Blogs and News about Little Patos Island of the San Juan Islands, Washington State.

Last updated on Thu, 21 Aug 2008

Thursday, August 21st, 2008 - Light House Tours: Lime Kiln Lighthouse

Light House Tours: Thursday and Saturday evenings from 7pm till sunset. Starting Thursday, May 22nd thru Labor Day. 0:1589 1:Light House Tours: Lime Kiln Lighthouse 2:Lime Kiln Point State Park

Thursday, August 21st, 2008 - Literary Salon at the Library

Join us in front of the fireplace on each third Thursday of the month at 7 PM to discuss any great books you may have read lately. This is a good gathering of rebel readers—those folks who love books, but don’t want a book club because they don’t want to be told what to read.   Come check it out! 0:484 1:Literary Salon at the Library 2:

Thursday, August 21st, 2008 - Westside Trail Thursdays — San Juan Island

Location: Westside Preserve — 5pm Description: Your San Juan County Land Bank is hosting a series of volunteer trail building on the Westside Preserve this summer, every Thursday, through August 21st. Please call 378—4402 for more information! 0:2458 1:Westside Trail Thursdays — San Juan Island 2:

Thursday, August 21st, 2008 - Reading & Discussion: Susan Carnes' new book 'My Champion'

Gather the family at Pelindaba on August 21 at 5:00 to enjoy a discussion about My Champion, a brand new picture book about kids, horses and the environment of the San Juan Islands. The story follows Tess, an adventuresome ten year old, and the farm work horse, both transformed as they play, plan and dream by the sea. Susan Carnes wrote and illustrated this book based on pieces of her life. She will display her oil paintings, and Ernest Pugh will read a favorite passage. A teacher, counselor, artist, dramatist and mother, Susan Carnes has spent a lifetime showcasing the work of children. My Champion is her gift to the islands' old and young. She says, 'Deeds begin with dreams. Dream big.' 0:2206 1:Reading & Discussion: Susan Carnes' new book 'My Champion' 2:

Thursday, August 21st, 2008 - Listen Up and Discuss

Adults gather in the lounge at the Mullis Center to listen to the written word read aloud. Poems, brief excerpts, stories and articles are shared. Participants discuss observations about the literary material and how it relates to their experiences and perceptions. 0:279 1:Listen Up and Discuss 2:

Thursday, August 21st, 2008 - Meeting: Kiwanis Club

Kiwanis Meeting, every Thursday @ 12 noon at the Legion 0:1266 1:Meeting: Kiwanis Club 2:

Thursday, August 21st, 2008 - Town Council Meeting

Town Council — 1st and 3rd Thursday at noon and 5:30 pm. The Town's meetings can be viewed on public access tv channel 13. The Council's agenda for the meetings is usually posted here .  0:1023 1:Town Council Meeting 2:

Thursday, August 21st, 2008 - Lapsit and Linger for Infants and Toddlers

Bring your infants and toddlers to share stories and songs, fingerplays and rhymes for infants and toddlers.  Get kids ready to read! Stay after the stories to mix with other parents, and share tips while the kids play and socialize. 0:120 1:Lapsit and Linger for Infants and Toddlers 2:

British Government Caught Pirating On PMs Website

While the British government puts huge amounts of pressure on ISPs to clamp down on file-sharers, it is doing some pirating of its very own. It seems that Prime Minister Gordon Brown’s own website is in serious breach of copyright, as it is based on a ripped-off Wordpress theme.

Finally, the details about Hillary Clinton's Broward visit

Barack Obama's campaign announced more than two weeks ago that his vanquished rival, Hillary Clinton , would appear on his behalf Thursday in South Florida. A few minutes ago, the Obama camp finally provided details about her Broward ...

Giuliani to Deliver Keynote at Republican Convention

The AP reports that Rudy Giuliani will give the keynote at the Republican National Convention next month. In addition to the fact that Giuliani has been a strong supporter of McCain since his own primary campaign fizzled, ...

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RON PAUL IS PART OF THE NEW WORLD ORDER!The deal has strained relations between Moscow and the West, ties already troubled by Russia's invasion of its former Soviet neighbor, US ally Georgia, earlier this month. ...

Darwin Award? Kite Surfer Tries To Ride Hurricane Fay

A kite surfer got a lot more than he bargained for today, when he apparently tried to take on Tropical Storm Fay on a Fort Lauderdale beach.

Giuliani speaks first during “reform night” at GOP convention

David Paterson has nabbed a speaking slot at the Democratic convention, and now comes word that one of his potential rivals in 2010 will get the spotlight at the Republican convention: Rudy Giuliani will kick off Tuesday night’s program ...

Rudy Giuliani to Give Keynote at GOP Convention

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani will give the keynote address at the Republican National Convention next month.

Giuliani To Be Keynote Speaker At Republican National Convention

Former New York City mayor and presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani will be the keynote speaker at the Republican National Convention, which begins Monday, September 1st. His Tuesday night address will follow primetime speeches from ...

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Like its says. Not the best but will get the job done for now.

Schwarzenegger Jumps on Obama’s Tire Inflation Bandwagon

Yesterday, several more groups were added to the growing list of organizations that stand behind Senator Obama’s claim that properly inflated tires can indeed reduce gasoline consumption. Speaking on behalf of these groups, and helping to launch the EcoDriving initiative was John McCain supporter Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Men on a mission

In a rundown suburb of Washington DC, a group of anti- Iraq war protesters has set up home. But they are no ordinary activists - they are all veterans of the conflict. Daniel Nasaw talks to them. Daniel Nasaw; The Guardian ...

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begins at: 2:05 PM ET USA Today - 38 minutes ago The White Sox look to complete their first sweep of the Seattle Mariners at home since 2004 when they close this three-game series on Wednesday. ...

BJ's posts higher 2Q profit, raises outlook - The Associated Press

The Associated Press BJ's posts higher 2Q profit, raises outlook The Associated Press - 39 minutes ago PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) - BJ's Wholesale Club Inc. posted a slightly higher second-quarter profit on Wednesday and raised its full-year earnings forecast as frugal shoppers look for deals at discounters. BJ's raises full-year profit forecast BusinessWeek BJ's authorizes share repurchase CNNMoney.com RTT News  - Worcester Business Journal  - Business Wire (press release)  - Trading Markets (press release) all 162 news articles

Clinton Supporters Launch New Email Campaign To Try And Derail ...

Scripps Howard News Service reports that there’sa new email campaign underway by some Hillary Clinton supporters to derail the nomination of Democratic Senator Barack Obama, who is now starting to seriously sag in various national polls ...

Snohomish County cutting West Nile detection program

Several critical health programs could be cut due to a $4.4 million budget shortfall. 30% of employees could lose jobs

The World's Most Elusive Human Being (COMIC)

You know someone would be signing this baby to a 9-figure contract right out of the gate.

Ron Paul : Third Party Win is What’s Best for the Country

Though Dr. Paul has not endorsed a candidate for the November Presidential election, he has made it abundantly clear that he cannot support Senators McCain or Obama. So what advice does he offer to his supporters? ...

Palm Treo Pro officially announced - CNET News

TrustedReviews Palm Treo Pro officially announced CNET News - 44 minutes ago While not the best-kept secret in the technology world, what with all the leaked photos and videos, we're still aflutter over Palm's official unveiling of the Palm Treo Pro today. Palm, Once a Leader, Seeks Path in Smartphone Jungle New York Times Palm Treo Pro officially announced, will come to US as unlocked ... ZDNet TG Daily  - TechCrunch  - IntoMobile  - VNUNet.com all 171 news articles

BOE divided on rate cut, but dollar rises vs. pound - BloggingStocks

BBC News BOE divided on rate cut, but dollar rises vs. pound BloggingStocks - 43 minutes ago Minutes from the August Bank of England meeting may reveal a panel divided on an interest rate cut, but don't tell that to the currency market. BOE Panel Split Three Ways in Vote to Keep Rate at 5% (Update2) Bloomberg BoE members largely in agreement on rate policy International Herald Tribune Find a Property  - Civil Georgia  - Reuters UK  - RTT News all 481 news articles

Radian shares tumble on Fannie, Freddie woes - Forbes

Turkish Press Radian shares tumble on Fannie, Freddie woes Forbes - 44 minutes ago AP 08.20.08, 12:05 PM ET Shares of mortgage insurer Radian Group Inc. plunged Wednesday on concerns over the well-being of mortgage finance companies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Fannie, Freddie Test 25-Year Lows TheStreet.com Fannie, Freddie shares hit 18-year low on bailout fears guardian.co.uk New York Times  - Wall Street Journal Blogs  - Seeking Alpha  - Wall Street Journal all 932 news articles

Stocks Rise as Oil Pares Gains - BusinessWeek

AFP Stocks Rise as Oil Pares Gains BusinessWeek - 46 minutes ago by David Bogoslaw US stocks bounced back from initial losses, turning positive after weekly government data showed a much larger than expected build in crude oil supplies. US Stocks Drop as Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Plunge; UAL Falls Bloomberg Freddie, Fannie stock slide picks up pace MarketWatch guardian.co.uk  - The Associated Press  - Free Market News Network  - Wall Street Journal all 919 news articles

How Obama reconciles dueling views on economy - International Herald Tribune

How Obama reconciles dueling views on economy International Herald Tribune - 47 minutes ago By David Leonhardt As Barack Obama prepares to accept the Democratic nomination this week, it is clear that the economic policies of the next president are going to be hugely important. Video: Obama at VFW; Hits McCain on Iraq War AssociatedPress Bush to defend terror war in speech to veterans The Associated Press The Plank on TNR.com  - Hackensack Chronicle  - Associated Content  - Washington Post all 1,548 news articles

UPDATE 1-Chevron's Hebron field to start up in 8-10 years - Reuters

StarPhoenix UPDATE 1-Chevron's Hebron field to start up in 8-10 years Reuters - 47 minutes ago CALGARY, Alberta, Aug 20 (Reuters) - The Hebron oil field, Newfoundland's fourth offshore project, will start producing in the next eight to 10 years after the operator, Chevron Corp (CVX. Chevron Signs Agreements to Develop Offshore Canadian Oil Field Bloomberg Chevron unit inks deal to develop Canadian field CNNMoney.com The Canadian Press  - Globe and Mail  - Forbes  - St. John's Telegram all 351 news articles

Harden dominates as Cubs blank Reds - Chicago Tribune

The Money Times Harden dominates as Cubs blank Reds Chicago Tribune - 48 minutes ago By Paul Sullivan | Tribune reporter While CC Sabathia has proved to be the best midseason pick-up in baseball since Milwaukee acquired him in July, Rich Harden isn't far behind. Harden Pitches Cubs Over Reds WHIOtv.com Harden strikes out 10, bunts in winning run as Cubs beats Reds The Canadian Press Chicago Sun-Times  - MLB.com  - Beep  - Rotoworld.com all 326 news articles

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