Topic: Community
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
Roche Harbor Trails area Honored as National Recreation Trail
Written on June 8, 2016 at 6:45 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Press Release – Tuesday, June 7, 2016 The Trails Committee of the San Juan Island Park and Recreation District is pleased to announce that the Roche Harbor Resort Trails are now designated the honor of being a National Recreation Trail. On June 3rd, Interior Secretary Sally Jewell and National Park Director Jonathon B. Jarvis announced that the Roche Harbor Continue Reading
Community Dinner and Student Exhibitions
Written on June 8, 2016 at 6:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
This is happening tonight at the high school. Community Dinner. Student Community Project Presentations. Jazz Band Performance. STEM Center Demo and Art Walkabout. Come and see what the students have been up to and enjoy some good food and music at the same time. On the menu: House-smoked Pulled Pork BBQ Chicken Legs Slow-cooked Baked Continue Reading
APS Volunteer of the Month
Written on June 8, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has announced Mike Halette has been named Volunteer of the Month. Mike is regular visitor to the shelter where he walks dogs, visits with cats and helps out with odd jobs around the facility. Mike can always be counted on to help out at events and fundraisers, too. Continue Reading
Ten Reasons Why
Written on June 7, 2016 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Town of Friday Harbor has a vacancy on the Historic Preservation Review Board and here are Ten Reasons Why you should serve: You love old buildings and local history. You live on San Juan Island (bonus points if you live in Friday Harbor)! You understand that preserving historic buildings is the original sustainable “green” building Continue Reading
Let the adventure begin!
Written on June 2, 2016 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s the Discover San Juan Island 2016 Kick-Off for National Get Outdoors Day Get ready to spend your summer on an island-wide exploration. Discover environmentally, culturally, and historically significant sites in your own backyard. The San Juan Island National Historical Park, San Juan County Land Bank, and San Juan Island Library are teaming up to bring you Continue Reading
Hotel de Haro
Written on June 1, 2016 at 5:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s this month’s history column from the San Juan Historical Society… This month’s peek into the past shows us a relatively rare interior photograph from about 1900. This scene shows two people relaxing in what is now the Sunset Suite of the Hotel de Haro at Roche Harbor, which is celebrating its 130th birthday this year. We Continue Reading
Christianity & Climate Change
Written on June 1, 2016 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Upcoming Event: Christianity & Climate Change – Pope Francis and the Call for Climate Action Islands Climate Resilience is pleased to host Jessie Dye of Earth Ministry and Washington Interfaith Power & Light to speak on the topic of creation care and climate change, Tuesday, June 7, 7 p.m., San Juan Island Grange, Friday Harbor. Continue Reading
Town Seeks Grant Proposals
Written on June 1, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Town seeks proposals for allocation of Lodging Tax grant funds to promote 2017 tourism The Town of Friday Harbor’s Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) is accepting applications for grants to fund tourism promotion. The promotions must be for events and activities specifically intended to promote tourism within the Town in 2017. Preference will be given Continue Reading
Painting Begins on The Whale Museum
Written on May 31, 2016 at 4:08 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s the latest news from the Whale Museum… The Whale Museum is open daily 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. even though there is a lot of construction & painting going on outside! Thanks to Stegman Painting and Select Structural LLC, work has begun on our historic building. First used as an Odd Fellows Hall, the Continue Reading
Dodie Gann Dog Walk Winners
Written on May 31, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Update Staff
While Saturday’s weather wasn’t ideal for walking dogs, several supporters of the animal shelter showed up to participate in the Third Annual Dodie Gann Dog Walk at the site of the future animal shelter on Cattle Point Road. Three grand prizes were awarded to those who raised the most money in sponsorships. Marilyn Corrie was Continue Reading
Hike Young Hill on National Trails Day
Written on May 29, 2016 at 10:44 am, by Update Staff
June 4th is National Trails Day, a Saturday to celebrate being outdoors on a trail. The American Hiking Society started this annual celebration to honor the many ways trails connect Americans to the land and to each other. Whether one is on foot, on a bicycle, on horseback, or in a kayak or canoe, June Continue Reading
San Juan County Parks Drone Policy In Effect
Written on May 29, 2016 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County has adopted an Unmanned Aircraft System (“drone”) policy for County parks and the fairgrounds. Beginning on February 2, 2016, the launching, landing, or operating of unmanned aircraft systems from or on all San Juan County Parks & Fairgrounds property is prohibited, unless authorized by special permit issued by the Parks & Fair 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
Roche Harbor Trails area Honored as National Recreation Trail
Written on June 8, 2016 at 6:45 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Press Release – Tuesday, June 7, 2016 The Trails Committee of the San Juan Island Park and Recreation District is pleased to announce that the Roche Harbor Resort Trails are now designated the honor of being a National Recreation Trail. On June 3rd, Interior Secretary Sally Jewell and National Park Director Jonathon B. Jarvis announced that the Roche Harbor Continue Reading
Community Dinner and Student Exhibitions
Written on June 8, 2016 at 6:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
This is happening tonight at the high school. Community Dinner. Student Community Project Presentations. Jazz Band Performance. STEM Center Demo and Art Walkabout. Come and see what the students have been up to and enjoy some good food and music at the same time. On the menu: House-smoked Pulled Pork BBQ Chicken Legs Slow-cooked Baked Continue Reading
APS Volunteer of the Month
Written on June 8, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor has announced Mike Halette has been named Volunteer of the Month. Mike is regular visitor to the shelter where he walks dogs, visits with cats and helps out with odd jobs around the facility. Mike can always be counted on to help out at events and fundraisers, too. Continue Reading
Ten Reasons Why
Written on June 7, 2016 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Town of Friday Harbor has a vacancy on the Historic Preservation Review Board and here are Ten Reasons Why you should serve: You love old buildings and local history. You live on San Juan Island (bonus points if you live in Friday Harbor)! You understand that preserving historic buildings is the original sustainable “green” building Continue Reading
Let the adventure begin!
Written on June 2, 2016 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s the Discover San Juan Island 2016 Kick-Off for National Get Outdoors Day Get ready to spend your summer on an island-wide exploration. Discover environmentally, culturally, and historically significant sites in your own backyard. The San Juan Island National Historical Park, San Juan County Land Bank, and San Juan Island Library are teaming up to bring you Continue Reading
Hotel de Haro
Written on June 1, 2016 at 5:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s this month’s history column from the San Juan Historical Society… This month’s peek into the past shows us a relatively rare interior photograph from about 1900. This scene shows two people relaxing in what is now the Sunset Suite of the Hotel de Haro at Roche Harbor, which is celebrating its 130th birthday this year. We Continue Reading
Christianity & Climate Change
Written on June 1, 2016 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Upcoming Event: Christianity & Climate Change – Pope Francis and the Call for Climate Action Islands Climate Resilience is pleased to host Jessie Dye of Earth Ministry and Washington Interfaith Power & Light to speak on the topic of creation care and climate change, Tuesday, June 7, 7 p.m., San Juan Island Grange, Friday Harbor. Continue Reading
Town Seeks Grant Proposals
Written on June 1, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Town seeks proposals for allocation of Lodging Tax grant funds to promote 2017 tourism The Town of Friday Harbor’s Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) is accepting applications for grants to fund tourism promotion. The promotions must be for events and activities specifically intended to promote tourism within the Town in 2017. Preference will be given Continue Reading
Painting Begins on The Whale Museum
Written on May 31, 2016 at 4:08 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s the latest news from the Whale Museum… The Whale Museum is open daily 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. even though there is a lot of construction & painting going on outside! Thanks to Stegman Painting and Select Structural LLC, work has begun on our historic building. First used as an Odd Fellows Hall, the Continue Reading
Dodie Gann Dog Walk Winners
Written on May 31, 2016 at 5:48 am, by Update Staff
While Saturday’s weather wasn’t ideal for walking dogs, several supporters of the animal shelter showed up to participate in the Third Annual Dodie Gann Dog Walk at the site of the future animal shelter on Cattle Point Road. Three grand prizes were awarded to those who raised the most money in sponsorships. Marilyn Corrie was Continue Reading
Hike Young Hill on National Trails Day
Written on May 29, 2016 at 10:44 am, by Update Staff
June 4th is National Trails Day, a Saturday to celebrate being outdoors on a trail. The American Hiking Society started this annual celebration to honor the many ways trails connect Americans to the land and to each other. Whether one is on foot, on a bicycle, on horseback, or in a kayak or canoe, June Continue Reading
San Juan County Parks Drone Policy In Effect
Written on May 29, 2016 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County has adopted an Unmanned Aircraft System (“drone”) policy for County parks and the fairgrounds. Beginning on February 2, 2016, the launching, landing, or operating of unmanned aircraft systems from or on all San Juan County Parks & Fairgrounds property is prohibited, unless authorized by special permit issued by the Parks & Fair Continue Reading