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
Guest Opinion: Compliance with CAO Problematical
By Brian McClerran Many well-meaning citizens groups have decided that the best way to protect our precious resources and unique island life is to add to the laws, draw participation of outside authorities, and create
Guest Opinion: OPALCO Members Propose Bylaw Change
By Winnie Adams A group of co-op members on Lopez Island, organized as the Lopez Chapter of Citizens for Safe Technology, recently submitted a petition asking for a change to the OPALCO bylaws related to
March Marches in Like a Lion
Monday, March 4 Special School Board Meeting for Bond reporting, 3 p.m. at the School Library Bond Advisory Committee Meeting, following the above meeting at the School Library Tuesday, March 5 Providing Best Library Services
Letter to the Editor: Bob Jarman’s Feeling Fine
Bob Jarman -- photo taken this weekend I would like to address the question of my health and whether or not I am fit to run for re-election to the County Council. To
County Broadband Forum Set Up on Internet
From Chris Sutton The San Juan County Broadband Forum was just launched a few days ago. This forum is a result of the cumulative effort of five community members from Orcas and San Juan. Our
Orcas Ceramicists Hold Second Annual “Soup Bowl” Fundraising Dinner
Penny helps students, Soeth Quintero and Jeiri Velazquez make their bowls from scratch. By Madie Murray “Feeding souls and bodies by giving to each other on multiple levels.” Friday, March 15 - 5:30
Letter to the Editor: Students Benefit from Aldorts’ Generosity
To the Editor: Thanks to the generosity of Naomi and Harvey Aldort, on Friday, February 15th, Orcas Island Middle and High School students in grades 8 to 12 were given the opportunity to spend the
Nominate a Neighbor for a Good Steward Award
From the Stewardship Network of the San Juans Do you have a friend or neighbor that you’ve noticed takes exceptional care of their land? Perhaps you know a teacher that inspires their students to understand
Community Breakfast at the Senior Center
Wednesday, March 6, 8-9:30 a.m. Join the Whatcom/ San Juan Senior Nutrition Program and Orcas Island Senior Center March 6th, for a Community Breakfast at the Center to benefit Meals on Wheels, and help ensure
April Poetry: Lush April Rains
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. LUSH APRIL RAINS by Elizabeth Myhr lush april
Letter to the Editor: Shop at Homegrown
I am writing to ask those who enjoy Homegrown, to please shop there in the next few weeks.Homegrown is open 10 to 6 week days and during the day on weekends. Spend $20, $30, $40, $50
San Juan County Council Special Meeting – Community Conversation #2
From Ingrid Gabriel, San Juan County Council Clerk Tuesday, March 5, 6 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall The second of four Community Conversations will focus on the issue of “Public Services.” Building on the
School-Public Library Services: the Discussion Continues
From Phil Heikkinen, Orcas Island Public Library Director On Tuesday, March 5, from 8 to 10 a.m. there will be Supplemental Meeting in the ongoing discussion about providing the best possible library services for students
“Telling Your Story” at the Writer’s Roundtable
Saturday, March 9 from 1-3 p.m. at the Public Library JoEllen Moldoff will facilitate the next session of the monthly Writer's Roundtable, "Telling Your Story." Whether you have a memoir floating around in your mind,
Letter to the Editor: Sharing Libraries
Years ago, I taught in Manlius NY, where the local public library was within the middle school building. It was open during school to students and the community, and accessible after school hours via an
Kindlings WinterFest Features Speaker Lauren Winner
From Dick Staub, Pastor, Orcas Island Community Church WinterFest will soon be here — March 8-10. The theme this year is “My Spiritual Journey (So Far): Notes on a Mid-Faith Crisis.” Kindlings WinterFest is
