Here’s a thought…
“You ever wish that fireworks were incredibly quiet and also didn’t disappear so quickly and also you could keep them in your home and also you could hold them in your hands? Because if so, I’d love to introduce you to, flowers.”
JONNY SUN
theOrcasonian growth brings unanticipated costs
Help theOrcasonian continue to grow ||| BY LIN MCNULTY, theORCASONIAN EDITOR ||| You may have noticed there are times recently when theOrcasonian has been temporarily unavailable. This is happening more and more often, which is not a good thing. This week, we received some surprising, but not unexpected news about
OIHCD Commissioner Diane Boteler, MD: We’ve come a long way
||| BY GRAY GAILEY ||| Like any town, Orcas Island residents have an array of medical needs, and our rural location can make it difficult to address all of them. The Orcas Island Health Care District (OIHCD) strives to ensure that island-appropriate, quality primary and urgent care is available to
The Nourishing Neighbor: Spring 2024
||| FROM ORCAS ISLAND FOOD BANK ||| Join Us in Building Healthier Futures We’re excited to announce the launch of our newsletter, The Nourishing Neighbor. Our print version will come out twice a year—in the spring and fall, with monthly editions sent directly to your email! To stay in the
Medicare Enrollment
||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER ||| Is 2024 your year for joining Medicare? Medicare enrollment is not automatic for most people, so you’ll probably need to enroll with Social Security. Then you’ll have to decide what type of Medicare coverage you want. To make an informed decision
Bodies of two deceased males have been recovered in San Juan County waters
||| FROM SHERIFF ERIC PETER, SAN JUAN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE ||| It is with a heavy heart that I give this update on the tragic events that have transpired over the past 24 hrs. On 4/22/2024, around 3 pm the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a
LWVSJ Observer Corps: Board of Health April 17, 2024
||| FROM LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS ||| The Board of Health heard a report on the Early Learning Program in the county. Orcas has four licensed programs and no waitlist for 3–4-year-olds. One program will be opening up new slots for infant care and toddlers. On San Juan Island there are several providers, two
Land Bank’s Draft Strategic Plan seeks public input
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS ||| The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank is seeking public input on its recently completed Draft Strategic Plan. The purpose of the strategic plan is to guide the Land Bank in conservation efforts, stewardship priorities, and community engagement for the next six years and
Health Care District Meeting
||| FROM ORCAS ISLAND HEALTH CARE DISTRICT ||| The Orcas Island Health Care District Board will hold the regularly scheduled board meeting on Tuesday, April 23rd from 5:00 - 7:00 PM in the Community Room at the Orcas Island Library, 500 Rose Street, Eastsound. The agenda and board packet are posted below. Agenda 02. 2024_04_02
Don’t forget Funhouse Science Fair this weekend
||| FROM NICOLE SPINOGATTI for FUNHOUSE COMMONS ||| Join us at the Funhouse Commons for our 20th Science Fair, happening on Saturday, April 27th, from 12-4 PM! This incredible journey began in 2001, aimed at celebrating and inspiring the marvels of discovery achieved by young scientific minds. After a
Yoga with Sam
||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER ||| Join Samantha Fisher in a holistic movement practice suitable for all experience levels, prioritizing an attuned connection to your body's inner wisdom. Drawing from her training in Hatha Yoga and Integrated Movement Therapy, Samantha integrates insights from diverse healing modalities and
Orcas Center welcomes island newcomers with complimentary tickets
||| FROM BETHANY MARIE for ORCAS CENTER ||| Are you new to Orcas Island? Or, has it been more than 5 years since you’ve attended a show at Orcas Center? The Orcas Center Board of Directors and Staff would like to introduce you to Orcas Center with A Pre-Show Reception
Art with Carla
||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER ||| Unleash your creativity at "Art with Carla" every Friday, 1-3 pm at Orcas Senior Center. Led by experienced artist Carla Stanley, this lighthearted class focuses on the creative process with a strong belief in your artistic potential, regardless of skill level.
OCS Community Dinner
||| FROM JERREMY FOSS for ORCAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ||| Time to dust off those sombreros! Orcas Christian School is hosting its annual Community Dinner. All are welcome to enjoy this FREE Mexican meal. Thursday, April 25th, 5-7:30 pm OCS High School Cafeteria 107 Enchanted Forest RD MORE INFO: 360-376-6683 or office@oics.org
Orcas Film Fest
||| FROM DONNA LASLO for ORCAS ISLAND FILM FESTIVAL ||| This spring, cinephiles rejoice as the Orcas Island Film Festival proudly presents the Spring Mini Film Festival, featuring an exciting lineup of eight fantastic new films from talented filmmakers from around the world. Scheduled to take place from April 26-28,
Are the Canary Islands yet another coal mine?
||| FROM BBC NEWS ||| Tens of thousands of people in Spain's Canary Islands have rallied against a model of mass tourism they say is overwhelming the Atlantic archipelago. The protesters want limits on tourist numbers and curbs on what they describe as uncontrolled development harmful for the environment and
Orcas may be smarter than you think
Here's what to know about their behaviors ||| FROM DISCOVER MAGAZINE ||| Orcas, commonly known as killer whales, are among the ocean's most captivating inhabitants. Reknowned for their striking beauty and complex social structures orcas have long fascinated scientists and the public alike. However, despite their popularity, many misconceptions and
