Topic: People
Eric Jason Morrow, 12-25-1969 to 3-15-2018
Written on March 19, 2018 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Eric loved computers, and was passionate about ending poverty and social injustice. He merged those passions to do good in the world. He also loved tennis, Formula 1, Monty Python, his bike, music, his nieces and nephews who called him “Dunkoo,” and his big, noisy extended family. Eric died Thursday at Providence Hospice, Everett. He Continue Reading
Darlene Ann Workman Erickson Demello
Written on March 18, 2018 at 3:54 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Darlene Ann Workman Erickson Demello, age 82, a devoted sister, mother and grandmother, graduated to her heavenly home on March 10th, 2018 in Mill Creek WA. She was born on July 17, 1935 in Friday Harbor, Washington to parents Leslie & Rose (Nelson) Workman. She was the 2nd child of four and the only girl. Continue Reading
Friday Harbor Trading Post
Written on March 16, 2018 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dave and Debbi Staehlin and Heather Easley have now opened the Friday Harbor Trading Post. (They actually have been open for a while, but now they’re officially open – the ribbon cutting ceremony was yesterday.) It’s on Spring Street across from King’s Market, where the General Store used to be. It’s a convenience store with Continue Reading
Joan White – 1941 – 2018
Written on March 16, 2018 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Joan Petersen White, age 76, died on March 10, 2018 in her home with friends by her side. Joan was born on August 25, 1941 in Watsonville, California to Jeanne Sambuck Petersen and Allan Edwin Petersen. Joan grew up in Watsonville and after graduating college, she owned and operated an agricultural produce transportation business for Continue Reading
APS-FH Volunteer of the Month
Written on March 16, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
The staff and four-legged residents of the animal shelter are pleased to announce Conrad Bormann is March’s Volunteer of the Month for The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor. Conrad is a frequent visitor to the animal shelter, where he spends his time walking dogs, cleaning kennels, and doing odd jobs to help out. He Continue Reading
Memorial for Joan White
Written on March 14, 2018 at 8:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
A memorial service for Joan White will be held on Saturday March 17, at 1:30pm, at the Friday Harbor Airport Terminal Lobby. All are invited to attend. An obituary will be published soon.
Mr. Beliveable’s
Written on March 11, 2018 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
What’s happening at the Rumor Mill? A new restaurant is coming soon, called Mr. Believable’s. New restaurateurs Jake Beliveau and Molly Prima hope to have a soft opening before the end of April and an official Grand Opening on Memorial Day Weekend. Mr. Beliveable’s* will be a community minded BBQ restaurant serving pulled pork and fried Continue Reading
State Semifinalist at Stillpoint School!
Written on March 10, 2018 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Congratulations to Nylah Pieples, a 5th grade student at Stillpoint School who was selected as a State Semifinalist in the 2018 Letters About Literature contest! This year, 1,132 Washington students in grades 4 through 6 submitted letters in Level 1. Nylah’s letter was one of only 20 letters selected as State semifinalists. This is the Continue Reading
San Juan Wireless Closing
Written on March 9, 2018 at 10:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Wireless, Inc., the local Verizon Wireless and DirecTV indirect dealer, will officially close their doors on March 31, 2018, after being in business for 20 Years. Beginning on March 8, 2018, all merchandise in the store will be discounted 40%. Everything must go including tables, chairs, copiers, fax machine, display fixtures, cabinets and Continue Reading
Cooking with Stephanie
Written on March 9, 2018 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Tired of spending money on take-out when you’re pressed for time? Join Stephanie Prima on Saturday, April 14th, 11:00am-2:00pm and learn how to cook quick, healthy meals without recipes. In this class you’ll learn key skills to whip up nutritious, scrumptious meals in your own home – the kind you need to get on the Continue Reading
More Ways to Help Bill & Rita Ament
Written on March 7, 2018 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
If you saw the SJ Update post on March 2nd, you know that our resident ‘Zumba King’ Bill Ament is currently recovering from radiation treatments while continuing to take immune boosting supplementation. According to Rita, the radiation treatments almost killed him, so he is struggling right now to recover. Nourishing, healthy meals, prepared with the Continue Reading
SJI Lifestyle Videos
Written on March 7, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Merri Ann Simonson is back with another entry in her San Juan Island Lifestyle video series. This one is all about the pros and cons of living here.
A Vigil of Silent Compassion
Written on March 6, 2018 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
From February 17 to May 7, 2018, The San Juan Islands Museum of Art is presenting several exhibits created by five artists under the title “The Female Gaze”. The “Substrate: underlying currents” group of three artists Susan Singleton, Hannah Alex-Glasser and Kandis Susol, have as women artists, over many decades, shared an enduring commitment to Continue Reading
Hydrogen for the Win
Written on March 6, 2018 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
This story was submitted by Carla Wright from the Rotary Club of San Juan Island… “Hydrogen” was the correct spelling for Marcia King, a 7th grader from the Friday Harbor Middle School, the first-place winner at the 13th Annual Rotary Spelling Bee on March 1. Marcia received a trophy, a check for $100. Her 7th Continue Reading
Thank You Letter from Kaila
Written on March 5, 2018 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update Mailbag this morning we find this letter from Kaila Olin… On January 16th I put on my headset for the first time as your Friday Harbor High School basketball color commentator for Friday Harbor Tiny Radio. Little did I know how much I would actually learn and experience over the course Continue Reading
Bill & Rita Need Help
Written on March 2, 2018 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bill & Rita Ament need your help. As so many of you know, they have served this community for over 30 years through teaching dance to 2 1/2 to 75 year olds, plus day camps for children, Zumba, and much more. Bill is experiencing advanced lung cancer. He is currently recovering from radiation treatments while Continue Reading
2018 Reagan Dinner
Written on February 27, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Republican Party is proud to announce the 2018 Reagan Dinner on Saturday, March 10, 2018 Making America Great Again, the Cowboy Way… Dust off your Stetson and shine your cowboy boots! You’re invited to the 2018 Reagan Dinner at the San Juan Island Golf Club featuring a Rancho del Cielo theme! The cowboy theme, honoring Continue Reading
Boat-based Artist Wendy McArthur Hosts Friday Harbor Open House and Show
Written on February 26, 2018 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Artist Wendy McArthur, living and cruising with her husband on their trawler in the Atlantic Ocean and now the Pacific Northwest, is hosting a studio open house and show “A Season in Friday Harbor” on Wednesday, February 28, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. The open house and show will be held in her studio located Continue Reading
The Chord of Longing
Written on February 26, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Know Your Islanders Talks – Mother Felicitas Curti: The Chord of Longing In a reading co-sponsored by Griffin Bay Bookstore and the San Juan Island Trails Committee, Mother Felicitas Curti will talk about her new book “The Chord of Longing: My Life as Atheist, Marxist, Mother, Nun” The book explores a musical scholar’s search for Continue Reading
Letter from Dr. Danna Diaz
Written on February 23, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Greetings Students, Teachers, Parents and Community Members: This letter is to provide meaning as to why am I looking to leave the San Juan Island School District. I have reached a time in my life that I feel the need for a change both personally and professionally. I am looking for a new challenge in Continue Reading
Kaila on Color Commentary
Written on February 22, 2018 at 7:27 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Former “Wolverines Voice” Mike Martin shares this FHHS Sports update with you… The Friday Harbor Wolverines take on the Oroville Hornets in Wenatchee Friday Night at 7:00 pm for a trip to the state tournament in Spokane. The game will be broadcast live on 1650 AM in Friday Harbor and on fhtinyradio.com. Oly Archibald and Continue Reading
Ferry in Snow
Written on February 21, 2018 at 5:31 pm, by Tim Dustrude
SJ Update reader Kristen Arnim caught this beautiful image of the Samish coming into the ferry dock this afternoon. Thanks for sharing Kristen!
Eric Jason Morrow, 12-25-1969 to 3-15-2018
Written on March 19, 2018 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Eric loved computers, and was passionate about ending poverty and social injustice. He merged those passions to do good in the world. He also loved tennis, Formula 1, Monty Python, his bike, music, his nieces and nephews who called him “Dunkoo,” and his big, noisy extended family. Eric died Thursday at Providence Hospice, Everett. He Continue Reading
Darlene Ann Workman Erickson Demello
Written on March 18, 2018 at 3:54 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Darlene Ann Workman Erickson Demello, age 82, a devoted sister, mother and grandmother, graduated to her heavenly home on March 10th, 2018 in Mill Creek WA. She was born on July 17, 1935 in Friday Harbor, Washington to parents Leslie & Rose (Nelson) Workman. She was the 2nd child of four and the only girl. Continue Reading
Friday Harbor Trading Post
Written on March 16, 2018 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dave and Debbi Staehlin and Heather Easley have now opened the Friday Harbor Trading Post. (They actually have been open for a while, but now they’re officially open – the ribbon cutting ceremony was yesterday.) It’s on Spring Street across from King’s Market, where the General Store used to be. It’s a convenience store with Continue Reading
Joan White – 1941 – 2018
Written on March 16, 2018 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Joan Petersen White, age 76, died on March 10, 2018 in her home with friends by her side. Joan was born on August 25, 1941 in Watsonville, California to Jeanne Sambuck Petersen and Allan Edwin Petersen. Joan grew up in Watsonville and after graduating college, she owned and operated an agricultural produce transportation business for Continue Reading
APS-FH Volunteer of the Month
Written on March 16, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
The staff and four-legged residents of the animal shelter are pleased to announce Conrad Bormann is March’s Volunteer of the Month for The Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor. Conrad is a frequent visitor to the animal shelter, where he spends his time walking dogs, cleaning kennels, and doing odd jobs to help out. He Continue Reading
Memorial for Joan White
Written on March 14, 2018 at 8:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
A memorial service for Joan White will be held on Saturday March 17, at 1:30pm, at the Friday Harbor Airport Terminal Lobby. All are invited to attend. An obituary will be published soon.
Mr. Beliveable’s
Written on March 11, 2018 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
What’s happening at the Rumor Mill? A new restaurant is coming soon, called Mr. Believable’s. New restaurateurs Jake Beliveau and Molly Prima hope to have a soft opening before the end of April and an official Grand Opening on Memorial Day Weekend. Mr. Beliveable’s* will be a community minded BBQ restaurant serving pulled pork and fried Continue Reading
State Semifinalist at Stillpoint School!
Written on March 10, 2018 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Congratulations to Nylah Pieples, a 5th grade student at Stillpoint School who was selected as a State Semifinalist in the 2018 Letters About Literature contest! This year, 1,132 Washington students in grades 4 through 6 submitted letters in Level 1. Nylah’s letter was one of only 20 letters selected as State semifinalists. This is the Continue Reading
San Juan Wireless Closing
Written on March 9, 2018 at 10:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Wireless, Inc., the local Verizon Wireless and DirecTV indirect dealer, will officially close their doors on March 31, 2018, after being in business for 20 Years. Beginning on March 8, 2018, all merchandise in the store will be discounted 40%. Everything must go including tables, chairs, copiers, fax machine, display fixtures, cabinets and Continue Reading
Cooking with Stephanie
Written on March 9, 2018 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Tired of spending money on take-out when you’re pressed for time? Join Stephanie Prima on Saturday, April 14th, 11:00am-2:00pm and learn how to cook quick, healthy meals without recipes. In this class you’ll learn key skills to whip up nutritious, scrumptious meals in your own home – the kind you need to get on the Continue Reading
More Ways to Help Bill & Rita Ament
Written on March 7, 2018 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
If you saw the SJ Update post on March 2nd, you know that our resident ‘Zumba King’ Bill Ament is currently recovering from radiation treatments while continuing to take immune boosting supplementation. According to Rita, the radiation treatments almost killed him, so he is struggling right now to recover. Nourishing, healthy meals, prepared with the Continue Reading
SJI Lifestyle Videos
Written on March 7, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Merri Ann Simonson is back with another entry in her San Juan Island Lifestyle video series. This one is all about the pros and cons of living here.
A Vigil of Silent Compassion
Written on March 6, 2018 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
From February 17 to May 7, 2018, The San Juan Islands Museum of Art is presenting several exhibits created by five artists under the title “The Female Gaze”. The “Substrate: underlying currents” group of three artists Susan Singleton, Hannah Alex-Glasser and Kandis Susol, have as women artists, over many decades, shared an enduring commitment to Continue Reading
Hydrogen for the Win
Written on March 6, 2018 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
This story was submitted by Carla Wright from the Rotary Club of San Juan Island… “Hydrogen” was the correct spelling for Marcia King, a 7th grader from the Friday Harbor Middle School, the first-place winner at the 13th Annual Rotary Spelling Bee on March 1. Marcia received a trophy, a check for $100. Her 7th Continue Reading
Thank You Letter from Kaila
Written on March 5, 2018 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update Mailbag this morning we find this letter from Kaila Olin… On January 16th I put on my headset for the first time as your Friday Harbor High School basketball color commentator for Friday Harbor Tiny Radio. Little did I know how much I would actually learn and experience over the course Continue Reading
Bill & Rita Need Help
Written on March 2, 2018 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bill & Rita Ament need your help. As so many of you know, they have served this community for over 30 years through teaching dance to 2 1/2 to 75 year olds, plus day camps for children, Zumba, and much more. Bill is experiencing advanced lung cancer. He is currently recovering from radiation treatments while Continue Reading
2018 Reagan Dinner
Written on February 27, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Republican Party is proud to announce the 2018 Reagan Dinner on Saturday, March 10, 2018 Making America Great Again, the Cowboy Way… Dust off your Stetson and shine your cowboy boots! You’re invited to the 2018 Reagan Dinner at the San Juan Island Golf Club featuring a Rancho del Cielo theme! The cowboy theme, honoring Continue Reading
Boat-based Artist Wendy McArthur Hosts Friday Harbor Open House and Show
Written on February 26, 2018 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Artist Wendy McArthur, living and cruising with her husband on their trawler in the Atlantic Ocean and now the Pacific Northwest, is hosting a studio open house and show “A Season in Friday Harbor” on Wednesday, February 28, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. The open house and show will be held in her studio located Continue Reading
The Chord of Longing
Written on February 26, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Know Your Islanders Talks – Mother Felicitas Curti: The Chord of Longing In a reading co-sponsored by Griffin Bay Bookstore and the San Juan Island Trails Committee, Mother Felicitas Curti will talk about her new book “The Chord of Longing: My Life as Atheist, Marxist, Mother, Nun” The book explores a musical scholar’s search for Continue Reading
Letter from Dr. Danna Diaz
Written on February 23, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Greetings Students, Teachers, Parents and Community Members: This letter is to provide meaning as to why am I looking to leave the San Juan Island School District. I have reached a time in my life that I feel the need for a change both personally and professionally. I am looking for a new challenge in Continue Reading
Kaila on Color Commentary
Written on February 22, 2018 at 7:27 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Former “Wolverines Voice” Mike Martin shares this FHHS Sports update with you… The Friday Harbor Wolverines take on the Oroville Hornets in Wenatchee Friday Night at 7:00 pm for a trip to the state tournament in Spokane. The game will be broadcast live on 1650 AM in Friday Harbor and on fhtinyradio.com. Oly Archibald and Continue Reading
Ferry in Snow
Written on February 21, 2018 at 5:31 pm, by Tim Dustrude
SJ Update reader Kristen Arnim caught this beautiful image of the Samish coming into the ferry dock this afternoon. Thanks for sharing Kristen!