Topic: People
Farmer-to-Farmer in Tajikistan
Written on September 8, 2019 at 6:00 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Bruce Gregory on volunteer assignment to Tajikistan… As I have been to Central Asia four times before on ACDI-VOCA Farmer-to-Farmer (F2F) assignments in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. I was contacted again and asked to return and work with the farmers in the Khatlon Province. I have agreed to travel to Tajikistan from Nov. 15-Dec. 8, 2019 Continue Reading
Louise Bryant: Stuart Island to Bolshevik Revolution
Written on September 4, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s that time once again for this month’s history column from the San Juan Historical Society and Museum… It’s not often that a tiny slice of local history becomes part of an international story of considerable fame, but this is one of them. The Stuart Island portion begins on March 27, 1909 when the mail Continue Reading
Business Closing
Written on September 4, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
It is with much sadness that Islanders Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation will be closing its doors on Friday, September 13, 2019 and will no longer be providing rehabilitation services. We have thoroughly enjoyed being part of the healthcare community and working with so many of you as patients, along with your families. Joyce Thomson will Continue Reading
“Export” Reunion
Written on September 3, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Back in 1981 in Friday Harbor, a group of high school grads joined up and formed a rock n roll band named Export. Members at different times included Dennis Michael, Rick Wiltse, Mike Ingalls, David (Rusty) Longley, Caitlin Suzanne, Greg Henion and Chris Lawson. And later this month at the Grange they are holding their Continue Reading
Artist and Educator Joins SJIMA Board
Written on September 1, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
New board member, Marney Reynolds brings to the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA) her love of art and education. Walking into the museum about 5 years ago she was “amazed and thrilled at the sight of this art showcase and someday dreamed of being a part of it.” Born and raised in Seattle, Continue Reading
Health Care Forum
Written on August 30, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
League of Women Voters to host health care forum The next League of Women Voters of the San Juans meeting will offer islanders a fresh look at what to expect as health care options change. The event titled “Update on Health Care: Two Points of View,” will be held from noon-2 p.m., Monday, September Continue Reading
Chamber Featured Member of the Month – Petro San Juan
Written on August 27, 2019 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Our featured member of the month is Petro San Juan. When we reached out to their employee, Danielle Cochran, she quickly gathered this information and current picture for our article. (And a big thank you Jim Horn for the picture below from one of his and Bob’s parties back in the late 90’s) Lin and Continue Reading
Piano at the Museum
Written on August 26, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Archipelago Collective will present an informal concert at the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA) on Friday, September 6 from 11:45 am to 1:00 pm. A free concert, open to the public, features the powerhouse piano team, Liz Dorman and Michael Smith, of the Archipelago Collective of the San Juans, playing four-hand piano works. Continue Reading
Author Event at the Library
Written on August 23, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Scent Keeper by Erica Bauermeister San Juan Island fans of Northwest author Erica Bauermeister take note: She’s returning to the island on Wednesday, August 28, 7:00 pm at the Library to present her latest novel, The Scent Keeper. Griffin Bay Bookstore and the San Juan Island Library are thrilled to host Erica again and Continue Reading
New Owners for Ravenhill Construction
Written on August 23, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Peter Kilpatrick has sold Ravenhill Construction, Inc. to longtime employees Credence Ross, Mike Murphy and Orion Powell. Peter will continue in a management role as a consultant for two years. This will allow the new partners to focus on supervision and completion of their individual construction projects and ensure a smooth transition. Ravenhill has been Continue Reading
Real Estate News with Merri Ann
Written on August 22, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Merri Ann Simonson checks in with another article covering real estate news… Excise Tax Increase, Decrease and Shift There will be a major change in real estate excise tax taking effect January 1, 2020 for the State of Washington. I have provided a link below to the Senate Bill which created this change to a Continue Reading
Paul Allen To Receive FHFF Lifetime Achievement Award
Written on August 21, 2019 at 8:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Film Festival is proud and excited to announce that the Andrew V. McLaglen Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented posthumously to Paul G. Allen for his outstanding contributions to the art of documentary filmmaking, television, and media. The award presentation, to be held during the Festival’s Opening Night Gala on October 25 at Continue Reading
Letters
Written on August 21, 2019 at 8:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the San Juan Update mailbag this morning we have this letter from Louise Dustrude… I was happy to see Steve Ulvi’s excellent, detailed defense of the Land Bank in the San Juan Update. I too have long appreciated the Land Bank for its preservation of beautiful public lands and for its careful stewardship of Continue Reading
Honoring Laurie Paul
Written on August 20, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
This story was contributed by Laurie’s aunt Carol Meyer… There are very few people in this world that have a “heart and soul” such as Laurie Paul. On August 20th, that heart and soul will be recognized by many living in Friday Harbor as they gather to celebrate her 50th birthday. Fortunately for Friday Harbor, Continue Reading
“Food Preserver” Awarded to Heidi
Written on August 19, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Heidi Mathisen is the winner of the ACE Food Preserver Award in the Food Preservation Department at the San Juan County Fair. Ace Hardware donated a Food Saver Vacuum Sealer as a special award to the Food Preservation Department as the grand prize in the Food Preservation Department This special award goes to the exhibitor Continue Reading
Letters
Written on August 19, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the San Juan Update mailbag today we find this letter from Steve Ulvi… Tilting with Windmills on San Juan Island I am compelled to respond to a recent inflammatory opinion piece by the editor in one of our local media outlets. And now another in the last few days. The gist of these is Continue Reading
Island Senior: Frank Mullis Navigates August Traffic
Written on August 16, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… It is August on San Juan Island. The roads are dusty and the traffic is wild. This time of year dodging mopeds and navigating around long lines of bicycling tourists can fray an islander’s nerves. If you are tempted Continue Reading
Considering Buying an Investment Property?
Written on August 13, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Merri Ann Simonson checks in again with real estate news and tips… Vacation Rental Versus Long Term Rental Now would be a good time to purchase property held for investment and due to market conditions, a rental home in the San Juans would be the best investment. We are not like the metropolitan areas nearby Continue Reading
Another Award for Susan
Written on August 12, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Keith Busha reports more good news for Susan Williams… Dear San Juan Update, It was announced last Sunday that Susan Williams won another award at the Anacortes Art Festival. This time it was the People’s Choice Award. It was especially meaningful to her because it represents the feeling of the viewers that passed thru the Continue Reading
Heart-felt thanks to the Stand Up Men
Written on August 10, 2019 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag, here’s a letter to you from Dave Dunaway… Four years ago a simple fundraising idea on San Juan Island sparked an inspirational movement among men. That idea was to see if 100 men would take a public stand against domestic violence by donating $100 to DV/SAS of the San Juans Continue Reading
Islands Heartbeats SJI
Written on August 9, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
An unforgettable photographic journey through the natural wonders of San Juan Island, Washington. Written and photographed by Julie McIntire Corey. This is the must-have book of the summer! Islands Heartbeats is 272 pages with 330 spectacular photographs and stories that will make your heart beat. JulieC is one of those rare individuals that can Continue Reading
Bruce Hansen
Written on August 9, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bruce Hansen passed away on July 5, 2019. He would want everyone to: Honor your commitments; Pay your bills on time; Practice random acts of kindness*; and Remember what Thumper Rabbit’s mother said, “If you can’t say something nice, don’t say nothin’ at all.” Bruce’s wife Francie is looking forward to hearing your remembrances at Continue Reading
Farmer-to-Farmer in Tajikistan
Written on September 8, 2019 at 6:00 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Bruce Gregory on volunteer assignment to Tajikistan… As I have been to Central Asia four times before on ACDI-VOCA Farmer-to-Farmer (F2F) assignments in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. I was contacted again and asked to return and work with the farmers in the Khatlon Province. I have agreed to travel to Tajikistan from Nov. 15-Dec. 8, 2019 Continue Reading
Louise Bryant: Stuart Island to Bolshevik Revolution
Written on September 4, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s that time once again for this month’s history column from the San Juan Historical Society and Museum… It’s not often that a tiny slice of local history becomes part of an international story of considerable fame, but this is one of them. The Stuart Island portion begins on March 27, 1909 when the mail Continue Reading
Business Closing
Written on September 4, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
It is with much sadness that Islanders Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation will be closing its doors on Friday, September 13, 2019 and will no longer be providing rehabilitation services. We have thoroughly enjoyed being part of the healthcare community and working with so many of you as patients, along with your families. Joyce Thomson will Continue Reading
“Export” Reunion
Written on September 3, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Back in 1981 in Friday Harbor, a group of high school grads joined up and formed a rock n roll band named Export. Members at different times included Dennis Michael, Rick Wiltse, Mike Ingalls, David (Rusty) Longley, Caitlin Suzanne, Greg Henion and Chris Lawson. And later this month at the Grange they are holding their Continue Reading
Artist and Educator Joins SJIMA Board
Written on September 1, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
New board member, Marney Reynolds brings to the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA) her love of art and education. Walking into the museum about 5 years ago she was “amazed and thrilled at the sight of this art showcase and someday dreamed of being a part of it.” Born and raised in Seattle, Continue Reading
Health Care Forum
Written on August 30, 2019 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
League of Women Voters to host health care forum The next League of Women Voters of the San Juans meeting will offer islanders a fresh look at what to expect as health care options change. The event titled “Update on Health Care: Two Points of View,” will be held from noon-2 p.m., Monday, September Continue Reading
Chamber Featured Member of the Month – Petro San Juan
Written on August 27, 2019 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
Our featured member of the month is Petro San Juan. When we reached out to their employee, Danielle Cochran, she quickly gathered this information and current picture for our article. (And a big thank you Jim Horn for the picture below from one of his and Bob’s parties back in the late 90’s) Lin and Continue Reading
Piano at the Museum
Written on August 26, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Archipelago Collective will present an informal concert at the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA) on Friday, September 6 from 11:45 am to 1:00 pm. A free concert, open to the public, features the powerhouse piano team, Liz Dorman and Michael Smith, of the Archipelago Collective of the San Juans, playing four-hand piano works. Continue Reading
Author Event at the Library
Written on August 23, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Scent Keeper by Erica Bauermeister San Juan Island fans of Northwest author Erica Bauermeister take note: She’s returning to the island on Wednesday, August 28, 7:00 pm at the Library to present her latest novel, The Scent Keeper. Griffin Bay Bookstore and the San Juan Island Library are thrilled to host Erica again and Continue Reading
New Owners for Ravenhill Construction
Written on August 23, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Peter Kilpatrick has sold Ravenhill Construction, Inc. to longtime employees Credence Ross, Mike Murphy and Orion Powell. Peter will continue in a management role as a consultant for two years. This will allow the new partners to focus on supervision and completion of their individual construction projects and ensure a smooth transition. Ravenhill has been Continue Reading
Real Estate News with Merri Ann
Written on August 22, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Merri Ann Simonson checks in with another article covering real estate news… Excise Tax Increase, Decrease and Shift There will be a major change in real estate excise tax taking effect January 1, 2020 for the State of Washington. I have provided a link below to the Senate Bill which created this change to a Continue Reading
Paul Allen To Receive FHFF Lifetime Achievement Award
Written on August 21, 2019 at 8:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Film Festival is proud and excited to announce that the Andrew V. McLaglen Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented posthumously to Paul G. Allen for his outstanding contributions to the art of documentary filmmaking, television, and media. The award presentation, to be held during the Festival’s Opening Night Gala on October 25 at Continue Reading
Letters
Written on August 21, 2019 at 8:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the San Juan Update mailbag this morning we have this letter from Louise Dustrude… I was happy to see Steve Ulvi’s excellent, detailed defense of the Land Bank in the San Juan Update. I too have long appreciated the Land Bank for its preservation of beautiful public lands and for its careful stewardship of Continue Reading
Honoring Laurie Paul
Written on August 20, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
This story was contributed by Laurie’s aunt Carol Meyer… There are very few people in this world that have a “heart and soul” such as Laurie Paul. On August 20th, that heart and soul will be recognized by many living in Friday Harbor as they gather to celebrate her 50th birthday. Fortunately for Friday Harbor, Continue Reading
“Food Preserver” Awarded to Heidi
Written on August 19, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Heidi Mathisen is the winner of the ACE Food Preserver Award in the Food Preservation Department at the San Juan County Fair. Ace Hardware donated a Food Saver Vacuum Sealer as a special award to the Food Preservation Department as the grand prize in the Food Preservation Department This special award goes to the exhibitor Continue Reading
Letters
Written on August 19, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the San Juan Update mailbag today we find this letter from Steve Ulvi… Tilting with Windmills on San Juan Island I am compelled to respond to a recent inflammatory opinion piece by the editor in one of our local media outlets. And now another in the last few days. The gist of these is Continue Reading
Island Senior: Frank Mullis Navigates August Traffic
Written on August 16, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update written by Peggy Sue McRae… It is August on San Juan Island. The roads are dusty and the traffic is wild. This time of year dodging mopeds and navigating around long lines of bicycling tourists can fray an islander’s nerves. If you are tempted Continue Reading
Considering Buying an Investment Property?
Written on August 13, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Merri Ann Simonson checks in again with real estate news and tips… Vacation Rental Versus Long Term Rental Now would be a good time to purchase property held for investment and due to market conditions, a rental home in the San Juans would be the best investment. We are not like the metropolitan areas nearby Continue Reading
Another Award for Susan
Written on August 12, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Keith Busha reports more good news for Susan Williams… Dear San Juan Update, It was announced last Sunday that Susan Williams won another award at the Anacortes Art Festival. This time it was the People’s Choice Award. It was especially meaningful to her because it represents the feeling of the viewers that passed thru the Continue Reading
Heart-felt thanks to the Stand Up Men
Written on August 10, 2019 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag, here’s a letter to you from Dave Dunaway… Four years ago a simple fundraising idea on San Juan Island sparked an inspirational movement among men. That idea was to see if 100 men would take a public stand against domestic violence by donating $100 to DV/SAS of the San Juans Continue Reading
Islands Heartbeats SJI
Written on August 9, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
An unforgettable photographic journey through the natural wonders of San Juan Island, Washington. Written and photographed by Julie McIntire Corey. This is the must-have book of the summer! Islands Heartbeats is 272 pages with 330 spectacular photographs and stories that will make your heart beat. JulieC is one of those rare individuals that can Continue Reading
Bruce Hansen
Written on August 9, 2019 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Bruce Hansen passed away on July 5, 2019. He would want everyone to: Honor your commitments; Pay your bills on time; Practice random acts of kindness*; and Remember what Thumper Rabbit’s mother said, “If you can’t say something nice, don’t say nothin’ at all.” Bruce’s wife Francie is looking forward to hearing your remembrances at Continue Reading