Topic: Recreation

4th of July Parade Dignitaries Announced

Written on May 5, 2017 at 5:43 am, by

Friday Harbor, WA – The San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the Grand Marshal and Honored Citizens for the 2017 Independence Day Parade in Friday Harbor. In keeping with the theme “America…All That We Share”, the Grand Marshal will be Carolyn Haugen, a writer, educator, art enthusiast, community activist and volunteer.  Continue Reading

Powder Rule

Written on May 4, 2017 at 9:10 pm, by

According to a Warren Miller ski film we watched several years ago, it is quite possible when in the Tahoe area to find many businesses closed with signs hanging on their doors saying “Powder Rule” when mother nature dumps beautiful, fluffy powder snow at the local ski resort. Well, it wasn’t beautiful fluffy powder here  Continue Reading

Birding with Barbara Jensen

Written on May 3, 2017 at 4:34 pm, by

Next Wednesday, May 10th at 7 pm at the Library, noted bird expert Barbara Jensen of San Juan Islands Audubon will give an introduction to basic birdwatching: how, what, when, and where to look at birds on San Juan Island! And also, just added  – Barbara invites you to an event this weekend. Here she  Continue Reading

Children’s Festival – Around the World

Written on May 3, 2017 at 11:23 am, by

Island Rec is pleased to announce that the 27th Annual Children’s Festival is this Saturday May 6, 2017! Dozens of community organizations will be providing all kinds of hands-on activities: Create your own passport with Rotary Paper airplanes with Island Air Ambulance African necklaces with St. David’s and many more. Island Rec is providing a  Continue Reading

Adventures in Boating

Written on May 3, 2017 at 5:47 am, by

Spring on board with a one day course and get your Boater Education Card! Course information: “Adventures in Boating” 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, 13 May (Saturday) Mullis Fire Station (1011 Mullis Street, Friday Harbor, WA) NO COST for course!! Instructors from San Juan County Sheriff’s Office and USCG Auxiliary. Bring a sack lunch and your interest  Continue Reading

Island Rec – Summer Soccer with FHFC

Written on April 29, 2017 at 5:47 am, by

Friday Harbor FC (FHFC) and Island Rec are very excited to announce a new partnership. This summer we will be offering two new youth soccer camps: Western Washington University Summer Soccer Camp and Summer Soccer Technical Training with Coach Van. Western Washington University Soccer Camp: This camp will provide players a unique opportunity to receive  Continue Reading

Pigs, Plants, and Pickett: A Peek into San Juan Islands History

Written on April 29, 2017 at 5:45 am, by

The Visitor’s Bureau shares this announcement of how “History Lives Here” brings island stories to life in May… Who would have thought a trespassing pig could start a war? Only in Washington’s San Juan Islands. Discover this and other colorful stories during History Lives Here – National Historic Preservation Month www.visitsanjuans.com/history-lives-here in the San Juan  Continue Reading

Letter about the Horse Barn

Written on April 28, 2017 at 5:42 am, by

In the SJ Update mailbag today we have this letter from Nancy Ballmann… I am pleased to announce that the work will start on the barn again. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Jennifer Allen at the fairgrounds. We will soon be looking for volunteers to help with this project again  Continue Reading

Introducing the Master Gardener Interns

Written on April 27, 2017 at 5:52 am, by

Congratulations to the 19 community members who competed 60 hours of classroom and online training to become WSU San Juan County Master Gardeners.  As Master Gardener Interns, these volunteers will contribute 50 hours of service in their community, helping to identify plant problems, insects, and diseases, and provide research-based gardening information at Farmers Markets, Information Booths  Continue Reading

Hanging Basket Class

Written on April 27, 2017 at 5:44 am, by

Don’t forget – Reservations are required prior to April 28th – Participants in this class will assemble a 12” hanging container with growing medium, choice starter plants for sun or shade exposure and plenty of free advice. Bring your own gloves, tools, beverage and snack. Though a container and plants are provided you may choose  Continue Reading

A Rosy Day Out

Written on April 26, 2017 at 5:43 am, by

The SJI Garden club is offering another hosted excursion… Christianson’s Rosy Day out and LaConner The first stop on this excursion is LaConner. A beautiful destination with museums, unique shops and fine food for brunch or lunch. Then on to Christianson’s to hear Rebecca Reed, of David Austin Roses, describe characteristics and qualities of varieties.  Continue Reading

Art for Fun Program at SJIMA Starts in May

Written on April 25, 2017 at 5:50 am, by

The San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA) will kick of its 2017 Art for Fun program in May. Art for Fun is a “paint and sip” party for adults of all skill levels. The May classes are May 11, 17, 20 and 24. The painting “Hidden Meadows” will be painted on May 11 and  Continue Reading

She’s Back!  

Written on April 21, 2017 at 5:44 am, by

Susan Williamson is back from her Miracle Swimming Instructor training in Seattle and ready to share Miracle Swimming’s reliable, safe and fun system to help adults conquer their fear of water. Miracle Swimming is a new system of teaching — since 1983– that guarantees that adults who are afraid in water will learn to swim. We define learning  Continue Reading

Drive-In Season

Written on April 20, 2017 at 5:49 am, by

It’s almost that time of year again—Drive-In Season! This season, the San Juan County Fairgrounds is featuring three films: June 23rd: The Secret Life of Walter Mitty June 30th: Sixteen Candles July 7th: Star Wars: The Force Awakens Parking is first come, first served and will start at 8:30pm, taller vehicles and/or vehicles with storage  Continue Reading

Work Party on Cady Mountain Preserve

Written on April 20, 2017 at 5:40 am, by

Okay Oakies, this Sunday we have our work cut for us – Thom has big plans for Earth Day Weekend, so grab a buddy and lets get chopping! On the docket for Sunday is blackberry removal (bring those RUGGED gloves!) limbing and girdling trees and possibly even burning the piles from our last work party.  Continue Reading

Adult Softball

Written on April 20, 2017 at 5:38 am, by

Gail Seitz shares this announcement with you… Any Adult Softball players in Friday Harbor who are interested in putting some league play together this summer, please come out to the Elementary School Fields at 1:30 Sunday, April 23rd.  It’s a good time to shake the cobwebs out, do some pick up play and talk about the  Continue Reading