Topic: Recreation
Art for Fun
Written on August 31, 2021 at 8:26 am, by Tim Dustrude
Enjoyment Guaranteed at Art For Fun at SJIMA Art for Fun is a great way to celebrate a birthday, share a date night, create team building, just enjoy a night out on your own or try your hand at making art. The two-hour, fun-filled art party takes place in a relaxed, interactive atmosphere. Budding artists follow Continue Reading
Thank You for Supporting the 2021 Virtual Fair!
Written on August 30, 2021 at 9:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Please accept our sincere appreciation for all County residents who participated in and enjoyed the 2021 Virtual Fair. Your Willingness, Flexibility and Creativity during these unique times is why the San Juan County Fair was a success! We are especially grateful to all our Superintendents and Volunteers who dedicated much time & energy in order Continue Reading
The Salish Seeds Project 2021 Fall Native Wildflower Sale
Written on August 30, 2021 at 9:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Salish Seeds Project’s popular, twice-annual wildflower sale is happening soon. Reserve plants online September 10 – 17, and pick them up on Saturday, October 2 at locations on Lopez, Orcas, and San Juan islands. All plants are produced locally by the Salish Seeds Project, a joint program of the San Juan County Land Bank Continue Reading
Garden Club First Meeting of the Year
Written on August 30, 2021 at 9:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Garden Club Meeting – September 7, 2021 at 1:00 We are excited to see you at the first meeting of the year on Tuesday, September 7 at 1:00. We will have the meeting outdoors at the Historical Society. No refreshments will be served but please feel free to bring your own beverage Continue Reading
Boaters Play Critical Role in Protecting Endangered Whales
Written on August 24, 2021 at 4:01 pm, by Tim Dustrude
FRIDAY HARBOR, WA. – Labor Day weekend is approaching, the last hurrah for many summer boaters before buckling down for the fall. As scores of vessels take to local waterways over the holiday, it’s an important time to stay vigilant and keep safe on the water. San Juan County’s Department of Environmental Stewardship calls on Continue Reading
Letters
Written on August 24, 2021 at 3:51 pm, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag today we have a Heads Up from Barnaby Zall about the RHNA Annual Picnic… After careful consideration, on Saturday, August 21, the Board of Directors of the Roche Harbor Neighborhood Association voted unanimously to cancel its 2021 Labor Day Isthmus Potluck Picnic, originally scheduled for Sept. 4. RHNA is a Continue Reading
Friday Harbor Film Festival Changes to a Livestream and On-Demand Event
Written on August 23, 2021 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dateline: Friday Harbor, WA Due to safety concerns, Friday Harbor Film Festival will present a scheduled livestream festival in mid-October, showing a program of feature documentaries and short films over 11 days, October 14 – 24 at FHFF.ORG. The festival will be divided into two sections: Livestream Festival will open with a special free live Continue Reading
“Sarah Tops” comes to the Sculpture Park
Written on August 20, 2021 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Please join us at the San Juan Islands Sculpture Park to see “Sarah Tops”, a juvenile triceratops, made of drift wood by Joe Treat, as well as new sculptures by Roger Small, Keith Keyser and James Burgess. The poppies are blooming, the weather is fine and the Sculpture Park is a safe outdoor adventure for Continue Reading
SJC Fair Says, “Lettuce Entertain Ewe”
Written on August 18, 2021 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County Virtual Fair “Lettuce Entertain Ewe” August 18th-21st is uploaded and ready for you to view! What does this year provide? Exhibits, Demos, Vendors and lots of entertainment! A quick reminder that the Fair is what participants and volunteers make it with their time, effort and creativity. Without the participation and support of Continue Reading
Trail Times: Summer, 2021 – Zylstra Lake Trail
Written on August 18, 2021 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Trail Times is a continuing series of articles introducing the Old Military Road Trail (OMRT), a proposed 18-21 mile cross-island non-motorized multi-use trail linking English Camp and American Camp and honoring the original Old Military Road. As the summer’s heat wanes, here’s a fun easy hike to get you out there. This approximately mile-and-a-half long Continue Reading
Birdwatching at the Sculpture Park
Written on August 16, 2021 at 9:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
This Wednesday, August 18th, you’re invited to join Phil Green at the San Juan Island’s Sculpture Park for a morning of birdwatching, from 8:00 to 10:00 am. Dress appropriately and don’t forget your binoculars!
San Juan Community Theatre to Host Fall Classes for All Ages and Reduced Tuition
Written on August 9, 2021 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre will finally be open to the public this fall. In addition to touring artist performances and the fall musical, Mamma Mia, SJCT will also be hosting multiple classes for all ages throughout the fall season. Regular classes are available for ages three and older. SJCT will also be hosting Drama Club Nights for families, middle school students, and adults. Continue Reading
Zylstra Lake Preserve Closed for Maintenance
Written on August 6, 2021 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Please excuse our dust while your Conservation Land Bank completes maintenance on the Zylstra Lake Preserve dam. Friday, August 5th, the Preserve will be closed to public access to complete a siphon installation.
Call for Sculpture Submissions Extended
Written on July 29, 2021 at 4:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Islands Sculpture Park, an independent 501 (c)(3) non-profit, will be accepting sculpture submissions this summer. All sculptors are welcome to submit works using the guidelines below between June 6th and Aug 11th, 2021. We do not require any biographical material with your submission. Sculptures will be selected on the merits of the art Continue Reading
Three Live Music Shows to hit the Fairgrounds Stage in August
Written on July 27, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County Fairgrounds San Juan County Fairgrounds is hosting a variety of in-person activities this August leading up to and during the county’s virtual fair. Saturday, Aug. 14: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Fair market and plant sale. 6-9 p.m., the Fair Summer Music Series in partnership with Going Left Music presents The Black Tones Continue Reading
Orcas Island Teams Up to Create New Playground
Written on July 27, 2021 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County Parks and Fair A new playground will be dedicated to residents and visiting children noon Saturday, Aug. 14 at the Village Green on Orcas Island. The Playground-on-the-Green is a product of Orcas Island’s imagination, energy and funding, and was constructed by Orcas artists Chuck Greening and Zackarya Leck. The playground design, Continue Reading
Art for Fun
Written on August 31, 2021 at 8:26 am, by Tim Dustrude
Enjoyment Guaranteed at Art For Fun at SJIMA Art for Fun is a great way to celebrate a birthday, share a date night, create team building, just enjoy a night out on your own or try your hand at making art. The two-hour, fun-filled art party takes place in a relaxed, interactive atmosphere. Budding artists follow Continue Reading
Thank You for Supporting the 2021 Virtual Fair!
Written on August 30, 2021 at 9:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Please accept our sincere appreciation for all County residents who participated in and enjoyed the 2021 Virtual Fair. Your Willingness, Flexibility and Creativity during these unique times is why the San Juan County Fair was a success! We are especially grateful to all our Superintendents and Volunteers who dedicated much time & energy in order Continue Reading
The Salish Seeds Project 2021 Fall Native Wildflower Sale
Written on August 30, 2021 at 9:29 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Salish Seeds Project’s popular, twice-annual wildflower sale is happening soon. Reserve plants online September 10 – 17, and pick them up on Saturday, October 2 at locations on Lopez, Orcas, and San Juan islands. All plants are produced locally by the Salish Seeds Project, a joint program of the San Juan County Land Bank Continue Reading
Garden Club First Meeting of the Year
Written on August 30, 2021 at 9:24 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island Garden Club Meeting – September 7, 2021 at 1:00 We are excited to see you at the first meeting of the year on Tuesday, September 7 at 1:00. We will have the meeting outdoors at the Historical Society. No refreshments will be served but please feel free to bring your own beverage Continue Reading
Boaters Play Critical Role in Protecting Endangered Whales
Written on August 24, 2021 at 4:01 pm, by Tim Dustrude
FRIDAY HARBOR, WA. – Labor Day weekend is approaching, the last hurrah for many summer boaters before buckling down for the fall. As scores of vessels take to local waterways over the holiday, it’s an important time to stay vigilant and keep safe on the water. San Juan County’s Department of Environmental Stewardship calls on Continue Reading
Letters
Written on August 24, 2021 at 3:51 pm, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag today we have a Heads Up from Barnaby Zall about the RHNA Annual Picnic… After careful consideration, on Saturday, August 21, the Board of Directors of the Roche Harbor Neighborhood Association voted unanimously to cancel its 2021 Labor Day Isthmus Potluck Picnic, originally scheduled for Sept. 4. RHNA is a Continue Reading
Friday Harbor Film Festival Changes to a Livestream and On-Demand Event
Written on August 23, 2021 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dateline: Friday Harbor, WA Due to safety concerns, Friday Harbor Film Festival will present a scheduled livestream festival in mid-October, showing a program of feature documentaries and short films over 11 days, October 14 – 24 at FHFF.ORG. The festival will be divided into two sections: Livestream Festival will open with a special free live Continue Reading
“Sarah Tops” comes to the Sculpture Park
Written on August 20, 2021 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Please join us at the San Juan Islands Sculpture Park to see “Sarah Tops”, a juvenile triceratops, made of drift wood by Joe Treat, as well as new sculptures by Roger Small, Keith Keyser and James Burgess. The poppies are blooming, the weather is fine and the Sculpture Park is a safe outdoor adventure for Continue Reading
SJC Fair Says, “Lettuce Entertain Ewe”
Written on August 18, 2021 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan County Virtual Fair “Lettuce Entertain Ewe” August 18th-21st is uploaded and ready for you to view! What does this year provide? Exhibits, Demos, Vendors and lots of entertainment! A quick reminder that the Fair is what participants and volunteers make it with their time, effort and creativity. Without the participation and support of Continue Reading
Trail Times: Summer, 2021 – Zylstra Lake Trail
Written on August 18, 2021 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Trail Times is a continuing series of articles introducing the Old Military Road Trail (OMRT), a proposed 18-21 mile cross-island non-motorized multi-use trail linking English Camp and American Camp and honoring the original Old Military Road. As the summer’s heat wanes, here’s a fun easy hike to get you out there. This approximately mile-and-a-half long Continue Reading
Birdwatching at the Sculpture Park
Written on August 16, 2021 at 9:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
This Wednesday, August 18th, you’re invited to join Phil Green at the San Juan Island’s Sculpture Park for a morning of birdwatching, from 8:00 to 10:00 am. Dress appropriately and don’t forget your binoculars!
San Juan Community Theatre to Host Fall Classes for All Ages and Reduced Tuition
Written on August 9, 2021 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre will finally be open to the public this fall. In addition to touring artist performances and the fall musical, Mamma Mia, SJCT will also be hosting multiple classes for all ages throughout the fall season. Regular classes are available for ages three and older. SJCT will also be hosting Drama Club Nights for families, middle school students, and adults. Continue Reading
Zylstra Lake Preserve Closed for Maintenance
Written on August 6, 2021 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Please excuse our dust while your Conservation Land Bank completes maintenance on the Zylstra Lake Preserve dam. Friday, August 5th, the Preserve will be closed to public access to complete a siphon installation.
Call for Sculpture Submissions Extended
Written on July 29, 2021 at 4:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Islands Sculpture Park, an independent 501 (c)(3) non-profit, will be accepting sculpture submissions this summer. All sculptors are welcome to submit works using the guidelines below between June 6th and Aug 11th, 2021. We do not require any biographical material with your submission. Sculptures will be selected on the merits of the art Continue Reading
Three Live Music Shows to hit the Fairgrounds Stage in August
Written on July 27, 2021 at 5:00 am, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County Fairgrounds San Juan County Fairgrounds is hosting a variety of in-person activities this August leading up to and during the county’s virtual fair. Saturday, Aug. 14: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Fair market and plant sale. 6-9 p.m., the Fair Summer Music Series in partnership with Going Left Music presents The Black Tones Continue Reading
Orcas Island Teams Up to Create New Playground
Written on July 27, 2021 at 4:30 am, by Hayley Day
From San Juan County Parks and Fair A new playground will be dedicated to residents and visiting children noon Saturday, Aug. 14 at the Village Green on Orcas Island. The Playground-on-the-Green is a product of Orcas Island’s imagination, energy and funding, and was constructed by Orcas artists Chuck Greening and Zackarya Leck. The playground design, Continue Reading