Community Baby Shower
Are you expecting, planning to grow your family, or supporting someone who is? Join us for a heartwarming, resource-packed afternoon at the Community Baby Shower, happening Saturday, April 6th from 2:00–5:00 PM at the Mullis Center in Friday Harbor.
JLSFRC Receives Grant to Support Islanders Living with Paralysis
We are excited to share some incredible news with our San Juan Island community! The Joyce L. Sobel Family Resource Center has been awarded a grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation’s National Paralysis Resource Center, as part of their 2025 Priority Impact Cycle Quality of Life grants.
Nutrition Classes at New Day Recovery Café
At New Day Recovery Café, we recognize that healing and well-being go hand in hand. Proper nutrition, self-care, and a sense of community all play vital roles in supporting mental health and substance use recovery.
National Mentoring Month
January is National Mentoring Month! We invite you to take a moment to reflect on those who played a mentorship role in your life and thank them for being a caring adult. Mentoring relationships are vital connections that let young people know they matter. By accepting youth for who they are, listening carefully, and being patient, mentors can significantly impact their lives. Join us at the Joyce L. Sobel Family Resource Center to expand quality mentoring opportunities for local youth and help them build their identity, sense of belonging, and explore new ideas and opportunities.
San Juan Island Childcare Co-op Thrives
We are incredibly grateful for every donation, large or small, that made this campaign such a success. The funds raised will directly contribute to the continued growth of the SJICC, including the welcoming of two new team members to help support our families.
Island Neighbors’ Helping Hands at Work
On San Juan Island, “neighbors helping neighbors” isn’t just a feel-good phrase—it’s the driving force behind the Island Neighbors program at the Joyce L. Sobel Family Resource Center.
Time to Register! Strengthening Families Program 10-14
For Parents and Youth (ages 10-14), the Strengthening Families Program 10-14 is delivered by trained, local facilitators. Through seven evening sessions, we discuss topics that address typical youth and parent situations.
JLSFRC Summer Mentorship Program
We are deeply grateful to our island community and the incredible mentors who participated in this year’s Summer Mentorship Program.
YAAS! Island Games Recap
Island Games Were a Success! Previous Next YAAS! Island Games Recap This past month, our YAAS! group hosted our 2024 Island Games & BBQ with loved ones. YAAS! has been […]
Screen Free Week
Be one of the first 35 families to sign up for the official “Friday Harbor Screen-Free Challenge” and you’ll get to participate in tons of fun, no-cost screen-free activities during Screen-Free Week: