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Nicholas Corrin, author of the award-winning book The Power of Letting Go: transforming fear into love will present a workshop offering practical applications of the ideas in the book on Monday, October 6 from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm at the Brickworks.

Sponsored by the San Juan Island Agricultural Guild, San Juan Hospice, and the San Juan Food Co-op, the workshop is free to the public. The workshop is part of the Ag Guild’s Live Life Well Education Series.

About the Workshop
The workshop is designed for people who would like to transform blockages, physical challenges or frustrations into strengths and/or increased levels of health and are keen on living to their fullest potential. Taking the first step is often the greatest challenge, and this workshop is about getting you started. For more information on the workshop, contact Friday Harbor Holistic Health, (360) 375-7052, or email:
admin [@] FridayHarborHolisticHealth [.] com

About the Book
Recognized as a “must read, 5 star book,” The Power of Letting Go: transforming fear into love has received five awards in a swath of categories: USA Best Book Awards: Self-Help; Reader Views Reviewers Choice: Spirituality & Inspiration; Nautilus Book Awards: Science / Cosmology; Foreword Book of the Year Indiefab: Body / Mind / Spirit; National Indie Excellence Awards: Self-Help / Spiritual. It delivers stunning insights along with tools to shed stale beliefs and unconscious entrapments. It lights the way for a deeper connection to nature and to our true self.

About the Instructor
Nicholas Corrin is an author, teacher, healer, inventor, and public speaker. Born in the UK, Nicholas was educated in Europe and in the United States, and received formal training in Oriental Medicine, Ayurvedic Medicine, Renaissance Studies, Languages, Literature and Fine Art. Widely acknowledged as a pioneer in advanced alternative medicine, Nicholas’s patented modalities have been used to treat thousands of people for a wide variety of mind-body issues. He consults with clients nationally and internationally, and maintains a clinical practice in on San Juan Island where he resides. He conducts classes, workshops and trainings on self-healing techniques and energy cultivations. His signature Infinite Body™ System helps people take charge of their own health and live life to its fullest.

Contact:
Stephanie Prima 360.378-1188
admin [@] FridayHarborHolisticHealth [.] com

Nicholas Corrin 360.375-7052
info [@] FridayHarborHolisticHealth [.] com

Website: http://www.FridayHarborHolisticHealth.com

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The Island Harvest Chili Cook-Off is Saturday, October 11, 3:30pm-6:30pm, at Brickworks in Friday Harbor. Come and enjoy a delicious meal of chili prepared by fine, local chefs, shop at local artists’ Art Market, tap your toes to music by The Rocky Bay Boys, and linger in the Brickworks Beer Garden.

Dishing up their best meat and vegetarian chili will be Cask and Schooner, Duck Soup Inn, Friday Harbor High School Food for Thought, The Market Chef, Talking Horse Farm, and Mike’s Cafe and Wine Bar. Cornbread comes with the meal, and a press will be on hand to make fresh apple cider. There will be a fire pit to toast homemade marshmallows to create your own s’mores. The Brickworks Beer Garden will feature local wine, beer, and hard cider.

The public is invited to judge several categories of the best chili, followed by the “Crowning of the Chili Champ” at 6:00pm.
Tickets for the chili feast are $16 for adults and $10 for children under 12. Tickets may be purchased at the San Juan Island Farmers Market at the Sweet Earth Farm Booth, in town at The Market Chef and Griffin Bay Bookstore, and online at “Brown Paper Tickets”. The ticket price includes chili, fresh apple cider, cornbread, and s’mores.

The Art Market, music and beer garden are free and open to all.

The Island Harvest Chili Cook-off is part of “Savor the San Juans”, an October celebration sponsored by the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau. For more information contact Candace Jagel at [email protected] .

This week, Friday, October 3rd, it’s “An American Tail”. Parking begins at 6:30, show starts just after dusk. Arrive early for concessions and a raffle! Click here to see the event poster.

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There’s an artists’ reception coming up next Saturday, October 4th at Lavendera Day Spa at 7:00 pm.

See Patti Barker – Fiber Art, Penny Torkington – Quilts and Paintings and Lynne Mercer – Paintings.

Scarecrow Building
October 4, 10:00 – 1:00, Farmer’s Market/Brickworks
Fall is here and Island Rec is making half-size scarecrows at the Farmer’s Market. Enter your scarecrow creation in the Farm Parade as well. Island Rec will provide the materials needed, though you may bring old small clothes or other supplies you want to put on your own creation. This is a free event and fun for all ages.

Playing with a real fire truck – Tim Dustrude photo

Touch-a-Truck
October 10, 11:00-1:00pm, Elementary School
Start your engines and get ready for the ever popular, annual Touch-a-Truck event. Come climb behind the wheels of big rigs of all shapes and sizes, from dump trucks and hook lifts to fire trucks and an army vehicle. This is a don’t-miss-activity for kids of all sizes and ages on an early release school day. This is a free activity and Kiwanis is providing FREE hotdogs. We are also holding a free raffle for a ride in a patrol car.

Fall Adult Ed Programs

• Adult Archery – On Saturday/Sunday, Oct 4/5 renowned archer Kelby Anderson is teaching a small group archery class for adults 16+. Don’t miss this opportunity to work with this amazing archer ($58).
• Cooking Tricks of the Trade – Learn tips and tricks from chef Felicity Milne to make your kitchen and your cooking run just a little bit smoother. This is another amazing opportunity to work with an awesome expert; Saturday, Nov 1, 10:00 – 1:00pm ($54).
• Pottery Painting – Join Megan Yelle for an evening of learning to paint pottery at the Clay Café. Fee includes pottery piece and all supplies; Wed, Nov. 5 6:00 – 9:00pm ($35).

For questions please contact lowell [@] islandrec [.] org.
For more information call 378-4953 or visit www.islandrec.org.

We live in Paradise. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could enjoy it all day long, every day, whenever we wanted to? Unfortunately, we all have mundane chores and commitments just like everyone else. Sometimes the best we can do is to simply dream about it…

This video was inspired by the Pygmy Kayak Giveaway Contest, and it is actually the “Director’s Cut”. I did a shorter, 2 minute version of this for the contest entry, but I like this one better as I was able to expand on it a bit and show more of what I was thinking. I hope you enjoy it – I sure had fun making it.

Bear, Fish, Moon – 48″ x 48″ Oil on Panel, by Jaime Ellsworth

This year’s event happens October 4th and 5th and has a new focus on making it fun to wander around the Town of Friday Harbor. Local artists will be demonstrating their various talents to share with all. Follow Artstock signs around town and look for an Autumn Afterglow in the evenings. All participants will have an amber light glowing after the sun has set.

WaterWorks Gallery will feature a talk in the afternoon, 1pm to 3pm, by inspired aquatint artist, Stephen McMillan, He is renewed and invigorated by being in and moving through landscape. It is this sense of renewal that he seeks to share with others through his beautiful rich works on paper. Join him at the gallery for an evening reception from 4pm to 7pm.

Gallery 9 has a special Artstock opening for their featured exhibition by Gerry Newcomb, simply entitled “Island Glass.” Owner, Nina LeBaron will be on hand both days to share her felt making techniques. There will be a reception for Gerry Newcomb during the afterglow from 4pm to 7pm.

Island Studios shows hundreds of artists on a continuing basis. Local painter, Andria Rhine, will be on hand during the day from 3pm to 6pm.

Terry Ogle finally opened his new gallery this year! He is a much-loved islander with a passion for carving wood. He has many new watercolors to share also. His lust for life is infectious. He will be on hand both days and will be getting a glow on in the early evening.

Jamie Ellsworth invites the viewer to first look at the simplicity of her work, then beyond, opening a door to the imagination. Her studio will be open both days for all to meet with this treasured island artist.

Arctic Raven is pleased to have gallery favorite, Ron Aleck, demonstrate his fine line wood carving all afternoon. There will be a reception following from 5pm to 8pm. Music will be provided by local group, OPA.

The San Juan Islands Museum of Art will have a grand opening exhibition on February 14th, 2015. The first show, Illuminated, features extraordinary glass by legendary artist William Morris. Stop by to see the progress on the new atrium that will be glowing all weekend in anticipation. Look for the Artstock banner.

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Open Houses Set for 2015 Leadership Program

The chance for San Juan County residents to learn more about their community and themselves returns, as Leadership San Juan Islands (LSJI) prepares for its eleventh year.

Applications for the county-wide program are now being accepted and will be available at island libraries and open houses.

LSJI not only fosters leadership skills such as facilitation and collaborative problem solving but gives islanders the opportunity to better understand local systems (and how they interconnect) related to governance, economics, social services, history and culture, education, and the environment. Participants learn in a cohort setting through a series of challenge days and retreats. Continue Reading

San Juan Island School District Responds to Supreme Court Ruling on K-12 Education Funding

On September 11, 2014 the Supreme Court of Washington found the state in contempt because the legislature has failed to submit a plan to fully fund basic education as required by McCleary vs. State of Washington. This means that the legislators’ “paramount duty” has not been fulfilled as required by the state constitution. However, the Court has ruled that sanctions will be withheld to allow the legislature time to develop options.

While many legislators are anxious to address our needs, others are claiming that because of the separation of powers, courts have no power to require that legislation be passed. It is not clear which point of view will prevail. Continue Reading

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The San Juan Public Schools Foundation will hold its annual Phone-A-Thon on Tuesday, October 7th, and Wednesday October 8th, from 4 to 8:00 pm. During this time, volunteer students, parents, faculty and members of the community will be calling to ask for your support.

The Foundation is a group of volunteer parents, educators, business leaders, and community sponsors who raise money to make a difference in the classrooms of our school children. They work year-round on projects that put 100% of the proceeds from the Phone-A-Thon, the Knowledge Bowl, the Business Partnership Program and other activities back into the classrooms at our public elementary, middle and high schools.

We hope that the community will respond generously again for our kids. Quality education is everybody’s business. US News & World Report has ranked Friday Harbor High School no. 11 out of 480 high schools in Washington State, and no. 612 in the nation out of nearly 20,000 US high schools. FHHS has recently been recognized in the areas of marine science, robotics, athletics, drama and art, through awards, competitions and highly acclaimed performances. The students continued excellence in AP testing has also been acknowledged.

Renovations are currently underway at Friday Harbor High School to create a new STEM Center to promote science, technology, engineering and math education. This year’s phon-a-thon will seek funds to equip the new computer lab, in addition to many other initiatives in the elementary and middle schools.

Anyone wanting to support our program can send a donation to the San Juan Public Schools Foundation, P.O. Box 1452, Friday Harbor, WA 98250.

CALLERS ARE NEEDED! If you would like to volunteer at the Phone-A-Thon, please call Nancy at 317-1755 for information.

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Moving Parts and Healthy Hearts is a fitness class aimed at meeting the needs of people with limited mobility due to age, illness or lifestyle. The class will be a full body workout that can be carried out standing or seated in a chair. Participation in this class will help individuals maintain or improve their balance, strength, endurance and range of motion.

Katerina Wen leads the class, with the help of substitute Jane Burton-Bell. The class meets at the Village at the Harbour on Tuesday mornings from 9:30 -10:15am. Register Now for the Oct/Nov session for $25, and the Dec/Jan 2015 session for $23. For more information, visit our website, www.islandrec.org, drop by our office; 580 Guard St, Mon-Fri 1:00 – 5:00 pm, or call us at 378-4953.

Pre-Commercial Thinning Workshop and Field Tour on Orcas Island, October 19th – Contributed photo

Northwest Certified Forestry, a program of Northwest Natural Resource Group, will be hosting the third and final workshop in a series of events focused on forest health on the San Juan Islands. Many of the forested areas on the archipelago are comprised of extremely dense small diameter trees. These dense stands are a high risk for forest fire, have stagnant growth and low timber quality, and present very poor wildlife habitat.

By carefully thinning these stands you can increase the growth and vigor of remaining trees; improve timber quality; increase resilience to fire, pests, disease and drought; and, arguably, improve the overall aesthetic character of your forest. Often times this method of thinning is referred to as “pre-commercial thinning” as only the smallest diameter, lowest quality and non-merchantable trees are removed.

This workshop and field tour will examine the ecological dynamics of overstocked stands, thinning options, how to mitigate the resulting slash, and management costs. Event speakers include Kirk Hanson, Director of Northwest Certified Forestry; Carson Sprenger, Founder of Rain Shadow Consulting; and Rich Harvey, Owner of Harvey Logging. If you own or manage forests in the San Juans, join us for this event!

Classroom session will be held at the Orcas Senior Center: 62 Henry Rd, Eastsound WA, 98245. The field tour portion will include 2-3 diverse sites and management needs.

RSVP is required, so be sure to contact Kirk Hanson to reserve your spot!

Kirk Hanson, Director of Northwest Certified Forestry
[email protected]
(360) 316-9317

Northwest Natural Resource Group is a non-profit organization working to use the marketplace to restore forests and local economies. Our primary program, Northwest Certified Forestry (NCF), helps woodland owners optimize the economic and ecological potential of their land. NCF specializes in conservation-based forest management and consulting and provides a broad suite of services that range from forest management planning to timber harvest administration to wildlife habitat enhancement. Our clients include family forests, land trusts and conservation groups, public land managers, and more. Learn more at nnrg.org. Or click here for the event flyer. (PDF)

2014 Safety Fair and Open House at EMS Building

The Public is invited to the annual Safety Fair, Saturday, October 4th from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. The 14th annual Safety Fair and Open House will be held for the first time at the Frank Wilson EMS Building, 1079 Spring Street. A light lunch will be provided, and there will be fun and games for the whole family.

A rescue demonstration is scheduled for noon performed by firefighters and EMTs! Children can participate in a coloring contest and receive prizes for completing stations. (Coloring contest pictures available at schools.) This year’s theme is environmental emergencies.

The agencies participating in this event are:

• San Juan Island Fire Dept
• San Juan County Sheriff’s Office
• San Juan Island EMS
• Dept. of Health
• FireWise
• PIMC
• Red Cross
• OPALCO.

Thanks to the generous support of Kings Market, Friday Harbor Electric, The Toy Box, Ositos, and Friday Harbor Drug Store.

Roche Harbor Rain – Kevin Holmes photo

Here’s a nice photo of the start of the quiet season out at Roche Harbor. Kevin Holmes shot this right after the Labor Day weekend. Thanks for sharing, Kevin!

A Student’s Collage

Island artist Thrinley DiMarco will be teaching a collage workshop, Ordinary Life, Extraordinary Images, on the weekend of October 18 and 19, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm each day in the conference room upstairs in the Rock Island Technology building. The cost for both days is $45.00.

Says Thrinley, “This workshop will focus on how to give visual form to an emotion.  And, as usual, I can’t wait to see what you come up with!! Don’t hesitate to let me know if you have any questions”.

For more information on workshop content e-mail thrinley [@] rock island [.] com

Schedule for Relay for Life San Juan Island
Sept 27, 2014 – 3 to 11 pm at the Fairgrounds Pavilion

2:00

• Survivors Reception

3:00

• Opening ceremonies
• Legion Color Guard
• Survivor Ceremony
• Survivor Speaker: Shann Weston
• Open silent auction – sign up and bid
• Food Vendors – open
• Merchandise Vendors – open
• Bake Sale Goods – open
• Announce $supporters
• Announce Teams
• Haircuts for wigs – Dana D’Bune, can help you with WILD HAIR CONTEST
• Door prize and how to sign up to win it
• Survivors lap

3:30

• One More Time Band
• LAP: Purple Contest-Best dressed purple team Continue Reading