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~Ralph Waldo Emerson


Archive for April 9th, 2009

Every Saturday: Living History at English Camp

May 30, 2009 12:00 pmtoAugust 29, 2009 12:00 pm

Park rangers and volunteers recreate military and civilian life at English Camp during the island’s early pioneer period. Activities include blacksmithing, coopering, weaving, needlework and exhibitions of military equipment and skills.

Cost: Free
Location: English Camp, West Valley Road, Friday Harbor, WA 98250

Every Saturday:Pig War Guided Walk at American Camp

May 30, 2009 11:30 amtoAugust 29, 2009 11:30 am

Park rangers and volunteers describe events leading up to and including the Pig War and the peaceful joint occupation of San Juan Island by British and American troops.

Cost: Free

Location: American Camp, Cattle Point Road, Friday Harbor, WA 98250

Every Monday: Old Time Country Tunes and Barn Dances

March 9, 2009 7:00 pmtoAugust 31, 2009 7:00 pm

Every Monday evening there is an informal get together of San Juan Island country-dance musicians and other enthusiasts. They play, learn and/or participate in Mixers, Squares, Lines, Rounds, Contras, Polka, Waltz, Schottisch, Hambo, and folk dances. Learn, perform, dance or just enjoy watching and hearing a variety of traditional “Barn Dance” tunes and dances, (as demonstrated at the San Juan Island Farmer’s Market and at National Park Service Reenactments.) Strengthen community and friendships on the Island through the spirit of America’s folk heritage and by dancing with everybody in the hall. Benefit from non-commercial friendships and community participation.
San Juan Singers in Concert

* Location: The Mullis Center, San Juan Island
* Contact: Mike Cohen
* Phone: (360) 378-6313
* Admission: Optional donation: 25 cents, more or less