Topic: Community
Wildfire at Shark Reef Sanctuary, Lopez Island
Written on June 22, 2016 at 4:54 pm, by Tim Dustrude
SJ County Parks share this notice about the recent fire on Lopez… Luck was on our side the morning of June 20th, the start of the Summer Solstice 2016, as an illegal campfire at Shark Reef Sanctuary spread beyond its loose rock ring. Luck in that a citizen across San Juan Channel spotted the smoke Continue Reading
Marilyn O’Connor to Retire
Written on June 20, 2016 at 11:12 am, by Tim Dustrude
Edit: This story has been updated to include the invitation in the last paragraph… Marilyn O’Connor will retire on June 30 from the Port of Friday Harbor. She has been with the Port for 31 years. Since November 2007 she has served as Executive Director. Before then, she held the positions of Port Auditor and Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on June 20, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Pleasure to make your acquaintance. I am Jack and I would like to apply to be your next family member. I’m handsome, as you can see and I have a great personality. I have just two requests for my new family: 1) Never photograph me with anything on my head without my express permission and Continue Reading
Island Writers at the Fair!
Written on June 18, 2016 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Calling All Island Writers for the San Juan County Fair! Do you enjoy writing poetry, short fiction, or creative nonfiction? How about writing for children, or writing about the Fair theme? Writers of all ages are welcome to submit original, unpublished works. While the limit of entries is 4 entries per person, your imagination is Continue Reading
Dems HQ Grand Opening
Written on June 18, 2016 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just a reminder, the Grand opening of “Democracy Corner,” the San Juan County Democrats 2016 election headquarters in Friday Harbor, will be on Tuesday, June 21st from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Everyone is invited to join State Representative Kris Lytton, State Senator Kevin Ranker and local party leaders and volunteers to kick off the Continue Reading
Port of Friday Harbor Welcomes New Port Director
Written on June 17, 2016 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Port of Friday Harbor Commission is pleased to announce Ted Fitzgerald of Brookings Oregon as the new Executive Director at the Port of Friday Harbor beginning July 1. After evaluation of more than 30 applications from around the country, Ted was chosen as the most qualified candidate to lead the Port of Friday Harbor. Continue Reading
Submarine Cable Project Update
Written on June 17, 2016 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Work continues to prepare for the 2017 cable replacement The Lopez to San Juan Island submarine cable replacement project is progressing with work at Otis Perkins Park on Lopez this month. Conduit was laid from the vault at the Park to the nearby submarine cable terminal. The land portion of the new submarine cable will Continue Reading
The Market Bucks Program
Written on June 17, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Funders Promote Locally Grown Food for WIC and Senior Farmers Programs San Juan County Health and Community Services has partnered with Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor, Orcas Island Community Foundation, the Lopez Locavores, and the Honeywell Foundation, to offer Market Bucks at Farmers Markets on Orcas, Lopez, and San Juan Islands. The Market Bucks Program Continue Reading
Seahawks Mascot and Drumline to Appear in FH Parade
Written on June 17, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Seattle Seahawk Mascot Blitz And Blue Thunder Drumline Join 2016 Independence Day Parade The San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce, sponsor of the nationally recognized Friday Harbor Independence Day Parade, is proud to announce the return of ever popular Seattle Seahawk mascot Blitz for the 2016 event. This year Blitz will be joined by the Continue Reading
Who’s the Mystery Artist?
Written on June 16, 2016 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Can you help? The Friday Harbor Arts Commission is working on preparing a catalog of all the public art in Town, both art owned by the Town and art that is privately owned but in the public way. There is a mural on the left side wall of Friday Harbor Drug, between the two sections of Continue Reading
Chamber Chat
Written on June 16, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s time once again for our monthly Chamber Chat column, written by Lauren Cohen, Co-Owner of San Juan Canvas & Chamber Board President… Here comes summer and with the season come the visitors. The summer season is a really fun and energetic time on our island. It is a time to show off all that Continue Reading
PAL Delivered $45K; Energy Assist Funding Still Available
Written on June 16, 2016 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Monthly Bill Credit for Low Income Households OPALCO’s Project PAL provided grants to 255 co-op member households during the 2015-2016 heating season for a total of $44,913 awarded. An independent committee of co-op members distributes the awards with a priority to serve seniors and members with disabilities. Project PAL is funded through voluntary donations made Continue Reading
Beginner Swim Lessons
Written on June 15, 2016 at 4:57 pm, by Tim Dustrude
In the Update mailbag today we find a note from Amy Wynn at SJI Fitness… I am so excited to be teaching beginner swim lessons this summer with Susan Williamson at San Juan Fitness. We’ve designed a program for beginners of 5 half-hour lessons, Monday through Friday. We’ve noticed in the past how quickly children progress when they have Continue Reading
FREE Drop-In Soccer Clinics June 18
Written on June 14, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island youth get the chance to work on their soccer skills during free drop-in clinics on Saturday, June 18 at the Friday Harbor Elementary School fields. Families and Neighbors Support Island Rec (FANS) and Challenger Sports are sponsoring the clinics, aimed at children ages three to 12. Coaches from the British Soccer Camp program will Continue Reading
Movers Wanted
Written on June 13, 2016 at 5:19 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just got a note from Bill and Rita Ament. Looks like they found a place. Bill says… We are moving. We need 4 strong and reliable men. If you have a truck, it’s a big plus. We desire to start moving on Monday, June 20th and the rest of the week. We have rented a Continue Reading
Democrats Open 2016 Election Headquarters
Written on June 12, 2016 at 9:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Grand opening of “Democracy Corner,” the San Juan County Democrats 2016 election headquarters in Friday Harbor, will be on Tuesday, June 21st from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Everyone is invited to join State Representative Kris Lytton, State Senator Kevin Ranker and local party leaders and volunteers to kick off the election season at Continue Reading
Help out Purple & Gold
Written on June 11, 2016 at 12:00 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Just a reminder – you can still volunteer to help with the SJ Fitness / Lakedale / King’s Market Triathlon and Marathon this year and help out Purple and Gold at the same time! Every year, Purple and Gold receives a stipend from SJ Fitness for coordinating volunteers for these events. Purple and Gold, a Continue Reading
Annual Hazardous Waste RoundUp
Written on June 11, 2016 at 10:22 am, by Tim Dustrude
What? The hazardous waste roundup collection event is our once-yearly opportunity to legally and responsibly dispose of poisonous, flammable, corrosive or other hazardous chemicals. Why? Proper disposal protects your health and the health of the workers that handle your waste. Proper disposal also keeps chemicals out of our drinking water and out of the environment. Continue Reading
Photos from the Studio Tour
Written on June 10, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Local photographer Aaron Shepard got some nice photos from last weekend’s San Juan Island Artists Studio Tour and put them up on his blog, An Islander’s Eye. Check it out – he also has photos from this year’s Children’s Festival and the Hill of Thrills Soapbox Derby.
A Letter About the EMS Levy
Written on June 10, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
This letter was submitted by the “Vote Yes for SJI EMS 2016” Levy Committee… In August 2016, voters will be asked to vote on a replacement levy for San Juan Island Emergency Medical Services (SJIEMS). This measure supports SJIEMS – NOT hospital services at Peace Island Medical Center. The current levy expires on December 31, Continue Reading
Wanted: Sailing Instructor
Written on June 9, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
On the hunt for a sailing instructor… Island Rec is still on the lookout for a head sailing instructor…. With classes beginning July 5th, we are starting to feel the pinch. Our sailing classes, which take place at Percich Pond and Jackson Beach, have been happening in partnership with the San Juan Island Sailing Foundation Continue Reading
Orca Sing 2016
Written on June 9, 2016 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Orca Sing 2016, June 25 at Lime Kiln Point State Park, 7 p.m. Orca Sing is an annual event where people gather for an evening of music at Lime Kiln Point State Park to honor the Southern Resident orcas. This year’s event is the 17th annual and will take place on Saturday, June 25, beginning at Continue Reading
Wildfire at Shark Reef Sanctuary, Lopez Island
Written on June 22, 2016 at 4:54 pm, by Tim Dustrude
SJ County Parks share this notice about the recent fire on Lopez… Luck was on our side the morning of June 20th, the start of the Summer Solstice 2016, as an illegal campfire at Shark Reef Sanctuary spread beyond its loose rock ring. Luck in that a citizen across San Juan Channel spotted the smoke Continue Reading
Marilyn O’Connor to Retire
Written on June 20, 2016 at 11:12 am, by Tim Dustrude
Edit: This story has been updated to include the invitation in the last paragraph… Marilyn O’Connor will retire on June 30 from the Port of Friday Harbor. She has been with the Port for 31 years. Since November 2007 she has served as Executive Director. Before then, she held the positions of Port Auditor and Continue Reading
Pet of the Week
Written on June 20, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Pleasure to make your acquaintance. I am Jack and I would like to apply to be your next family member. I’m handsome, as you can see and I have a great personality. I have just two requests for my new family: 1) Never photograph me with anything on my head without my express permission and Continue Reading
Island Writers at the Fair!
Written on June 18, 2016 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Calling All Island Writers for the San Juan County Fair! Do you enjoy writing poetry, short fiction, or creative nonfiction? How about writing for children, or writing about the Fair theme? Writers of all ages are welcome to submit original, unpublished works. While the limit of entries is 4 entries per person, your imagination is Continue Reading
Dems HQ Grand Opening
Written on June 18, 2016 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just a reminder, the Grand opening of “Democracy Corner,” the San Juan County Democrats 2016 election headquarters in Friday Harbor, will be on Tuesday, June 21st from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Everyone is invited to join State Representative Kris Lytton, State Senator Kevin Ranker and local party leaders and volunteers to kick off the Continue Reading
Port of Friday Harbor Welcomes New Port Director
Written on June 17, 2016 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Port of Friday Harbor Commission is pleased to announce Ted Fitzgerald of Brookings Oregon as the new Executive Director at the Port of Friday Harbor beginning July 1. After evaluation of more than 30 applications from around the country, Ted was chosen as the most qualified candidate to lead the Port of Friday Harbor. Continue Reading
Submarine Cable Project Update
Written on June 17, 2016 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Work continues to prepare for the 2017 cable replacement The Lopez to San Juan Island submarine cable replacement project is progressing with work at Otis Perkins Park on Lopez this month. Conduit was laid from the vault at the Park to the nearby submarine cable terminal. The land portion of the new submarine cable will Continue Reading
The Market Bucks Program
Written on June 17, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Funders Promote Locally Grown Food for WIC and Senior Farmers Programs San Juan County Health and Community Services has partnered with Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor, Orcas Island Community Foundation, the Lopez Locavores, and the Honeywell Foundation, to offer Market Bucks at Farmers Markets on Orcas, Lopez, and San Juan Islands. The Market Bucks Program Continue Reading
Seahawks Mascot and Drumline to Appear in FH Parade
Written on June 17, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Seattle Seahawk Mascot Blitz And Blue Thunder Drumline Join 2016 Independence Day Parade The San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce, sponsor of the nationally recognized Friday Harbor Independence Day Parade, is proud to announce the return of ever popular Seattle Seahawk mascot Blitz for the 2016 event. This year Blitz will be joined by the Continue Reading
Who’s the Mystery Artist?
Written on June 16, 2016 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
Can you help? The Friday Harbor Arts Commission is working on preparing a catalog of all the public art in Town, both art owned by the Town and art that is privately owned but in the public way. There is a mural on the left side wall of Friday Harbor Drug, between the two sections of Continue Reading
Chamber Chat
Written on June 16, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s time once again for our monthly Chamber Chat column, written by Lauren Cohen, Co-Owner of San Juan Canvas & Chamber Board President… Here comes summer and with the season come the visitors. The summer season is a really fun and energetic time on our island. It is a time to show off all that Continue Reading
PAL Delivered $45K; Energy Assist Funding Still Available
Written on June 16, 2016 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Monthly Bill Credit for Low Income Households OPALCO’s Project PAL provided grants to 255 co-op member households during the 2015-2016 heating season for a total of $44,913 awarded. An independent committee of co-op members distributes the awards with a priority to serve seniors and members with disabilities. Project PAL is funded through voluntary donations made Continue Reading
Beginner Swim Lessons
Written on June 15, 2016 at 4:57 pm, by Tim Dustrude
In the Update mailbag today we find a note from Amy Wynn at SJI Fitness… I am so excited to be teaching beginner swim lessons this summer with Susan Williamson at San Juan Fitness. We’ve designed a program for beginners of 5 half-hour lessons, Monday through Friday. We’ve noticed in the past how quickly children progress when they have Continue Reading
FREE Drop-In Soccer Clinics June 18
Written on June 14, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Island youth get the chance to work on their soccer skills during free drop-in clinics on Saturday, June 18 at the Friday Harbor Elementary School fields. Families and Neighbors Support Island Rec (FANS) and Challenger Sports are sponsoring the clinics, aimed at children ages three to 12. Coaches from the British Soccer Camp program will Continue Reading
Movers Wanted
Written on June 13, 2016 at 5:19 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just got a note from Bill and Rita Ament. Looks like they found a place. Bill says… We are moving. We need 4 strong and reliable men. If you have a truck, it’s a big plus. We desire to start moving on Monday, June 20th and the rest of the week. We have rented a Continue Reading
Democrats Open 2016 Election Headquarters
Written on June 12, 2016 at 9:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Grand opening of “Democracy Corner,” the San Juan County Democrats 2016 election headquarters in Friday Harbor, will be on Tuesday, June 21st from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Everyone is invited to join State Representative Kris Lytton, State Senator Kevin Ranker and local party leaders and volunteers to kick off the election season at Continue Reading
Help out Purple & Gold
Written on June 11, 2016 at 12:00 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Just a reminder – you can still volunteer to help with the SJ Fitness / Lakedale / King’s Market Triathlon and Marathon this year and help out Purple and Gold at the same time! Every year, Purple and Gold receives a stipend from SJ Fitness for coordinating volunteers for these events. Purple and Gold, a Continue Reading
Annual Hazardous Waste RoundUp
Written on June 11, 2016 at 10:22 am, by Tim Dustrude
What? The hazardous waste roundup collection event is our once-yearly opportunity to legally and responsibly dispose of poisonous, flammable, corrosive or other hazardous chemicals. Why? Proper disposal protects your health and the health of the workers that handle your waste. Proper disposal also keeps chemicals out of our drinking water and out of the environment. Continue Reading
Photos from the Studio Tour
Written on June 10, 2016 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Local photographer Aaron Shepard got some nice photos from last weekend’s San Juan Island Artists Studio Tour and put them up on his blog, An Islander’s Eye. Check it out – he also has photos from this year’s Children’s Festival and the Hill of Thrills Soapbox Derby.
A Letter About the EMS Levy
Written on June 10, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
This letter was submitted by the “Vote Yes for SJI EMS 2016” Levy Committee… In August 2016, voters will be asked to vote on a replacement levy for San Juan Island Emergency Medical Services (SJIEMS). This measure supports SJIEMS – NOT hospital services at Peace Island Medical Center. The current levy expires on December 31, Continue Reading
Wanted: Sailing Instructor
Written on June 9, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
On the hunt for a sailing instructor… Island Rec is still on the lookout for a head sailing instructor…. With classes beginning July 5th, we are starting to feel the pinch. Our sailing classes, which take place at Percich Pond and Jackson Beach, have been happening in partnership with the San Juan Island Sailing Foundation Continue Reading
Orca Sing 2016
Written on June 9, 2016 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Orca Sing 2016, June 25 at Lime Kiln Point State Park, 7 p.m. Orca Sing is an annual event where people gather for an evening of music at Lime Kiln Point State Park to honor the Southern Resident orcas. This year’s event is the 17th annual and will take place on Saturday, June 25, beginning at Continue Reading