
May 14 2019 Photography by Mark Gardner
Calendar of Events Hemp: History, Legislation, Cultivation & the Farm Bill 05/16/2019 Life Untamed: Jaime Ellsworth & Barbara Duzan 05/17/2019- 06/08/2019 PastaPalooza Dinner Event 05/17/2019 San Juan Island Farmers Market - 2019 Weekly Schedule 05/18/2019 Third Saturday Contra Dance 05/18/2019 Contra Dance 05/18/2019 Meet the Authors 05/19/2019 Chamber May Social 05/20/2019 Film: The Bleeding Edge at Grange; Best of Fest Series 05/21/2019 Memory Cafe: Live Music with Alan Boyne 05/21/2019 Hemp History, Legislation, Cultivation *Hemp: History, Legislation, Cultivation, & the Farm Bill* on May 16^th with Bonny Jo Peterson, Executive Director of the Industrial Hemp Association of Washington who will cover the history of hemp and its uses, the difference between hemp and marijuana, changes to the Farm Bill, and growing hemp on a small/homestead scale tailored to the Islands. read more... Vics Rock the Dock We are proud to announce Vic’s Drive In will once again be working with the Port of Friday Harbor to provide food service at the 4th of July Rock the Dock Party, August Wings and Wheels Show, and new this year the Rockin’ Regatta In June which KISM 92.9fm will broadcast live from throughout the morning and evening. read more... Friday Harbor Bike Fest The upcoming Friday Harbor Bike Fest is the third annual bike ride sponsored by the San Juan Lions Club. In the past this event was known as the Friday Harbor Bike-n-Brew. This year’s event is being held on June 1st to coincide with the 30th annual San Juan Island Artists’ Studio Tour. read more... San Juan Island Artists Studio Tour Save the Date June 1-2, 2019, and be one of the hundreds who attend this year’s annual San Juan Island Artists’ Studio Tour. Plan a fabulous art weekend in the San Juan Islands! read more... Village at the Harbour Fundraiser Dust off your cowboy boots because the Village at the Harbour is pleased to announce they will be hosting a vital fundraiser, "The Hospice of San Juan Giddy Up" on Saturday, July 20th from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. read more... Third Saturday Contra Dance Grange Hall in Friday Harbor Saturday May 18th, 7 till 9 PM $10 donation at the door, $5 students MORE DETAILS- Kick up your heels with caller Carol Piening from Olympia and The Possum Carvers from Port Townsend featuring Scott Marckx on fiddle, Jeanie Murphy on banjo, and Chris Cooper on guitar. Carve up the best dance floor in the Islands to wonderful old-time music and energetic cheerful calling. As always, all dances are taught so no need for previous contra dance experience; everyone is welcome, no need to bring a partner. Enjoy a grand ole time as the magic of dancing together unfolds! Sponsored by San Juan Island Grange #966 most 3^rd Saturdays. Check out our Facebook page - San Juan Islands Contra Dance. CONTACT-Alice Deane, alicedeane@rockisland.com, 360-378-5250	Chamber Member Social Please save the date for the May Social! It will be May 20^th, 5:30 pm, at Aurora Farms. Lori Ann is excited to show us all around her farm so mark your calendars. 652 No2 Schoolhouse Rd Index of Articles Chamber Member Social WaterWorks Gallery Open Island Air Ambulance Award Theme for 2019 Friday Harbor July 4th Parade Coho Restaurant Happenings Meet the Authors 40th Kayaking Season Calendar of Events Hemp History, Legislation, Cultivation Vics Rock the Dock Friday Harbor Bike Fest San Juan Island Artists Studio Tour Village at the Harbour Fundraiser Third Saturday Contra Dance WaterWorks Gallery Open Spring 2019 Jaime Ellsworth & Barbara Duzan show May 17 - June 8, 2019 Regional artists, Jaime Ellsworth and Barbara Duzan both bring animals to life with style and whimsy through their mediums of acrylic and bronze. Please join us for a reception on Friday May 17th 4-7 pm both artists will be in attendance. Island Air Ambulance Award Island Air Ambulance was recently awarded full reaccreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Services (CAMTS) and joins an elite group of medical transport services that have achieved this recognition. CAMTS is an independent, non-profit organization that audits and accredits medical transport services worldwide. Island Air Ambulance is a San Juan County-based critical care fixed wing air ambulance service operated by Island Air. “We have a phenomenal crew that hold themselves to the highest standards for patient care and safety,” said Jackie Hamilton, Island Air Owner and President. Theme for 2019 Friday Harbor July 4th Parade The San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the theme for the 2019 4^th of July Parade in Friday Harbor: “Parade of Stars”, past and present… The event has been rated one of the top 10 small town 4^th of July celebrations in the USA. The parade will start at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 4^th. A full day of food, entertainment and music, will culminate with a glorious fireworks extravaganza over the scenic Port of Friday Harbor. The Chamber encourages all of those interested to gather your creative crew and begin plans on your costumes, floats and themed entries. Prizes will be awarded for the following categories-Best Use of Theme Float, Best Use of Theme Non-Float, Best Use of Theme- Children/Youth, Best Costume Group, Best Animal/Animal Group, Judges Choice, Best Off-Island Entry, and Best Vehicle. To participate in the 2019 Friday Harbor Independence Day Parade, please email: parade@sanjuanisland.org for an application or download it at www.sanjuanisland.org Coho Restaurant Happenings What’s Pho Lunch at Coho Restaurant? Every Thursday Stop in “pho” lunch Thursday. If you are a noodle Pho natic or if you just want a Pho nomenially delicious lunch with farm fresh veggies, fish, chicken or meat, check us out. Our vegetarian pho starts at $10. In addition to Pho, we have spring rolls and macaroons for dessert. Lunch is available for carryout from 11:30 – 1:30. Please call ahead to place your order and we’ll have it ready for pick up. 360-378-6330. For more details or for our Pho Menu: https://www.cohorestaurant.com/pho-lunch/ Dusted Valley Winemaker’s Dinner – May 17 Join winemaker Chad Johnson for a memorable evening of food and Walla Walla wine at Coho Restaurant. Our culinary team will prepare a 5 course dinner paired with Chad’s stunning wines. Dinner is $55/person and the optional wine tasting is $45/person. Dinner begins at 6 p.m. Please call for reservations at 360-378-6330. May Hours for Coho Restaurant Serving dinner Tuesday – Saturday; First Seating 5 – 5:45 and 5 course Chef’s Tasting offered daily. Meet the Authors Have you written a book? Do you like to read works by local authors? There’s a new group in town you might want to get to know. The Authors of the San Juan Islands is a community of writers living in and around the Salish Sea. Their mission is to raise awareness of our local author community and to educate new writers in the pursuit of better craft and business practices. read more... 40th Kayaking Season San Juan Kayak Expeditions Tim and Sally Thomsen are delighted to announce that San Juan Kayak Expeditions opens its 40^th Kayaking Season on Saturday May 4^th. Come visit us at our outdoor kiosk at 275 A Street or at www.sanjuankayak.com San Juan Kayak Expeditions, the island’s Original Sea Kayak Outfitter offers Guided Day Trips, Guided Multi-day Trips and Sea Kayak Rentals and is offering a 10-20% discount on guided trips running through June 15. Call Sally for details. Tim and Sally Thomsen Owners San Juan Kayak Expeditions 360 378 4436 sanjuankayak@rockisland.com www.sanjuankayak.com Check us out on: Facebook Trip Advisor Instagram Google Come paddle with us in 2019 for our 40^th season!
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