14th Annual – 2010 Lopez Island Studio Tour
(September 4 and 5, Saturday and Sunday, Labor Day Weekend, 10 am to 5 pm)
25 Studios - 36 Artists – Self-guided Tour
This year’s tour is brought to you again by Martin and Malay and 36 artists and craftspeople with the support of the local merchants and the Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce. You are invited into our studios and workplaces so that you can see us at work and in our own environment and purchase direct from the artists. You are encouraged to ask questions about the materials we use , the tools we prefer and how we get inspired. Some of us will be at work and will demonstrate techniques. Brochures with a map will direct you to the studios are available at several locations throughout the Village including the Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce. This brochure is also available on line through the Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce website at www.lopezisland.com/studiotour.
Free Saturday Movie
(September 4, Saturday, 2 pm at the Library)
Diary of a Wimpy Kid - Contact the Library for further details at www.lopezlibrary.org or call 360/468-2265.
Lopez Puppet Season
(September 4, Saturday, 2 pm at LCCA)
“Love for Three Oranges”, performed by Carter Family Marionettes. Advance tickets available at Blossom Grocery and Islehaven Books. See LCCA website for further details at www.lopezcenter.com or call 360/468-2203
Free Saturday Movie
(September 11, Saturday, 2 pm at the Library)
Clash of the Titans.Contact the Library for further details at www.lopezlibrary.org or call 360/468-2265.
Island Grown Farmers Cooperative Anniversary
(September 11, Saturday, 4 pm at LCCA)
Come help celebrate our 10 year anniversary! There will be food to share and the big white mobile processing unit will be on display. See LCCA website for further details at www.lopezcenter.com or call 360/468-2203
Virgo Birthday Bash with Elephant Revival
(September 15, Wednesday, 7:30 pm at Woodmen Hall)
"Elephant Revival is a magical blend of melodies and rhythms with their roots in the past and their hearts in the future.” - Bill Nershi of String Cheese Incident. Nederland Colorado neo-acoustic quintet Elephant Revival plays a unique blend of an emerging new musical genre called Transcendental Folk. The quintet can be seen delving into Scottish/Celtic fiddle tunes, original folk pieces, traditional ballads, psychedelic country, indie rock, powerful reggae grooves, 40s/50s jazz standards and an occasional hip-hop beat amongst other styles. The band consists of Bonnie Paine (vocals, washboard, djembe, musical saw), Sage Cook (electric banjo/guitar, acoustic guitar, mandolin, viola, vocals), Dango Rose (double-bass, mandolin, banjo, vocals), Daniel Rodriguez (acoustic guitar, electric banjo/guitar vocals) and Bridget Law (fiddle and vocals). Contact: Sue DuMond, Email: music@homeonthegrange.com, Phone: 468-2753. Woodmen Hall, 4102 Fisherman Bay Road.
Lopez Home Tour 2010
(September 18, Saturday, 11 am – 4 pm)
Come join us for our Annual Home Tour. Seven Homes including two historical farm sites, water front homes, one with exceptional gardens, an owner-built compact/small home, remodeled homes and one with an extrordiinary outbuilding constructed for antique autos. Once again we will offer an interesting collection. Tickets: $30.00. Available from: Community Center office, and online. Available also from: Paper Scissors on the Rock, Islehaven Books, Farmers` Market. Tickets for the Home Tour will be available for purchase at the Lopez Community Center on Saturday, September 18th from 9 am - 12 noon. The Home Tour starts at 11 am and ends at 4 pm. Box lunches will be available for $5.00. They will be sold at the Center from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM. Lunch will include choice of wrap, (ham, cheese, veggies, etc.) fruit, cookie and a soda. All proceeds benefit the Lopez Center for Community and the Arts. Tickets may be purchased at LCCA office or on line through our website. Phone: 360/468-2203. More Info: www.lopezcenter.com
Free Saturday Movie
(September 18, Saturday, 2 pm at the Library)
Date Night with Tina Fey and Steve Carrell. - Contact the Library for further details at www.lopezlibrary.org or call 360/468-2265.
Lopez Island Hazardous Waste Round-Up
(September 19, Sunday, 11 am to 2 pm at the Solid Waste facility on Fishermen Bay Road)
Annual collection for safe recycling/disposal of FLAMMABLE, TOXIC, CORROSIVE, OR REACTIVE WASTES from households and businesses. 11am to 2pm. Businesses must pre-register by calling 370-0503. Fluorescent bulbs and CFLs will be accepted. Contact: Helen Venada, Email: helenv@sjcpublicworks.org, Phone: 360/370-0503
Remember, you can look on the Chamber website under “Calendar” to see what is happening on Lopez! Check it out!
LOPEZ VILLAGE PARK IS A WI-FI HOTSPOT
This is available through www.rockisland.com - NOW FREE TO ROCKISLAND CUSTOMERS
A Place in Thyme
Antiques, Gifts and Herbal products. china, crystal, silver, hand-wrought linens, toys, stationary and items for desk, household and garden. Located at 123 School Road (across from the School). The store will be open Wednesday Through Saturday from 11 am to 4 pm and by appointment, 468-2794.
The Bay Café Open Daily at 5:30 pm
Light meals to 3 course dinners. Open 7 days a week at 5:30. For more details, visit our website at www.bay-cafe.com or call 360-468-3700 for reservations.
World Spice Blends – a new product from the Bay Café, featuring 6 unique hand made ethnic blends which are hand blended on Lopez Island. These spices may be used as a seasoning for soups, sauces, meats, poultry, seafood or vegetables. They may be used for rubs on meats, fish or vegetables. Add dry spices to a breading for frying, grilling or baking. Use in marinades for ethnic flavors. Be creative as you travel through the world cuisines! 4oz /1C Spice Jars $9 each - Mix of 3/$25 - All Six $50. Secure, online ordering is now available. Or you can purchase these spices at the Just Heavenly Fudge Factory. Visit our website at www.bay-cafe.com, 360/468-3700.
Blossom Grocery
Lopez Island's finest grocery store. We stock all the basics and always welcome special orders. Now featuring monthly specials throughout the store. Find affordable, mainland-competitive pricing on a wide variety of your favorite items in almost every department. Why travel off island or sift through long aisles filled with low-quality foods packed with additives? Come shop in the locally-owned store where authentic, organic, and local foods are the norm. Open Monday thru Saturday 9-7 and Sundays 10-5. MasterCard, Debit, and EBT Food Stamps accepted. Phone 360-468-2204. email, info@BlossomOnLopez.com, website, www.blossomgrocery.com.
BUCKY’s is Open 11:30 am to 8 pm daily.
Cascadia Kayak and Bike
We are now offering bicycle rental and repair, as well as retailing bicycles, bicycle parts, tools and accessories. There are several trained mechanics on hand to help with everything from tune-ups to major repairs. We will also be renting bicycles for the 2010 season so tell your summertime guests! Come in and check out our Ibex and Prana clothing lines, as well as our colorful array of wool and cotton socks. As always, we will continue to offer kayak tours, lessons, rentals, and a selection of informative books, DVD’s and kayak safety gear. Check out our updated website for the 2010 kayak class schedule, and other special events. www.CascadiaKayakandBike.com, (360) 468-3008.
Chimera Coop Artists Gallery in Lopez Village
Featuring the work of Local Artists. A new show every month. For more information phone (360)468-3265 or see our website at www.chimeragallery.com. August Hours: Wed-Mon 10;00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Sun 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. September: Wed-Sat 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Sun 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Christa Malay Studio
Open Every Saturday and Sunday, Memorial Day to Labor Day. Saturdays 10 am to 2 pm, Sundays 12 noon to 3 pm, and by appointment, call 360/468-2159. Christa Malay Fine Art Studio and Gallery, ADDRESS: 341 Shoal Bay Lane, Lopez Island. Fine Art Paintings and Prints of the Islands. A Studio and Gallery in a beautiful Garden Setting. Commissions always welcome. PHONE: 468-2159, EMAIL: m2arts@centurytel.net, WEBSITE: www.christamalay.com.
Cloud Islands
Cloud Islands, your local internet design and marketing company, invites you to look at our recent projects: www.ravensrooklodging.com, www.sdkbridge.com, www.historicsanjuans.org. Cloud Islands will help you build your online presence. We create beautiful, accessible websites for your business or organization to connect you with your customers. We’ll craft your logo and identity package as well as help you with online and print marketing to create the widest market possible. Cloud Islands[http://cloudislands.com] is: Adrienne Rice Adams, web designer and developer; James Barron, illustration, graphic and identity design; and Steve Adams, writer and marketing director. Please call us at 360.468.4255 for a free one-hour initial consultation.
Colin Goode Gallery and Studio
Invites you to our Gallery at 95 Village Road on Lopez. The gallery’s hours are Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10-4. You may ring door bell at other times for assistance. New paintings by local artists.
FishBay Sunsets - Sue Noble, Weaver, Fiber Artist, & More …
!Wedding Gift Central! Capture Lopez memories with unique, handwoven interior accents & sumptuous wearables. Experience the Moebius Wrap, in colors & textures for every occasion & season. Finish your look of casual elegance with unique & affordable accessories. Open Studio Fri-Sun 11-3, & by Appt. Commissioned work welcomed, Gift certificates, layaways, gift wrap & shipping. Visa/Mastercard The Bay Building, across from Isabel’s Espresso in Lopez Village. (360) 468-4803,
The Galley Restaurant & Lounge
(Open daily 8 am to 10 pm)
Fisherman Bay waterfront view dining, outdoor seating, dock and mooring buoys. Fresh, local fantastic! Local seafood, beef, wine, and produce. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Very family friendly. Kitchen open 8 am to 10 pm. 6 beers on tap, full bar. Fabulous wine list. Galley Restaurant Catering - For any occasion! Inquire at galley@rockisland.com or 360 468-2713. Menus and schedule of events are posted on their website at www.galleylopez.com
Grow a Row-Sow little effort, sow much gain
Three drop-off/pick up locations: Lopez Fresh in the Village, by Islandale Store and Lopez School near the buses. Gardeners are growing extra produce for low-income families and seniors. For more information, contact Denise McIntosh on denisemc@windermere.com.
Holly B’s
Hours Wed-Sat & Monday 7-5, Sun 7-4 – Closed Tues.
We are open for our 2010 season – Stop by and say hello!
Islandscape Nursery & Garden Center
Islandscape Nursery & Garden Center open for our 2010 season. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm.
Islehaven Books and Borzoi – We’ve Moved to the Plaza
Come see our great selection of books and cards! 360/468-2132, islehaven@rockisland.com.
Just Heavenly Fudge Factory!
Come in and try a free taste of our 20 flavors of fresh gourmet fudge made at our Fudge Factory. We are the only store serving Lopez Island Creamery ice cream cones, old fashion milkshakes, root beer floats and sundaes make with our own fudge chunks. Check out our candy selection, salt water taffy, Lopez Agate Beach chocolate rocks, chocolate espresso beans, Australian licorice and made in Washington gourmet foods. . Check out our selection of unique gifts and souvenirs, Friendship balls, sterling silver earrings, creative toys, stuffed animals, and “NEW” Oyster and pearls. Locally made Seraphim soaps, Beach Glass art by Shannon Hoffman, Lopez photos, cards and puzzles by Carolyn Cameron, Pottery and Hearts by Polly Ham. University of Lopez Sweatshirts by Jeff Pickering, Papa George seafood, and Bay Café world Spices . NEW JULY HOURS Open 10:00 am - 6:30 pm 7 days a week. Just Heavenly Fudge Factory. Around the corner from the Chamber of Commerce in the Bay building.
Phone 360-468-2439 www.justheavenlyfudge.com
KLOI Radio…102.9 fm…is on the air
KLOI, Lopez Community Radio, KLOI is community and listener supported radio. Go to our website www.kloi.org for more information.
Lopez Children’s Center
Early learning and childcare for children two through six years in a beautiful nurturing environment. Monday through Friday 8:30a.m. - 5:30p.m. Summer drop in and scheduled care, year round childcare, parent cooperative preschool. Call for information and scheduling, (360) 468-3896, check out our website at www.lopezchildrenscenter.com or e-mail, lopezchildren@rockisland.com.
Lopez Island Community Tennis Association
Weekly tennis offerings to the Community – Social mixed doubles on Thursday evenings just show up, 5-7 pm. Social Women’s doubles, Friday’s 9-11 am, sign up sheet at courtside inside glass case. Must sign up by Wednesday to play on Friday. All levels welcome! Contact person, Chris Bangsund, 468-2502 or e-mail lawndart1976@centurytel.net.
Lopez Island Family Resource Center
Assist families in need. Make a donation to LIFRC. Technology Lab has computers available to the public for online classes, internet access and personal projects during our regular business hours Mon-Friday 9-5. Individual tutoring is available by appointment only on Thursdays 3-5 with Sue DuMond and drop in Friday 1-5. Call 468-4117 to make an appointment. Also further information available at www.lifrc.org.
Lopez Island Family Resource Center Summer Workshop Reminder
The 2010 Lopez Summer Workshops brochure are now available. Our summer classes are also available on line at our web sit lifrc@rockisland.org. Submit registration and fees early to reserve your slot!! Classes have a limited space and can fill up quickly. You can find the brochures at our LIFRC office, LVM, Chamber Office, the Library, Islandale Store, Holly B’s and the Ferry Landing.
PHONE: 468-4117 EMAIL: lifrc@rockisland.com, website – www.lifrc.org.
Lopez Island Farmer’s Market
Every Saturday 10am – 2 pm Mid-May through mid-September In Lopez Village
Lopez Island Historical Museum
Order or buy your copy of “Images of America – Lopez Island” written by Susan Lehne Ferguson and the Lopez Island Historical Society and Museum. Books are available at Islehaven, Lopez Village Market and through our website.
Down to Earth, Farming on Lopez Island, exhibit at the Lopez Island Historical Museum now open Noon – 4 Wednesday through Sunday and by appointment. The current exhibit features many images and artifacts from the early days of Lopez farming. See the Cousins Farm's first foot-powered milking machine, read about the Cantine family's efforts to convert their wooded land to productive orchard, and see photos of the farmers, their animals and equipment at work. For more information see our website at www.lopezmuseum.org or e-mail at lopezmuseum@rockisland.com or phone at 360/468-2049.
Lopez Island Thrift Store – Now in their NEW Location
Come see us in our NEW location at 60 Tower Drive. Summer hours are: Monday 11-4, Tuesday thru Friday 10-4 and Saturday 10-3, Closed Sunday.
Lopez Island Vineyard’s
Lopez Island Vineyard’s Winery and Tasting Room
Open on the following schedule:
May & June & September: Friday and Saturday 12 to 5 pm
July & August: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 12 to 5 pm; Saturdays at the Lopez Island Farmer’s Market 10 to 2 pm. For Saturday Special Events and tastings please see our website or visit us on Facebook. We can be reached at: orders@lopezislandvineyards.com, 360-468-3644 Web site: www.lopezislandvineyards.com.
Lopez Islander Waterfront Restaurant & Lounge
Waterfront and deck dining featuring only the finest Black Angus Beef, Burgers & Fresh Seafood on our new Wolf Flame Broiler Grill. Real Homemade Fish and Chips and famous clam chowder. Open Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with our slow roasted Prime Rib Dip Sandwich and our Prime Rib Dinners served Daily. Contact Bill for inquires or your private party or special event bill@lopezfun.com or 360-468-2233
LOPEZ VILLAGE MARKET! The new location is at 162 Weeks Road in Lopez Village between Paper Scissors on the Rock and the Lopez Community Center for the Arts.
North Sound Communications
2010 IS OUR 10 YEAR BIRTHDAY. We will be celebrating all year with special prices on home theaters, audio systems, wifi installation, Directv HD upgrades and more… Phone 360/468-3541 or e-mail lopezjake@yahoo.com or visit our website at www.northsoundcommunications.com.
PAPER SCISSORS ON THE ROCK has E X P A N D E D!!!
Come enjoy the new, brighter, roomier PSR. You will be very surprised! New items are arriving all the time. Open Mon-Fri 9 - 5; Sat 10 - 4. 131 Weeks Road (The new Market moved in across the street from us). 360-468-2294.
Steve Horn Photography
(Now open 11 am – 4 pm Weds – Sat or when “open sign is up”)
Friendly Isle Building . Fine art photography gallery, portraits, wedding photography, photo restoration, workshops and personal instruction, and commercial photography.
Hours: Wed-Sat. 11-4 or call 468-2100. email: steve@stevehorn.net, website www.stevehorn.net.
