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“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
Shoreline Master Plan: Progress So Far
Tuesday, May 7 Deadline for written comments From Colin Maycock, San Juan County Senior Planner State law requires the County to update its Shoreline Master Plan (SMP) (RCW 90.58.080(2)(iv)), and Washington Administrative Code (WAC) chapter
Get it Fresh at the Farmers Market!
Poster Contest has great prizes in adult and junior divisions! Fresh produce and babies came out in the sunshine at the opening day of Orcas Island Farmer's Market The Orcas Island Farmers Market
Guest Column: OPALCO’s Risky Venture into Broadband Business
By Chom & Chris Greacen We have been following the OPALCO broadband debate and are in full agreement that we need better and faster internet access for its economic, educational and communication benefits. It is
Guest Column: How Tourism Works for the Islands
From the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau National Travel & Tourism Week, May 4 – 12, champions the power of travel to enhance communities across the country by contributing to the local economy and overall
Tickets Still Selling for Rowing Club’s Dinner on Saturday!
By Martin Taylor There is still time to attend the Orcas Island Rowing Club's dinner on Saturday. This is a fund raiser, but the emphasis is on good food, drink and pleasant company. Please contact
Experts Present “Sound Shoreline Science”
From the Friends of the San Juans San Juan County “Sound Shoreline Science” Forums on May 10, 17 and June 4 A set of free educational public forums about the importance of healthy shorelines will
Oliver! Takes To Orcas Center Stage
Thursday – Saturday, May 9 – 11 & 16 – 18 at 7:30, Orcas Center Known for its outstanding musical numbers and many wonderful child and adult roles, Oliver! is a well-crafted-tale full of delight.
Folk Songs & Bowed Psaltery with Hank & Claire
Hank and Claire will entertain with traditional and original folk songs this Saturday at the Odd Fellows Hall Saturday, May 4th, 7:30 p.m. at Odd Fellows Hall By Bill Buchan Hank Payne and
Eastsound Advisory Group Reviews Local Plans
Thursday, May 2 at 3 p.m. in the Eastsound Fire Hall By Margie Doyle The Eastsound Planning Review Committee (EPRC) will be looking at plans for development in Eastsound, both from the county and from
Bill Yarlott Fishing Derby Hooks Lots of Kids
Fishing Derby, Island Style By Michel Vekved, President, Friends of Moran Park The 17th Annual Bill Yarlott Fishing Derby took place early Saturday morning, April 27. Cascade Lake was splattered with small boats
Mandatory Boater Safety Classes Offered
Saturday May 4, 9 am to 5 pm at the Eastsound Fire Hall From the San Juan County Sheriff's Office Since January 1, 2008 boaters 12 years and over in Washington State have been required
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Eve at Agave!
There'll be a hot time in the old town on May 4 as Agave celebrates Cinco de Mayo! By Kathy Lunde Cinco de Mayo comes a day early at Agave Restaurant & Tequila
Friday Harbor Town Award Celebrates an Old Friend
By Sandy Strehlou On Wednesday, May 8th, the Town of Friday Harbor will award Jenny Prescott, owner of Acanthus Antiques, and the San Juan County Land Bank, Partners in Preservation Awards for their actions to
Cider and Mead Festival is Almost Here!
Finnriver Cidery located in Chimacum, WA will again be one of the 18 producers featured under the tasting tent this year. By Madie Murray Final preparations are being made for what is shaping
Get Your Contra On
Saturday, May 11, 7:30–10 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall from Jan Martindale Tapsalteerie, based in Seattle, has been playing for contra dances in the Northwest for 13 years. They play an eclectic mix of old favorites
Country Corner Day this Saturday
From Liz Longworth Country Corner Day will be Saturday May 4th from 10 am to 2pm. There will be Horse Rides, a Bounce House, Free Hot Dogs, Root Beer Floats, Mothers Day Cards with Orcas
