Topic: Recreation
4th of July Parade Theme Announced
Written on April 19, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the theme for the 2017 Independence Day Parade in Friday Harbor: “America… All That We Share”, celebrating our community and the common ideals that connect us. While observing America’s independence, the parade will honor OUR island community and the amazing people and organizations that Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on April 18, 2017 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor pathways: Meet Tim Dustrude; town resident, Photographer and Editor. He will lead us through some of the neighborhood foot paths in downtown Friday Harbor. Tim walks whenever he can and will tell us about his passion for making Friday Harbor a more walkable place. Saturday, April 22, 2017 from 1-4pm. Meet at the Continue Reading
Hanging Basket Class
Written on April 18, 2017 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Plant Now For Summer Glory! 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 to bring a favorite hanging container. Continue Reading
Easter Egg Hunt 2017
Written on April 16, 2017 at 3:14 pm, by Tim Dustrude
A beautiful day for an Easter Egg Hunt. Check out these photos below.
Spring Plant Sale
Written on April 14, 2017 at 8:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hundreds of organic vegetable starts and perennials, all lovingly grown and nurtured by San Juan County Master Gardeners, will be on sale at the Mullis Center, Saturday May 13th at 9am – just in time for Mother’s Day! The Master Gardeners choose vegetables they love. They love them because they grow well in our climate, Continue Reading
Earth Day Celebration at Brickworks
Written on April 13, 2017 at 10:07 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mix & Mingle At Green Drinks Birthday Party And Earth Day Celebration Passion for clean environment and local food? Join us at Brickworks on April 20th Earth Day is Saturday, April 22nd, but let’s start celebrating early! If you have a passion for the environment, food, farming, and camaraderie, you are invited to join in Continue Reading
CATS Gourmet Bake Sale April 15
Written on April 12, 2017 at 5:22 am, by Tim Dustrude
Homemade holiday treats, a Spring raffle basket and a chance to win a very special cake are part of the Community Arts Theatre Society’s (CATS) annual Elegant Edibles on Saturday, April 15. The gourmet bake sale is from 10 a.m. to 12 noon in the San Juan Community Theatre’s lobby and features dozens of elegantly Continue Reading
Double Mountain Brewery Dinner at Coho
Written on April 10, 2017 at 5:23 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join Coho Restaurant on April 21st for their first ever dinner and beer tasting with Double Mountain Brewery. These beers are one of a kind – featuring Belgian yeast and Northwest hop character. Chef Bill is devising an appetizing menu to pair with Double Mountain Brewery’s bold flavors. Seating is at 6:00 pm and space is limited. Continue Reading
Calling All Local Performers
Written on April 8, 2017 at 5:21 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Fair calls for local performer applications Calling all performers for the 2017 San Juan County Fair, applications are being accepted. Performers from the San Juan Islands and surrounding areas are encouraged to apply online now! The 2017 San Juan County Fair will be held Wednesday through Saturday, August 16th-19th at the Continue Reading
Sailing Foundation Fundraiser
Written on April 7, 2017 at 5:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
Debbi Fincher writes in support of the Youth Sailing Club… The annual San Juan Island Sailing Foundation Fundraiser which supports our Youth Sailing Programs – both Island Rec Summer Sailing classes on Percich Pond and Teen Sailing Team out on the water at Jackson’s Beach – is coming up on May 4th at the SJI Yacht Club. Continue Reading
7th Annual Procession of the Species
Written on April 6, 2017 at 5:16 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Saturday, April 22, Lopez Island Conservation Corps (LICC) invites the community to join in on the seventh annual Procession of the Species. The Procession kicks off promptly at 3:30 pm, so plan to arrive at 3:00 to get set up. To participate in the procession, all you need is a costume or adornments that Continue Reading
‘Terrestrial Managers’ Meet, Compare Notes, and Share Resources
Written on April 5, 2017 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
Managers of conservation lands in the county met Thursday and Friday at the Grange, in their sixth annual meeting to compare notes and collaborate. Their breaks were not called coffee breaks or restroom breaks, but “networking breaks.” Representatives of the National Historical Park, the San Juan Islands National Monument, the State Parks, the Department of Continue Reading
Garden Club Excursion to Evergreen Arboretum
Written on April 3, 2017 at 5:22 am, by Tim Dustrude
What is a Nativar? Join us and learn about the latest craze in gardening – Nativars- improved cultivars of native plants. Breeders have taken natives and tweaked them to bloom longer, grow tidier, have more colorful foliage and be more disease resistant. Date: April 15, 2017 Location: Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens Time: Eastbound 8:00AM ferry Westbound 8:20 PM ferry Cost: Continue Reading
Taylor 2 Dance Troupe
Written on March 30, 2017 at 5:20 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Taylor 2 dance troupe arrives in Friday Harbor Sunday, April 2 for both a free master dance class for all ages (2:00 pm) and an evening performance (7:30 pm) at San Juan Community Theatre. One of the “grandfathers” of American modern dance, choreographer Paul Taylor established Taylor 2 in 1993 to ensure that his Continue Reading
A Poetry Walk Up Mount Grant Preserve
Written on March 22, 2017 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
April is Poetry Month – let’s celebrate the poetry of nature! The Poetry Walk will feature readings by local poetry lovers of nature-inspired poems as we enjoy a leisurely stroll to the summit of Mount Grant Preserve where visiting Washington State Poet Laureate, Tod Marshall, will share some of his favorites. Note: the mile walk to Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on March 20, 2017 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
A million-mile walk: Join National Parks Education Specialist, Raena Parsons, on a journey millions of years in the past. We will investigate the geologic forces that shaped San Juan Island, demonstrate plate tectonics (with cookies–yum!), and discuss earthquakes and other geologic hazards in our region. Comfortable hiking shoes, warm layers, and a sense of adventure Continue Reading
4th of July Parade Theme Announced
Written on April 19, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the theme for the 2017 Independence Day Parade in Friday Harbor: “America… All That We Share”, celebrating our community and the common ideals that connect us. While observing America’s independence, the parade will honor OUR island community and the amazing people and organizations that Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on April 18, 2017 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor pathways: Meet Tim Dustrude; town resident, Photographer and Editor. He will lead us through some of the neighborhood foot paths in downtown Friday Harbor. Tim walks whenever he can and will tell us about his passion for making Friday Harbor a more walkable place. Saturday, April 22, 2017 from 1-4pm. Meet at the Continue Reading
Hanging Basket Class
Written on April 18, 2017 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
Plant Now For Summer Glory! 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 to bring a favorite hanging container. Continue Reading
Easter Egg Hunt 2017
Written on April 16, 2017 at 3:14 pm, by Tim Dustrude
A beautiful day for an Easter Egg Hunt. Check out these photos below.
Spring Plant Sale
Written on April 14, 2017 at 8:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Hundreds of organic vegetable starts and perennials, all lovingly grown and nurtured by San Juan County Master Gardeners, will be on sale at the Mullis Center, Saturday May 13th at 9am – just in time for Mother’s Day! The Master Gardeners choose vegetables they love. They love them because they grow well in our climate, Continue Reading
Earth Day Celebration at Brickworks
Written on April 13, 2017 at 10:07 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mix & Mingle At Green Drinks Birthday Party And Earth Day Celebration Passion for clean environment and local food? Join us at Brickworks on April 20th Earth Day is Saturday, April 22nd, but let’s start celebrating early! If you have a passion for the environment, food, farming, and camaraderie, you are invited to join in Continue Reading
CATS Gourmet Bake Sale April 15
Written on April 12, 2017 at 5:22 am, by Tim Dustrude
Homemade holiday treats, a Spring raffle basket and a chance to win a very special cake are part of the Community Arts Theatre Society’s (CATS) annual Elegant Edibles on Saturday, April 15. The gourmet bake sale is from 10 a.m. to 12 noon in the San Juan Community Theatre’s lobby and features dozens of elegantly Continue Reading
Double Mountain Brewery Dinner at Coho
Written on April 10, 2017 at 5:23 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join Coho Restaurant on April 21st for their first ever dinner and beer tasting with Double Mountain Brewery. These beers are one of a kind – featuring Belgian yeast and Northwest hop character. Chef Bill is devising an appetizing menu to pair with Double Mountain Brewery’s bold flavors. Seating is at 6:00 pm and space is limited. Continue Reading
Calling All Local Performers
Written on April 8, 2017 at 5:21 am, by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Fair calls for local performer applications Calling all performers for the 2017 San Juan County Fair, applications are being accepted. Performers from the San Juan Islands and surrounding areas are encouraged to apply online now! The 2017 San Juan County Fair will be held Wednesday through Saturday, August 16th-19th at the Continue Reading
Sailing Foundation Fundraiser
Written on April 7, 2017 at 5:25 am, by Tim Dustrude
Debbi Fincher writes in support of the Youth Sailing Club… The annual San Juan Island Sailing Foundation Fundraiser which supports our Youth Sailing Programs – both Island Rec Summer Sailing classes on Percich Pond and Teen Sailing Team out on the water at Jackson’s Beach – is coming up on May 4th at the SJI Yacht Club. Continue Reading
7th Annual Procession of the Species
Written on April 6, 2017 at 5:16 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Saturday, April 22, Lopez Island Conservation Corps (LICC) invites the community to join in on the seventh annual Procession of the Species. The Procession kicks off promptly at 3:30 pm, so plan to arrive at 3:00 to get set up. To participate in the procession, all you need is a costume or adornments that Continue Reading
‘Terrestrial Managers’ Meet, Compare Notes, and Share Resources
Written on April 5, 2017 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
Managers of conservation lands in the county met Thursday and Friday at the Grange, in their sixth annual meeting to compare notes and collaborate. Their breaks were not called coffee breaks or restroom breaks, but “networking breaks.” Representatives of the National Historical Park, the San Juan Islands National Monument, the State Parks, the Department of Continue Reading
Garden Club Excursion to Evergreen Arboretum
Written on April 3, 2017 at 5:22 am, by Tim Dustrude
What is a Nativar? Join us and learn about the latest craze in gardening – Nativars- improved cultivars of native plants. Breeders have taken natives and tweaked them to bloom longer, grow tidier, have more colorful foliage and be more disease resistant. Date: April 15, 2017 Location: Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens Time: Eastbound 8:00AM ferry Westbound 8:20 PM ferry Cost: Continue Reading
Taylor 2 Dance Troupe
Written on March 30, 2017 at 5:20 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Taylor 2 dance troupe arrives in Friday Harbor Sunday, April 2 for both a free master dance class for all ages (2:00 pm) and an evening performance (7:30 pm) at San Juan Community Theatre. One of the “grandfathers” of American modern dance, choreographer Paul Taylor established Taylor 2 in 1993 to ensure that his Continue Reading
A Poetry Walk Up Mount Grant Preserve
Written on March 22, 2017 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
April is Poetry Month – let’s celebrate the poetry of nature! The Poetry Walk will feature readings by local poetry lovers of nature-inspired poems as we enjoy a leisurely stroll to the summit of Mount Grant Preserve where visiting Washington State Poet Laureate, Tod Marshall, will share some of his favorites. Note: the mile walk to Continue Reading
Know Your Island Walk
Written on March 20, 2017 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
A million-mile walk: Join National Parks Education Specialist, Raena Parsons, on a journey millions of years in the past. We will investigate the geologic forces that shaped San Juan Island, demonstrate plate tectonics (with cookies–yum!), and discuss earthquakes and other geologic hazards in our region. Comfortable hiking shoes, warm layers, and a sense of adventure Continue Reading