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
Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee to Meet
January 9, 2013, 1:30—3:30 p.m., Deer Harbor Community Center, 4319 Deer Harbor Road The Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee will be devoting their upcoming meeting to finalizing the recommendations for changes and updates to The
Supply Training Grant Available through EDC
From The San Juan County Economic Development Council The San Juan County Economic Development Council, in partnership with the Island County EDC and the Economic Development Association of Skagit County, has been awarded a
Letter to the Editor: Pratt Provides Access, Follow-Thru & Balance
In light of the unusual transition time and changes in County government, there are some very good reasons to return Lovel Pratt to County Council: knowledge of complicated issues, countywide experience and good judgment. She
Letter to the Editor: Arts Council Thanks San Juan Community Foundation
The San Juan County Arts Council (SJCAC) would like to thank the San Juan Island Community Foundation for their support and assistance through the first official year (2012) of our existence. From our very beginnings
Sewer District Moves Ahead into New Year of Accomplishments
By Margie Doyle Carl Yurdin, current Chair of the Eastsound Sewer and Water District, announced recently that all of Bonnie Brae and some OPAL Commons homeowners have signed agreements to hook up to sewer lines.
On the 12th Day of Christmas….
Tossing the Tree -- an old West Seattle tradition, dating back to 2010. Photo by permission only of Karen Lewis Carlos. My true love and me We tossed out the Christmas Tree!
State Wants Your Thoughts about Recreation in Washington
From the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office is hosting a series of online public meetings to get people’s thoughts about the future of outdoor recreation in Washington.
Advance Camping Reservations Available for County Residents
From Stan Matthews County Website and Communications Manager For 2013, County Parks is continuing its “residents only” opportunity to pre-reserve campsites at county parks. This year, the popular County Parks program offers residents a chance
Berlioz’ Epic Opera, Les Troyens, Streamed Live at Orcas Center
Sunday, January 6, 1 p.m. at Orcas Center The Met offers a rare opportunity to witness Berlioz's vast epic, Les Troyens, last performed at the Met in 2003. Deborah Voigt, Susan Graham, Marcello Giordani, and Dwayne
The Little Evening Concerts for Louis XIV
Orcas: Sunday, January 13 at 1:30 p.m., Orcas Adventist Fellowship Church Lopez: Saturday, January 12 at 7 p.m., Grace Church Friday Harbor: Sunday, January 13 at 7 p.m., St. David's Church Joanna Blendulf
Planner Hired to Update Transportation in County’s Comp Plan
From the San Juan Islands Scenic Update Planner Linda Kuller has been hired to lead the update of the Transportation Element of the San Juan County Comprehensive Plan and will be presenting her progress to
Cancer Support Group Meets Thursday
Thursday, January 10, 5 pm, Fireside Room, Community Church By Sue Lewis If you have received a diagnosis of cancer, you already are a Survivor. No matter where you are on the journey to recovery,
Guest Column: Ferries Passenger Limit Saves Funding
By Jim Corenman, Chair, San Juan Islands Ferry Advisory Committee As many are aware, there have been recent changes to the crew requirements for some of the ferries. The latest chapter involves a recent provision
NOCOALition Sponsors Workshop to Make Comments in Proposed Coal Terminal Scoping
Friday, January 4, 2013 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Orcas Public Library By Donna Riordan We have until January 21, 2013 to submit scoping comments focused on "significant adverse impacts" of the proposed
The Exchange: Charting the Course Ahead for the Orcas Island Transfer Station
Transport and disposal, services, personnel, capital improvement projects delinieated By Mark DeTray The Exchange will be assuming responsibility for managing the Orcas Island Transfer Station (OITS) in its entirety; this change from County to
Senior Center Has Furniture for Sale
By Jane Heisinger There is furniture available for sale at the Senior Center starting Friday, Jan. 3. It is like a "Mini Granny’s Attic Sale" featuring white wicker furniture and other older pieces. Priced to
