Topic: Health & Wellness
In Support of Pull Together
Written on May 24, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Liza Michaelson writes to ask for your support… Family and Friends, Do you LOVE the San Juan Islands? Do you LOVE our pristine beaches and fresh seafood? Do you LOVE the Orca whales who call this region home? Next week, with 3 other hearty folks from San Juan Island, I will be joining a group Continue Reading
Fundraising for CO Detectors
Written on May 24, 2017 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Citizens Raise $22,300.00 for CO Detectors and Numbers Still Rising After the tragic and untimely deaths of Kelli Ashcraft and Troy Sullivan a Go Fund Me account was set up in memoriam of Kelli, by her family, to provide the community with free carbon monoxide detectors. Since then, the Go Fund Me has been transferred Continue Reading
Exceptional Water Quality
Written on May 23, 2017 at 5:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
County shellfish harvesting areas show exceptional water quality An annual evaluation of water quality found that all eight commercial harvesting areas in San Juan County showed exceptional water quality, resulting in no County closures. In contrast, statewide this year, six of the 105 commercial harvesting areas were closed and 16 additional areas were listed as Continue Reading
Harbor Life Ring Program Raises Funds for Hospice of San Juan
Written on May 19, 2017 at 10:02 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Town would like to thank all of the residents who donated to the Harbor Life Ring Program for the month of April. Your generous donations of $1,550 and the Town’s contribution of $1,000 was presented to Hospice San Juan during Thursday’s Town Council meeting. “We are thrilled to be able to make this donation,” Continue Reading
Bike Everywhere Day
Written on May 18, 2017 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
This Friday, May 19, is Bike Everywhere Day. Yes, you read that right; the best biking holiday in the state of Washington is right around the corner. There will be celebrations all across our great state, and the Cascade Bicycle Club wants you to join in. Bike Everywhere Day is the culmination of all of Continue Reading
Participate in “Natural Hazard Mitigation” Planning
Written on May 8, 2017 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County/Friday Harbor Department of Emergency Management (DEM) is currently developing a “Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan”. DEM is seeking input from members of the island community about potential ways to reduce the risk of injuries and damage from natural hazards. One example of a mitigation activity is a wildland fuels reduction project to Continue Reading
AmeriCorps VISTA project coming to the San Juan Islands
Written on May 8, 2017 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
This summer the San Juan County Health & Community Services Department in collaboration with the Family Resource Centers on Lopez, Orcas, and the San Juan Islands and the Opportunity Council will launch a three-year AmeriCorps VISTA poverty alleviation project specifically aimed at increasing economic opportunities for Island residents through housing and financial stability efforts. The Continue Reading
Tour de Family Friday Harbor
Written on May 6, 2017 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County Health and Community Services and Island Rec are hosting a FREE family bike ride, Tour de Family Friday Harbor, on Friday, May 12th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the John O. Linde Community Park. Three loop rides are planned: One for scooter or trike bikers A 1-mile first biker’s loop including Continue Reading
Youth Summer Programs
Written on May 5, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Studio and Island Rec are excited to announce an expansion in their partnership by offering 2 new youth summer programs. In June, The Studio will lead a fun and athletic cheerleading camp for girls, grades 4-7. Campers will learn fundamental cheerleading skills, cheers and chants, basic stunts, a spirit dance and, most importantly, teamwork! Continue Reading
Town and its utility customers contribute $2550 to Hospice of San Juan
Written on May 5, 2017 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
A fundraising effort by the Town of Friday Harbor and its customers resulted in a $2550 donation to Hospice of San Juan. Town utility customers were encouraged to support this local charity through the Town’s Harbor Life Ring program which collects charitable donations included with customer’s utility payments. Hospice of San Juan received all donations Continue Reading
Learn How to Make Biochar
Written on May 4, 2017 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Biochar, a charcoal made from woody biomass that stores carbon and improves soil, is an emerging option for forest owners to generate income and remove excess wood from densely stocked forests. Biochar can increase agricultural productivity, improve soil fertility, and help mitigate climate change. This workshop will take you through the steps to turn low-value Continue Reading
Kelli Marie Ashcraft
Written on May 3, 2017 at 11:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Kelli Ashcraft’s graveside service will be this coming Sunday at Valley Cemetery at 11:00 am with a celebration of her life following at Brickworks at 12:30 pm. Kelli died from accidental carbon monoxide poisoning. In her memory, Kelli’s family is running a campaign to make the island a safer place for all residents – They Continue Reading
There is a new Tai Chi class in town!
Written on May 3, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Did you know that Tai Chi is not just a slow exercise, it is a powerful full-body workout? Wonderful for all ages, Tai Chi will challenge anyone of any age to develop balance, speed, reflexes, vision and strength. Taught the authentic way, no frills, no fannying around. This Tai Chi class is the real deal Continue Reading
Island Senior: The Memory Cafe
Written on May 1, 2017 at 10:43 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is written by Peggy Sue McRae… Last week I stopped by the Village at the Harbour to participate in a Memory Café. Memory Cafe programs originated in England about 15 years ago and have since become popular throughout Europe and the United States. The goal of the Memory Café is to provide a Continue Reading
Good Steward Awards
Written on April 29, 2017 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
The envelope, please! Yes, the time has come to hand out the much-anticipated Finnies, and what better time than Earth Day to award those who have been Good Stewards to our Islands community? There were so many good nominations it was hard to choose, but the 2017 Finnie Award recipients are Sharon Massey, Midnight’s Farm, Continue Reading
Early Childfind
Written on April 28, 2017 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Do you have a child who may need special help in speech, motor skills or other developmental areas? San Juan Health and Community Services provides FREE screening and evaluation for children aged birth to three years if you have any concerns about their growth and development. Please call 360-378-4474 to schedule an appointment. San Juan Island Continue Reading
In Support of Pull Together
Written on May 24, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Liza Michaelson writes to ask for your support… Family and Friends, Do you LOVE the San Juan Islands? Do you LOVE our pristine beaches and fresh seafood? Do you LOVE the Orca whales who call this region home? Next week, with 3 other hearty folks from San Juan Island, I will be joining a group Continue Reading
Fundraising for CO Detectors
Written on May 24, 2017 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Citizens Raise $22,300.00 for CO Detectors and Numbers Still Rising After the tragic and untimely deaths of Kelli Ashcraft and Troy Sullivan a Go Fund Me account was set up in memoriam of Kelli, by her family, to provide the community with free carbon monoxide detectors. Since then, the Go Fund Me has been transferred Continue Reading
Exceptional Water Quality
Written on May 23, 2017 at 5:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
County shellfish harvesting areas show exceptional water quality An annual evaluation of water quality found that all eight commercial harvesting areas in San Juan County showed exceptional water quality, resulting in no County closures. In contrast, statewide this year, six of the 105 commercial harvesting areas were closed and 16 additional areas were listed as Continue Reading
Harbor Life Ring Program Raises Funds for Hospice of San Juan
Written on May 19, 2017 at 10:02 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Town would like to thank all of the residents who donated to the Harbor Life Ring Program for the month of April. Your generous donations of $1,550 and the Town’s contribution of $1,000 was presented to Hospice San Juan during Thursday’s Town Council meeting. “We are thrilled to be able to make this donation,” Continue Reading
Bike Everywhere Day
Written on May 18, 2017 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
This Friday, May 19, is Bike Everywhere Day. Yes, you read that right; the best biking holiday in the state of Washington is right around the corner. There will be celebrations all across our great state, and the Cascade Bicycle Club wants you to join in. Bike Everywhere Day is the culmination of all of Continue Reading
Participate in “Natural Hazard Mitigation” Planning
Written on May 8, 2017 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County/Friday Harbor Department of Emergency Management (DEM) is currently developing a “Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan”. DEM is seeking input from members of the island community about potential ways to reduce the risk of injuries and damage from natural hazards. One example of a mitigation activity is a wildland fuels reduction project to Continue Reading
AmeriCorps VISTA project coming to the San Juan Islands
Written on May 8, 2017 at 5:36 am, by Tim Dustrude
This summer the San Juan County Health & Community Services Department in collaboration with the Family Resource Centers on Lopez, Orcas, and the San Juan Islands and the Opportunity Council will launch a three-year AmeriCorps VISTA poverty alleviation project specifically aimed at increasing economic opportunities for Island residents through housing and financial stability efforts. The Continue Reading
Tour de Family Friday Harbor
Written on May 6, 2017 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County Health and Community Services and Island Rec are hosting a FREE family bike ride, Tour de Family Friday Harbor, on Friday, May 12th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the John O. Linde Community Park. Three loop rides are planned: One for scooter or trike bikers A 1-mile first biker’s loop including Continue Reading
Youth Summer Programs
Written on May 5, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Studio and Island Rec are excited to announce an expansion in their partnership by offering 2 new youth summer programs. In June, The Studio will lead a fun and athletic cheerleading camp for girls, grades 4-7. Campers will learn fundamental cheerleading skills, cheers and chants, basic stunts, a spirit dance and, most importantly, teamwork! Continue Reading
Town and its utility customers contribute $2550 to Hospice of San Juan
Written on May 5, 2017 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
A fundraising effort by the Town of Friday Harbor and its customers resulted in a $2550 donation to Hospice of San Juan. Town utility customers were encouraged to support this local charity through the Town’s Harbor Life Ring program which collects charitable donations included with customer’s utility payments. Hospice of San Juan received all donations Continue Reading
Learn How to Make Biochar
Written on May 4, 2017 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Biochar, a charcoal made from woody biomass that stores carbon and improves soil, is an emerging option for forest owners to generate income and remove excess wood from densely stocked forests. Biochar can increase agricultural productivity, improve soil fertility, and help mitigate climate change. This workshop will take you through the steps to turn low-value Continue Reading
Kelli Marie Ashcraft
Written on May 3, 2017 at 11:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
Kelli Ashcraft’s graveside service will be this coming Sunday at Valley Cemetery at 11:00 am with a celebration of her life following at Brickworks at 12:30 pm. Kelli died from accidental carbon monoxide poisoning. In her memory, Kelli’s family is running a campaign to make the island a safer place for all residents – They Continue Reading
There is a new Tai Chi class in town!
Written on May 3, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Did you know that Tai Chi is not just a slow exercise, it is a powerful full-body workout? Wonderful for all ages, Tai Chi will challenge anyone of any age to develop balance, speed, reflexes, vision and strength. Taught the authentic way, no frills, no fannying around. This Tai Chi class is the real deal Continue Reading
Island Senior: The Memory Cafe
Written on May 1, 2017 at 10:43 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is written by Peggy Sue McRae… Last week I stopped by the Village at the Harbour to participate in a Memory Café. Memory Cafe programs originated in England about 15 years ago and have since become popular throughout Europe and the United States. The goal of the Memory Café is to provide a Continue Reading
Good Steward Awards
Written on April 29, 2017 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
The envelope, please! Yes, the time has come to hand out the much-anticipated Finnies, and what better time than Earth Day to award those who have been Good Stewards to our Islands community? There were so many good nominations it was hard to choose, but the 2017 Finnie Award recipients are Sharon Massey, Midnight’s Farm, Continue Reading
Early Childfind
Written on April 28, 2017 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Do you have a child who may need special help in speech, motor skills or other developmental areas? San Juan Health and Community Services provides FREE screening and evaluation for children aged birth to three years if you have any concerns about their growth and development. Please call 360-378-4474 to schedule an appointment. San Juan Island Continue Reading