Topic: People
Merri Ann’s Lifestyle Videos
Written on January 10, 2018 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s another SJI Lifestyle video from Merri Ann Simonson at Coldwell Banker…
Taking a Stand
Written on January 9, 2018 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Yesterday San Juan Islanders took a stand In Olympia. Joined By Senator Kevin Ranker on the front steps of the State Capital building on the first day of the legislative session are Patrick Kirby, Jane Wentworth, Gretchen Alison, Liza Michaelson and Steve Porten. The group urged legislators to pass the Carbon Tax Bill, the Oil Continue Reading
Letter from Dr. Diaz
Written on January 6, 2018 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Editor: By proclamation of the governor, January is School Board Recognition Month. It’s a great time to recognize our elected community members who selflessly give their time and energy in support of high-quality public schooling for our youth. School board members in San Juan Island School District are entrusted by this community with responsibility Continue Reading
Island Bicycles is Closing
Written on January 3, 2018 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
After 31 years in business and 28 of those at its current location, Island Bicycles is closing. “It’s been a really good ride and it’s the best career I’ve ever had” says owner Paul Ahart, “but there comes a time where you begin to value your free time a little more and your money a Continue Reading
Home Trust Ends One Year and Begins Another with Big Land Donations
Written on January 3, 2018 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
>Editor’s note: The number of homes at the Soll property has been corrected to 30. The press release originally said 40 incorrectly… Last week on December 29th, the San Juan Community Home Trust received a donation of a parcel of land in Friday Harbor. The property, at the corner of Tucker and McDonald Streets, is Continue Reading
Lovel Pratt Joins Friends Of The San Juans
Written on January 2, 2018 at 7:03 pm, by Tim Dustrude
January 2, 2018 – Today Friends of the San Juans (Friends) announces the addition of Lovel Pratt as Director of Friends’ Marine Protection Program. Lovel Pratt comes to Friends from Mulno Cove Consulting, where her work focused on safe shipping advocacy, reducing vessel traffic impacts, and oil spill prevention. She is a founding member of Continue Reading
Duncan Says Thanks
Written on December 28, 2017 at 12:12 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a letter of appreciation from Duncan Wilson… It has been a very busy year in the Town of Friday Harbor. We completed the Water Transmission project, rebuilt Park Street, added a number of sidewalks and constructed a new Pocket Park on Spring Street. Sometimes lost in the busy summer, ongoing construction and the crush Continue Reading
Katie Loring to be Sworn In as New Judge
Written on December 27, 2017 at 10:23 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County Superior Court announces the Swearing-In Ceremony for San Juan County’s next Superior Court Judge, Kathryn C. Loring. Friday, December 29, 2017 at 4:30 pm in the Superior Courtroom at San Juan County Courthouse, 350 Court Street, Friday Harbor. Reception to follow at the San Juan Island Grange, 152 1st Street, Friday Harbor from Continue Reading
New CPA for Lake Kennedy McCulloch
Written on December 26, 2017 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Lake Kennedy McCulloch CPAs, a certified public accounting firm, is pleased to announce the addition of Rob Banes, CPA to their established accounting and tax practice. Mr. Banes is an accomplished financial and tax accountant with more than 22 years of experience serving a variety of individual, business and nonprofit clients. Previously, he served as Continue Reading
2 Upcoming Girish Events
Written on December 26, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Kirtan Concert with Girish Friday, January 12, at 7:00 pm Island Souls Studio (formerly XYZ Studios) 689 Airport Center Road Tickets $25 in advance, at this link or $30 at the door Girish, an accomplished musician of many genres, former monk infused in spiritual practice, loving wordsmith linking lyrics and rhythm in a blissful musical Continue Reading
Farewell Mayor Lacher
Written on December 22, 2017 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
A large crowd of town and county residents gathered in Town Hall on Thursday to say thank you and farewell to Carrie Lacher, Friday Harbor’s first woman mayor. They thanked her for her many achievements as well as a new era of cooperation between the town, the county, the port, and others. She thanked the Continue Reading
Honoring Mayor Carrie Lacher
Written on December 18, 2017 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Everyone is welcome to attend an open house at Town Hall on Thursday, December 21, 2017 from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. We are honoring Mayor Carrie Lacher for her wonderful years of public service to the Town.
December EMT of the Month
Written on December 18, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Congratulations to Matthew Wickey the December EMT of the month! Matthew is the newest member of San Juan EMS having just passed his National EMT testing. Along with his interest in medicine, Matt has worked as an outdoor educator and conservation biologist for the past 20 years in a multitude of programs and projects centered Continue Reading
New Director of Development at SJCT
Written on December 15, 2017 at 10:17 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre’s new Director of Development has deep roots in both fundraising and the arts. Amy Price moved from Texas to Friday Harbor this summer in time for her daughter to begin high school. Price has been involved with fundraising work for more than two decades, helping to raise some $100 million dollars Continue Reading
Christmas Jazz Vocals by Local Composer
Written on December 14, 2017 at 9:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Last weekend, the San Juan Singers performed “Christmas at Our House” written by local composer Richard Hieronymus with lyricist Peggy Browning. A member of the chorus, Bert Dayton, arranged the song for the chorus. When asked about his song, Hieronymus said, “It’s funny how time flies. Peggy and I wrote that song back in 1967. Continue Reading
San Juan Preservation Trust Names New Executive Director
Written on December 13, 2017 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Angela Anderson to “Come Home” from Hawaii to the Salish Sea December 12, 2017 – The board of trustees of the San Juan Preservation Trust, a nonprofit land conservation organization based in Friday Harbor, announced today that it has hired Angela Anderson as its new executive director, effective February 12, 2018. Ms. Anderson will lead Continue Reading
Chamber Awards and Ferry Workers Appreciation Day
Written on December 12, 2017 at 1:55 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce held their annual awards banquet on Monday evening at Brickworks. In addition to the usual awards given out to various island businesses there was also a proclamation given by Mayor Carrie Lacher to the ferry workers for their service to the community. After an especially difficult year with Continue Reading
Nuts are Still Available
Written on December 12, 2017 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Nancy Fusare writes to let you know about the Presbyterian Church ladies group Mary Martha Circle annual nut sale. You can contact her directly at (360) 317-6592 to place your orders. Or, order forms are also available at the Presbyterian Church. Nancy adds that you can still get these in time for Christmas baking.
Paddling With Spirits: A Solo Kayak Journey
Written on December 9, 2017 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join Griffin Bay Bookstore at the San Juan Island Library on December 13th at 7:00 pm for an exciting evening with Lopezian Irene Skyriver when she presents her wonderful book, Paddling With Spirits, the story of her solo kayak trip from Alaska back to the islands. Inspired partly by her own spirit of adventure, and Continue Reading
Letter from the Superintendent
Written on December 8, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Greetings Students, Staff, Parents and Community Members: As 2017 comes to a close, I am excited to share some of the amazing things happening in our district. The implementation of the Balanced Literacy program at the elementary school is in full swing, the Turnbull Gym locker room remodel is complete and we have started our Continue Reading
Jo Bailey, Aug. 15, 1928 – Oct. 13, 2017
Written on December 6, 2017 at 8:15 pm, by Tim Dustrude
“The word ‘gusto’ could have been invented for her” Jo Bailey, who worked on the Friday Harbor Journal as a reporter and columnist for 12 years beginning in 1977, died October 13 in Port Townsend. She came here on her 30′ wooden sloop, Sea Witch, and despite having almost no newspaper experience persuaded Larry Duthie, Continue Reading
David Gimlett in Memoriam
Written on December 2, 2017 at 9:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dr. David Gimlett, a dedicated family physician for over 40 years, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2017 in Tacoma, WA. Born in Salt Lake City, David wanted to be a physician from age five on. He worked in hospitals during his later teens, then went on to medical education via a unique pathway: one Continue Reading
Merri Ann’s Lifestyle Videos
Written on January 10, 2018 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s another SJI Lifestyle video from Merri Ann Simonson at Coldwell Banker…
Taking a Stand
Written on January 9, 2018 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Yesterday San Juan Islanders took a stand In Olympia. Joined By Senator Kevin Ranker on the front steps of the State Capital building on the first day of the legislative session are Patrick Kirby, Jane Wentworth, Gretchen Alison, Liza Michaelson and Steve Porten. The group urged legislators to pass the Carbon Tax Bill, the Oil Continue Reading
Letter from Dr. Diaz
Written on January 6, 2018 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Editor: By proclamation of the governor, January is School Board Recognition Month. It’s a great time to recognize our elected community members who selflessly give their time and energy in support of high-quality public schooling for our youth. School board members in San Juan Island School District are entrusted by this community with responsibility Continue Reading
Island Bicycles is Closing
Written on January 3, 2018 at 5:57 am, by Tim Dustrude
After 31 years in business and 28 of those at its current location, Island Bicycles is closing. “It’s been a really good ride and it’s the best career I’ve ever had” says owner Paul Ahart, “but there comes a time where you begin to value your free time a little more and your money a Continue Reading
Home Trust Ends One Year and Begins Another with Big Land Donations
Written on January 3, 2018 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
>Editor’s note: The number of homes at the Soll property has been corrected to 30. The press release originally said 40 incorrectly… Last week on December 29th, the San Juan Community Home Trust received a donation of a parcel of land in Friday Harbor. The property, at the corner of Tucker and McDonald Streets, is Continue Reading
Lovel Pratt Joins Friends Of The San Juans
Written on January 2, 2018 at 7:03 pm, by Tim Dustrude
January 2, 2018 – Today Friends of the San Juans (Friends) announces the addition of Lovel Pratt as Director of Friends’ Marine Protection Program. Lovel Pratt comes to Friends from Mulno Cove Consulting, where her work focused on safe shipping advocacy, reducing vessel traffic impacts, and oil spill prevention. She is a founding member of Continue Reading
Duncan Says Thanks
Written on December 28, 2017 at 12:12 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a letter of appreciation from Duncan Wilson… It has been a very busy year in the Town of Friday Harbor. We completed the Water Transmission project, rebuilt Park Street, added a number of sidewalks and constructed a new Pocket Park on Spring Street. Sometimes lost in the busy summer, ongoing construction and the crush Continue Reading
Katie Loring to be Sworn In as New Judge
Written on December 27, 2017 at 10:23 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County Superior Court announces the Swearing-In Ceremony for San Juan County’s next Superior Court Judge, Kathryn C. Loring. Friday, December 29, 2017 at 4:30 pm in the Superior Courtroom at San Juan County Courthouse, 350 Court Street, Friday Harbor. Reception to follow at the San Juan Island Grange, 152 1st Street, Friday Harbor from Continue Reading
New CPA for Lake Kennedy McCulloch
Written on December 26, 2017 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Lake Kennedy McCulloch CPAs, a certified public accounting firm, is pleased to announce the addition of Rob Banes, CPA to their established accounting and tax practice. Mr. Banes is an accomplished financial and tax accountant with more than 22 years of experience serving a variety of individual, business and nonprofit clients. Previously, he served as Continue Reading
2 Upcoming Girish Events
Written on December 26, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Kirtan Concert with Girish Friday, January 12, at 7:00 pm Island Souls Studio (formerly XYZ Studios) 689 Airport Center Road Tickets $25 in advance, at this link or $30 at the door Girish, an accomplished musician of many genres, former monk infused in spiritual practice, loving wordsmith linking lyrics and rhythm in a blissful musical Continue Reading
Farewell Mayor Lacher
Written on December 22, 2017 at 5:58 am, by Tim Dustrude
A large crowd of town and county residents gathered in Town Hall on Thursday to say thank you and farewell to Carrie Lacher, Friday Harbor’s first woman mayor. They thanked her for her many achievements as well as a new era of cooperation between the town, the county, the port, and others. She thanked the Continue Reading
Honoring Mayor Carrie Lacher
Written on December 18, 2017 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Everyone is welcome to attend an open house at Town Hall on Thursday, December 21, 2017 from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. We are honoring Mayor Carrie Lacher for her wonderful years of public service to the Town.
December EMT of the Month
Written on December 18, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Congratulations to Matthew Wickey the December EMT of the month! Matthew is the newest member of San Juan EMS having just passed his National EMT testing. Along with his interest in medicine, Matt has worked as an outdoor educator and conservation biologist for the past 20 years in a multitude of programs and projects centered Continue Reading
New Director of Development at SJCT
Written on December 15, 2017 at 10:17 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre’s new Director of Development has deep roots in both fundraising and the arts. Amy Price moved from Texas to Friday Harbor this summer in time for her daughter to begin high school. Price has been involved with fundraising work for more than two decades, helping to raise some $100 million dollars Continue Reading
Christmas Jazz Vocals by Local Composer
Written on December 14, 2017 at 9:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Last weekend, the San Juan Singers performed “Christmas at Our House” written by local composer Richard Hieronymus with lyricist Peggy Browning. A member of the chorus, Bert Dayton, arranged the song for the chorus. When asked about his song, Hieronymus said, “It’s funny how time flies. Peggy and I wrote that song back in 1967. Continue Reading
San Juan Preservation Trust Names New Executive Director
Written on December 13, 2017 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Angela Anderson to “Come Home” from Hawaii to the Salish Sea December 12, 2017 – The board of trustees of the San Juan Preservation Trust, a nonprofit land conservation organization based in Friday Harbor, announced today that it has hired Angela Anderson as its new executive director, effective February 12, 2018. Ms. Anderson will lead Continue Reading
Chamber Awards and Ferry Workers Appreciation Day
Written on December 12, 2017 at 1:55 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce held their annual awards banquet on Monday evening at Brickworks. In addition to the usual awards given out to various island businesses there was also a proclamation given by Mayor Carrie Lacher to the ferry workers for their service to the community. After an especially difficult year with Continue Reading
Nuts are Still Available
Written on December 12, 2017 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Nancy Fusare writes to let you know about the Presbyterian Church ladies group Mary Martha Circle annual nut sale. You can contact her directly at (360) 317-6592 to place your orders. Or, order forms are also available at the Presbyterian Church. Nancy adds that you can still get these in time for Christmas baking.
Paddling With Spirits: A Solo Kayak Journey
Written on December 9, 2017 at 5:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join Griffin Bay Bookstore at the San Juan Island Library on December 13th at 7:00 pm for an exciting evening with Lopezian Irene Skyriver when she presents her wonderful book, Paddling With Spirits, the story of her solo kayak trip from Alaska back to the islands. Inspired partly by her own spirit of adventure, and Continue Reading
Letter from the Superintendent
Written on December 8, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Greetings Students, Staff, Parents and Community Members: As 2017 comes to a close, I am excited to share some of the amazing things happening in our district. The implementation of the Balanced Literacy program at the elementary school is in full swing, the Turnbull Gym locker room remodel is complete and we have started our Continue Reading
Jo Bailey, Aug. 15, 1928 – Oct. 13, 2017
Written on December 6, 2017 at 8:15 pm, by Tim Dustrude
“The word ‘gusto’ could have been invented for her” Jo Bailey, who worked on the Friday Harbor Journal as a reporter and columnist for 12 years beginning in 1977, died October 13 in Port Townsend. She came here on her 30′ wooden sloop, Sea Witch, and despite having almost no newspaper experience persuaded Larry Duthie, Continue Reading
David Gimlett in Memoriam
Written on December 2, 2017 at 9:39 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dr. David Gimlett, a dedicated family physician for over 40 years, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2017 in Tacoma, WA. Born in Salt Lake City, David wanted to be a physician from age five on. He worked in hospitals during his later teens, then went on to medical education via a unique pathway: one Continue Reading