Whale Museum Volunteer Open House Today
The Whale Museum The Whale Museum is holding an open house for anyone interested in volunteering. If you have some spare time and are interested in our marine ecosystem, the museum has something for everyone! The program will take place on April 11. Drop by anytime between 5:30 and 7 pm. Museum staff and volunteer managers will be available to discuss volunteer opportunities and answer questions. read more...
3D Printing is now available at your Library
After a few months of staff experiments and training, the San Juan Island Library is now offering 3D printing for public use. We have created items ranging from semi-useful (soap dish, cardholder, plastic bag carrier, fly swatter, cookie cutter) to ridiculously cute (cat ring, gnomes, dragons and the ever-popular and much-needed cork pig). To request that an item be printed patrons will need to fill out both an Agreement Form and a 3D Printing Request Form, both of which can be found on the website and also next to the printer at the Library. read more...
EDC offers free workshop on communication
SuperConnectivity Wednesday, April 12 th from 9:15-10:15 at Russell’s Landing on Orcas Island. FREE workshop; advance registration is required. Please call 360-378-2906 to reserve your space, or email: info@sanjuansedc.org Effective and powerful communication can help build companies and careers. It’s a critical component of enduring success in today’s competitive business world. Whether a face-to-face conversation or well-written e-mail, a meaningful and well delivered message establishes a connection that creates a powerful impression with customers and colleagues. Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for a FREE workshop on the topic of improving communication skills using SuperConnectivity™, on Wednesday, April 12 th from 9:15-10:15 on Orcas Island. Advance registration is required.
ONE TIME ONLY - ONE DAY ONLY this Saturday, the 15th
Cotton Cotton Cotton & Discovery Sea Kayaks ONE TIME ONLY - ONE DAY ONLY
Cotton Cotton Cotton & Discovery Sea Kayaks
are having a 1st time ever Mall Sale!
Saturday, April 15th from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
We have done our Spring Cleaning and need to move last year’s inventory
to make room for new!
Sale items will be deeply discounted – ALL SALES FINAL.
Come in and find some real bargains!
San Juan Kayak Expeditions Special
San Juan Kayak Expeditions
San Juan Kayak Expeditions, established in 1980 opens on April 15 for its 38th Kayak Season! We are once again operating from our convenient outdoor kiosk location at 275 A Street, next to Café Demeter and adjacent to Susie’s Moped.
We are excited to get the season started and to offer an Early Season Special. Running from April 15 through May 26, book a Whales Ho! Half-Day Tour with three or more people and receive a 10% discount. This early season is a special time to be on the Salish Sea without the crowds! Bookings can be made online at sanjuankayak.com or by calling Sally at 360.378.4436. use voucher code ESSHALF2017 to save over $26!
Visit sanjuankayak.com to see other specials including Mother’s Day, Father Day and military discounts.
Mark Gardner Photo Classes
April 22-23 - From Snapshots to Great Shots: How to make better photographs. 9am - 4pm at Skagit College in Friday Harbor. April 25-27 - Getting the most out of the Digital Darkroom. 7pm-10pm at Skagit College in Friday Harbor.
Marine Naturalist Workshop
The Whale Museum “Gear Up” Workshop for Marine Naturalists on April 22, 2017
and a CPR/First Aid Training on April 23, 2017
Friday Harbor, WA – You are invited to join The Whale Museum for two special programs in April: the “Gear Up” Workshop for marine naturalists on April 22 followed by a CPR/First Aid Training through San Juan Island EMS. On Saturday, April 22, the “Gear Up” Workshop will be held at the San Juan Island Grange Hall in Friday Harbor from 10 am to 4 pm. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. for registration. Invited presenters include: Lynne Barre (NOAA) on the status of Southern Resident Killer Whales; Sandie O’Neill (NOAA) and Suzanna Stoike (Puget Sound Partnership) on the status of water quality within Puget Sound; Jennifer Johnson (GSRO) on the status of salmon recovery in Washington; and Marla Holt (NOAA) on the status of ocean sound/noise in the Pacific Northwest. The registration fee is $35 for non-members; $25 for TWM or SSAMN members. A no-host reception will follow the session on Saturday evening at Mike’s Café & Wine Bar.
On Sunday, April 23rd, a CPR/First Aid Training will be taught by San Juan Island EMS staff from 9 am- 5pm at the San Juan Island EMS Building. This training is designed to allow for marine naturalists to get certified in CPR/First Aid within a single day. The registration fee is $35 for non-members; $25 for TWM or SSAMN members.
Friday Harbor Art Studio
Friday Harbor Art Studio and Custom Picture Framing is now operating by appointment at its new location, just 2 1/2 blocks from the old location, at 321 Geneste St. Howie Rosenfeld reports he's happy with the way the newly constructed Studio turned out and things are now sorted enough to continue providing the same picture framing services he has provided here for over 25 years as well as selling his own art work. Call Howie at 378-5788.
SJI Farmers Market is looking for Volunteers
Elena Porten Want to volunteer? April is National Volunteer Month! The SJI Farmers Market is looking for volunteers this year! Specifically to:
1.) Help deliver donated produce to the Food Bank at 1pm on Saturdays.
2.) Help run the “Veggie Valet” booth, which allows customers to drop off their purchases and either continue shopping or grab their car for curbside pickup.
3.) Help run the NEW EBT (food stamps) machine during farmers market hours.
4.) Help compile stock photography and content for the farmers market new website. Graphic design, website design, t-shirt design, and photography/video help is ALWAYS needed!
5.) Help with special events, weekly trash pickup at Brickworks, and/or fundraising efforts.
Please contact the market manager, Elena Porten at: sjifarmersmarket@gmail.com or fill out the volunteer sign-up form online if you are interested in being apart of the SJI Farmers Market Volunteer Team!
Online volunteer form here: https://goo.gl/forms/70XaqpKNOG28xeDh1
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Elena Porten, Market Manager
San Juan Island Farmers Market
Brickworks, 150 Nichols Street
PO Box 1427, Friday Harbor WA. 98250
cell: 360-298-1660
County wide 2017 Great Islands Clean Up
Do Your Part to Make San Juan Island “Litter-Free by the Sea”!
All Chamber members (plus your families/friends!) are encouraged to participate in the County-wide 2017 Great Islands Clean-Up, which will be held on Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, from 9 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. The Town of Friday Harbor does a terrific job regularly picking up litter from the sidewalks and gutters in the downtown area. read more...
Opening Day Boating Parade May 7th
San Juan Island Yacht Club and the Town and Port of Friday Harbor bring annual boat parade, celebrating the opening of the boating season and an opportunity to meet and thank our first responders. Meet and Greet first responders 11:30 to 1:00. Cannon Start boat parade 2:20 at the Spring Street Landing.
San Juan Island Cheese is Hiring
Lunch Cook. Responsible for making panini sandwiches, mac n cheese, quiche and plating dishes. Help with morning prep and for making salads and soups during lunch hour. Food prep including side salads, pickling, dressings, Baking tasks including cheesecakes, crackers, pie dough, breads, etc. Make cheese boards and meat board, assist with pairings, design responsible for hot sandwich station, prepping, service, sanitation. Potential for creative input in the above. If you’re interested in joining our team, please email cover letter and resume to: richard@sjicheese.com
Friday Harbor Labs annual OPEN HOUSE
This free public event offers a splendid opportunity to meet scientists and students at the Labs and to check out the research and teaching facilities. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Labs will be open for self-guided tours. Visitors will be given a schedule of Open House events. Also available will be a map that highlights the history of the labs and the development of the campus. Saturday, May 20, 2017, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. read more...
Clay Therapy Workshops
Belle Terre Island Ceramics C lay classes are offered for individuals wanting to learn hand building techniques with earthenware clay. Classes are 5 week sessions ,15 hours of class time, good for beginners or experienced clay enthusiast. April 24- May 24. Monday and Tuesday class times available. Classes have continuous demonstrations and are geared toward the individual’ s level and artistic goals. San Juan Islands botanical and marine legacy is Belle Terre ceramics fundamental point of view for creative and applied techniques. We believe there is a therapeutic and meditative component to working with clay and that is why we call our class CLAY THERAPY. Lauren Jawer Artist 317-4468 email laurenjawer62@gmail.com
Tech Made Simple- Classes for the Non-Tech Savvy
Rock Tech Trainers have developed classes to de-mystify the technology that has invaded our lives. Based on feedback and requests from customers, the classes are open to everyone and free to the public. Designed to promote technical confidence in our community, they will be offered each week at the San Juan Island Library. read more...
Twilight Fun Run
Join SAFE San Juans for our 1st annual SAFE on the Rocks 5k in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month! This twilight fun run will feature glow sticks, glow paint, a post-race party with music, food, raffle lottery tickets, family-friendly activities, and much more! Even if you want to walk the route or just come for the post-race party starting at 8:30pm, SAFE on the Rocks will have something fun for everyone (suggested $10 event entry donation per family for those not walking/running)!
Tech Made Simple Schedule
April 17, Tech Made Simple- Smart TV’s 10am to noon, San Juan Island Library
- Why do Smart TVs make me feel so dumb
- Deciphering and using TV remote controls
- Changing inputs on the TV
- Connecting devices to the TV
- Obscure settings and what to ignore
- 4K, 5K, 1080p ... what does it all mean?
"Smart" televisions are all the rage these days, but with all the choices out there, which one do I choose? The prices range from ridiculously cheap to incredibly expensive. In this seminar we will look at the what all the lingo means, how to assess our needs, make wise choices when purchasing and what to do when I get the monstrosity home.
Tech Made Simple- classes for the ‘non-tech savvy’. Offered for free to the community, everyone is welcome. Presented by RockTech Trainers, these interactive classes are fun and informative
April 24. Tech Made Simple- Computer Basics 10am to noon, San Juan Island Library
- Computer and technical terms made easy
- Storage vs. Memory
- Files and folders, where did it go
- Understanding the desktop pictures
- Helpful tutorials and resources
Computers are becoming more and more part of our day to day lives, and the technology seems to change on a daily basis. So how does one even get started? In this interactive class we will de-mystify the computer world. Build your confidence as you explore the technology that has invaded your life.
Tech Made Simple- classes for the ‘non-tech savvy’. Offered for free to the community, everyone is welcome. Presented by RockTech Trainers, these interactive classes are fun and informative
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