Posted May 11, 2012 at 12:01 am by Ian Byington
Got this update from FHHS athletic director Rod Turnbull on Thursday – Go Wolverines!:
Lynden Christian lost their game against Nooksack yesterday, so we do not have to play at Coupeville today. We move on to the double elimination round of the District tournament as the #2 seed and will play Lynden Christian at 12:00 on Saturday, and then again at 2:00 win or lose.
All games will be played at Janicki Fields in Sedro Woolley.
Posted May 10, 2012 at 12:33 pm by Ian Byington
This weekend!
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At the auction: this sculpture by Tom Small
Here’s a note from Caroline about what’s happening at the auction:
Dear friends and neighbors, please join us this coming Saturday, May 12th, from 5 pm – 9 pm at the San Juan Island Yacht Club to support island scholars and scholarships at Spring Street International School (one person $25/couple $40).
Backdoor Kitchen and friends are cooking up a fabulous Spanish-themed dinner, Oliver Strasser and Matt Bachmann will be on guitar and bass, and the auction goods, experiences, and getaways are fabulous! Oregon Coast, Mt. Baker, Orcas, Lopez, Tahoe, and Seattle getaways, there’s even a world trip!
Wonderful hotels, dining establishments, spas, gift stores, aviators, landscapers, and amazing artists…. are giving their support.
Today’s auction item: this extraordinary sculpture by sculptor Tom Small… available for bidding this Saturday at the Yacht Club! Hope to see you there!
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Posted May 10, 2012 at 6:57 am by Ian Byington
With folks going gluten-free these days, Kenny's come up with a breadless sub at KO's Subs....drop by & check it out! (I liked mine!)
Let’s look around:
• Do you need a babysitter? You really want to get out, don’t you? Here’s your chance, from Jennifer Whalen:
I was wondering if you could post the following for my EAGER 18 year old. She is looking to help families on San Juan Island with their child care needs. THANK YOU!!!
San Juan Island…. I thought I would let all of you know that my daughter Kayla Whalen is back on Island full time attending Skagit. She is 18, responsible, CPR certified and extremely experienced with children of all ages. She is available Monday – Sunday, almost any times available. Depending on the # of children; her rates are between $10-$15/hour. Give her a call if you would like weekly care for your kiddos, date night with your honey or if you just need an afternoon to yourself!
Kayla Whalen – 1-360-770-8170 cell
kaylawhalen8393 (at) hotmail.com
Lots for moms at Lavendera Massage Center on Spring Street....
• Here’s the word from Peggy & Oren at the Rumor Mill:
The Rumor Mill will be featuring a fabulous Bavarian Dinner, partnering with the San Juan Community Theatre in their production of The Sound of Music May 10-20.
In addition to our full menu, enjoy schnitzel, goulash, sauerbraten, house smoked pork chops, apple strudel, apple almond cheesecake, Vienna lager, German wines & Austrian spirits. We will even have a special Sound of Music themed children’s menu. Our special menu will be available before and after the play each evening. Ask us about our 10% discount for theatre-goers, before or after any performance at the San Juan Community Theatre.
Reservations are appreciated. Open Tue: 4 pm -10:00 pm, Wed – Sat: 11:30 am-11:00 pm, & Sun: 4:00-10:00 pm. Contact us on Facebook, [email protected], or 360-378-5555.
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That's Jeff Altman, showing he remembers how 45s worked, back in the day....
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• Kevin at the Historical Museum has a good one for you:
Fish Tales with John Wade & Terry Jackson
Saturday, May 12, 3:00 PM.
San Juan Historical Museum Resource Center
Hear fascinating tales of yore about the glory days of fishing in the San Juans. Learn about the people, the boats and the fishing methods used when salmon was king. Copies of the recently released publication The Fishermen and The Fisheries of the San Juan Islands will be available for purchase. Suggested donation $5, museum members no charge.
Please contact the museum for further information at 360.378.3949 or www.sjmuseum.org/events
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Nice toes, Becky!
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Coming in a couple of weeks! This is a fundraiser for the Sailing Foundation - get your tickets early!
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Taking a peek...that's a barred owl chick. Photo by Chris Teren (thanks, Chris!)
Posted May 10, 2012 at 6:32 am by Ian Byington
I’m glad Cyndi Brast took her camera to Island Rec’s 22nd Annual Children’s Festival last Saturday & caught some many kids & grownups smiling – it was a sunny day & a good time was had by all….
Posted May 10, 2012 at 2:50 am by Ian Byington
It was a busy weekend, with all kinds of things going on, so Update reporter & photographer Tamara Weaver got out to check what was up (all photos by Tamara):
Chief Ranger Barry Lewis helping out at the Children's Festival.
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Ava and Amy Bienvenue ponder a project at the Children's Festival.
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Tristan Johnson, age 4, enjoys a project with Chief Ranger Barry Lewis.
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Cole Curtis tries on a new look with the help of firefighter Matthew Dobbs.
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Mmmm…..s'mores galore!
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Lots of folks turned out to sink their teeth into the "Fish for Teeth" fundraiser at Spring Street School Saturday, courtesy of volunteers Rick Waldron, Alphonsine Haslet-Phillips, Denice Steinbrueck, Laurie Duncon, Amee Urata, Vanessa Johnson, Nikki Davis, Chad Peterman, Kerwin Johnson, Jean Griffin, Margaret Johnson, Matt & Maurine Marinkovich, to name a few.
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Did you catch the "open boat" tour of Shannon & Bill Bailey's historic Catalyst at the Port Saturday? It's off to Alaska for the Summer.
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Posted May 10, 2012 at 2:05 am by Ian Byington
Here’s more from Amy at the Stranding Network:
If you see them, report them!
The Whale Museum’s Marine Mammal Stranding Network reports that there have been an unusually large number of harbor porpoise strandings since May 2. Amy Traxler, Coordinator of the Network, states that six carcasses have washed up on Lopez and San Juan since that time, with a total of nine carcasses since April 1. “It’s common to have a few porpoises wash up in the springtime, but numbers like this in such a short time are very unusual. Unfortunately, the eagles and vultures have been beating us to these carcasses so we’ve only been able to collect two for a necropsy.”
She requests that if you come across a carcass to contact the Stranding Network as soon as possible. It would also be very helpful if you could cover the carcass with something – a tarp, an old towel, even a pile of driftwood . “The best way to find out what’s going on is through a necropsy so helping to preserve the carcass until a responder can get there is very important.”
To report a stranding, call the Network number at 800-562-8832. Thank you!!!
Posted May 9, 2012 at 3:23 am by Ian Byington
Captain Von Trapp (George Iliff) calls his family to attention - from left, Gretl (Lucy Marinkovich), Marta (Else Arendt), Brigitta (Joely Loucks), Kurt (Ryan Crawford), Louisa (Courtney Bell), Friedrich (Matthew Stepita), and Liesl (Julie Hagn.)
I think this is one show you’ll be hearing about for a long time. I got to see the dress rehearsal, and it has got everything you go to a musical for….good music, strong acting, perfect costuming, a wonderful set, and a well-paced show that you’re going to tell your friends they should go see (kinda like I’m doing with you, now).
Jill Urbach as Maria delivers the goods – she redefines one of the most famous & well-known characters on her own terms & delivers a powerful performance that will have you smiling & humming the songs as you leave the theater. And you’ll be proud of our poised, pitch-perfect delightful & charming kids – supported by the orchestra, you’ll believe this really is the famous Von Trapp Family Singers.
Get your tickets now…you’ll be glad you did.
Here’s a little taste of “Do Re Mi” from the show:
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Maria (Jill Urbach) sings to tell the children about "My Favorite Things."
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Here’s more from the press release by Jan Bollwinkel-Smith, along with a cast list, so you know who among your friends is in the show:
The hills are ALIVE…Starting Thursday!
The Sound of Music
After a winter and spring of humming doe, a deer, a female deer in anticipation of SJCT’s spring musical, islanders can now relax and watch the story of Maria and the Von Trapps unfold on the Whittier stage.
Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II’s The Sound of Music opens THIS Thursday, May 10 at 7:30 pm in the Whittier Theatre.
Certainly one of the most beloved musicals of all time, the play features more than 40 island actors and actresses*, directed by SJCT’s executive director Merritt Olsen. “One of the joys of directing a musical is that the spirit of collaboration is heightened,” said Olsen. “I’m called the director, but I’m not a set or costume designer. I’m not a choreographer or a musician. Without ‘specialists’ working with me to conceive and execute this production, The Sound of Music would be in big trouble.”
In addition to music director Jim Collado and assistant director Margaret Hall, vocal coach Carol Hooper; choreographer Lisa Duke; costume designer Anita Welch; set designer Brad Welch; properties coordinator Ted Soares and stage manager Ellen Roberts; plus a large crew of other volunteers will assist Merritt in bringing the melodious and romantic story of Maria and Captain Von Trapp to life in Friday Harbor.
Buy Now on line! or Box Office hours are 11 am to 4 pm Tuesday through Friday and 11 am to 2 pm on Saturday.
*Sound of Music CAST
Maria Rainer………………..Jill Urbach
Mother Abbess………..Maggie Gallivan
Sister Berthe………………Trudy Loucks
New Postulant…………..Jillian Urbach
Sister Margaretta……………Judy Holm
Sister Sophia……………….Joy Van Camp
Captain Georg von Trapp…..George Iliff
Franz, The Butler……………Floyd Bourne
Frau Schmidt, The Housekeeper….Marie Hart
Liesl………………..Julie Hagn
Friedrich………………..Matthew Stepita
Louisa………………..Courtney Bell
Kurt………………..Ryan Crawford
Brigitta………………..Joely Loucks
Marta………………..Else Arendt
Gretl………………..Lucy Marinkovich
Rolf Gruber………………..Kevin Wilcox
Elsa Schraeder, Baroness….Amanda Lee Smith
Colonel Schneider………………..Mike MacLellan
Ursula, Maid………………..Trinity Althoff
Young Girl………………..Bridget Booth
Max Detweiler………………..Scott Mapstead
Herr Zeller………………..Denny Holm
Frau Ulrich………………..Ashley Stone
Baron Elberfeld………………..Ed Greub
Baroness Elberfeld………………..Anne Benedict
Admiral von Schreiber………………..Brad Welch
Fraulein Schweiger………………..Amy Hull
Nuns………………..Anne Benedict, Amy Hull, Maureen Marinkovich, Deborah Strasser
Nuns/Yodelers………………..Shannon Evans, Roberta Leed, Sandy Richard
Novices………………..Duvie Dow, Annesa Knowles, Melissa Mortenson, Ashley Stone
Postulants………………..Trinity Althoff, Bridget Booth, Beatrice Grauman-Boss, Jillian Urbach
Featured Waltzers………………..Shelly Ayon, Mary-Brooke Barger, Paul Barger, Gaye Levy
Waltzers………………..Anne Benedict, Ed Greub, Maureen Marinkovich,Melissa Mortenson, Fred Popham, Douglas Schirmer, Ashley Stone, Greg Swinford
Laendler Dancers………………..Melissa Mortenson, Douglas Schirmer
Understudy Liesl………………..Beatrice Grauman-Boss
Understudy Louisa………………..Jillian Urbach
Understudy Brigitta………………..Lucy Urbach
Understudy Marta………………..Chiara Power
Understudy Gretl………………..McKenna Clark
Understudy Sisters………………..Deborah Strasser
Posted May 9, 2012 at 1:10 am by Ian Byington
Walking on Mount Young, last weekend....thanks, Shelley, for the picture!
Looking around & what have we found:
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TEACHER: Why are you late?
STUDENT: Class started before I got here.
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At the Community Dinner last week, juniors Marquis Napier and Jorge Torres sell bags to make money to help with providing fresh water to drought-striken areas of Africa, as part of their community projects class at FHHS.
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Saylor
• Here’s a new islander, just in time for Mother’s Day:
Carter, Jennifer, Kayla & Kai are excited to announce the arrival of Saylor Virginia Whalen! She was born April 21st, weighing in at 7 lbs 13 ounces.
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• Swimming safely – with Amy! Here’s more:
Water-Pool-Ooza with Amy Wynn
Friday, May 11th at 6:30pm
We’re learning to swim…at the Library?
Sort of.
In honor of National Water Safety month the library is teaming up with Red Cross instructor Amy Wynn of San Juan Island Fitness to learn tips and tricks for helping your young child learn to love the water. You’ll come away with great water play ideas, info on keeping your family safe in and around water and, with the help of modern technology, you’ll get to see the world through a lifeguard’s eyes.
While adults learn about water safety in the Main Library, kids can join us in the Meeting Room to watch Surf’s Up, play games, and make a paper fish aquarium.
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Vonnie Harold reports: "I noticed, several weeks ago, a question about the peacocks of Hillview Terrace. I can not answer where their home base is, if they even have one. It would be interesting to know how they came to be here. They come by my home about every other day and during the past week have ventured onto the deck. "
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• Anna Lisa says this is going to be one big haapy hour, for mom…here’s more from what’s happening at Duck Soup Inn:
This Mother’s Day Offering “The Mother Of All Happy Hours!”
This year we are opening our doors at 3:00, Sunday afternoon, May 13th to joyfully celebrate and honor Mom!
Happy hour will run until 5:30, and segue into dinner service. Reduced prices on appetizers and specialty cocktails. Enjoy crispy duck leg confit with sour cherries, petite Sweet Earth Farm duck egg omelette with tarragon, goat cheese and asparagus, Madrona smoked chicken wings with a spicy miso scallion glaze…and many more. Special cocktails such as the Nightingale, Elderflower Rickey, and Cherry Bloom, fresh pink lemonade for kids, and a rose for every Mom.
Reservations are recommended. (360) 378-4878
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• This the weekend for flowers!
You can go by Bakery San Juan and check out Ryan’s Rhodies
AND/OR….
SPRING PLANT SALE
MASTER GARDENERS OF SAN JUAN ISLAND
and
MOTHER’S DAY ORCHID AND BAKE SALE for FRIDAY HARBOR ANIMAL SHELTER Mullis Community Senior Center from 9am till noon on Saturday, May 12.
The plant sale will feature hundreds of home grown veggies and herbs, including tomatoes, peppers, squashes, brassicas, basil, parsley and others. In addition there will be a selection of perennials from our own gardens. We’ll have our hanging fuchsia baskets and other mom’s day growing gifts. Plant sale proceeds benefit Master Gardener projects such as the demonstration garden and the diagnostic clinic.
The Animal Shelter will be selling a variety of beautiful orchids such as phaleonopsis, miltonia, oncidium and more, plus goodies made by some of the best local bakers. All proceeds from the orchid and bake sale benefit the Animal Shelter.
You don’t want to miss this fabulous event, so come early to stock up on your veggies, shrubs, orchids and baked goods.
Contacts: Master Gardeners-Alice Deane [email protected], 378-5250 & Friday Harbor Animal Shelter-Leslie Byron 378-2158
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A new name....
• Yep, there’s changes over at Earthbox – here’s more:
What happened to “motel”?
We’ve changed our name to Earthbox “Inn” & Spa, but it’s still us, same folks, same comfortable, renovated rooms, pool, sauna, hot tub, exercise room, same outstanding customer service. We thought “Inn” describes better who we are: a 1960’s retro motor inn with a great spa, some unexpected upscale offerings and amenities, just a little more than a motel. Feel free to tell us what you think.
Gretchen from Duck Soup Inn & Paul from Pablito's
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• Just heard from Paul at Pablito’s, and it was cool to see these two little videos, with both Gretchen & Paul in ’em – here’s more – you’ll love seeing our local chefs looking so good!
Hey Ian, I don’t know if you’ve gotten wind of this yet, but it might be a fun story for you.
Margaret Longley made a couple of short films for AllRecipes.com with me & Gretchen, from Duck Soup.
Here are the links, I hope you enjoy:
http://allrecipes.com/video/713/pablitos-chicken-tacos/detail.aspx
http://allrecipes.com/video/736/gretchens-tomato-orange-soup/detail.aspx
Have a great day!
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It was good to see Wendy & Paul selling tuna at The Farmers' Market in the sun - photo by Cyndi Brast.
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Fawn lilies on Mount Young...photo by Shelley!
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• Here’s the spring playoff update for Friday Harbor High, from FHHS Athletic Director Rod Turnbull:
Our spring teams are quickly approaching the District 1 playoff portion of their seasons. The District 1 Tournament is used to determine the seeding of the 1A teams located in District 1. There are six 1A teams in District 1, (with the exception of tennis, baseball & fastpitch), but they play in 3 different leagues. To determine which teams move forward to the Tri-District tournament, we hold a sub-district tournament.
While the tournaments look different logistically, because of the sport involved, the outcome is the same. The District 1 (sub-district) tournament determines the number of teams and the order for which they move on to the Tri-District tournament.
Below is an update of each fall team’s playoff outline.
Posted May 9, 2012 at 12:34 am by Ian Byington
I caught up with Dana (center) on Monday as he loaded up at the marina for a boat to a gig on Waldron this week, as he also met up with friends Ann & David. Dana play's at Kirk's Isle Be Jammin' this Thursday - get your tickets now!
Here’s the word from Kirk – Dana’s coming to town!
Hello again from Isle be Jammin’ Performer’s Showcase. Ain’t Spring great?
Our next offering to you lovers of live music will be on THURSDAY MAY IOth at 7:00pm.
We will be featuring DANA LYONS, a gifted singer/songwriter, story teller and wonderful performer.
Tickets are on sale now ($10) and please remember we have only 50 seats, so don’t hesitate to get tickets now.
Musically yours,
Kirk, Darvis and Cooder.
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Dana Lyons is the singer/songwriter best known for his dynamic performances and outrageous hit songs “Cows With Guns,” “RV” and “Ride The Lawn.” A global radio and web hit, “Cows With Guns” was #1 for the year on Dr. Demento, #2 on the Australian Country charts, #1 in Seattle and spent six months on the Irish Top 40.
Bringing together a mix of comedy, ballads and love songs, Dana’s sharp wit and beautiful voice have him performing at concert halls, festivals, conventions, fundraisers and universities across the US and around the world. Dana’s music style includes a bit of everything; his biggest radio hit, “Cows With Guns,” receives crossover radio play on country, rock, alternative, community, college and oldies radio stations worldwide. He has eight releases to date, including his latest, Three Legged Coyote, released in November 2009.
Dana has toured in 46 of the 50 American states, around the East Coast of Australia and across Ireland, England, New Zealand, Mexico, Kazahkstan and Siberia. Dana performs at festivals ranging from Farm Aid with Willie Nelson and Neil Young to the Harley Davidson Festival in Sturgis, South Dakota where he shared the stage with Lynyrd Skynyrd, Steppenwolf, Nazareth and Blue Oyster Cult. His policy of “I’ll play anywhere once” has landed Dana gigs on a tropical island in the Great Barrier reef of Australia, an Irish Pub in Beijing and the Hanford Nuclear Waste Dump in his home state of Washington.
Two of Dana’s songs have been made into award-winning illustrated books: Cows With Guns, published by Penguin (winner of the Bullitzer Prize), and The Tree, published by Illumination Arts. The Tree was endorsed by Dr. Jane Goodall, has forwards by Pete Seeger and Julia Butterfly Hill and has won numerous awards.
Dana’s songs have been re-recorded by many artists, but perhaps his highest honor as a songwriter came when Pete Seeger called him to get the music for Dana’s song “I am an Animal.” Dana has shared the stage with many notable performers including Willie Nelson, Neil Young, Dave Matthews, John Mellencamp, Steve Earle, Lucinda Williams, Pete Sears of Jefferson Starship, Stephen Stills, River Phoenix, Nickel Creek, Country Joe McDonald, Utah Phillips and John Trudell.
Dana was born in Kingston, New York. He graduated from Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania. He lives in a nice garage in Bellingham, Washington, with his cat Oliver. His astrological sign is Taurus.
Posted May 8, 2012 at 11:18 pm by Ian Byington
Friday Harbor Grocery in flames: May 9, 2002. (Photo by Tim Dustrude for the Update)
It was a surreal thing – to see a big chunk of the town you love going up in flames.
On Thursday, May 9th, back in 2002, I had just taken my son to his job after school & then run back to the house when I got a call from a friend at the Port: “Come now – the town’s on fire.”
Tim Dustrude was working with me at By Design at that time, and we grabbed a camera (here are his photos from the afternoon, with the last photos of the town the way it used to be) & went downtown, where we saw the beginnings of the fire which would consume most of the block on First Street & its shops, and take all night to put out.
The Seattle Times online edition featured a photo by Tim just an hour after the fire was reported...click here for a larger version.
Fire engines came from all over this island, and from the other islands to keep a steady stream of water suppressing the flames. Afternoon baseball games were continued at the elementary field, as people watched the plume from town grow & grow from there & different parts of the island. Our police & fire folks coordinated the response & worked together, both on the fire & keeping people safe – no one was hurt, and the crowds stayed a safe distance away.
In a number of ways, we were lucky. The fire was in the afternoon, which meant it received a quick response, and it was a calm day. A windy day (or worse, early morning with no emergency response) would have meant flaming debris carried to other parts of our wooden structures.
Here’s the account from the Update that I posted that day & the next day, with photos.
Early the next morning, my sons & I went to see the smoldering remains of the block in the just-rising morning sun.
When it was over, the block was gone, with The Trading Company & China Pearl both still standing & undamaged as bookends to the damage (firewalls really work!)
Landmark Friday Harbor Grocery (owned at that time by Ray Bigler) was known as Whitey’s since the 1960’s – gone. The flower shop, the Hungry Clam, The Mystical Mermaid, and the gift shop – all gone, and all since resurrected. The inspiring resilience of islanders: Lisa & Julie from the flower shop told me that fiery afternoon that they would still somehow deliver all the Mother’s Day orders that coming Sunday…and they did.
The area was cleared in time for the Fourth of July parade in 2002 - click on the photo for a bigger version - photo by Tim Dustrude, shot from the Coldwell Banker second floor.)
A couple of months later, when the ash & debris had been removed & the area cleaned up, the question remained – what to do with the now-huge hole in town. If you’ve been downtown, you know the answer – Gordy & Lori Peterson built the present downtown center & opened it in the late spring of 2004 (here’s a bit about that, from the Update in May ’04, as the Mystical Mermaid re-opened.)
It’s hard to believe that was a decade ago – it will remain a defining moment for islanders who witnessed it, not just of the destruction, but of the passion of islanders to rebuild & recover, and to tap that pioneer spirit that still burns here.
Posted May 8, 2012 at 9:59 pm by Ian Byington
Griffin Bay Bookstore continues its run of fascinating authors sharing their world with islanders – this week it’s an economic discussion & a movie star from one of the most beloved films of all time. Here’s more from Nancy:
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The Self-Made Myth: and the Truth About How Government Helps Individuals and Businesses Succeed
by Brian Miller and Mike Lapham
Griffin Bay Bookstore and the San Juan Island Library are co-sponsoring a timely event, a book talk at Griffin Bay Bookstore with authors Brian Miller and Mike Lapham, both with United for a Fair Economy (UFE), on Thursday night, May 10, 7:00 pm.
In The Self-Made Myth Brian Miller and Mike Lapham reveal the hidden but very crucial role government and society have played in the success of America’s richest individuals and business leaders. Along the way they also shatter the idea perpetuated by some of them that they worked their way to wealth all on their own. They show how pronouncements of being “self-made” do not show an honest and balanced understanding of success, instead, they are a myth.
Miller and Lapham present the facts that many fail to consider, shedding light on how individual success is reliant upon many external factors. Among them, the authors emphasize the role of public education, research and development grants, social services, roads and highways, and laws and regulations that establish a stable business environment.
As the authors note, how citizens view the creation of wealth and individual success is critical because it shapes choices on taxes, regulations, public investments in schools and infrastructure, CEO pay, and more. In a difficult economic time, also accompanied by political stalemates, it is more important than ever that the self-made myth be replaced by a more clear-eyed, realistic, balanced, and truthful understanding of what constitutes success in the world of business, great wealth, and entrepreneurship.
About the Authors
Brian Miller has served as executive director of United for a Fair Economy (UFE) since 2009, drawing on nearly 20 years of experience as a community organizer, coalition leader, media spokesperson, writer, researcher, and nonprofit director.
Mike Lapham is the project director and co-founder of UFE’s Responsible Wealth project, a network of business leaders and wealthy individuals advocating for more progressive taxation. In addition to directing the program, Lapham is also a member, having inherited stock in his family’s paper mill in upstate New York.
Many Accolades for The Self-Made Myth
“It is critical to change the conversation about how wealth is created, who creates it, and the role of government, and this book does that effectively and importantly. And it couldn’t be more timely.” –Bill Gates Sr.
“This book challenges a central myth that underlies today’s anti-government rhetoric: that an individual’s success is the result of gumption and hard work alone. Miller and Lapham clearly show that person success is closely tied to the supports society provides. Must read for all who want to get our nation back on track.” –Robert Reich, former US Secretary of Labor
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Charmian Carr, “Liesl” in the film The Sound of Music, at Griffin Bay Bookstore
Friday afternoon, May 11, 2:00pm
Charmian Carr (Liesl in the movie Sound of Music)
Griffin Bay Bookstore is hosting a very special event on Friday afternoon, May 11, 2:00 pm with Charmian Carr, who starred as “Liesl” in what is considered the most beloved film musical of all time, The Sound of Music. This special event will be held in conjunction with the opening of The Sound of Music at the San Juan Community Theatre.
Be sure to attend this memorable occasion and meet Ms. Carr and hear her talk about the just-released book and DVD, The Sound of Music Family Scrapbook, by Fred Benson. This book is bound to enthrall the musical’s aficionados. Through personal photographs, memorabilia, and home movies, the actors who starred as the von Trapp children, tell their inside story of making The Sound of Music. Ms. Carr will be available to autograph copies of the book.
In early 2000, Ms. Carr co-authored a book detailing her experiences making the movie and living her life as Forever Liesl, and in 2001, her second book, Letters to Liesl was published. Copies of her first book will also be on hand at the event. As she has often said, “I am honored to have played a part in telling the von Trapp family’s story on screen, and I cherish my memories of those days when we were working on the movie in Salzburg and Los Angeles. Filming in Salzburg, Austria, was like being in a fairy tale.” This is your chance to hear first-hand accounts of an enchanted time.
The Sound of Music Family Scrapbook, by Fred Benson
The Sound of Music has captivated several generations, as over the years, many parents have shared the magic of this wonderful movie with their children. Seven very special children experienced The Sound of Music firsthand: the seven young actors cast as the von Trapp children. Now, for the first time, they tell their stories about making this celebrated film, from their auditions to rehearsals in Los Angeles to an incredible spring and summer in Salzburg, Austria. What was it like to work with Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer? How did they learn the songs and dances for the musical numbers? Who almost drowned when the boat tipped over? What was it like to attend the gala Hollywood premiere? What were their lives like after starring in this legendary movie? And how did they become a family in real life, remaining as close as any brothers and sisters for the last 45 years?
The answers are revealed at last and as a bonus, they have collected their never-before-seen own home movie footage on a brand-new DVD. It is included here, along with personal cherished memorabilia, such as letters sent home to their families from Europe, a page from the script with edits written in the margin, and a ticket to the premiere. For anyone who is thrilled by the sight of Julie Andrews spinning around on top of a mountain, or who spontaneously bursts out singing “Do-Re-Mi,” this captivating behind-the-scenes inside story is a must read.
Posted May 8, 2012 at 11:39 am by Ian Byington
Remembering Ryan: This is a photo I took when he & his brother Richie played for the Mudsharks baseball team, back in fifth grade. It was easy to get a smile from Ryan, especially after he'd hit a home run....
Just got this note from Ryan’s family, and I found a picture from years ago – hope you can make it:
The Parents of Ryan Nolan Ochoa (1992 ~ 2012) invite you, our family, friends and community to join us in a Celebration of Life on Thursday May 10 at 1:00 pm at the Friday Harbor Presbyterian Church (445 Spring Street in Friday Harbor). We welcome all who care to join us.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established at Islanders Bank.
Posted May 8, 2012 at 10:31 am by Ian Byington
Come for a sip...
This sounds fun, if you’re looking for a way to honor your mom and help our friends at Wolf Hollow – here’s more from Jan:
Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center and Coho Restaurant want you to treat your mom or someone else’s mom to a Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea and Fancy Hat Contest!
Choose from two different seatings on Mother’s Day (May 13)- 2:30 or 4:30; wear your fanciest hat and celebrate Mom with a traditional High Tea, featuring delectable edibles and of course, tea. Prizes will be awarded for “Best Hat” at each seating. A professional photographer will be on hand to snap a picture of you and your mom as well.
Tickets are $24 each, with proceeds benefitting Wolf Hollow. Space is limited, so reserve your spot now by calling Coho Restaurant at 378-6330. For additional information, contact Jan Murphy at 298-2195.
Posted May 7, 2012 at 7:59 am by Ian Byington
Catching a little nap at the marina, above the fuel dock on a sunny & warm Saturday last weekend....
Happy new week to you…hope yours is off to a good start! It’s the countdown to Mother’s Day (as you figure out what to do with her & for her & to remember her), and more:
• This next weekend at 1836 Roche Harbor Road, Avon from the Golden Triangle is having a garage sale from 9am-noon….drop by!
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• Even in California they know – The Island Inn at 123 West was named Best Luxury Hotel in the Pacific Northwest in Evening Magazine’s annual BEST Northwest Escapes contest, and even the San Francisco Chronicle had a story – congrats, you guys!
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• This week you’ll start getting used to the idea that The Sound of Music starts its two week run this Thursday (got your tickets?).
In the meantime, I wanted you to know islander James Krall is living & teaching in Fairbanks, Alaska, where he just finished performing in a well-received production of Misalliance – you’ll get a good feel for it from this review, which says he does good work!
The show’s run ended this past weekend….
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• Emily Reed just wrote to tell me about this special film at the IMA:
The premiere of the short film “Anna Skibska” will take place at San Juan Islands Museum of Art, 235 A Street in Friday Harbor on Friday, May 11, at the open house from 5:00 to 7:00pm.
Skibska, of Seattle, will be present for the showings of this 11-minute film, inspired by her current exhibition at IMA: “Anna, Anna Skibska.” Filmed by Elan Video’s Karen Woldtvedt, who co-edited it with Skibska, it expresses the artist’s vision and voice in the format of creative documentary. More details are available at www.sjima.org
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• Don’t forget the Animal Shelter’s Mother’s Day Orchid & Bake Sale on Saturday – here’s the scoop!
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Two days of dental appontments for island kids...awesome. That's what the "Fish for Teeth" fundraiser got done, and it helped that a mob came to get fish tacos....one of the volunteers was grillmaster Rick Waldron, getting the fish ready. Way to go you guys!
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It was nice to check in with my friend Ann on Sunday at the Pancake Breakfast at The Mullis Center - man, there's a lot of people who come to that! It's the first Sunday of each month....
• Order ahead (so Felicity can have it ready for you!):
Mothers Day special from Cakes by Felicitations:
Indulge your mother to breakfast in bed with a unique breakfast tray delivered to her door. This unique tray will include a plate of assorted fresh baked pastries and jam, a cup of fresh fruit salad, a fragrant flower, a woman’s magazine, a decorated cookie saying “I love you” – all presented on a wooden legged tray which is hers to keep. Advance orders required by May 4th. Call 317-5961 for more information.
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• Lee Studivant is excited to let you & me know about a sweet musical evening with Mom on Sunday – here’s more:
Puget Sound Concert Opera returns to Friday Harbor this Mother’s Day weekend on Saturday evening, May 12, 5 pm, at the Friday Harbor Presbyterian Church.
Celebrating ‘Opera Moms,’ the program will explore mothers and their relationships through some of the most beautiful and dramatic music in the world. A dozen professional singers will perform music of a dozen well known opera composers.
Taking advantage of the superb acoustics in the hall, the small company comes to Friday Harbor several times a year to present opera in a manner that is up-close, personal, and very affordable. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted. Puget Sound Concert Opera returns to Friday Harbor this Mother’s Day weekend on Saturday evening, May 12, 5 pm, at the Friday Harbor Presbyterian Church.
This Sunday!
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Lynn Shelton
• Seattle director Lynn Shelton shot her latest film (with Emily Blunt, who you just saw in Salmon Fishing in the Yemen, here at the Palace Theatre) here in the San Juan Islands…it’s due to be released on June 15th.
Here’s more about this up & coming Northwest director & her approach, from the New York Times.
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• Anne Sheridan tells me this is gonna be fun, this coming weekend:
Spring Cake Walk on the Brickworks Plaza
Join us as we celebrate family and community at the first annual Cake Walk on the Plaza. Saturday May 12th from 11:00 -1:00, at Brickworks, 150 Nichols St., Friday Harbor.
Come early to vote on the best-decorated cakes, with People’s Choice Awards, and prizes for the top five cakes. Live music by the local group, OPA will lead circles of friends and island neighbors in rounds of Cake Walking. Walk and win an edible masterpiece – bring home a fantastic cake for Mother’s Day.
All students that participate in the sponsored Cakewalk Coloring/Drawing Event will receive one free ticket to Cakewalk. Entry blanks will be available at FHES, Paidea, and Stillpoint Schools and the SJI Library.
Cakes are needed! Cakes should be dropped off at 9:30 am at Brickworks. Bakers interested in creating and donating cakes should contact: Tori Zehner at 378-6301
Brickworks! See you on the plaza!
This event is sponsored by the San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild. For more event information go to http://www.sjiagguild.com
This weekend!
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Little Lotus (with mom Sarah Galligan) says hey at the Children's Festival on Saturday....
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Low tide at the ferry dock on Sunday morning around 9:30am....click here to see the larger, cooler version....
Posted May 7, 2012 at 7:40 am by Ian Byington
Just heard that Jan Murphy & friends are putting on this show next week – plan ahead – it’s gonna be a good one:
If you care about animals, please do not miss
An Evening with Morgan Lance of Animals Asia
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The Mullis Center – 824 Mullis Street – 7pm
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Join Morgan at this VERY SPECIAL event and only Washington State speaking engagement of 2012 as she presents a must-see slide show and presentation about the international non-profit group, ANIMALS ASIA. Morgan will discuss AA’s work to save endangered moon bears and other animals throughout Asia who are subject to unspeakable cruelty, including dogs and cats in the meat trade of China and other countries.
Morgan’s talk and slide show promises to educate, enlighten and inspire anyone who feels a kinship with animals and a concern for their welfare.
This event is free to the public and there will be a reception afterwards for those who wish to speak with Morgan and learn more about Animals Asia.
For information contact Jan Murphy at (360) 298-2195
Posted May 5, 2012 at 8:11 am by Ian Byington
Moonrise last night...big & brilliant over downtown Friday Harbor.....
The perigee moon is upon us & above us…let’s look around:
• It is sad to hear of Ryan Ochoa‘s passing…gonna miss the FHHS ’10 grad. Heartfelt condolences to parents Julie & Mario, and brother Richie….
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• The reason the moon looks so big is it is as close to the earth as it gets…here’s more about the science & the spectacle & the stories behind a perigee moon. And… a little bit of Haley’s Comet sprinkled in….
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• The Chameleons are celebrating Cinco de Mayo tonight at Herb’s – here’s more!
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Good to run into Mike Taylor at the Community Dinner this week - the beard is coming along!
• Today’s lacrosse game was set for 2pm but has been moved up here’s more from Andy Hills:
Just a quick note to let you know the final at-home lacrosse game is today (Saturday) at 11:45 on the high school field (previously scheduled for 2pm). The team is doing great this year, and is currently in first place within their conference. Thanks and hope to see everyone there!
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• Under consideration: whether to make the San Juan Islands a National Monument. Here is a considered essay, from Joel Connelly in Seattle.
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• The FHHS soccer team‘s season ended with their 2-0 playoff loss at Lynden Christian on Thursday…the good news from the game was the team’s marked improvement, as we had lost 7-0 just a week & ahlf before & 5-0 earlier in the season to the strong Lyncs….
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• Christine Minney tells me there’s parking lot sale this morning! Relay for Life is hosting this multi-team event at Islanders Bank in Friday Harbor starting at 9:00am……….
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It was nice to drop in on Gabrielle (she was born in November) and Stacie Baisch the other day on my walk - what a happy baby!
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• Pacific Catalyst is celebrating their 80th anniversary with an “open house” (well, open boat, really) down at the marina from 1-5pm today. Drop by – here’s a nice slideshow Shannon Bailey put together of the islands for the occasion.
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There was no place to sit for most of the night - the crowd was that big - for the Community Dinner on Wednesday night at the high school. Great food, great company, great evening - way to go, Andy & Liz & the students!