Topic: Arts
Marguerite
Written on September 5, 2016 at 9:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
Larry Soll closes out the Summer Film Series with this note and final movie… Fellow Film Buffs, Well all good things must come to an end and this will be the last Tuesday of our 2016 summer series. As announced last week, the Theatre has agreed to host the Summer Film Series again next year. Continue Reading
Get Your Painting Now!
Written on September 3, 2016 at 9:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Reminder – LAST WEEKEND for Plein Air Paintings Auction to Benefit Mount Grant Preserve Thanks to a group of generous and very talented local artists, 17 artworks—all inspired by rocks, trees, trails, and vistas they observed at Mount Grant Preserve—are up for auction. All proceeds from the auction will go to the Campaign for the Continue Reading
Wine Tasting and Art Auction
Written on September 2, 2016 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor will host a Wine Tasting and Art Auction, Friday September 16 at Brickworks from 5:30 to 8:30. The event will include a silent and live auction of donated and original artworks as well as the unveiling of five private label wines; featuring artist labels by San Juan Island Continue Reading
The Legacy of Numasta
Written on September 2, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Arctic Raven Gallery in Friday Harbor is pleased to honor the late Kwagiulth carver Sam “Numasta” Henderson with a presentation of work by some of his descendants. The artist reception begins at 6 p.m. on Saturday, September 17. The “Legacy of Numasta” will feature renowned artists including Mark Henderson, Tom Hunt, Patrick Hunt, Bert Continue Reading
Open Auditions for Salish Sea Ballet’s 2016 Nutcracker Tea Party
Written on September 2, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Salish Sea Ballet announces open auditions for the 2016 Nutcracker Tea Party. Auditions will be held at the Salish Sea Ballet studio (689 Airport Center, Friday Harbor) on Sunday, September 11th. Auditions are open to everyone age 3 and up as of 7/1/16. No dance experience is necessary! Audition Schedule: 2:00pm-2:30pm: Ages 3-6, (no experience Continue Reading
Staxx Brothers
Written on September 1, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Staxx Brothers are playing at the Rumor Mill this Friday and Saturday night. No cover. Just some groovy hard soul! Here’s what the Rumor Mill has to say… The Staxx Brothers are coming back this weekend. Yes it does mean we’ll have one of the most entertaining and dance-able bands since Sly & The Family Stone. Continue Reading
Call For Sculptures
Written on August 31, 2016 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Islands Sculpture Park has an open call (year round) for new works. The process is simple. Send us an email with a photo of an existing work that you offer for exhibition. Our jury will review and respond within 1 week. You need not include any biographical information. Our selections are made based Continue Reading
Summer Film Series
Written on August 29, 2016 at 5:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
Larry Soll shares this about the Summer Film Series at SJCT… Fellow Film Buffs, The home stretch, only two weeks left to our inaugural season. I am happy to report that the Theatre has agreed to host the Summer Film Series again next year. So please make a point of thanking Bobby Ryan, Mary Blevins, Continue Reading
Back To Ballet Event August 28
Written on August 26, 2016 at 5:39 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Salish Sea Ballet invites dancers of all ages, and their families, to attend our Back To Ballet Event on Sunday, August 28th from 2:00pm-6:00pm. Stop by to register for fall classes, enjoy refreshments, and take a free trial class! Meet the studio owner and faculty, and find out what makes our classes so popular among island dancers. Free Continue Reading
Flash Mob
Written on August 23, 2016 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
In case you missed the flash mob at this year’s fair, don’t despair. Debbi Fincher has you covered with this note and video of the event. Here she is with more on that… I thought I’d share with you the little video from this year’s Flash Mob at the Fair – DANCE 4 HEALTH by Continue Reading
Spill: A Book Launch and Author Reading
Written on August 23, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Griffin Bay Bookstore & The San Juan Island Library Present SPILL by Dave Anderson In Spill, author Dave Anderson imagines what might happen if a container ship grounds off Stuart Island, and a spill of bunker fuel rapidly spreads in the Salish Sea. If you’ve ever worried about such a disaster, then join Dave Anderson for a Continue Reading
Summer Film Series Returns
Written on August 22, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Larry Soll invites you back to the Summer Film Series which returns this week… Fellow Film Buffs, Well our summer break is over and the Film Series will resume this Tuesday with a screening of “The Wonders”. Single admissions are $8 and $5 for anyone under 25. I am pleased to report that our popcorn maven Continue Reading
Aladdin Starts Thursday
Written on August 17, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre’s summer musical theater camp finishes up this week with two spectacular evenings of Disney’s Aladdin Jr. THIS Thursday and Friday at 7:00 pm in the Whittier. Featuring some 38 island youth, ages 7-16, the musical is based on the iconic animated film and includes many of those favorite tunes you’ll be humming long Continue Reading
Last Week to See This Play
Written on August 16, 2016 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
This weekend is your last chance to see Romeo and Juliet by Island Stage Left. We hear that people are loving this show. Final performances are Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 8:00 pm out at 1062 Wold Road, Friday Harbor. Chairs are provided but you might want to bring a blanket and be sure to dress warmly. Free Continue Reading
Roseblade Studio
Written on July 15, 2016 at 10:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
Beginning July 16th Susan Williams’ Roseblade Studio will be open weekly Saturdays only 11:00 am to 3:00 pm thru September 10, 2016. The studio is located at 233 False Bay Drive. Susan’s eclectic art includes sculpture, painting and fiber art with a strong emphasis on rabbits! Beading and fabric embellishment enhance her sculptures which include hand Continue Reading
Fall Thriller Auditions July 24
Written on July 15, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Auditions are being held Sunday, July 24 for San Juan Community Theatre’s fall play that promises to ask Friday Harbor audiences: “Do you believe in ghosts?” Director Bobby Ryan will be casting the thriller, The Woman in Black, adapted by Stephen Mallatratt, from the book by Susan Hill. This play within a play highlights a Continue Reading
Marguerite
Written on September 5, 2016 at 9:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
Larry Soll closes out the Summer Film Series with this note and final movie… Fellow Film Buffs, Well all good things must come to an end and this will be the last Tuesday of our 2016 summer series. As announced last week, the Theatre has agreed to host the Summer Film Series again next year. Continue Reading
Get Your Painting Now!
Written on September 3, 2016 at 9:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Reminder – LAST WEEKEND for Plein Air Paintings Auction to Benefit Mount Grant Preserve Thanks to a group of generous and very talented local artists, 17 artworks—all inspired by rocks, trees, trails, and vistas they observed at Mount Grant Preserve—are up for auction. All proceeds from the auction will go to the Campaign for the Continue Reading
Wine Tasting and Art Auction
Written on September 2, 2016 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor will host a Wine Tasting and Art Auction, Friday September 16 at Brickworks from 5:30 to 8:30. The event will include a silent and live auction of donated and original artworks as well as the unveiling of five private label wines; featuring artist labels by San Juan Island Continue Reading
The Legacy of Numasta
Written on September 2, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Arctic Raven Gallery in Friday Harbor is pleased to honor the late Kwagiulth carver Sam “Numasta” Henderson with a presentation of work by some of his descendants. The artist reception begins at 6 p.m. on Saturday, September 17. The “Legacy of Numasta” will feature renowned artists including Mark Henderson, Tom Hunt, Patrick Hunt, Bert Continue Reading
Open Auditions for Salish Sea Ballet’s 2016 Nutcracker Tea Party
Written on September 2, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Salish Sea Ballet announces open auditions for the 2016 Nutcracker Tea Party. Auditions will be held at the Salish Sea Ballet studio (689 Airport Center, Friday Harbor) on Sunday, September 11th. Auditions are open to everyone age 3 and up as of 7/1/16. No dance experience is necessary! Audition Schedule: 2:00pm-2:30pm: Ages 3-6, (no experience Continue Reading
Staxx Brothers
Written on September 1, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Staxx Brothers are playing at the Rumor Mill this Friday and Saturday night. No cover. Just some groovy hard soul! Here’s what the Rumor Mill has to say… The Staxx Brothers are coming back this weekend. Yes it does mean we’ll have one of the most entertaining and dance-able bands since Sly & The Family Stone. Continue Reading
Call For Sculptures
Written on August 31, 2016 at 5:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Islands Sculpture Park has an open call (year round) for new works. The process is simple. Send us an email with a photo of an existing work that you offer for exhibition. Our jury will review and respond within 1 week. You need not include any biographical information. Our selections are made based Continue Reading
Summer Film Series
Written on August 29, 2016 at 5:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
Larry Soll shares this about the Summer Film Series at SJCT… Fellow Film Buffs, The home stretch, only two weeks left to our inaugural season. I am happy to report that the Theatre has agreed to host the Summer Film Series again next year. So please make a point of thanking Bobby Ryan, Mary Blevins, Continue Reading
Back To Ballet Event August 28
Written on August 26, 2016 at 5:39 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Salish Sea Ballet invites dancers of all ages, and their families, to attend our Back To Ballet Event on Sunday, August 28th from 2:00pm-6:00pm. Stop by to register for fall classes, enjoy refreshments, and take a free trial class! Meet the studio owner and faculty, and find out what makes our classes so popular among island dancers. Free Continue Reading
Flash Mob
Written on August 23, 2016 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
In case you missed the flash mob at this year’s fair, don’t despair. Debbi Fincher has you covered with this note and video of the event. Here she is with more on that… I thought I’d share with you the little video from this year’s Flash Mob at the Fair – DANCE 4 HEALTH by Continue Reading
Spill: A Book Launch and Author Reading
Written on August 23, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Griffin Bay Bookstore & The San Juan Island Library Present SPILL by Dave Anderson In Spill, author Dave Anderson imagines what might happen if a container ship grounds off Stuart Island, and a spill of bunker fuel rapidly spreads in the Salish Sea. If you’ve ever worried about such a disaster, then join Dave Anderson for a Continue Reading
Summer Film Series Returns
Written on August 22, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Larry Soll invites you back to the Summer Film Series which returns this week… Fellow Film Buffs, Well our summer break is over and the Film Series will resume this Tuesday with a screening of “The Wonders”. Single admissions are $8 and $5 for anyone under 25. I am pleased to report that our popcorn maven Continue Reading
Aladdin Starts Thursday
Written on August 17, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre’s summer musical theater camp finishes up this week with two spectacular evenings of Disney’s Aladdin Jr. THIS Thursday and Friday at 7:00 pm in the Whittier. Featuring some 38 island youth, ages 7-16, the musical is based on the iconic animated film and includes many of those favorite tunes you’ll be humming long Continue Reading
Last Week to See This Play
Written on August 16, 2016 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
This weekend is your last chance to see Romeo and Juliet by Island Stage Left. We hear that people are loving this show. Final performances are Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 8:00 pm out at 1062 Wold Road, Friday Harbor. Chairs are provided but you might want to bring a blanket and be sure to dress warmly. Free Continue Reading
Roseblade Studio
Written on July 15, 2016 at 10:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
Beginning July 16th Susan Williams’ Roseblade Studio will be open weekly Saturdays only 11:00 am to 3:00 pm thru September 10, 2016. The studio is located at 233 False Bay Drive. Susan’s eclectic art includes sculpture, painting and fiber art with a strong emphasis on rabbits! Beading and fabric embellishment enhance her sculptures which include hand Continue Reading
Fall Thriller Auditions July 24
Written on July 15, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Auditions are being held Sunday, July 24 for San Juan Community Theatre’s fall play that promises to ask Friday Harbor audiences: “Do you believe in ghosts?” Director Bobby Ryan will be casting the thriller, The Woman in Black, adapted by Stephen Mallatratt, from the book by Susan Hill. This play within a play highlights a Continue Reading