Stories for Anderson Island
Pierce County Library System closed on Thanksgiving
Posted by | CommentsThe Pierce County Library System will be closed Thursday, Nov. 24, and Friday, Nov. 25, to observe Thanksgiving.
Campaign kick-off celebration for Paul Pastor
Posted by | CommentsPlease join your friends and neighbors as guests of Paul Pastor as he kicks off his campaign for Sheriff of Pierce County. An evening of hors d' oevres, beverages and fellowship awaits.
The event is scheduled for November 18, 2011 from 4:30 - 7 p.m. The main presentation will take place at 5:45 p.m.
The election isn't over yet
Posted by | CommentsHere are the most recent set of statewide and countywide measure results for the November 08, 2011 General Election as last reported by the Pierce County Auditor's Office. The report was issued 11/15/2011 at 4:12 p.m. and showed a voter turnout of 49.25%. The Auditor's Office only has approximately 75 ballots on hand left to count and the next count is scheduled for tomorrow at 4 p.m. The election will be certified November 29.
Johnson Farm Gift Shop on Anderson Island now open
Posted by | CommentsWhy leave the island and battle the crowds?
Start your holiday shopping at The Johnson Farm Gift Shop. Open noon to 4 P. M.. Saturday and Sunday through December 18. We offer a wide variety of unique. one of a kind items handcrafted by talented island artisans plus merchandise made in the USA. Don't forget our range of local interest gifts.
All proceeds from The Johnson Farm Gift Shop support the work of the Anderson Island Historical Society.
We accept VISA and Mastercard.
AIHS Apple Squeeze 2011
Posted by | CommentsBy Donni Ybarra, Anderson Island Historical Society
The Anderson Island Historical Society will host Apple Squeeze 2011 (9306 Otso Point Road, Anderson Island) on Saturday, October 15 from 11 am to 2 pm. Come and see "The Red Dragon" in action as it crushes and squeezes homegrown apples into apple cider. This long time fall community event is fun for the whole family. The AIHS orchard features Gravenstein apples for cooking, and Spartan and Liberty apples for squeezing. We will be selling apple cider at this event.
AIHS Fall Potluck
Posted by | CommentsBy Donni Ybarra, Anderson Island Historical Society
The Anderson Island Historical Society (AIHS) will hold its Fall Potluck at the Community Clubhouse - 11319 Yoman Road - Anderson Island on Saturday, September 24. The potluck begins at 6 pm and you are encouraged to bring a favorite dish to share with everyone. At 7 pm our guest speaker, Rich Sullivan, will do a search for some of our historical families' genealogy in real time. We will have some hand-outs for people to take home and use if they want to work on their genealogies. Rich has excellent resources and quick tips for researching family information. There will be a raffle drawing to defray the cost of the rental of the community clubhouse.
All Anderson Island Dance, August 27
Posted by | CommentsThe Anderson Island Historical Society's will host a dance Saturday, August 27th (6-9:30 pm) at the Johnson Farm (9306 Otso Point Road). Musical entertainment by The Johnsons.
Anderson Island old fashioned outside summer dance
Posted by | CommentsAnderson Island Historical Society welcomes you to the Johnson Farm for an old fashioned outside summer dance on Saturday, August 27th (6-9:30 pm) - 9306 Otso Point Road - Anderson Island, WA 98303. Tickets ($10-Adults; $7-Children 13-18) are available (August 6-27) at the available at Island Coffee Shop, Museum Gift Shop and Espresso by the Bay in Steilacoom. Contact lucy.s.home@hotmail.com for more information.
Hey Marseilles to play at Johnson Farm
Posted by | CommentsHey Marseilles will play a concert on Saturday, August 6 (6 pm) at Johnson Farm on Anderson Island. For a bit of history of the local band, read on.
Flag Retirement Ceremony July 8
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American Legion Post 138 will perform a Flag Retirement Ceremony at Bridgeport Place on July 8. If you have a tattered old flag, bring it for proper disposal in this solemn ceremony. The public is invited.
On that same day, join us for the Stars in Your Eyes BBQ luncheon honoring “First Responders” from West Pierce Fire & Rescue, and University Place Police.
Classic Car Show and BBQ raises funds for UP Senior Center
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By Jaynie Jones
It's not too late to register your car for the Bridgeport Place Classic Car Show and BBQ, if you act today. It is an annual event on Saturday during Father's Day weekend, June 18, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Senior residents of Bridgeport Place vote for their favorite cars. The classic cars evoke lots of wonderful memories. When votes are tallied the prizes and trophies will be awarded.
UP Senior Center fundraising double-hitter
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By Jaynie Jones
The University Place Senior Center was transformed into a lively dining hall festooned with fresh flowers and cookie baskets atop red-and-white table linens. The center hosted a fundraising double-hitter on a recent, rainy Tuesday afternoon with a Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction raising more than $1,000.
Anderson Island Salmon Bake, July 2
Posted by | CommentsThe Anderson Island Historical Society will host its traditional Salmon Bake at the Johnson Farm Saturday, July 2, from Noon to 3 PM. The meal includes wild salmon or ribs cooked on the outdoor grill, corn-on-the-cob, coleslaw, beans, garlic bread, beverage, and strawberry shortcake. Jeanne McGoldrick, Coordinator of Events, said, "These are the same prices we charged 7 years ago, despite skyrocketing prices for corn and salmon, due to donations from local businesses and several sponsors." Read More→
Anderson Island Farm Day
Posted by | CommentsThe Anderson Island Historical Society will host Farm Day on Memorial Day Weekend on Saturday, May 28th at 9306 Otso Point Road, Anderson Island starting at 9 am. Tours of the Farm House - Museum - Community Gardens & Orchard - Children’s crafts & activities - Live Music - Great Food. Events also include a Plant Sale – bargain prices for annuals, herbs, perennials, a great selection of the BEST plants for your kitchen gardens and landscape. The Museum Gift Shop will have a great selection of reasonably-priced items. Everyone is Welcome!
Ward named principal Anderson Island Elementary
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By John Cohen, Director of District Communications
Dr. Ward has been principal of Cherrydale Primary School since 1997. For the 2011-2012 school year she will assume the role of principal at Anderson Island Elementary. "I look forward to getting to know the Anderson Island students and the community at large,” said Deva Ward.
Anderson Island Farm Day
Posted by | CommentsThe Anderson Island Historical Society will host Farm Day on Memorial Day Weekend on Saturday, May 28th at 9306 Otso Point Road, Anderson Island starting at 9 am. Tours of the Farm House - Museum - Community Gardens & Orchard - Children’s crafts & activities - Live Music - Great Food. Events also include a Plant Sale – bargain prices for annuals, herbs, perennials, a great selection of the BEST plants for your kitchen gardens and landscape. The Museum Gift Shop will have a great selection of reasonably-priced items. Everyone is Welcome!
Weather ignites urge to garden
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By Nancy Covert
Long postponed spring weekend chores such as washing cars, mowing lawns, and gardening—especially planting gardens—got underway this past weekend.
On Anderson Island (just a short ferry ride across Balch Passage) gardeners at the Johnson Farm community plot were enthusiastically weeding, cultivating and planting seeds in their plots , anticipating a bumper harvest come August.
