Topic: Recreation

Native Plant Sale and Expo

Written on March 3, 2017 at 5:46 am, by

The San Juan Islands Conservation District and Master Gardeners Foundation of SJC collaborate to bring you the annual Native Plant Sale and Expo. This year we are offering 16 species of native trees and shrubs. Come join us! Refreshments Vendors Educational exhibits Special day-of plant sales! Saturday March 11 from 9:00 am til noon at the Fairgrounds

Batter Up!

Written on March 2, 2017 at 5:50 am, by

Friday Harbor Baseball and Softball Association is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 2017 season! Spread the word!! Go to www.FHBSA.org to register for Baseball, Softball, T-Ball and/or Rookies. Options are available for Grades K-8.   And – Early registration will get your child a free pair of baseball/softball pants. (Early registration  Continue Reading

It’s Spay-ghetti Dinner Time Again!

Written on February 27, 2017 at 5:55 am, by

This year our annual event lands on Fat Tuesday, and in celebration we will host the Spay-Ghetti & Mardi Paw Dinner on February 28th. Wear your best Mardi Gras beads and we will see All Two Legged family and friends of the APS to enjoy a night of italian cuisine, music and fun in support  Continue Reading

Parks Report Part One

Written on February 24, 2017 at 5:51 am, by

The trails and open spaces on the island are popular with both residents and visitors, but they don’t just appear out of nowhere. Where does the money come from to keep them open? What can members of the public do to help? This is the first in a series of reports by Louise Dustrude trying  Continue Reading

Carnevale

Written on February 23, 2017 at 5:52 am, by

Just got this note from Sarah Hansen to share with you… Carnevale – A Masquerade Ball at the Fairgrounds this Saturday! Carnevale, a Venetian-themed masquerade ball kicks off its first annual bash this Saturday, February 25th at 7:30 pm at the Fairgrounds main building. The host is a fledgling non-profit, On Sacred Ground, hoping to build Carnevale to an  Continue Reading

Julie Teaches Dancing

Written on February 20, 2017 at 5:54 am, by

Spring Street School 2012 graduate and long time islander Julie Hagn is back from college and teaching dance at Dance Workshop 2. Passionate about dancing which she says is her first love, Julie has been dancing since the age of 3. She was classically trained in ballet when living in California and then, after moving here at  Continue Reading

Know Your Island Walk

Written on February 20, 2017 at 5:42 am, by

Join Mike Vouri on a walk that encompasses several trails and stories, from the First Nations and American Indians, to the Royal Marines and U.S. and British settlers (with a little nature too). Saturday, February 25th from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Meet at the English Camp parking lot. Dogs on leashes okay. For more information,  Continue Reading

Rescheduled: Knowledge Bowl 2017

Written on February 14, 2017 at 3:47 pm, by

After having to cancel last week due to weather, the Knowledge Bowl has been rescheduled… The 23rd annual Knowledge Bowl will be held on Monday, March 6, at the Community Theatre. Our fabulous Friday Harbor Jazz Band will begin performing at 6:30 and the FH High School PTA will be offering baked treats in the lobby before  Continue Reading

Mount Grant Preserve Scoping Meeting

Written on February 14, 2017 at 12:08 pm, by

An invitation from the Land Bank… Please join us with your vision for the future of Mount Grant. This is just the first step in the planning process and we want to be sure to start with input from the community: What kinds of trails and uses do you want to see? How often should  Continue Reading

Children’s Festival Theme & Poster Contest

Written on February 14, 2017 at 11:52 am, by

Mark your calendars, folks! San Juan Island’s 27th Annual Children’s Festival is happening Saturday, May 6th, 2017! We are pleased to announce…  Around the World Island Rec needs your help to design the poster for this year’s Children’s Festival! Kids of all ages are invited to submit poster designs that incorporate this year’s festival theme. Artworks  Continue Reading

Tracks in the Snow

Written on February 9, 2017 at 1:15 pm, by

Shona Aitken,  the Education Coordinator at Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center shares this with you… Some people hate snow. All it means to them is cold temperatures, slippery roads and difficulty getting to and from work. Other people love it. They enjoy the beauty of falling flakes and the soft covering on trees and bushes, or can’t  Continue Reading

Miracle Swimming for Susan

Written on February 8, 2017 at 2:14 pm, by

In the SJ Update mailbag this afternoon we find this letter from Amy Wynn… For a mighty long time Susan Williamson has been the go-to person for teaching children how to swim. She’s coached youth through their sailing float tests, gently nudged reluctant youngsters into loving the water, encouraged our swim team kids, and reached out to bring swimming  Continue Reading

Family Nature Club

Written on February 8, 2017 at 5:52 am, by

For February, the Family Nature Club is promoting Nature Walk: Birds Join Shona Aitken from Wolf Hollow and become citizen scientists by participating in a global bird study. Counting birds is a fun, free, family-friendly way to discover and help the birds in your community. Meet at the Westside Lake parking lot, which is located on  Continue Reading

Valentine’s Day Dance!

Written on February 7, 2017 at 9:43 am, by

Are you looking for some evening fun on Valentine’s Day? Join us for dancing and great listening under the lights as we celebrate with the One More Time Band featuring singer Debbie Nash Strasser! Old Swing/Jazz standards with that big band sound will have you out on the dance floor or swaying in your seat!  Continue Reading

Island Rec – Father Daughter Dance

Written on January 31, 2017 at 5:55 am, by

Tickets are on sale for Island Rec’s 12th Annual Father Daughter Dance – a special occasion for girls of all ages to get dressed up and spend quality time with their dads, granddads, or other male role-models.   Treat your darling daughters to a special night out with music, dancing, and delicious appetizers & desserts! Girls receive  Continue Reading

Garden Planning Party

Written on January 27, 2017 at 5:48 am, by

Now is the time to think about what you would like to do in your garden this year. Join the San Juan Island Garden Club’s Garden Planning Party. There will be catalogs, items to trade or give away, left handed gloves, information on what grows best here, old well-loved tools, ideas you may want to  Continue Reading