The Washington State Invasive Species Council has launched a hotline and Web site for people to report sightings of invasive species. Invasive species are plants and animals that are not native to Washington and can crowd out local wildlife and plants, destroying entire landscapes. From ivy choking city parks, to Spartina filling estuaries, to apple maggots infesting orchards, invasive species cost Washington millions of dollars to control every year.
This second grant is specifically for the development of a corridor management plan, an essential element in Scenic Byway development. The process will bring together citizens, businesses, organizations, and local, state and federal government agencies to define the community’s vision, goals and branding of the San Juan Islands Scenic Byway. It will also develop plans for interpretation, define the infrastructure development needs, identify resource protection areas and methods, and define marketing approaches.
The Opportunity Council in Bellingham has been awarded a federal grant of $73,897 to provide repairs for needed health, safety, and durability issues for up to 26 low-income homeowners in rural areas of Island, San Juan and Whatcom counties.
The first party of the holiday season on San Juan Island was big, colorful, musical, and tasty. And it was free and open to the public. The San Juan Historical Museum’s heritage farmhouse and resource center were crowded Dec. 2 for the museum’s Old-Fashioned Holiday Celebration. The event has traditionally been the first holiday event in December on the island.
Tifni Twitchell Lynch is a storyteller. Never mind her first incarnation as an actor in her native Los Angeles. When Lynch tells a story, the listener is absorbed into her narrative landscape. On Nov. 20-21, that landscape was one of endangered animals, golden apples and the elusive firebird.
The Friday Harbor Town Council discusses the proposed purchase of 150 Nichols St. for a permanent farmers market today, 5:30 p.m., in the Town Hall Council Chambers. The meeting is open to the public. The San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild is proposing that a permanent farmers market be located at 150 Nichols St. It’s the former site of Friday Harbor Electric and, historically, was the home of the Boede Cement Co., which manufactured the cement blocks used in the construction of many downtown heritage buildings, including Town Hall.
Loving Hands, a pet grooming service, has moved from 1021 Guard St. to 385-B Carter Ave., below Hillside House. Melody Rice employs the use of chemical-free shampoos and conditioners. Her grooming is hands-on, no cage drying. Her services range from nails to full grooms to clip downs.
Tifni Twitchell Lynch is a storyteller. Never mind her first incarnation as an actor in her native Los Angeles. When Lynch tells a story, the listener is absorbed into her narrative landscape. On Nov. 20-21, that landscape was one of endangered animals, golden apples and the elusive firebird.
The first party of the holiday season on San Juan Island is big, colorful, musical, and tasty. And it’s free and open to the public. The San Juan Historical Museum’s Old Fashioned Holiday Celebration is tonight, 5 p.m., at the museum, 405 Price St., Friday Harbor. It’s traditionally been the first holiday event in December on the island.
Victoria Compton, founder of At Home magazine and former director of Westcott Bay Institute, is the new executive director of the San Juan County Economic Development Council. She succeeds Bill Watson, who retired from the position. Her first day on the job was Dec. 1. In addition, Peggy Bill was hired as coordinator of the San Juan County Agricultural Resources Committee. She succeeds Eliza Buck, who is leaving to pursue a master’s degree.
As you illuminate your house for the holidays, keep this in mind: America has maxed out its electricity generating capacity. There will be electricity shortages as soon as 2011 in some parts of America. And it could get worse as we struggle to find new, cleaner ways to generate electricity: America lacks the technology to meet its climate change goal deadlines.
Lila trained as a registered nurse at Moose Jaw General Hospital, Saskatchewan. In Saskatchewan, she worked at Assiniboia Hospital, Moose Jaw General Hospital, and Saskatoon University Hospital. In Victoria, B.C., she worked at Mount Tolmie Hospital. She was dedicated to her craft and brought heartfelt comfort and care to many over the years.
The Haws family invites children of all ages to enjoy the new toys on display at their house. “Not all the decorations are up yet but you are welcome to view the holiday fun on display,” Arnell Haws wrote in an e-mail. “Drive down Kirsten Alley, across from Stepping Stones, and feel free to view from the porch. 10 Scenic Place welcomes you!”
