Topic: Health & Wellness
A Flash Mob
Written on August 18, 2016 at 12:04 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Debbi Fincher of the SJI Prevention Coalition shares this heads-up with you… Hi FLASH MOB Fans, Dancers and/or Supporters! Our Rock Solid Youth of the San Juan Island Prevention Coalition have done it again… A Flash Mob at the Fair! DANCE 4 HEALTH! We welcome you to join in, share the link with friends and Continue Reading
Orca Friendly Products at Ace!
Written on August 18, 2016 at 11:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Pacific Whale Watch Association and Ace Hardware stores in Anacortes and Friday Harbor, WA Launch “Orca Friendly Products” Ace is the place for… saving orcas! In a unique partnership, Ace Hardware is partnering with the Pacific Whale Watch Association (PWWA) in helping its customers find “Orca Friendly” products in its stores. The pilot project will Continue Reading
Free Yoga Calm for Kids
Written on August 12, 2016 at 7:07 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Give your child the gift of nurturing relaxation through Yoga Calm. Youth will learn how to deepen their breath to manage emotions, practice a variety of yoga postures, and develop healthy relationships during both partner and group yoga activities. An artful lead mandala meditation creation will be a part of both classes. Come to one or Continue Reading
Friday Harbor School of Massage
Written on July 11, 2016 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Richard Davenport, owner of Lavendera Massage, is happy to announce the opening of the new Friday Harbor School of Massage. The Washington State Board of Massage and the Workforce Training Board approved the curriculum and catalog for the new school last Friday. Friday Harbor School of Massage is officially a state approved school for training Continue Reading
EMS Chief Discusses the Upcoming Levy
Written on July 8, 2016 at 12:05 pm, by Tim Dustrude
EMS Chief Jerry Martin shares these thoughts on the levy… Asking the voters to approve a levy increase is never popular, even in good times. But approval of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) levy is responsible and conservative, and will ensure the financial viability of our system for years to come. On August 2, voters will be asked Continue Reading
Large Changes Begin with Small Actions
Written on July 7, 2016 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
How can Islanders save 77 Million Gallons of Water this Year? By Lauren Platman, Friends of the San Juans With summer underway, some islanders are already feeling the heat – and the drought. Some wells are already being starved of fresh water, which makes the rainy autumn season seem a long way off. As climate Continue Reading
Board is Firm on 50 Cent Levy
Written on July 4, 2016 at 7:08 am, by Tim Dustrude
Board is Firm on 50 Cent Levy On June 30th the San Juan County Public Hospital District board adopted a 2017 EMS Budget that affirmed that San Juan EMS must have 50 cents per $1000 in assessed property values to maintain core operations. Critics have advised voters to disapprove the 50 cent levy on the theory Continue Reading
Hospital District Board Firm on 50 Cent Levy
Written on July 2, 2016 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Loren Johnson, MD, Chair of the Vote Yes for San Juan EMS 2016 Campaign Committee shares this… On June 30th the San Juan County Public Hospital District board adopted a 2017 EMS Budget that affirmed that San Juan EMS must have 50 cents per $1000 in assessed property values to maintain core operations. Critics have advised Continue Reading
New ER Doctor at PIMC
Written on June 30, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Jim Perez, MD, joins medical team at PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center Jim Perez, MD, has joined the medical staff at PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center in Friday Harbor. A board certified emergency medicine physician, Perez becomes the tenth member of Peace Island’s team of emergency medicine physicians, which staffs the Emergency department around the Continue Reading
Burn Permits Expire and Fireworks Illegal
Written on June 29, 2016 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a reminder from the County: Burn Permits Expire June 30th & Fireworks Illegal The warm weather at the end of June brings with it the end to outdoor yard debris burning throughout San Juan County, all burn permits expire on June 30th. Both larger land clearing piles and ten foot diameter yard cleanup burn Continue Reading
Meet & Greet Author Event
Written on June 24, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
If you have children or family members with allergies and you’re finding it hard to keep meals interesting and tasty, then stop in Griffin Bay Bookstore on Monday, June 27, 2:00—4:00 pm and talk with Seattle author, Stepanie Policar, about her new cookbook: Kids Eat Free. You’ll find out how to manage dietary restrictions, yet Continue Reading
PIMC Receives Nationwide Award
Written on June 24, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s the latest press release from PeaceHealth… PeaceHealth Peace Island Receives Nationwide Award for High-Value Health Care FRIDAY HARBOR, WA., June 23, 2016 – PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center was recognized this week with the 2016 QUEST® Award for High-value Healthcare from Premier Inc., a leading nationwide health care improvement company, for providing outstanding patient Continue Reading
Firewise Communities Benefit From Grant
Written on June 23, 2016 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sheila Harley, Public Information Officer for SJI Fire/Rescue sends this notice… The Firewise Communities program sponsored by San Juan Island Fire & Rescue has been awarded a grant by the Washington Department of Natural Resources (WA DNR) to assist with fuel reduction in organized communities. The new grant from WA DNR will pay the Firewise Continue Reading
Pilates in the Park
Written on June 19, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Jen and Jackie over here at The Studio… We just wanted to send a quick note to let folks know that we will be running our Free Pilates in the Park Special Session again this summer. This is a free 45 minute Pilates mat class held weekly in Sunken Park. This year we decided to 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
Slow Down and Share the Road
Written on June 13, 2016 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this letter from Right-of-Way Driving School about the upcoming races next weekend, and how we can all contribute to a fun and safe event: Sharing the Road with Cyclists, Runners and Race Officials Attention Drivers, – on Saturday June 18th the Lakedale Three Lakes Triathlon will kick off its 4th year with cyclists and Continue Reading
A Flash Mob
Written on August 18, 2016 at 12:04 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Debbi Fincher of the SJI Prevention Coalition shares this heads-up with you… Hi FLASH MOB Fans, Dancers and/or Supporters! Our Rock Solid Youth of the San Juan Island Prevention Coalition have done it again… A Flash Mob at the Fair! DANCE 4 HEALTH! We welcome you to join in, share the link with friends and Continue Reading
Orca Friendly Products at Ace!
Written on August 18, 2016 at 11:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Pacific Whale Watch Association and Ace Hardware stores in Anacortes and Friday Harbor, WA Launch “Orca Friendly Products” Ace is the place for… saving orcas! In a unique partnership, Ace Hardware is partnering with the Pacific Whale Watch Association (PWWA) in helping its customers find “Orca Friendly” products in its stores. The pilot project will Continue Reading
Free Yoga Calm for Kids
Written on August 12, 2016 at 7:07 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Give your child the gift of nurturing relaxation through Yoga Calm. Youth will learn how to deepen their breath to manage emotions, practice a variety of yoga postures, and develop healthy relationships during both partner and group yoga activities. An artful lead mandala meditation creation will be a part of both classes. Come to one or Continue Reading
Friday Harbor School of Massage
Written on July 11, 2016 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Richard Davenport, owner of Lavendera Massage, is happy to announce the opening of the new Friday Harbor School of Massage. The Washington State Board of Massage and the Workforce Training Board approved the curriculum and catalog for the new school last Friday. Friday Harbor School of Massage is officially a state approved school for training Continue Reading
EMS Chief Discusses the Upcoming Levy
Written on July 8, 2016 at 12:05 pm, by Tim Dustrude
EMS Chief Jerry Martin shares these thoughts on the levy… Asking the voters to approve a levy increase is never popular, even in good times. But approval of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) levy is responsible and conservative, and will ensure the financial viability of our system for years to come. On August 2, voters will be asked Continue Reading
Large Changes Begin with Small Actions
Written on July 7, 2016 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
How can Islanders save 77 Million Gallons of Water this Year? By Lauren Platman, Friends of the San Juans With summer underway, some islanders are already feeling the heat – and the drought. Some wells are already being starved of fresh water, which makes the rainy autumn season seem a long way off. As climate Continue Reading
Board is Firm on 50 Cent Levy
Written on July 4, 2016 at 7:08 am, by Tim Dustrude
Board is Firm on 50 Cent Levy On June 30th the San Juan County Public Hospital District board adopted a 2017 EMS Budget that affirmed that San Juan EMS must have 50 cents per $1000 in assessed property values to maintain core operations. Critics have advised voters to disapprove the 50 cent levy on the theory Continue Reading
Hospital District Board Firm on 50 Cent Levy
Written on July 2, 2016 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Loren Johnson, MD, Chair of the Vote Yes for San Juan EMS 2016 Campaign Committee shares this… On June 30th the San Juan County Public Hospital District board adopted a 2017 EMS Budget that affirmed that San Juan EMS must have 50 cents per $1000 in assessed property values to maintain core operations. Critics have advised Continue Reading
New ER Doctor at PIMC
Written on June 30, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Jim Perez, MD, joins medical team at PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center Jim Perez, MD, has joined the medical staff at PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center in Friday Harbor. A board certified emergency medicine physician, Perez becomes the tenth member of Peace Island’s team of emergency medicine physicians, which staffs the Emergency department around the Continue Reading
Burn Permits Expire and Fireworks Illegal
Written on June 29, 2016 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a reminder from the County: Burn Permits Expire June 30th & Fireworks Illegal The warm weather at the end of June brings with it the end to outdoor yard debris burning throughout San Juan County, all burn permits expire on June 30th. Both larger land clearing piles and ten foot diameter yard cleanup burn Continue Reading
Meet & Greet Author Event
Written on June 24, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
If you have children or family members with allergies and you’re finding it hard to keep meals interesting and tasty, then stop in Griffin Bay Bookstore on Monday, June 27, 2:00—4:00 pm and talk with Seattle author, Stepanie Policar, about her new cookbook: Kids Eat Free. You’ll find out how to manage dietary restrictions, yet Continue Reading
PIMC Receives Nationwide Award
Written on June 24, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s the latest press release from PeaceHealth… PeaceHealth Peace Island Receives Nationwide Award for High-Value Health Care FRIDAY HARBOR, WA., June 23, 2016 – PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center was recognized this week with the 2016 QUEST® Award for High-value Healthcare from Premier Inc., a leading nationwide health care improvement company, for providing outstanding patient Continue Reading
Firewise Communities Benefit From Grant
Written on June 23, 2016 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Sheila Harley, Public Information Officer for SJI Fire/Rescue sends this notice… The Firewise Communities program sponsored by San Juan Island Fire & Rescue has been awarded a grant by the Washington Department of Natural Resources (WA DNR) to assist with fuel reduction in organized communities. The new grant from WA DNR will pay the Firewise Continue Reading
Pilates in the Park
Written on June 19, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Jen and Jackie over here at The Studio… We just wanted to send a quick note to let folks know that we will be running our Free Pilates in the Park Special Session again this summer. This is a free 45 minute Pilates mat class held weekly in Sunken Park. This year we decided to 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
Slow Down and Share the Road
Written on June 13, 2016 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just got this letter from Right-of-Way Driving School about the upcoming races next weekend, and how we can all contribute to a fun and safe event: Sharing the Road with Cyclists, Runners and Race Officials Attention Drivers, – on Saturday June 18th the Lakedale Three Lakes Triathlon will kick off its 4th year with cyclists and Continue Reading