That showing of Good Food (the movie) went great last weekend – and Maureen & Linda wanted to say thanks:
The Land & Sea wants to thank everyone who came to see “Good Food” – we had a great total turnout for the three showings, and we heard good things afterward!
We would like to thank Friday Harbor Houseand manager Michael, sales coordinators Wendy, Lisa Duke, and chef Joseph Foriska for their help and enthusiasm, and the great venue. The filmmakers Melissa Young and Mark Dworkin were able to spend a few days on the island because of the generosity of Marion Melville and Doug Bison, who provided accommodations. Thank you, also, to Jim & Christina at Heritage Farm and their intern Zach for hosting a potluck for the filmmakers, and for the delicious roast. We also want to thank Ian, for his help, and publicizing this community event.
The filmmakers have asked us to pass on a request – “GOOD FOOD” is scheduled to be shown soon on PBS, but may only get good time slots if enough viewers request that. Continue Reading
FHHS Athletic Director Rod Turnbull notes that the baseball team has won the league title for the third straight year, and that the track, golf, boys’ soccer, girls’ tennis and softball teams all have their shot in the playoffs, too. Here’s this season’s post-season, as of Wednesday (4/28): Continue Reading
Amy from San Juan Fitness says the classes are next month:
Register now for American Red Cross Lifeguard training at San Juan Island Fitness. Classes are tentatively scheduled for May 11 – May 27 on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday evenings. There will be one additional session at a
deepwater pool to be scheduled later.
To qualify for training, participants must be 15 years old on or before March 24, 2009, able to swim 300 yards continuously, and be able to jump in to water over their head and retrieve a 10-pound object.
The cost of the class is $150 and includes book, instructional materials, pocket mask, CPR and First Aid training and admission to the San Juan Island Fitness pool for practice. Class size will be limited to 8 participants. Deadline to register is Friday, May 7.
To register, or for more information about this and other lifeguard trainings, contact Amy Wynn at San Juan Island Fitness 378-4449 or e-mail [email protected].
Phil McKee‘s friends tell me you can keep up with how he’s doing with his treatments on his Facebook page…he’s being treated for non-Hodgkins Lymphoma…good luck, Phil!
Pirates Cole (left) and Jacob look over the horizon for boats to board at the Port of Friday Harbor's Spring Fling...the event continues on Opening Day this Sunday.
Let’s see what’s happening:
Sofia & Tristan....
• Blues Night is tonight (Wednesday) from 6-9pm at its new home at the Peppermill – see ya there!
• Three months ago, Jessica Johnson (from Wells Fargo) brought baby Sofia into the world – you can see how big she is now, in this picture (right) of her with big bro Tristan.
• The word from the hospital in Seattle is that Jess Oldwyn‘s surgery went well yesterday. Yay!
• Speaking of operations, looks like Jim Maya‘s work on his rotator cuff is going to be put off till the fall.
Tyler Ryan
• Mary Karen Ryan tells me her son Tyler‘s play opened in Portland last month & went well…sure would be cool to have seen it. Maybe it could be staged here…?
• Speaking of plays – Helen from Island Stage Left says it’s going well:
Only two weekends left of “The Clean House.” Many people are coming back for the second and even third time and we have had to turn a few people away already, so don’t put it off if you haven’t yet been. The buzz has been tremendous and the laughter uproarious – the rest you have to see to believe!
We play Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30 and Sundays at 4:00 at the San Juan County Fairgrounds. The show closes May 9th.
Arrive by 7:00 to be assured of a seat. The space is heated, too!
We look forward to seeing you soon.
All the best, Helen
• Deb Nolan from the school district says you can still jump in on these parenting workshops:
Parenting Workshops for Teens are ongoing
Shahn McGuire, LMFT, will continue to facilitate parenting workshops on Monday nights from 5:15 to 6:45 in the Middle School Commons. The general themes are listed below, but these are open forum discussions so topics are apt to change:
May 3rd: Navigating the real world
May 10th: Dealing with conflict and setting limits
May 17th: Everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask
You are invited to attend whatever sections you are interested in… Middle school students can use Room 8 (our auxiliary computer lab and board game room) while their parent is in the Commons.
General feedback from the first workshops included: “It’s so great to know I’m not the only one dealing with these things!” and “I thought your child was perfect; what a relief to hear they’re just like my kid.”
We are asking that participants pay $5 per workshop ($20 for the four
weeks).
• Sandy’s got a good show going:
Saturday, May 1st, 9-10:30am
Free Guided Walking Tour of Friday Harbor’s Historic District.
To celebrate May 2010 National Historic Preservation Month, the Town of Friday Harbor conducts free guided tours of the downtown historic district, and May 1st is the first tour of the season! Join historic preservation coordinator, Sandy Strehlou, for an insider’s look at Friday Harbor’s colorful past.
Tours begin at Memorial Park, located at Front and Spring streets. Participants will need to be able to walk comfortably on town sidewalks, including some hills, for 1.5 hours. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Tours happen rain or shine and are free to the public.
Contact: Sandy Strehlou (sstrehlou (at) fridayharbor.org) or call 378.2810
• Have you seen Rhiana on YouTube? Here’s a nice version of the FHHS singer/songwriter’s take on Taylor Swift’s “Breathe”….
PDA: The contest named the ferries as the best place to kiss....
A television station in Seattle started a contest last spring to have people pick the “Best Of” around the area….they ran it again this year, and the Visitors’ Bureau’s Robin Jacobson reports who got singled out:
“Best of Northwest Escapes” Honors 30 San Juan Islands Winners
NBC Seattle affiliate KING-TV’s Evening Magazine has just announced its 2010 list of “Best of Northwest Escapes,” with categories voted upon by over 14,000 viewers and website visitors. Top 5 placement goes to 30 nominees from the San Juan Islands, including these nine in first place:
Earthbox Motel and Spa: Motel Naknek Charters: Best Scuba Diving (second year at #1) Pelindaba Lavender Farm: Best Public Garden (second year at #1) Port of Friday Harbor Marina: Marina San Juan Island: Island The Outlook Inn: Hotel Victoria Clipper: Cruise Washington State Ferry, including the San Juans route: Place to Kiss Wildlife Cycles: Bike Shop (tie)
In addition, eight more from the San Juan Islands made the list as runners-up in their categories: San Juan Islands Scenic Byway (Scenic Drive), Orcas Island (Island), The Whale Museum (Museum), Discovery Sea Kayaks (Eco Adventure), States Inn and Ranch (Bed and Breakfast), Maya’s Whale Watching (Whale Watching), Lakedale Resort at Three Lakes (Campground) and Friday Harbor (Tourist Town). Evening Magazine’s list for Top 5 includes 30 San Juan Islands nominees throughout 20 categories. Congratulations to all San Juan Islands honorees!
Children's Festival poster contest winners show off their work: Yasmin (top left, third place), Emily (first place), and Erich (second place).
Hard to believe it’s been going for twenty years – and this year’s is extra special. Here’s more:
Island Rec’s 20th Annual San Juan Island Children’s Festival
2010 Space Odyssey, Saturday, May 1, 10am-2pm.
The festival features participation from over 30 community organizations providing fun and educational activities for children of all ages. Special to this year’s festival is the Pacific Science Center, Space Exhibit with dozens of hands on experiences for kids of all ages. Face Painting, Hot Dogs, Puppet Show, Ballet Folklorico de Mexico and other musical entertainment rounds out the free festival.
Go to www.islandrec.org or call 378-4953 for more information or to volunteer for this spectacular event.
The folks on the committee putting on this year's Classic: (from left) board members Ron Bates & Becki Day, Islanders Bank's Bob Coleman & Michele Morton, and board chair Pat O'Day (not pictured: board member Maureen See). Photo by Sophie Rice for the San Juan Update.
This past week the folks at Islanders Bank and the San Juan Island Celebrity Golf Classic have a big announcement: the annual event has signed on Islanders as the major sponsor for this year. At the end of this posting, you’ll get an idea of the folks coming to this year’s June event – it’s pretty cool when this many people come together to help the eleven non-profits that get helped each year. (Here’s more, on the Tourney’s website.) Thank you!
Here’s more from the committee:
The Big Unit has been invited to this year's event....
We are proud today to announce a long term agreement with our own ISLANDER’S BANK who now become the “Title Sponsor” of our annual San Juan Celebrity Classic Golf Tournament. They’ve also come up with a most salient slogan that really trumpets the importance of our community having a bank that is local. Their slogan is, “The Buck Stays Here!” Exemplifying that slogan, is there large contribution to this long running event which spreads its returns among eleven local non-profit organizations.
Also, we are proud to announce that the winning team will have their names engraved in a perpetual trophy, This trophy will be titled “The John Linde, Islander’s Bank” trophy which will be permanently displayed in the lobby of the bank. This in tribute to our late beloved judge and friend, who played in this tournament each and every year and always gave so much to our community.
June 4th & 5th are the dates this year. San Juan Golf and Country Club is the place. Yes, the big and now famous Community Salmon Barbeque will again invite all to join in the big tent, and meet the celebrities at the course on that Saturday night.
A list of expected celebrities is posted below.
Thank you! Pat O’Day, Chairman
The Islander’s Bank San Juan Island Celebrity Classic
Anticipated Celebrity Lineup (We use the term “anticipated” in that the below listed individuals are busy professional and last minute demands can always take precedents over their best made plans and intentions.) Randy Johnson “The Big Unit!” (Cy Young Award Winner & former Mariner, Astro, Yankee, Diamond Back and Giant. Delilah Nationally loved host of The “Delilah Radio Show” heard weekly by over seven million listeners nation wide. Chris Chandler Former Husky and NFL Atlanta Falcons QB Cam Cleland Former Husky great and NFL St Louis Ram Steve Raible Former Seahawk receiver and News Anchor at Seattle’s KIRO TV. (Also the Voice of The Seattle Seahawks) Sonny Sixkilller Former Husky Great!
And many many more, including…. (and not in order of importance) Warren Miller (You’ve loved his films) Mike Gastenau KJR Sports Radio Dave Grosby ESPN Sports Radio
Local wrestler Lisa Moretti will be there....
Lisa Moretti Our wonderful local star and professional Wrestler Jeff (The Fish) Aaron KRKO Everett Sports Radio Pat Cashman Radio and star of Taco Time commercials Ron Upshaw & Don McNeil The Ron and Don Show on KIRO FM Bob Rivers The Bob Rivers Morning Show on KZOK FM Seattle Spike Rivers co host on that great KZOK morning show
Three of The Seattle Seahawks SEA-GALS! Nancy Fiala Noted Northwest Sculptor and Artist Jim Moore Sports Writer. Seattle P.I. Ryan Leaf Former Cougar and NFL San Diego QB
And more to come!!!!!! What at lineup!!!!!!!
Among the celebrity golfers invited this year: Three of the Seattle SeaGals...
It’s coming up next month – here’s the deal from our Trails Committee & Island Rec:
“Share the Road” bicycle celebration!
A community event on San Juan Island, May 15
The San Juan Island Trails Committee invites all residents and visitors to join us for the first ever “Share the Road” community bicycle celebration on San Juan Island Saturday May 15. ‘Share the Roadʼ will begin with a bicycle parade through town, followed by a short celebration and then an island bike ride. All events begin at the San Juan County Fairgrounds with registration opening at 10:30 a.m.
Families, teens and adults are invited to participate in the parade, celebration and bike ride. Scheduled in conjunction with National Bike Month, our goal is to create a community bicycle event that will increase awareness, emphasize safety, and reinforce the responsibility of both motorized vehicles and bicycles in sharing the road. Educational materials, signage and demonstration will be provided to insure that all understand the “Share the Road” concept.
Come and register early for this free event. All riders 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult, bikes should be in working order, and use of a helmet is required while cycling. A limited number of helmets will be available at the ride. The parade will begin at 12:00 noon with refreshments at the fairgrounds afterwards.
The celebration will conclude at about 1:15, at which time we will embark on a community bike ride where, as a large group, we will demonstrate how to responsibly share the road. Those who participate in this longer ride will have the choice of turning around at the American Camp visitor center (10 miles round-trip) or continuing to the Cattle Point Interpretive Center (16 miles round-trip) before returning to the fairgrounds.
This Island Rec event is being organized by the Bike Paths Group of the Trails Committee. More information is available on theTrails Committee web site .
Ride your bikes and bring the whole family to join in the ‘Share the Road’ celebration!
This is your chance to sail with a tall ship...photo by Marilyn O'Conner on Monday afternoon as they come to the marina.
The Hawaiian Chieftain and the Lady Washington will be offering cruises to the public at 6 pm on Tuesday and Wednesday nights for $35. Tickets can be purchased through the website at www.historicalseaport.org or on the dock by 5:15 prior to departure. Tours of the boats from 4 to 5.
It’s all part of the Port of Friday Harbor’s Spring Splash Tuesday, Wednesday & Sunday – here’s the rest of the story. See you there!
Seen Monday: There be pirates, too...arrrrggggh! Photo by Marilyn O'Conner
Could you please put a note about our San Juan Island Sailing Foundation Team Fundraiser at the Yacht Club tonight (4/27/2010) The doors will open at 6:00 and the dinner will be served from 7:00 till 8:00.
There will be some wonderful live music, a no host wine bar, a silent auction, one of our Sailing Team members will be doing the live auction.
It will be $25.00 per person. I expect a wonderful evening of fun and a great chance to support our High School Sailing Team.
The proceeds help defray traveling expenses for our team to go regattas.
RSVP’s are not required but may be made to paul (at) sanjuan.com…
That's Jess at her brother Kaal's wedding (she was the "best man" for him, 'cause he couldn't think of anyone better), with Terresa Sundstrom.
Our old friend Jess Oldwyn will be operated on this morning to remove a tumor from her head. She has her family, friends, boyfriend & most of this island cheering, praying, and otherwise sending her the best of wishes for the best of luck & speedy healing.
Hey – remember about a month ago or so I asked what books you think every islander should read?
Here are the books that people sent in:
Amy Wynn suggested:
1. Hemingway’s “The Old Man and the Sea”
2. Mary Kalbert’s “Reflections on Life in the San Juan Islands” nice little familiar island vignettes.
3. Steve Martini’s “Critical Mass” (because it takes place on the islands and you’ll recognize stuff and that will make you feel like a superior islander.)
4. “How to Be Happy Damn-It!” Nice little mental health instruction manual. I don’t like the title but the stuff inside is pretty useful
5. The Bible, especially Ephesians Chapter 4–all about speaking the truth in love, not scheming against your neighbor, living in unity…all that community building stuff.
From Pamela Williams:
The book I always have loved–and wished I was her—is The Curve of Time by M. Wylie Blanchet.
From Tom Schultz:
Please add “The Light on the Island” by Helene Glidden. They are printing the 50th year edition this year. Marcia and I read this in the late 1980’s while camped on Patos Island (where most of the story takes place).
From Robin Blair:
I think “The Curve of Time” by M. Wylie Blanchet should be at the top of the 5 Books Every Islander Should Read About Island Life list.
Here are my five:
– Living High, by June Burn
– Those books with the photos about Friday Harbor (Mike & Julia Vouri), Roche Harbor (Richard Walker), and the new one for San Juan Island (Mike & Julia, this spring) that they prepared with the Historical Museum. Love those.
– Snow Falling on Cedars, by David Guterson
– Whale Tales I & II by Peter Fromm
– Island Bush Pilot, by Roy Franklin
Ferry with the evening sun setting the water on fire....
Here’s a poem for the day, for you as you continue to wait for your dreams to open themselves to you:
It’s the dream we carry
that something wondrous will happen
that it must happen –
time will open
hearts will open
doors will open
mountains will open
spring will gush forth from the ground
that the dream itself will open
that one morning we’ll quietly drift
into a harbor we didn’t know was there
by Olav Hauge
Bill Watson helps hang up the banner that Paige Carlson made to let everyone know the Library is closed till May 3 while the floor gets redone....
Let’s see what’s up:
Baby Manya....
• You know Manya – you’ve seen her selling her jewelry at Farmers’ Market on Saturdays – she just became a grandmother! Here’s more:
Ebony and Kirsten Pickard are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Manya Eilena Pickard, born at 10:10pm April 20th in Port Townsend, Washington. She weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces at birth. Ebony lived on San Juan Island for most of his life before moving to Port Townsend, where he married Kirsten Wright, an obstetric nurse.
Manya Eilena is welcomed to the family by her brother, Nathan Allen, and her grandparents, Manya Pickard and Shel Bedsole of San Juan Island, Eileen Elston-Wright and Charles Wright of Florida and Don Bradley of Sausalito, California.
The Backdoor Kitchen is open at lunch for Noodle Bowl Monday today...
• This is neat – Island Rec has set things up so folks can register for classes online! Here’s more from Sally:
Go to the front of the line with Online Registration at Island Rec
Island Rec is delighted to announce that beginning May 1 people can register for almost every Island Rec program online and pay by credit card, simply by going to www.islandrec.org
One can now register from the comfort of their home or any public computer that has access to the internet, anytime day or night and enroll in their favorite Island Rec program.
Some great features of this program allow people to pay by credit card; online print off receipts; review what programs for which they have enrolled and see how many spaces are left in any particular program.
Island Rec remains open Monday through Friday 1-5pm for people who want to register in person. In person registration for our summer season begins on May 3.
Visit www.islandrec.org or call Island Rec at 378-4953 for more information about registering online.
The Children's Festival is May 1st this year.
• It’s time for the Children’s Festival again! It’s this coming weekend at the Fairgrounds – see you there! Here’s a portfolio from last year’s…it was great!
• When you need a cake, check out Cake Junkies, a new business in town by Stacey Smith and Giovanna Drew. Take a peek at their website portfolio to get an idea of what they do!
• Paradise Lanes had their first Friday Night Sweeper of the year a couple of weeks ago – Susan Anderson from the bowling alley reports the winners:
Paradise Lanes hosted its first Sweeper of the year. This tournament was for league bowlers with established handicaps. Each bowler (28 total) bowled 4 games – one on each pair of lanes. One place for every 4 entries was paid. First place was a 3-day 2-night stay in Las Vegas, won by Susan Ross. Six more places were paid as follows: 2nd – Michelle Brown, 3rd Richard Pederson, 4th Jim Guard, 5th Chuck Scott, 6th Joel Ball, 7th Cecil Dent; and Kim Burns had the High Handicap Game. Jimmy’s Cafe provided munchies and drink specials. Everyone had a good time including the cheering section. Many are looking forward to another sweeper in May.
Rachel at her shop - drop by to see her! She changed the name of King's Typesetting to Liberty Printing & Design Center - she's over on Carter Street, just down from Harbor Rentals.
