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
Meanwhile, at the County Council…
The San Juan County Council will have a special meeting workshop on Monday, April 8. On the agenda are: 9 a.m. Discussion of Code Enforcement Ordinances (1st touch) – Rene Beliveau, Director Community Planning &
Guest Editorial: Eagle Forum Showed Six Good Candidates
By Susan McBain Yesterday afternoon I attended the Eagle Forum’s candidate forum to hear all six County Council candidates answer questions on a variety of subjects. I thought all gave good answers and showed impressive
History Matinee Features Katie Jensen
Katie Jensen Sunday, April 14 at 3 pm, at the Senior Center Orcas Island Historical Museum presents Katie Jensen, long-time Orcas resident and previous owner of the Outlook Inn. Katie will talk about
Get Ready for Sunshine at Buck Park
From the Orcas Island Park and Recreation District The Orcas Island Park and Recreation District will present its first ever spring tune-up event at Buck Park. The “Spring Wheelie Dealie" on Saturday, April 20th from
April Poetry: On Crescent Beach
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. ON CRESCENT BEACH by David Kobrin for Dave
Finicky Eaters Cooking Class/Raffle
From Children's House Students at Children's House When children turn up their noses at mealtime, parents often turn on the pressure to make sure they’ll eat – brewing instead a sure-fired recipe for
Regional Teacher/Author Discusses Children’s Novel at Darvill’s
Saturday, April 13, 2 p.m., Darvills Bookstore. The Pig War by Mark Holtzen Seattle teacher and author Mark Holtzen will be available to sign and discuss his children’s book, The Pig War, in
Student Chefs Invite All to Tasty Dinner Tonight
Student chefs Arla Sutton, left, and Zora Leck invite the public to test their own carnitas and other Mexican dishes at the Student Chef Dinner from 4 to 6 this afternoon in the public
April Poetry: Trying to Draw the Sea
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. TRYING TO DRAW THE SEA by Shannon Borg
Letter to the Editor: Jarman Successful in Real-World Enterprises
Our leaders in Olympia have issued a statement endorsing Lovel Pratt for the San Juan Island residency district. It hews closely to Ms. Pratt's principal campaign talking point: her connections and advocacy for County issues
Eastsound Achieves Arts Accolades
Chosen as one of America’s Top Twelve Small-Town Artplaces From the San Juan Visitors Bureau Eastsound Village on Orcas Island is in excellent company. Along with culturally vibrant towns such as Taos , NM
County Responds: “Split Decision from Judge” on Ballot Lawsuit
From Stan Matthews County Interim Information Technology Manager Last week, San Juan Superior Court Judge Donald Eaton issued a letter ruling that the county’s ballot tracker software should be certified by the Secretary of State.
Funhouse Commons to Offer First-ever Trail Run on Turtleback!
From the Funhouse Commons Spectacular view from top of Turtleback Mountain. Photo by Pete Moe On April 21 The Funhouse Commons will present a 15k (nine-mile) trail & road run in and around
Orcas Recycling Services Announces Positions
Orcas Recycling Services (ORS) announces openings for two positions. ORS is seeking a Scalehouse Attendant for Orcas Transfer Station. Responsibilities include communicating with customers, assessing incoming materials and processing transactions. Requires reliability, people skills, integrity,
Indian Island Stars at Senior Center Art Exhibit
Indian Island is represented by land and by sea in this month's exhibit at the Senior Center From Jacqueline Kempfer This beautiful, informative exhibit features paintings and photography of Indian Island combined with
April Poetry: Oh, Well
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. OH, WELL! by Jan Koltun I’d like to
