Renowned for its “Nordic” style architecture, the Tharald Homestead embodies an era of early Scandinavian settlement in Washington state and owns a spot on the National Register of Historic Places. Protected by a Land Bank historic preservation easement, the pioneer-era farm on the west side of San Juan Island has long been touted as one of the best and oldest examples of its kind in San Juan County.
Descendants of some of the island’s prominent pioneer families will be on hand to talk about the family’s legacy in the islands.
Guest speaker is Felicity Green, a member of the international “Transitions” organization and Lopez Island resident. Green will talk about the history of the Transitions movement and its member groups on Lopez.
Using color footage he shot himself, Dick Proenneke traces how he came to this remote area, selected a homestead site and built his log cabin completely by himself.
Ron Meng, founder of Islands Marine Center on Lopez Island, and builder of Ocean Sport boats passed away last week. In light of Ron’s passing, maybe it’s a fitting tribute that Labor Day Weekend was on fire for big Kings.
Historic agricultural structures listed in the Heritage Barn Register, the Washington Heritage Register, or the National Register of Historic Places, are eligible to receive grant funds.
Extravaganza of entertainment. Eight bands, eight hours, twelve bucks.
Islanders now get the chance listen to Carl in a solo performance up close and personal in the Gubelman
Local playwright Don Pollard takes us into the study of the third President of the United States for a close-up chat that follows Jefferson from his presidency and tumultuous relationship with John Adams, through his efforts to expand the country westward, to the end of his life on the same July 4 that Adams died.
Three fewer entries than a year ago didn’t set back Concourse d’ Elegance 2013 one bit. In fact, this year’s event, marked by a 23 percent increase in spectator contributions, topped the 2012 mark for charitable proceeds by a healthy dose.
From Beethoven to Gershwin: von Dassow, Krivchenia, Zarek, Collado in concert
Taylor, who maintained a 4.0 GPA throughout her college career, graduated Aug. 24 from Western Washington University’s Woodring College of Education with a master’s degree in education and an endorsement in Spanish. She begins a professional career in the field of education this fall at Friday Harbor High School, teaching Spanish classes.
The 2nd annual San Juan Music Festival begins at 11 a.m., on the grounds of the former Browne’s Lumber parking lot, 330 Spring Street.