Here’s a thought…
“Don’t ask me who’s influenced me. A lion is made up of the lambs he’s digested, and I’ve been reading all my life.”
GIORGOS SEFERIS
The Fair — Participating is the Name of the Game
-- from Reve Shannon, Fair Production, San Juan County Fair -- The County Fair is coming soon — August 13-16 — and now is the time to set your sites to get the most out
County Council Sends Letter to CenturyLink
On July 15, the County Council approved sending a letter to Tom Novotney, Vice President and General Manager for Century Link in Spokane, Wash. It read: Thank you for taking the time to come and
Innovative Playback Theatre Coming to Random Howse
Saturday, August 2, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Random Howse -- from Cat Gilliam -- Cat Gilliam is excited to be bringing her Seattle based, ‘Threshold Ensemble’, back for their 2nd Playback Theatre performance on Orcas! Last August
Cliff Mass, Atmospheric Science Expert, Returns to Orcas, July 23rd
-- from Kathleen Lunde -- The Orcas Island Public Library presents Dr. Cliff Mass, Professor of Atmospheric Sciences at the University Of Washington, speaking on Wednesday, July 23 at 5:30pm at the Orcas Center’s Main
Letter to Editor: Historical Days a Major Success
-- from Jim Biddick, President, Orcas Island Historical Society Whew! July 4th and some tranquility has returned to Eastsound. What a weekend. Thank you to our Orcas Family for making the OIHS portion of Historical
Guest Column: Restoration and Community Involvement of Frederick Head House
-- from Scott McKay -- Frederick Head House, circa 1889, photo courtesy Scott McKay As many of you may know, I am the owner of the wonderful old Frederick Head House (1889) that
Peace Island Medical Center Adds New Staff
by Jim Barnhart, Chief Administrative Officer, PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center -- The Islands are buzzing with the usual seasonal activity. The rush of tourists coming and going provides a rhythm to each day that
San Juan Neighbors Support Marijuana “Farm”
After the fact regulations, temporary structures, criminal activity and GMO all questioned before County Council -- by Margie Doyle -- Editor's note: Updates in italics, thanks to Council Chair Rick Hughes The County Council heard
On the Ground, In the Air: Fieldwork by FEMA
-- from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will be performing field work along the shorelines of San Juan County July 14th to July 18th. The fieldwork is
William Hubert James, 1936-2014
-- by the James Family -- William Hubert James went to be with Jesus after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Bill was born June 28, 1936 in Detroit, Mich., was an only child, and
Potters Fest at Crow Valley Cabin
-- by Michael Rivkin -- Crow Valley Cabin, an island landmark Crow Valley Pottery celebrates its 55th year with the presentation of its annual Potter’s Fest, opening Friday, July 18th. The show features,
Guest Column: On Libraries, Las Vegas, and Elvis
-- by Donna Riordan -- Who knew that Elvis was a convincing 3-D printer pitchman? In late June, I attended the American Library Association meeting in Las Vegas along with 18,000 other library lovers –
Perform at the County Fair
-- from Reve Shannon -- Enjoying the performances of local talent at the San Juan County Fair has always been one of the highlights for many fairgoers. Listening to a group of young players rock
Mammogram Van Returns to Orcas and Lopez
Monday, August 4 and Tuesday August 5, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Orcas Senior Center Wednesday, August 6, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Woodmen Hall, Lopez -- by Lin McNulty -- Assured Imaging Women's Wellness
Come to Your Senses at Kindlingsfest
Tuesday July 22 – Friday July 25 -- from Dick Staub, Pastor, Orcas Island Community Church -- "Come to Your Senses" at KindlingsFest 2014 Kindlingsfest 2014 comes to Orcas Island with the theme
Orcas Island Garden Club Appreciates Volunteers
-- by Carol Kulminski -- This year, the Garden Tour in June was the most successful to date. Sally Hodson, one of the organizers, gives all the credit to the many volunteers who gave their
