Posted October 2, 2015 at 5:50 am by Tim Dustrude
Today is the day! The Fish for Teeth Taco Team is setting up shop at the San Juan Island Community Theater, from 11-2.
The “tacos,” which are actually burritos, are stuffed with wild Alaskan rockfish (harvested from healthy stocks), fresh salsa from Pablito’s Taqueria, and other wholesome ingredients.
The tacos are a $7.00 suggested donation www.fishforteeth.com
Posted October 2, 2015 at 5:50 am by Tim Dustrude
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The San Juan Lions Club will be presenting a FREE community party, LIONS EYELAND FEST, on October 17th from 6:00 to 11:00 pm.
Here are some hEYElights of the event:
It is a family event – FREE ADMISSION
Tri-tip dinner is $20 and kids’ hot dogs dinners for $5!
Posted October 2, 2015 at 5:46 am by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a note from Susan Matthews, Executive Director of the San Juan Island Community Foundation…
Were you at the County Fair this year?
If so, you probably saw the Community Foundation’s booth inside the main building where we posted pictures of some islanders you may have recognized. Each person was quoted as saying something like: “I work here… and I give here” – or “This is our home… and we give here” – or “My business is here… and I give here”.
These people, and so many more just like them, are the heart and soul of your Community Foundation. Our vision statement says, in part, that we strive to “provide donors a focused approach to giving, empowering them to get involved with the causes they support and to have a more significant impact on their community.” Kind of a high-falutin’ way of saying: We help you share your good fortune and good will with others less fortunate – or support causes that maintain or improve the quality of our special island life.
To make sure our guidance to donors and volunteers is accurate, effective, and up-to-date, we recently undertook a three-month intensive study of community needs.
We didn’t do this by ourselves. Through a series of both public communications and personal invitations, we encouraged representatives of island organizations, non-profits, government, and individual members of the broad island community to become involved. That resulted in 128 islanders volunteering their time to attend several of the 28 total meetings addressing 8 different areas of concern. The goal was to identify the most pressing needs and, as a diverse yet cohesive group of community members, develop strategies to meet those needs.
OK, that’s done. So, what now? Continue Reading
Posted October 2, 2015 at 5:37 am by Tim Dustrude
Letter to the Editor
Last week the County Council announced that they will not be putting the proposed greenhouse regulations on the Council agenda. While it doesn’t mean the Council has dropped the issue for good, this is still good news. I choose to see it as an indication that the Council listened to islanders’ concerns about over-regulation without proof of substantive problems. For this, I thank the Council.
While the debate around the issue was contentious, I believe it was useful for shedding light on a host of local agricultural issues. For one, more people are now aware that the County has Right to Farm provisions (Land Use 18.30.050) currently on the books, and more now recognize that farm diversification, greenhouses and other contemporary farming tools are necessary for extending the growing season and making farms viable.
Isn’t it high-time to reconsider the importance of saving farms and supporting farmers? These issues are critical to many; to our hardworking farmers, but also to consumers, open-space advocates, environmental sustainability, food security, and preserving the rural character of the San Juans. Let’s continue to watch for and support local compliance with Right to Farm laws, and preserving farmland priorities in our community.
Sandy Strehlou
Committee for Diversified Agriculture
Posted October 2, 2015 at 5:35 am by Tim Dustrude
Mayor appoints Small as youth representative on arts commission. One position remains open.
Mayor Carrie Lacher is pleased to announce the appointment of Fiona Small to the Friday Harbor Arts Commission (FHAC). Small, a recent graduate of Spring Street International School, was selected to fill the youth representative position on the commission. She brings experience in performing arts, fine arts, photography, and writing.
“This position is an opportunity to introduce the next generation to public service, as well as to inject a youthful perspective into the public art process,” said Mayor Lacher. The youth commissioner serves a one-year term as a contributing but non-voting member of the commission.
The FHAC continues to seek one individual to complete a commission term ending December 31, 2015. This is a voting position. Those with experience, background or involvement with visual, performing, or literary art should provide a Letter of Interest to Mayor Lacher. Applicants may choose to include examples of their art or experience.
Application review will continue until the position is filled. For specifics on the responsibilities of the commission, applicants are advised to review the ordinance and policies posted under “Arts Commission” in the Agenda tab at the Town of Friday Harbor web site: www.fridayharbor.org.
Members of the FHAC represent the interests of the Town, community, and local artists and advise the Town Council on the cultivation, selection, acquisition, and placement of public art.
Questions and application letter should be directed to:
Town of Friday Harbor, ATTN: Julie Greene
60 Second Street / PO Box 219 / Friday Harbor, WA 98250
julie [@] fridayharbor [.] org
(360) 378-2810
Posted October 1, 2015 at 9:23 am by Tim Dustrude
Moonlit Clouds – Click to enlarge- This is what the sky looked like on our quiet street last night – Tim Dustrude photo
Did you happen to see the sky last night? We walked home from visiting with friends and were treated to this beautiful moonlit display. Just had to share it with you…
Posted October 1, 2015 at 9:21 am by Tim Dustrude
Ruth at WaterWorks Gallery shares this invitation with you…
Deriving his inspirations from organic forms, Tom’s works soar in their spaces and speak in quiet tones. Having worked in stone, wood and cast glass, he allows each particular medium to have a unique presence.
Tom’s juxtapositions of glass and basalt, water and granite, wood and gold speak with the confidence of form that we know as distinctly Tom Small.
The gallery will have approximately 15 new pieces, indoor and outdoor piece, wood, stone, steel, glass… large and small!
And yes there will be an opening reception on Saturday, October 3, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm. Please join us. The show runs October 3rd through 24th.
Posted October 1, 2015 at 9:16 am by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Community Theatre’s FREE On Book Readers Theatre series returns after its summer break with a comedy from one ofAmerica’s most successful playwrights. Neil Simon’s Fools will be read by island actors THIS Thursday, October 1 at 7:30 pm in the Gubelman.
Set in the small village of Kulyenchikov, Ukraine during the late 19th century, the story follows a schoolteacher, Leon Steponovich Tolchinsky, who takes a new job educating the daughter of the village doctor. Leon soon learns that there is a curse on the village that makes everyone stupid, but complications ensue when Leon falls in love with his pupil.
The reading is directed by Joy Van Camp and features Daniel Finn, Fiona Small, Dorie Heeren, Candace Gossen, Carolyn Haugen, Marie Hart, Shannon Kelley, Keith Keyser, Deb Langhans and John Davis.
Posted October 1, 2015 at 5:48 am by Tim Dustrude
The San Juan County Sheriff’s Department and County Council will celebrate a new level of security for County residents as it completes the Sheriff’s dispatch center’s connection with the Island County Emergency Services Command Center (ICOM). With the completion of extensive equipment and communication systems updates the two systems will be completely compatible and capable of backing each other up on a moment’s notice.
“Should we have a communications or equipment failure in our dispatch center, calls can instantly be routed to ICOM and their personnel will be able to temporarily dispatch fire, emergency medical and law enforcement resources seamlessly,” said Sheriff Ron Krebs.
System updates were begun in the San Juan County Enhanced 911 dispatch center in late 2013, after the Sheriff’s office received a grant to replace obsolete equipment. The program was expanded when the failure of a CenturyLink underwater cable showed the vulnerability of both the 911 dispatch and government telecommunications systems.
“We saw it as absolutely as a life safety issue and made it a budget priority,” said County Council Chair Bob Jarman. Continue Reading
Posted October 1, 2015 at 5:45 am by Tim Dustrude
Marianne Binetti – Contributed photo
Marianne Binetti, northwest horticultural expert, author of many gardening books, and host of KJOE-TV’s popular gardening and cooking show “Dig in Seattle”, will open the San Juan County Master Gardeners’ Fall Gardening Workshop on Saturday, October 10th, 2015, with a keynote presentation on “The Renovated Garden and Rejuvenated Gardener.”
This all-day workshop, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at Friday Harbor Middle School, features presentations from a wonderful slate of experienced horticultural experts and scientists, whose topics range from creating healthy garden soils to growing baby salad greens year-round.
For tickets, workshop and presenter descriptions, visit Brown Paper Tickets, or call WSU Extension office at 360-370-7663. Tickets are $35 pre-purchase or $40 at the door.
Posted October 1, 2015 at 5:42 am by Tim Dustrude
Island Rec Boys’ Basketball – Contributed photo
It is time to register for Island Rec’s Boy’s Basketball League, open to all boys in 3rd through 8th grades. The focus of this league is development and improvement of individual and team skills. Previous basketball experience is not required. All games are played on San Juan Island on Sunday afternoons in Turnbull Gym. Participants practice twice per week beginning the week of October 26th.
Register online at www.islandrec.org or stop by the Island Rec Office. Cost is $40 if registered by October 16; or $45 thereafter. Final deadline to register is October 21.
Call 378-4953 for more information about the league or if you are interested in volunteering as a coach.
Posted September 30, 2015 at 5:54 am by Tim Dustrude
Blood Moon and M/V Samish – Aaron Shepard photo
Just in case you’ve not seen enough photos yet of last Sunday’s Blood Moon (Lunar Eclipse), here’s one more – but we doubt you’ve seen one like this… This one was shot by Aaron Shepard down at the harbor while the WSF Samish was at the dock.
Thanks Aaron!
Posted September 30, 2015 at 5:49 am by Tim Dustrude
Join local singer, actress, director and educator Thérèse Finn for 3 movies from famed director Alfred Hitchcock: Spellbound, Vertigo, and Psycho.
Thérèse will share fun facts about the director, stars, and even bloopers to watch for. It’s entertaining and enlightening.
Come enjoy organic popcorn from the Friends of the Library and movie candy from your fellow viewers.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, October 2-4, at 7:00 pm.
San Juan Island Library salon, free.
Posted September 30, 2015 at 5:46 am by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor Fall Farm Parade, Chili Cook-Off And Seed Program, this Saturday, October 3rd.
Fall has arrived and the Friday Harbor Fall Farm Parade is just around the corner! The fifth annual parade will leave the Fairgrounds at 2:30 PM on October third, turn down Argyle and Spring Streets and head toward the Farmers Market at Brickworks.
Past parades have featured horses, farm trucks, goats and calves on leash, chickens in wagons, tractors, rolling bamboo groves, and plenty of just plain supporters of local food and farms.
This year’s parade theme is “Let my People Grow!” According to Roger Ellison, parade organizer, “Farmers and gardeners are fired up. I expect to see some rolling greenhouses, scarecrows, and pitchforks in the parade this year.”
Follow the parade to Brickworks for the Chili Cook-Off, which starts at 4:00 PM and features live music, fresh-pressed cider and of course some really good chili. For dessert, members of San Juan Island Grange #966 will be selling pies to raise money for a new deck at the Grange Hall.
Cap your day off with a 7:00 PM showing of the film Seeds of Time, presented by the Tragedy of the Commons Documentary Series, at the San Juan Island Grange Hall. Thor Hanson will be there with his book The Triumph of Seeds, and the Grange will be showing off its 2016 Seed Project and selling more pies.
For more information:
https://www.facebook.com/events/893243267397568/
https://www.facebook.com/events/636459313123206/
https://sjigrange.wordpress.com/2015/09/21/farm-parade-chili-cook-off-seed-program/
Posted September 30, 2015 at 5:43 am by Tim Dustrude
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Last March, a Cancer Caregivers Support Circle began meeting at Heritage Bank’s Community Meeting Room from 5:30-7 p.m. on selected Wednesdays each month, where those providing support to loved ones with cancer can process their experiences in a safe, confidential place – share their own challenges, triumphs, lessons, resources – & also listen deeply to others’ journeys.
The group is facilitated by Deb Langhans (of Wholistic Health Options). New members are welcome & encouraged to contact Deb about questions & registration.
Please see the attached flyer.
Posted September 30, 2015 at 5:43 am by Tim Dustrude
League of Women Voters of the San Juans Sponsor Election Forums
Once again, the League of Women Voters of the San Juans will sponsor forums where candidates and speakers on ballot issues will address the public, and take questions.
The schedule is as follows:
The deadline for registration for the Nov. 3 election is October 5. To register online go to: http://www.sos.wa.gov/elections/myvote/olvr.html
Ballots are mailed out previous to the start of the 18-day voting period on October 16.
For further information about the Nov. 3 election, go to https://wei.sos.wa.gov/county/sanjuan/en/Pages/default.aspx, or email elections [@] sanjuanco [.] com or phone (360) 378-3357.