Council discusses housing
The City Council last week discussed options to encourage long-term rentals in Avalon. They also discussed long-term and...
Catalina co-ed softball opens spring season
For the Islander
After a long winter’s nap, Catalina CoEd Softball returned to the field...
Easter Treasure at Two Harbors
By Jenna Nienhuis
I stretched across the narrow bow of the weathered boat sunken into the sand of the...
Catalina’s Adventure HQ opens its doors in Avalon
This spring, Catalina’s Adventure HQ is opening its doors at 1202 Avalon Canyon Road in Avalon, California — the island’s only locally...
Catalina Marathon rated Top 10 in America by USA TODAY
USA TODAY recently named the Hi-Tec Catalina Island Marathon one of the top 10 best marathons in the...
Take Islander on Vacation
Retired Avalon teachers Kate Beasley and Donald Beaver with friend Nils Gollersrud outside Linz, Austria. They are pictured here at Pöstlingberg, with...
Bluewater Grill owners release seafood cookbook
For the Islander
Celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of the iconic Bluewater Grill with these nostalgic,...
Sun’s Out, Pickers Out
Courtesy photo
Spring weather not only brings back more sunshine, but also the monthly Catalina volunteer cleanup days. Join...
Catalina Marathon – A Family Tradition
By Megan Friess
For the Friess family, the Catalina Marathon isn’t just a race. It’s...
Klondyke Klash Golf Tournament
In memory of Swede & Marnice Foote the 50th Annual Klondyke Klash Golf Tournament was contested at the...


















