Topic: People
Chardonnay Shopping in Friday Harbor on December 9th
Written on December 7, 2021 at 12:50 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The Chardonnay Shoppers are coming and invite you to join them… Bring your masks, your wallet and join the fun. To the many new residents on the island, Chardonnay Shopping is an annual event where we shop on a specific day to support our local businesses and restaurants. Most of the businesses and restaurants entice Continue Reading
A Mayor’s Farewell
Written on December 4, 2021 at 4:21 am, by Tim Dustrude
A letter to the community from Friday Harbor Mayor Farhad Ghatan… As I reflect on my past eight years working for this council and the Town I so dearly love, I am filled with gratitude for those who have seen fit to allow me to represent their interests as well as those who have made Continue Reading
Holiday Art Show
Written on December 1, 2021 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
11 San Juan Island Artists Offer New Works at the Friday Harbor Atelier’s Holiday Art Show The public is invited to a Holiday Open House on Friday, December 3rd from 4:00 – 7:00 pm “This year more than ever, we want to celebrate local small businesses and encourage islanders to give the gift of handmade Continue Reading
Don’t Miss Go Figure! at SJIMA – Closing Soon!
Written on November 22, 2021 at 12:11 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Islanders and visitors alike are raving about the current exhibit, Go Figure! at the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA). “Spectacular!” “We went back to see the show a second time.” “This exhibit has something for everyone.” “Our out-of-town visitors were very impressed.” If you haven’t had a chance to visit SJIMA during the Continue Reading
PIMC Welcomes New Family Physician
Written on November 22, 2021 at 9:26 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor, WA – Steven Hoang, DO, has joined the PeaceHealth Medical Group Family Practice at PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical. Dr. Hoang comes to Peace Island from Spokane, Wash., where he recently completed a residency program through the University of Washington Family Medicine Residency Network. He earned his degree in osteopathic medicine from the University Continue Reading
Volunteer of the Month
Written on November 8, 2021 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society – Friday Harbor is happy to announce Melisa Pinnow as the APS-FH Volunteer of the Month for November 2021. Melisa is known on San Juan Island as a local cat expert and consultant, she also volunteers her time as an APS-FH kitten foster parent. Fostering underage kittens is a vital aspect Continue Reading
Doodlebugs
Written on November 4, 2021 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
Aging but Not Slowing Down (well not slowing down too much anyway) Louise and John Dustrude have enjoyed outdoor activities all their lives – boating, (including sailing, rowing and canoeing), hiking, walking and biking to name a few. However, a few years ago, noticing that her sense of balance wasn’t what it used to be, Continue Reading
Artists’ Reception at SJCT
Written on November 4, 2021 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Friday Harbor Atelier wishes to thank The San Juan Island Community Theatre for hosting several member artists in an exhibit featuring their recent works in the theatre lobby during the production of Mama Mia. The exhibit features the art of Debbie Daniels, Teresa Smith, Alison Engle, Shannon Borg, Pamela Hoke, Jenny Banks, Jan Murphy, Continue Reading
Lifesaving Effort by Members of the Public on October 11th
Written on November 3, 2021 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Congratulations to Dave Kinnaman and Joe Davis for their lifesaving efforts on October 11, 2021. When a visitor to the store collapsed outside Marketplace in Friday Harbor their quick action to initiate CPR helped save a life. Medical Program Director Joshua Corsa, M.D., along with crews from San Juan Island Fire and Rescue and San Continue Reading
Thor Hanson Author Talk and Stroll at Zylstra Lake Preserve
Written on November 3, 2021 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
(Friday Harbor, WA) – November 2, 2021 – Join author Thor Hanson for two upcoming events hosted by the San Juan Island Library. Hanson will regale readers with a discussion of his newly released book, Hurricane Lizards and Plastic Squid: The Fraught and Fascinating Biology of Climate Change via Zoom on Wednesday, November 3, at Continue Reading
Letter from Victoria
Written on November 3, 2021 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag this morning there is this letter to you from Victoria Compton… Dear Island Neighbors, Thank you infinitely for your words of encouragement, your advice, and for sharing your thoughts about our island’s Port during my campaign. I was so proud and humbled to be able to carry your hopes for Continue Reading
Letter about Mullis Center Election
Written on November 2, 2021 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
In today’s mailbag, Bonnie Sliger shares this with you… My name is Bonnie Sliger and I am running for a position on the Mullis Center District Committee. If you are 60 and over or are disabled, and live in the San Juan District, please be sure to vote November 8th thru 11th at the Mullis Continue Reading
Scarecrow Contest Winners
Written on November 1, 2021 at 12:04 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The Friends of the Library and the Chamber of Commerce thank all the participants and voters! It was a close race among all of the creative scarecrows. It was so much fun to see them all and we can’t wait to see what the community comes up with for next year! 1st place Forrest Sprite Continue Reading
Fall Colors
Written on November 1, 2021 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Shannon Dean shares this photo of fall colors on a beautiful last day of October here in Friday Harbor. Thanks for sharing Shannon!
In the Mailbag…
Written on November 1, 2021 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag today we have this letter from Alice Deane… Please be sure to vote in the very important upcoming election for District Committee members of the Mullis Senior Center. The true and correct information on what has become a very contentious election can be found at the Mullis Center website www.mulliscenter.org Continue Reading
A Witchy Halloween
Written on October 31, 2021 at 10:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
This photo was shared with the SJ Update by Keith Busha – it’s artwork of a couple of witches created by artist Susan Williams and is soon to be installed in Seattle. Seemed a fitting photo to share today. Thanks Keith and Susan!
Chardonnay Shopping in Friday Harbor on December 9th
Written on December 7, 2021 at 12:50 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The Chardonnay Shoppers are coming and invite you to join them… Bring your masks, your wallet and join the fun. To the many new residents on the island, Chardonnay Shopping is an annual event where we shop on a specific day to support our local businesses and restaurants. Most of the businesses and restaurants entice Continue Reading
A Mayor’s Farewell
Written on December 4, 2021 at 4:21 am, by Tim Dustrude
A letter to the community from Friday Harbor Mayor Farhad Ghatan… As I reflect on my past eight years working for this council and the Town I so dearly love, I am filled with gratitude for those who have seen fit to allow me to represent their interests as well as those who have made Continue Reading
Holiday Art Show
Written on December 1, 2021 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
11 San Juan Island Artists Offer New Works at the Friday Harbor Atelier’s Holiday Art Show The public is invited to a Holiday Open House on Friday, December 3rd from 4:00 – 7:00 pm “This year more than ever, we want to celebrate local small businesses and encourage islanders to give the gift of handmade Continue Reading
Don’t Miss Go Figure! at SJIMA – Closing Soon!
Written on November 22, 2021 at 12:11 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Islanders and visitors alike are raving about the current exhibit, Go Figure! at the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA). “Spectacular!” “We went back to see the show a second time.” “This exhibit has something for everyone.” “Our out-of-town visitors were very impressed.” If you haven’t had a chance to visit SJIMA during the Continue Reading
PIMC Welcomes New Family Physician
Written on November 22, 2021 at 9:26 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor, WA – Steven Hoang, DO, has joined the PeaceHealth Medical Group Family Practice at PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical. Dr. Hoang comes to Peace Island from Spokane, Wash., where he recently completed a residency program through the University of Washington Family Medicine Residency Network. He earned his degree in osteopathic medicine from the University Continue Reading
Volunteer of the Month
Written on November 8, 2021 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Animal Protection Society – Friday Harbor is happy to announce Melisa Pinnow as the APS-FH Volunteer of the Month for November 2021. Melisa is known on San Juan Island as a local cat expert and consultant, she also volunteers her time as an APS-FH kitten foster parent. Fostering underage kittens is a vital aspect Continue Reading
Doodlebugs
Written on November 4, 2021 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
Aging but Not Slowing Down (well not slowing down too much anyway) Louise and John Dustrude have enjoyed outdoor activities all their lives – boating, (including sailing, rowing and canoeing), hiking, walking and biking to name a few. However, a few years ago, noticing that her sense of balance wasn’t what it used to be, Continue Reading
Artists’ Reception at SJCT
Written on November 4, 2021 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Friday Harbor Atelier wishes to thank The San Juan Island Community Theatre for hosting several member artists in an exhibit featuring their recent works in the theatre lobby during the production of Mama Mia. The exhibit features the art of Debbie Daniels, Teresa Smith, Alison Engle, Shannon Borg, Pamela Hoke, Jenny Banks, Jan Murphy, Continue Reading
Lifesaving Effort by Members of the Public on October 11th
Written on November 3, 2021 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Congratulations to Dave Kinnaman and Joe Davis for their lifesaving efforts on October 11, 2021. When a visitor to the store collapsed outside Marketplace in Friday Harbor their quick action to initiate CPR helped save a life. Medical Program Director Joshua Corsa, M.D., along with crews from San Juan Island Fire and Rescue and San Continue Reading
Thor Hanson Author Talk and Stroll at Zylstra Lake Preserve
Written on November 3, 2021 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
(Friday Harbor, WA) – November 2, 2021 – Join author Thor Hanson for two upcoming events hosted by the San Juan Island Library. Hanson will regale readers with a discussion of his newly released book, Hurricane Lizards and Plastic Squid: The Fraught and Fascinating Biology of Climate Change via Zoom on Wednesday, November 3, at Continue Reading
Letter from Victoria
Written on November 3, 2021 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag this morning there is this letter to you from Victoria Compton… Dear Island Neighbors, Thank you infinitely for your words of encouragement, your advice, and for sharing your thoughts about our island’s Port during my campaign. I was so proud and humbled to be able to carry your hopes for Continue Reading
Letter about Mullis Center Election
Written on November 2, 2021 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
In today’s mailbag, Bonnie Sliger shares this with you… My name is Bonnie Sliger and I am running for a position on the Mullis Center District Committee. If you are 60 and over or are disabled, and live in the San Juan District, please be sure to vote November 8th thru 11th at the Mullis Continue Reading
Scarecrow Contest Winners
Written on November 1, 2021 at 12:04 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The Friends of the Library and the Chamber of Commerce thank all the participants and voters! It was a close race among all of the creative scarecrows. It was so much fun to see them all and we can’t wait to see what the community comes up with for next year! 1st place Forrest Sprite Continue Reading
Fall Colors
Written on November 1, 2021 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Shannon Dean shares this photo of fall colors on a beautiful last day of October here in Friday Harbor. Thanks for sharing Shannon!
In the Mailbag…
Written on November 1, 2021 at 5:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag today we have this letter from Alice Deane… Please be sure to vote in the very important upcoming election for District Committee members of the Mullis Senior Center. The true and correct information on what has become a very contentious election can be found at the Mullis Center website www.mulliscenter.org Continue Reading
A Witchy Halloween
Written on October 31, 2021 at 10:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
This photo was shared with the SJ Update by Keith Busha – it’s artwork of a couple of witches created by artist Susan Williams and is soon to be installed in Seattle. Seemed a fitting photo to share today. Thanks Keith and Susan!