Guys on Ice chronicles the amusing antics of three Wisconsin fishing buddies and home-grown philosophers in song and dance as they spend a day inside an ice shanty.
At the “introductory” rally, Saturday, March 2, participants will demonstrate and be scored on horse care skills, presentation and knowledge of required equipment without the added burden of having a horse to contend with as well.
Other award winners include, Jeremy Talobtt, who also received EMT of the Year honors; Ron Krebs, Rookie of the Year; Dr. Michael Edwards, Honorary EMS Assistant Chief Award; and Lainey Volk, who received the San Juan County Medical Program Director Award, presented by Dr. Michael Sullivan of Peace Island Medical Center, in recognition of her leadership, dedication and service.
The purpose of the festival is two-fold: to attract visitors to the island in the fall shoulder season, and to raise awareness about the San Juans’ Pacific Rim neighbors and the world. In addition, it is an opportunity to have professional filmmakers educate and inspire islanders and visitors of all ages in the art of filmmaking.
The Seattle-area couple, both graduates of the University of Washington, plan to wed Sept. 21.
The Radio Hour is back with “Love is in the Airwaves,” bringing along big microphones, special sound effects, live music and silly comedy.
While a 16.7-pounder may be a far cry from many trophy fish landed over the years by Nelson, winner of some 30 or so Northwest fishing competitions, he’s delighted to be back on top, and to pocket the derby’s top cash prize, $10,000. That’s $599 a pound, if you’re keeping score.
Sunday’s performance, slated for the Grange Hall in Friday Harbor, has been canceled because of illness. Click on the link on the following page for a schedule of future performances.
A Fairytale Romance, was created and choreographed by the island’s Lina Downes,
The value of the volunteer dental care provided to date totals $74,579 according to Fish for Teeth.
The bootcamp begins Feb. 5, at San Juan Island Fitness, and includes up to 18 classes.
Local performers join acclaimed artists in ‘La Danse et La Musique’, Feb. 9
Newton’s latest topic of research is assessing the status of ocean acidification in local marine waters.