Topic: Community
Community Long-Term Care Options Task Force
Written on December 15, 2018 at 4:21 pm, by Tim Dustrude
To address the crisis created by the closure of the Life Care Center of the San Juan Islands, the Community Long-Term Options Task Force was created. Immediate Need: We are asking for donations and looking for passionate people who have shared their concerns about the lack of long-term care options in our county and are Continue Reading
Holiday Extravaganza/ Festival of Lights.
Written on December 13, 2018 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Village at the Harbour, in conjunction with the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Unit 163 is pleased to announce our first annual Holiday Extravaganza/ Festival of Lights. This free event is to be held from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at The Village at the Harbour on Thursday, December 20th, 2018 and is open to all of the Continue Reading
Community Classes at SVC
Written on December 12, 2018 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Center of Skagit Valley College offers two life-long learning courses this winter. As the weather chases us indoors for January, February and March, sign up for a community class at the San Juan Center. Pass the winter days enjoying good books and engaging discussions and lectures at the San Juan Center of Continue Reading
SJI Community Foundation Awards Grants, Hosts Nonprofit Leaders
Written on December 8, 2018 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Community Foundation recently awarded grants totaling $20,546 to local nonprofits in their third and final grant cycle of the year. The Foundation awarded $4,648 from its Healthy Community Fund, while generous donors and the SJICF Women’s Fund contributed a combined $15,898. The following local projects were funded: The San Juan County Continue Reading
3rd Annual Old-Fashioned Christmas Market
Written on December 7, 2018 at 9:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Christmas Market will light up historic Brickworks again this year! The popular event features a holiday crafts market, island food vendors, local farm products, live music, libations, and activities for kids and grownups alike. The Old-Fashioned Christmas Market is produced by the San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild. Watch www.fhbrickworks.com for details. The San Juan Continue Reading
Opalco Seeks Candidates For Board Election
Written on December 7, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
OPALCO is seeking nominations for board candidates from Districts 3 (Lopez, Decatur, Center and Charles islands) and 4 (Shaw, Bell, Canoe and Crane islands). To nominate a candidate (including yourself), go to www.opalco.com/elections and use the nominations online portal to fill out the candidate application forms. Why run for an OPALCO Board Position? To participate Continue Reading
Friday Harbor Atelier
Written on December 6, 2018 at 8:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Local Artist, Debbie Daniels, recently took a large commercial space that became available in downtown Friday Harbor, and created a vibrant new space to serve the artistic interests of the community of Friday Harbor. The facility, including the private artists and their studios, will be open on the 1st Friday of each month, from 5-9 Continue Reading
Kitchen Sink Dinners
Written on December 5, 2018 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Announcing: Kitchen Sink Dinners – Feed the Island Cynthia’s Bistro is offering free take-away meals to anyone who needs a meal or wishes to have a home cooked meal. No questions asked, just free food. Stop by Cynthia’s this coming Thursday from 4:30 to 6:00 to pick up your meal. You may pick up 2 Continue Reading
Island Senior: Shop Local and Save on Holiday Shopping
Written on December 5, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the SJ Update, written by Peggy Sue McRae… I set out this week to do some initial holiday shopping. Thanksgiving is over and I’m ready to decorate. With my dog-eared Island a’ la’ Carte Coupon Book from the Mullis Center I saved 15% at Ace Hardware on a promising Continue Reading
Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting
Written on December 3, 2018 at 4:18 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting to be held Sunday, Dec. 9th, 2018 Oak Brook, IL – The Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting, which unites family and friends around the globe in lighting candles for one hour to honor the memories of the sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, and grandchildren who left too soon, is scheduled Continue Reading
Historic NOEL Sign
Written on December 3, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
This story was shared with the SJ Update by Jim Carroll… The old NOEL sign had its days… in wind, rain, heat, being blown over several times during rooftop storage and it was ready to be replaced, with a fancy new LED NOEL sign being considered, when a very wise suggestion was made by Town Continue Reading
‘Tis the Season
Written on December 1, 2018 at 6:55 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The season is upon us. A good crowd showed up for the Island Lights Festival and mother nature smiled upon all. No rain, lots of familiar Christmas songs and good holiday cheer.
Harbor Life Ring
Written on November 29, 2018 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The following is a message from the Town of Friday Harbor… Thank you for your ongoing support of the Harbor Life Ring utilities assistance program. A special line item appears on your monthly utility bill for this purpose. Since the program launched five years ago, your generous donations have afforded relief to dozens of individuals Continue Reading
Craft and Flea Market
Written on November 28, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Getting antsy about the Winter Flea & Craft Market at the Fairgrounds? Be sure to mark your calendars for December 1st and buzz over to the Fairgrounds this Saturday from 9am-1pm! The American Legion Auxiliary will have a booth serving breakfast and lunch from 8:30am to 1:00pm with proceeds going towards their scholarship fund, which Continue Reading
Annual Lime Kiln Holiday Open House
Written on November 28, 2018 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Come join the fun festivities out at Lime Kiln! Santa photos, treats, tours to the top of the lighthouse and a silent auction too! Sunday, December 9, 2018 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM Hosted by F.O.L.K.S. (Friends Of Lime Kiln Society)
Port Commission Meeting
Written on November 28, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Friday Harbor Port district will hold their regular Port Commission Meeting at 271 Front Street (in the Port meeting room, under San Juan Yacht Club), today – Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at 4:00 pm. Click here to see the Meeting Agenda (PDF)
Library Holiday Sale
Written on November 24, 2018 at 5:06 pm, by Tim Dustrude
On December 1st from 10:00 until 4:00 the Friends of the Library is sponsoring a Holiday Sale with all proceeds going to library programming. Included in the sale are interesting books, unusual gifts and great jewelry. Also the annual gift basket silent auction will occur. Baskets to bid on include: cat basket, dog basket, ‘beautiful you’ Continue Reading
Shahn Beats Last Year’s Record
Written on November 22, 2018 at 9:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Shopping Spree winner Shahn McGuire again ran for the 28th Annual San Juan Lions Club Shopping Spree on Tuesday. She filled shopping carts with $2007.22 worth of groceries in her 4 minute run and donated all of it to the Food Bank, (minus a couple of chocolate bars). 5 year old Lily Easley once again picked Continue Reading
Images from Zion
Written on November 21, 2018 at 9:03 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island photographer Bob Stavers shares some photos from his recent trip to Utah… I recently spent a week in Zion National Park with a wonderful photographer and teacher, Matt Suess. Here are a few images I am working on from that very productive trip. I hope you enjoy them. Just click here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/44888236@N00/albums/72157697726925890
Museum Thanks Town and Mayor
Written on November 20, 2018 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Board of Trustees and staff of the San Juan Historical Society and Museum would like to extend a sincere thank you to the Town of Friday Harbor Council and Mayor Farhad Ghatan for the new Historical Museum directional sign at the corner of Spring and Price Streets. Even though the museum has been located Continue Reading
Shopping Spree Winner to be Drawn Saturday
Written on November 17, 2018 at 10:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Story submitted by Jim Carroll, Chairman – San Juan Lions Annual Shopping Spree… You have seen the Giant Shopping Cart driving around town for the last 3 weeks and today (Saturday) is the day the winning raffle ticket will be drawn for the winner of the San Juan Lions Club 29th Annual Shopping Spree. The Continue Reading
Island Senior: Hygge Fridays and This Weekend’s Holiday Fair
Written on November 16, 2018 at 7:33 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… The Mullis Center Annual Holiday Artisan Craft Fair starts this Friday, November 16, from 4 – 7 pm and continues Saturday from 10 am – 4 pm. I’m participating this year, which means I have a lot of cards Continue Reading
Community Long-Term Care Options Task Force
Written on December 15, 2018 at 4:21 pm, by Tim Dustrude
To address the crisis created by the closure of the Life Care Center of the San Juan Islands, the Community Long-Term Options Task Force was created. Immediate Need: We are asking for donations and looking for passionate people who have shared their concerns about the lack of long-term care options in our county and are Continue Reading
Holiday Extravaganza/ Festival of Lights.
Written on December 13, 2018 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Village at the Harbour, in conjunction with the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Unit 163 is pleased to announce our first annual Holiday Extravaganza/ Festival of Lights. This free event is to be held from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at The Village at the Harbour on Thursday, December 20th, 2018 and is open to all of the Continue Reading
Community Classes at SVC
Written on December 12, 2018 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Center of Skagit Valley College offers two life-long learning courses this winter. As the weather chases us indoors for January, February and March, sign up for a community class at the San Juan Center. Pass the winter days enjoying good books and engaging discussions and lectures at the San Juan Center of Continue Reading
SJI Community Foundation Awards Grants, Hosts Nonprofit Leaders
Written on December 8, 2018 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Community Foundation recently awarded grants totaling $20,546 to local nonprofits in their third and final grant cycle of the year. The Foundation awarded $4,648 from its Healthy Community Fund, while generous donors and the SJICF Women’s Fund contributed a combined $15,898. The following local projects were funded: The San Juan County Continue Reading
3rd Annual Old-Fashioned Christmas Market
Written on December 7, 2018 at 9:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Christmas Market will light up historic Brickworks again this year! The popular event features a holiday crafts market, island food vendors, local farm products, live music, libations, and activities for kids and grownups alike. The Old-Fashioned Christmas Market is produced by the San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild. Watch www.fhbrickworks.com for details. The San Juan Continue Reading
Opalco Seeks Candidates For Board Election
Written on December 7, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
OPALCO is seeking nominations for board candidates from Districts 3 (Lopez, Decatur, Center and Charles islands) and 4 (Shaw, Bell, Canoe and Crane islands). To nominate a candidate (including yourself), go to www.opalco.com/elections and use the nominations online portal to fill out the candidate application forms. Why run for an OPALCO Board Position? To participate Continue Reading
Friday Harbor Atelier
Written on December 6, 2018 at 8:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Local Artist, Debbie Daniels, recently took a large commercial space that became available in downtown Friday Harbor, and created a vibrant new space to serve the artistic interests of the community of Friday Harbor. The facility, including the private artists and their studios, will be open on the 1st Friday of each month, from 5-9 Continue Reading
Kitchen Sink Dinners
Written on December 5, 2018 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Announcing: Kitchen Sink Dinners – Feed the Island Cynthia’s Bistro is offering free take-away meals to anyone who needs a meal or wishes to have a home cooked meal. No questions asked, just free food. Stop by Cynthia’s this coming Thursday from 4:30 to 6:00 to pick up your meal. You may pick up 2 Continue Reading
Island Senior: Shop Local and Save on Holiday Shopping
Written on December 5, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the SJ Update, written by Peggy Sue McRae… I set out this week to do some initial holiday shopping. Thanksgiving is over and I’m ready to decorate. With my dog-eared Island a’ la’ Carte Coupon Book from the Mullis Center I saved 15% at Ace Hardware on a promising Continue Reading
Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting
Written on December 3, 2018 at 4:18 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting to be held Sunday, Dec. 9th, 2018 Oak Brook, IL – The Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting, which unites family and friends around the globe in lighting candles for one hour to honor the memories of the sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, and grandchildren who left too soon, is scheduled Continue Reading
Historic NOEL Sign
Written on December 3, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
This story was shared with the SJ Update by Jim Carroll… The old NOEL sign had its days… in wind, rain, heat, being blown over several times during rooftop storage and it was ready to be replaced, with a fancy new LED NOEL sign being considered, when a very wise suggestion was made by Town Continue Reading
‘Tis the Season
Written on December 1, 2018 at 6:55 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The season is upon us. A good crowd showed up for the Island Lights Festival and mother nature smiled upon all. No rain, lots of familiar Christmas songs and good holiday cheer.
Harbor Life Ring
Written on November 29, 2018 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The following is a message from the Town of Friday Harbor… Thank you for your ongoing support of the Harbor Life Ring utilities assistance program. A special line item appears on your monthly utility bill for this purpose. Since the program launched five years ago, your generous donations have afforded relief to dozens of individuals Continue Reading
Craft and Flea Market
Written on November 28, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Getting antsy about the Winter Flea & Craft Market at the Fairgrounds? Be sure to mark your calendars for December 1st and buzz over to the Fairgrounds this Saturday from 9am-1pm! The American Legion Auxiliary will have a booth serving breakfast and lunch from 8:30am to 1:00pm with proceeds going towards their scholarship fund, which Continue Reading
Annual Lime Kiln Holiday Open House
Written on November 28, 2018 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Come join the fun festivities out at Lime Kiln! Santa photos, treats, tours to the top of the lighthouse and a silent auction too! Sunday, December 9, 2018 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM Hosted by F.O.L.K.S. (Friends Of Lime Kiln Society)
Port Commission Meeting
Written on November 28, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Friday Harbor Port district will hold their regular Port Commission Meeting at 271 Front Street (in the Port meeting room, under San Juan Yacht Club), today – Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at 4:00 pm. Click here to see the Meeting Agenda (PDF)
Library Holiday Sale
Written on November 24, 2018 at 5:06 pm, by Tim Dustrude
On December 1st from 10:00 until 4:00 the Friends of the Library is sponsoring a Holiday Sale with all proceeds going to library programming. Included in the sale are interesting books, unusual gifts and great jewelry. Also the annual gift basket silent auction will occur. Baskets to bid on include: cat basket, dog basket, ‘beautiful you’ Continue Reading
Shahn Beats Last Year’s Record
Written on November 22, 2018 at 9:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Shopping Spree winner Shahn McGuire again ran for the 28th Annual San Juan Lions Club Shopping Spree on Tuesday. She filled shopping carts with $2007.22 worth of groceries in her 4 minute run and donated all of it to the Food Bank, (minus a couple of chocolate bars). 5 year old Lily Easley once again picked Continue Reading
Images from Zion
Written on November 21, 2018 at 9:03 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island photographer Bob Stavers shares some photos from his recent trip to Utah… I recently spent a week in Zion National Park with a wonderful photographer and teacher, Matt Suess. Here are a few images I am working on from that very productive trip. I hope you enjoy them. Just click here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/44888236@N00/albums/72157697726925890
Museum Thanks Town and Mayor
Written on November 20, 2018 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Board of Trustees and staff of the San Juan Historical Society and Museum would like to extend a sincere thank you to the Town of Friday Harbor Council and Mayor Farhad Ghatan for the new Historical Museum directional sign at the corner of Spring and Price Streets. Even though the museum has been located Continue Reading
Shopping Spree Winner to be Drawn Saturday
Written on November 17, 2018 at 10:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Story submitted by Jim Carroll, Chairman – San Juan Lions Annual Shopping Spree… You have seen the Giant Shopping Cart driving around town for the last 3 weeks and today (Saturday) is the day the winning raffle ticket will be drawn for the winner of the San Juan Lions Club 29th Annual Shopping Spree. The Continue Reading
Island Senior: Hygge Fridays and This Weekend’s Holiday Fair
Written on November 16, 2018 at 7:33 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… The Mullis Center Annual Holiday Artisan Craft Fair starts this Friday, November 16, from 4 – 7 pm and continues Saturday from 10 am – 4 pm. I’m participating this year, which means I have a lot of cards Continue Reading