Topic: Arts
Music on the Lawn
Written on July 13, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Tonight, it’s the Crow Valley String Band and Brothers for Sale! – an inspiring family of four musicians: Rachel, Jim, Tashi and Kaj. Grounded in the family’s Celtic and Nordic roots, the Crow Valley String Band performs a remarkable variety of original and traditional tunes and songs from North America and the British Isles. This lively Continue Reading
A River of Migration to Open at SJIMA
Written on July 12, 2016 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Comparing his own journey from China to Canada, with that of the migration of the salmon, Canadian multi-media artist Gu Xiong will install “A River of Migration” in the San Juan Island Museum of Art’s Atrium Gallery. The community is invited to observe the installation which will take place August 1 – August 5. The Continue Reading
Birds of Chicago Land in Friday Harbor
Written on July 12, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
A talented duo touted as “two of the most compelling new voices on the Americana music scene” by the Chicago Sun Times, performs at San Juan Community Theatre on Wednesday, July 13 at 7:30 p.m. Allison Russell and JT Nero, who together make up Birds of Chicago, magically combine roots, gospel, folk and more with Continue Reading
Summer Film Series at SJCT
Written on July 10, 2016 at 8:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
Fellow Film Buffs, After last week’s “Amy”, the film series turns to a brighter side next Tuesday with the showing of “Heart of a Dog”. We hope to see all of you at the Community Theatre Tuesday at 7:30 pm – and bring a friend. If you haven’t already purchased one, punch cards are available Continue Reading
Opening Reception at WaterWorks
Written on July 10, 2016 at 8:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Amanda Richardson: Textile Wall Hangings – July 16 through August 3 The textile works of Amanda Richardson have earned accolades from clients worldwide. This show’s subject matter is inspired by the beautiful flowers and rocky cliffs from her home in Cornwall, UK. Additionally, it is infused with remembrances of the flowers from the San Juan Islands Continue Reading
Live at the Rumor Mill
Written on July 9, 2016 at 2:23 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Budapest West performs at the Rumor Mill, Saturday July 9th at 7:30pm. The band says: “We are happy to announce our return to Friday Harbor for another night of great food, excellent drinks, and our rockin’ ‘belly-dance-world-groove’. Join us at Rumor Mill in beautiful downtown Friday Harbor!” Since the release of their first critically acclaimed Continue Reading
2016 Fair Update
Written on July 8, 2016 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Fair is getting near, about 40 days away! Planning is well underway with vendors, entertainers, and exhibitors all excited to showcase at the Fairgrounds from August 17th through the 20th (Wednesday-Saturday). This year’s Fair theme is “Barn and Raised in the Islands” with beautiful poster art by the talented Jill Bliss of San Juan Island. Continue Reading
Trunk Show at Surina Business Park
Written on July 8, 2016 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Erin Heydenreich shares this invitation with you… Come shopping at Heather B Munro Yoga Studio in the Surina Business Park on Saturday, July 9th! We have tons of beautiful handcrafted items from Oaxaca, Mexico and Betina Roza Jewelry! Baskets, hammocks, clothing, textiles, bags, jewelry and more! This is also a great time to come check Continue Reading
The Actor’s Toolbox
Written on July 7, 2016 at 9:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
Spots are still available for The Actor’s Toolbox, a two-week Theatre Arts for Kids workshop led by Amanda Smith at San Juan Community Theatre. It starts Monday, July 11 with classes Monday through Friday from 3 to 5 pm at the Theatre. Youth ages 12 to 18 will discover the tools of the actor; namely Continue Reading
Cultural Access Washington
Written on July 7, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
You are invited to listen to a presentation by D. David Brown Interim Executive Director of Cultural Access Washington on July 8th. The meeting will be held from noon – 1:30 in the Legislative Hearing Room of the County Council Offices (55 Second Street across from the County Court House). The time has been picked Continue Reading
Music on the Lawn with the Henry James Band
Written on July 6, 2016 at 2:09 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The opening of the Music on the Lawn series begins tonight WEDNESDAY JULY 6 at 6:30 PM on the lawn at the Historical Museum, 405 Price Street. Brought to you by Island Rec! Come on out and support this wonderful event! Tonight it’s the Henry James Band – Old school and way cool. Blistering slide work Continue Reading
Night Music Thursday
Written on July 6, 2016 at 12:48 pm, by Tim Dustrude
One trio and two individual singer/songwriters make up the next Night Music concert at San Juan Community Theatre THIS Thursday, July 7 at 7:30 pm. Palace Guard’s unique sounds combine shades of Seattle musical backgrounds, Post-Post Grunge, with maybe a dash of 70s rock swagger. All singers and songwriters who also sprinkle in some Continue Reading
Drive-In at the Fairgrounds
Written on July 6, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Head on over to the Fairgrounds, this Friday July 8th for the final Drive-In of the season—Dirty Dancing! Spending the summer at a Catskills resort with her family, Frances “Baby” Houseman falls in love with the camp’s dance instructor, Johnny Castle. Parking is first come, first served and will start at 8:00 pm, taller vehicles and/or vehicles Continue Reading
Rene Bibaud of Ropeworks
Written on July 5, 2016 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
This Wednesday, July 6 at 1:30 PM, the San Juan Island Library Presents Rene Bibaud’s Ropeworks Show, held on the grounds of Friday Harbor Elementary School. Rene is a performance artist and former coach with the world-famous Cirque Du Soleil Troupe. She combines her skills as a professional rope jumper, educator, entertainer and athlete to create Continue Reading
SJCT Summer Film Series
Written on July 4, 2016 at 7:18 am, by Tim Dustrude
Well Fellow Film Buffs, The second week of our film series confirmed that there are a lot of people here who appreciate independent films. The audience of over 100 laughed out loud (LOL for your hipper folks) at “Meet the Patels”. We hope to see all of you at the Community Theatre this coming Tuesday Continue Reading
Parade Volunteers Wanted
Written on July 1, 2016 at 1:14 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Represent the Friday Harbor Film Festival in the 4th of July parade! Join the fun! There is room for riders in the FHFF truck, and we need walkers to pass out FHFF magnets and greet the crowd. How Do You Participate? Stop by the Friday Harbor Film Festival office, this Friday, Saturday, or Sunday (July Continue Reading
Music on the Lawn
Written on July 13, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Tonight, it’s the Crow Valley String Band and Brothers for Sale! – an inspiring family of four musicians: Rachel, Jim, Tashi and Kaj. Grounded in the family’s Celtic and Nordic roots, the Crow Valley String Band performs a remarkable variety of original and traditional tunes and songs from North America and the British Isles. This lively Continue Reading
A River of Migration to Open at SJIMA
Written on July 12, 2016 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Comparing his own journey from China to Canada, with that of the migration of the salmon, Canadian multi-media artist Gu Xiong will install “A River of Migration” in the San Juan Island Museum of Art’s Atrium Gallery. The community is invited to observe the installation which will take place August 1 – August 5. The Continue Reading
Birds of Chicago Land in Friday Harbor
Written on July 12, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
A talented duo touted as “two of the most compelling new voices on the Americana music scene” by the Chicago Sun Times, performs at San Juan Community Theatre on Wednesday, July 13 at 7:30 p.m. Allison Russell and JT Nero, who together make up Birds of Chicago, magically combine roots, gospel, folk and more with Continue Reading
Summer Film Series at SJCT
Written on July 10, 2016 at 8:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
Fellow Film Buffs, After last week’s “Amy”, the film series turns to a brighter side next Tuesday with the showing of “Heart of a Dog”. We hope to see all of you at the Community Theatre Tuesday at 7:30 pm – and bring a friend. If you haven’t already purchased one, punch cards are available Continue Reading
Opening Reception at WaterWorks
Written on July 10, 2016 at 8:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Amanda Richardson: Textile Wall Hangings – July 16 through August 3 The textile works of Amanda Richardson have earned accolades from clients worldwide. This show’s subject matter is inspired by the beautiful flowers and rocky cliffs from her home in Cornwall, UK. Additionally, it is infused with remembrances of the flowers from the San Juan Islands Continue Reading
Live at the Rumor Mill
Written on July 9, 2016 at 2:23 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Budapest West performs at the Rumor Mill, Saturday July 9th at 7:30pm. The band says: “We are happy to announce our return to Friday Harbor for another night of great food, excellent drinks, and our rockin’ ‘belly-dance-world-groove’. Join us at Rumor Mill in beautiful downtown Friday Harbor!” Since the release of their first critically acclaimed Continue Reading
2016 Fair Update
Written on July 8, 2016 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Fair is getting near, about 40 days away! Planning is well underway with vendors, entertainers, and exhibitors all excited to showcase at the Fairgrounds from August 17th through the 20th (Wednesday-Saturday). This year’s Fair theme is “Barn and Raised in the Islands” with beautiful poster art by the talented Jill Bliss of San Juan Island. Continue Reading
Trunk Show at Surina Business Park
Written on July 8, 2016 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Erin Heydenreich shares this invitation with you… Come shopping at Heather B Munro Yoga Studio in the Surina Business Park on Saturday, July 9th! We have tons of beautiful handcrafted items from Oaxaca, Mexico and Betina Roza Jewelry! Baskets, hammocks, clothing, textiles, bags, jewelry and more! This is also a great time to come check Continue Reading
The Actor’s Toolbox
Written on July 7, 2016 at 9:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
Spots are still available for The Actor’s Toolbox, a two-week Theatre Arts for Kids workshop led by Amanda Smith at San Juan Community Theatre. It starts Monday, July 11 with classes Monday through Friday from 3 to 5 pm at the Theatre. Youth ages 12 to 18 will discover the tools of the actor; namely Continue Reading
Cultural Access Washington
Written on July 7, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
You are invited to listen to a presentation by D. David Brown Interim Executive Director of Cultural Access Washington on July 8th. The meeting will be held from noon – 1:30 in the Legislative Hearing Room of the County Council Offices (55 Second Street across from the County Court House). The time has been picked Continue Reading
Music on the Lawn with the Henry James Band
Written on July 6, 2016 at 2:09 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The opening of the Music on the Lawn series begins tonight WEDNESDAY JULY 6 at 6:30 PM on the lawn at the Historical Museum, 405 Price Street. Brought to you by Island Rec! Come on out and support this wonderful event! Tonight it’s the Henry James Band – Old school and way cool. Blistering slide work Continue Reading
Night Music Thursday
Written on July 6, 2016 at 12:48 pm, by Tim Dustrude
One trio and two individual singer/songwriters make up the next Night Music concert at San Juan Community Theatre THIS Thursday, July 7 at 7:30 pm. Palace Guard’s unique sounds combine shades of Seattle musical backgrounds, Post-Post Grunge, with maybe a dash of 70s rock swagger. All singers and songwriters who also sprinkle in some Continue Reading
Drive-In at the Fairgrounds
Written on July 6, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Head on over to the Fairgrounds, this Friday July 8th for the final Drive-In of the season—Dirty Dancing! Spending the summer at a Catskills resort with her family, Frances “Baby” Houseman falls in love with the camp’s dance instructor, Johnny Castle. Parking is first come, first served and will start at 8:00 pm, taller vehicles and/or vehicles Continue Reading
Rene Bibaud of Ropeworks
Written on July 5, 2016 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
This Wednesday, July 6 at 1:30 PM, the San Juan Island Library Presents Rene Bibaud’s Ropeworks Show, held on the grounds of Friday Harbor Elementary School. Rene is a performance artist and former coach with the world-famous Cirque Du Soleil Troupe. She combines her skills as a professional rope jumper, educator, entertainer and athlete to create Continue Reading
SJCT Summer Film Series
Written on July 4, 2016 at 7:18 am, by Tim Dustrude
Well Fellow Film Buffs, The second week of our film series confirmed that there are a lot of people here who appreciate independent films. The audience of over 100 laughed out loud (LOL for your hipper folks) at “Meet the Patels”. We hope to see all of you at the Community Theatre this coming Tuesday Continue Reading
Parade Volunteers Wanted
Written on July 1, 2016 at 1:14 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Represent the Friday Harbor Film Festival in the 4th of July parade! Join the fun! There is room for riders in the FHFF truck, and we need walkers to pass out FHFF magnets and greet the crowd. How Do You Participate? Stop by the Friday Harbor Film Festival office, this Friday, Saturday, or Sunday (July Continue Reading