-Shirt Sales Support Local Seniors
Written on May 1, 2020 at 7:04 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… With community lunches on hold due to COVID-19 it may seem like not much is happening these days at the Mullis Center. However, since the lockdown, the number of meals delivered to local seniors by our Meals on Wheels Continue Reading
Friday Harbor Film Festival Announces Virtual Festival May 8-23
Written on May 1, 2020 at 6:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Friday Harbor Film Festival in cooperation with Bullfrog Communities is proud to present a Virtual Film Festival of climate-change-related films in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day 2020. Beginning May 8th and continuing through May 23rd, FHFF will offer seven powerful, environmentally focused documentary feature films for online streaming. Viewing costs only $1.99 per film or $7.99 Continue Reading
Your Dose of “Awww” for Today
Written on April 29, 2020 at 9:05 am, by Tim Dustrude
Kevin Holmes shares these photos of his new neighbors. In his words: “I have a momma fox with four babies living around the corner from my house. Though you might need your daily dose of “Awww”… Thanks for sharing Kevin!
Our Islands Together Posters
Written on April 22, 2020 at 7:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
Celebrate those in the islands working on the front lines of the COVID-19 response with these posters. Anyone in community who wants to print and hang one can feel free to do so. Click here or on the image above to see the posters available online and then click any one you like to download Continue Reading
Virtual Sewing Bee Stitches Beautiful Protection for San Juan Islanders
Written on April 21, 2020 at 2:13 pm, by Tim Dustrude
FRIDAY HARBOR, Wash., April 21, 2020 – It started with a simple request for support. In late March, Beth Williams-Gieger, director of administration at PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center, emailed Peggy Cregor, chair of the Peace Island Volunteers (PIVs) asking if they would be interested in sewing masks for medical providers at PeaceHealth Peace Island. Continue Reading
Even if we are closed due to the COVID virus—
Written on April 19, 2020 at 4:33 pm, by Tim Dustrude
You can visit the current San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA) even though we are closed. SJIMA set up this link so you could see a tour of the art of Deon Venter, Holly Ballard Martz and June Sekiguchi. SJIMA participated in last week’s Virtual Art Walk on Thursday, April 16. Enjoy the link Continue Reading
Thank You San Juan Island!
Written on April 19, 2020 at 8:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The pig at Brickworks says “Thank You” to San Juan Island for all of your exemplary self-distancing and your selfless response to this Covid-19 crisis. And please remember to wear your mask when out and about where you’re likely to be near others (but not nearer than 6 feet!) Photo by Kathleen Nelson.
Island Senior: What’s on the Bookshelf?
Written on April 16, 2020 at 9:27 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… On Monday the Mullis Center Book Club met for the first time using Zoom. This was also my first time using Zoom so I was happy to discover how easy it was. The Book Club is facilitated by San Continue Reading
HOT TOPIC #14: April 9th A Light-Hearted Look at Caring for your Introvert/Extrovert Significant Other While Staying Home
Written on April 10, 2020 at 9:19 am, by Tim Dustrude
COVID-19 updates from San Juan County around subjects on the minds of islanders Disclaimer: Authors Courtney and Nathan Kessler-Jeffrey are in no way relationship experts. They are not therapists. They have BEEN to a lot of therapy. (They find it’s an essential part of maintaining a healthy relationship. You’ll probably understand why when you finish Continue Reading
Best of the Fest Cancelled
Written on April 8, 2020 at 12:30 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Due to the closure of all but essential businesses the Friday Harbor Film Festival has cancelled the Best of the Fest series for the remainder of the year.
“Stay Home, See Art!”
Written on April 8, 2020 at 12:26 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Island Artists and Businesses Create a Virtual Art Walk for a night of art & beauty Dozens of artists and retail businesses on Lopez, Orcas and San Juan Island will use social media to virtually open their doors and studios on April 16th, 4:00-8:00pm Friday Harbor, Wash. … The first “Third Thursday” San Juan County Continue Reading
Take a Walk at the Sculpture Park!
Written on April 2, 2020 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
We’re all getting cabin fever these days, and going outside to explore our beautiful island can bring a smile to your face, and perhaps help bolster your immune system at the same time. Our sculpture park on Roche Harbor Road is a perfect place to take a walk. There are enough paths in the 20-acre Continue Reading
Alchemy Art Center Creates Opportunities for Creativity at Home
Written on April 2, 2020 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just because we can’t gather in person, doesn’t mean we can’t connect through art! In lieu of the in-person classes and workshops that had been planned for the spring, Alchemy Art Center is now introducing a series of free/donation art opportunities via live Zoom classes, as well as a community mural project, to provide islanders Continue Reading
A Message From Waterworks Gallery
Written on March 29, 2020 at 5:05 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
With all that is going on in the world, we pause and breathe deep. Our main concerns are for our artists, for our staff, and for you. The fragility of life is a constant reminder to us of the importance of appreciating the beauty that exists in this world and that our artists are dependent upon Continue Reading
4-H Talent Show
Written on May 3, 2020 at 9:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hello There! please join the NW Regional 4-Hers for a virtual 4-H Talent Show! Our teen leaders want to let people know that we are thinking of them and that they are not alone! Join via a smartphone or computer. Participants will need to register with a ZOOM account (you may need to create one) Continue Reading
San Juan Island Studio Tour Cancelled
Written on May 3, 2020 at 5:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Organizers of the San Juan Island Artists Studio Tour regretfully wish to inform patrons and visitors that the June 6th & 7th event is cancelled. This decision was made with significant concern for the safety of both visitors and artists during this time of the CoV19 pandemic. We remain hopeful for a positive outcome Continue Reading
Island Senior: Local Artist’s T-Shirt Sales Support Local Seniors
Written on May 1, 2020 at 7:04 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… With community lunches on hold due to COVID-19 it may seem like not much is happening these days at the Mullis Center. However, since the lockdown, the number of meals delivered to local seniors by our Meals on Wheels Continue Reading
Friday Harbor Film Festival Announces Virtual Festival May 8-23
Written on May 1, 2020 at 6:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Friday Harbor Film Festival in cooperation with Bullfrog Communities is proud to present a Virtual Film Festival of climate-change-related films in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day 2020. Beginning May 8th and continuing through May 23rd, FHFF will offer seven powerful, environmentally focused documentary feature films for online streaming. Viewing costs only $1.99 per film or $7.99 Continue Reading
Your Dose of “Awww” for Today
Written on April 29, 2020 at 9:05 am, by Tim Dustrude
Kevin Holmes shares these photos of his new neighbors. In his words: “I have a momma fox with four babies living around the corner from my house. Though you might need your daily dose of “Awww”… Thanks for sharing Kevin!
Our Islands Together Posters
Written on April 22, 2020 at 7:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
Celebrate those in the islands working on the front lines of the COVID-19 response with these posters. Anyone in community who wants to print and hang one can feel free to do so. Click here or on the image above to see the posters available online and then click any one you like to download Continue Reading
Virtual Sewing Bee Stitches Beautiful Protection for San Juan Islanders
Written on April 21, 2020 at 2:13 pm, by Tim Dustrude
FRIDAY HARBOR, Wash., April 21, 2020 – It started with a simple request for support. In late March, Beth Williams-Gieger, director of administration at PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center, emailed Peggy Cregor, chair of the Peace Island Volunteers (PIVs) asking if they would be interested in sewing masks for medical providers at PeaceHealth Peace Island. Continue Reading
Even if we are closed due to the COVID virus—
Written on April 19, 2020 at 4:33 pm, by Tim Dustrude
You can visit the current San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA) even though we are closed. SJIMA set up this link so you could see a tour of the art of Deon Venter, Holly Ballard Martz and June Sekiguchi. SJIMA participated in last week’s Virtual Art Walk on Thursday, April 16. Enjoy the link Continue Reading
Thank You San Juan Island!
Written on April 19, 2020 at 8:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The pig at Brickworks says “Thank You” to San Juan Island for all of your exemplary self-distancing and your selfless response to this Covid-19 crisis. And please remember to wear your mask when out and about where you’re likely to be near others (but not nearer than 6 feet!) Photo by Kathleen Nelson.
Island Senior: What’s on the Bookshelf?
Written on April 16, 2020 at 9:27 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… On Monday the Mullis Center Book Club met for the first time using Zoom. This was also my first time using Zoom so I was happy to discover how easy it was. The Book Club is facilitated by San Continue Reading
HOT TOPIC #14: April 9th A Light-Hearted Look at Caring for your Introvert/Extrovert Significant Other While Staying Home
Written on April 10, 2020 at 9:19 am, by Tim Dustrude
COVID-19 updates from San Juan County around subjects on the minds of islanders Disclaimer: Authors Courtney and Nathan Kessler-Jeffrey are in no way relationship experts. They are not therapists. They have BEEN to a lot of therapy. (They find it’s an essential part of maintaining a healthy relationship. You’ll probably understand why when you finish Continue Reading
Best of the Fest Cancelled
Written on April 8, 2020 at 12:30 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Due to the closure of all but essential businesses the Friday Harbor Film Festival has cancelled the Best of the Fest series for the remainder of the year.
“Stay Home, See Art!”
Written on April 8, 2020 at 12:26 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Island Artists and Businesses Create a Virtual Art Walk for a night of art & beauty Dozens of artists and retail businesses on Lopez, Orcas and San Juan Island will use social media to virtually open their doors and studios on April 16th, 4:00-8:00pm Friday Harbor, Wash. … The first “Third Thursday” San Juan County Continue Reading
Take a Walk at the Sculpture Park!
Written on April 2, 2020 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
We’re all getting cabin fever these days, and going outside to explore our beautiful island can bring a smile to your face, and perhaps help bolster your immune system at the same time. Our sculpture park on Roche Harbor Road is a perfect place to take a walk. There are enough paths in the 20-acre Continue Reading
Alchemy Art Center Creates Opportunities for Creativity at Home
Written on April 2, 2020 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just because we can’t gather in person, doesn’t mean we can’t connect through art! In lieu of the in-person classes and workshops that had been planned for the spring, Alchemy Art Center is now introducing a series of free/donation art opportunities via live Zoom classes, as well as a community mural project, to provide islanders Continue Reading
A Message From Waterworks Gallery
Written on March 29, 2020 at 5:05 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
With all that is going on in the world, we pause and breathe deep. Our main concerns are for our artists, for our staff, and for you. The fragility of life is a constant reminder to us of the importance of appreciating the beauty that exists in this world and that our artists are dependent upon Continue Reading