The sun, with all those planets revolving around it and dependent on it, can still ripen a bunch of grapes as if it had nothing else in the universe to do.

~Galileo

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Archive for May 4th, 2008

Learn to Play the Harmonica with Kirk Fuhrmeister

Sunday, May 4th, 2008
June 29, 2008
2:00 pmto5:00 pm

This class will teach the beginner through a brief history of the “French Harp” and teach some basic harmonic theory and practical exercises.

Location: Westcott Bay Sculpture Park

Tuition: $35 Supplies: $10 for harmonica, for ages 8 and up

In concert: Sugar on the Floor

Sunday, May 4th, 2008
June 28, 2008
7:00 pm

Folk singer Michael Cohen and the group “Sugar on the Floor” present a variety of songs from the 19th century and other genres. Cohen has worked with the Smithsonian Instituite in searching for and cataloging American folk tunes.

At the English Camp Barracks

For more information, please call: 360.378.2902 or 360.378.2240

Concrete Cast Leaves with Debbie Pigman

Sunday, May 4th, 2008
June 28, 2008
10:00 amto4:00 pm

Learn the basics of casting concrete leaves including ingredients, mixing, additives and painting.

Location: Westcott Bay Sculpture Park

Tuition: $55, Supplies: $ 15 (must be 16 or older)

San Juan Island Yacht Club’s 44th Opening Day

Saturday, May 3rd, 2008
May 4, 2008
2:00 pmto4:00 pm

Boats will gather in the harbor by the Friday Harbor Labs, all polished and pressed, the boats will parade one by one towards town. This year’s theme is: “Come as you are”. Boats will be judged in 2 categories: Traditionally Dressed and Theme Dressed, by this year’s parade marshal Fred Hoeppner.

Historic vessel MV Catalyst open to the public

Saturday, April 5th, 2008
May 4, 2008
2:00 pmto4:00 pm

Bring the family on board the MV Catalyst

Location:  Friday Harbor Marina
Phone:  360-378-7123
Admission:  Free
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