January 29 2019
Photo Credit Teren Photography

Pelindaba Gifts

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, it's time to share the love, the appreciation, the gratitude and the care we feel for all the special people in our lives.  At Pelindaba Lavender Friday Harbor we are here to help with carefully handcrafted and beautifully packaged gifts, all of them made with our organic lavender and lots of love!  Lavender candles, therapeutic massage oil, gift collections, jewelry, organic chocolates & plush aromatherapy animals are customer favorites for Valentine’s Day.
 

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Knowledge Worker Meeting

EDC invites San Juan County knowledge workers to informal meetup. The EDC is working to create a knowledge worker network for islanders who work with code, data, graphics or words. Knowledge worker jobs include computer programming, editing, web design, engineering/scientific consulting, and others that primarily involve creating, manipulating, or analyzing information.

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Open House

The Whale Museum is holding a series of open houses for anyone interested in volunteering with TWM’s Education Department. The open house events will be held on the following dates and times: 
Tuesday, February 12 10:00 am-11:00 am
Wednesday, March 6   1:00 pm-2:00 pm
If you have some spare time and are interested in our marine ecosystem, this is the perfect opportunity for you!  Education Department staff will be available to discuss volunteer opportunities and answer questions. Light refreshments will be served.
 

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Hazwoper Certification Training

On Saturday and Sunday, March 16 and 17, Shawn Larson (The Whale Museum) will lead a 2-Day (24 hour) Hazwoper Certification Training at the San Juan Island Grange Hall, starting at 8 am each day. Hazwoper stands for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. Hazwoper Training is covered under OSHA standard 29 CFR Part 1910.120. The 24 hour Hazwoper course is primarily for individuals who will occasionally come in contact with hazardous materials and not be involved in the cleanup operations.

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Whale Museum Special Events

You are invited to join The Whale Museum for two special events in March: the “Gear Up” Workshop for marine naturalists on March 15 followed by a 2-Day (24 hour) Hazwoper Training on March 16 and 17.  On Friday, March 15, the “Gear Up” Workshop will be held at the San Juan Island Grange Hall in Friday Harbor from 10 am to 4 pm. 

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Friday Harbor Massage

Students of Friday Harbor School of Massage are currently doing their Student Clinic Massages at Lavendera Massage, this will continue through mid April. Times are as follows; 1:30 pm Monday through Friday 3:00 pm some days Monday through Friday 5:00 pm possible Monday through Friday. Student Clinic Massage cost $35. All massage will be preformed at Lavendera Massage 285 Spring St, Call 360-378-3637 to sign up. Richard Davenport School Director.
 

Northwest Island Escapes

Northwest Island Escapes, hosting the largest inventory of vacation rental homes in the San Juan Islands, is offering a winter special: Romance in the San Juans. Book a stay during the months of January and February at one of our featured homes, and enjoy a 10% discount. For reservations call: 360-378-3601 or visit: www.nwislandescapes.com

Chamber Quarterly Luncheon Raffle Items

Becki

Do you have a raffle item you want to donate to the Quarterly Luncheon tomorrow? If so contact me at becki@sanjuanisland.org and this will let us know what it is!
 

San Juan Bistro Featured Chamber Member of the Month

San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce Featured Member of the Month
Richard and Sherie Daly have some exciting news! New name, new logo. Same smiling faces! In 2013, we opened a retail cheese shop with a light menu. We have since evolved into a favorite restaurant.
 
To better serve our guests and to more accurately reflect our business model, we have changed our name from “San Juan Island Cheese” to “San Juan Bistro”.
 
We offer table service with “San Juan Bistro”, and our take-out menu with “San Juan Express”. Either way, you can “Love Your Lunch!” We are reopening Friday, February 8, at 11 am.
 
We are your locally owned, family-run lunch bistro in beautiful Friday Harbor. San Juan Bistro is ideally located across from the Brickworks Farmer’s Market and within walking distance to the ferry. Enjoy a delectable lunch menu of Panini Sandwiches on Housemade Bread, Hand-rolled Pasta, Daily Soups, Fresh Salads, and House-made Desserts. We offer Northwest wines, beers and ciders, and locally roasted coffee to complement your meal. Enjoy our patio and relax in this unique corner of the Pacific Northwest.
San Juan Island Bistro
155 Nichols St
360-370-5115
https://sanjuanbistro.com
richard@sjbistro.com
 

Opening Again

Friday Harbor Chocolates

Friday Harbor Chocolates will be re-opening on February 1, 2019 after taking a short hiatus in January to allow everyone to meet their New Year's resolutions of no chocolates or wine for at least a month.  We hope our decision to close helped you meet your goals! But now it's February and time to get back to enjoying the fine taste of wine and chocolates yourselves and/or buying gifts for others.

www.fridayharborchocolates.com
Open daily 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., except Tuesdays and Wednesdays.  225 Spring Street, Friday Harbor.  See our Facebook page and website
for further details.

 


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Sunday Breakfast

Mullis Community Center

Don’t miss the monthly Pancake Breakfast this Sunday, Feb 3!  Enjoy bacon, eggs, and all you can eat pancakes for $6. Or try our amazing Gluten Free pancake breakfast for $8. And this month celebrate the season of Love and Valentines with a decadent trio of pancake toppers: Homemade Chocolate Syrup, Berries, and Whipped Cream! Add an almost famous cinnamon roll to eat in or take out for $4 each.  This is the best breakfast deal in town and you’ll feel good knowing that all the proceeds go to support the Mullis Center’s daily operations and programming. See you on Sunday!  

Islands Agricultural Summit

This year San Juan Island will host the annual San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit on February 2-3, 2019. Gather with more than 150 local farmers, food producers, businesses, and advocates for a weekend filled with education, inspiration, and community. We are proud to host Dr. Heidi Roop, of the University of Washington Climate Impacts Group as this year's Keynote Speaker: Dr Roop.

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Watch the Oscars Live

FHFF

LIVE on the Big Screen on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2019. We are so pleased to announce that the FH Film Festival’s Oscar Night Gala returns to the beautiful Friday Harbor Yacht Club for 2019! Doors open at 5:00pm with live Red Carpet Coverage, followed by the Oscar Ceremony at 6:00 pm. Celebrate film and watch the Oscars LIVE on the big screen with your friends!

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February 2nd Indoor Farmers Market

The next farmers market is Saturday, February 2nd from 9:30am-1:00pm inside at Brickworks. Participants of the annual San Juan Island Agricultural Summit will be able to pick up their tickets at the market Saturday morning. In addition to local farms, the SJI Farmers Market will have Mountain Wave Coffee from Lopez Island and food from San Juan Island’s Market Chef, Rolling Sushi and Cynthia’s Bistro. Join us! For more information about the Ag Summit please view/purchase tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-san-juan-islands-agricultural-summit-tickets-53158424278

CSA Memberships

Dancing Seeds Farm

Would you like to know more about your produce, including where and how it’s grown and who does the work? Dancing Seeds Farm is pleased to offer CSA memberships this year for those who appreciate getting to know their farmers through weekly boxes of super fresh, nutrient-dense fruits, vegetables, and herbs. They’re also offering a fresh-cut flower membership, and a flexible program for people who don’t need a box every week. CSA season will run from May to October, and sign-ups are happening right now. For more information, check their website at dancingseedsfarm.com/csa/. You can also contact the farm manager, Greg Meyer, at greg@dancingseedsfarm.com or 360-622-2330.
 

Receive 20% Off Any Single Permanent Hair Removal Treatment

Electrolysis San Juan

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 From now until February 19th, new clients can take advantage of 20% off any single treatment at Electrolysis San Juan, LLC!

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 Electrolysis can be performed on all hair types and colors (even light blonde and white/gray hairs). If excess hair is bothering you, electrolysis can help! This procedure will eliminate your unwanted hair and, in the process, give you a new self-confidence.

 With offices located in Friday Harbor and Eastsound, liberating yourself from unwanted hair and the chore of maintaining it has never been easier!

 Let's get started – book online for a complimentary consultation and 20% off your first treatment at www.electrosj.com. You may also call/text 360-298-4068 or email info@electrosj.com to book an appointment.

818 Mullis St

Friday Harbor, WA 98250

Contact: Danielle Wheeler

(360) 298-4068

info@electrosj.com

Member Messages - January 29 2019