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
Fadem Plans New Mid-Winter Literature Class
Richard Fadem will offer a literature class from late February through March at the Senior Center, Thursdays from 10-12:30. The class will explore the works of Julian Barnes, Franz Kafka and J.M. Coetzee through their
Samara Shaw Kickstarts “The Shift”
By Samara Shaw Orcas local, Samara Shaw has launched a Kickstarter Fundraising campaign to develop a full length musical she has written for the stage, titled “The Shift.” “The Shift” is a modern-day story
Guest Column: What Can the Islands Learn from the Aftermath of Hurricane Sandy?
Lessons from the East Coast by Brendan Cowan, Emergency Management Director for San Juan County and the Town of FH Disasters are in the news again, and for good reason. On the night of the
Stage Left’s “Walk in the Woods” — Friendship with Tension and Humor
"Walk in the Woods" plays at Roche Harbor, San Juan Island By Helen Machin-Smith Come and see this intriguing and strikingly original play - written by Lee Blessing and nominated for the Pulitzer,
County Permit Database Now Available Online
By Stan Matthews County Website and Communications Manager Visitors to San Juan County’s website can now access building and permit information and make online permit payments of up to $250. The Department of Community Development
League of Women Voters Shows Health Care Exposé
From Sarah Crosby, the League of Women Voters of the San Juans The League of Women Voters of the San Juans will show “The Healthcare Movie” at their membership meeting on Monday, November 12. The
Guest Column: County Auditor Has Cause to Smile
How Are We Doing? A quarterly review of County Finances by County Auditor F. Milene Henley Third quarter 2012 I’m not known as an optimist. I’m not a pessimist, really – I just prefer to
Visit the Tharald Historic Homestead this Saturday
The Historic Tharald Homestead will be on view this Saturday, Nov. 10 From the San Juan County Land Bank The San Juan County Land Bank invites the public to view the Tharald Historic
FoodMasters Presents Seed Saving for Beginners
Friday, November 16, 10:30 am – 2:30 p.m. at Odd Fellows Hall By Learner Limbach Come find out while more and more gardeners are finding joy and value in saving their own seed! Although this
The Week Ahead: But First, Vote!
Tuesday, Nov. 6 ELECTION DAY Be sure your mail-in ballot is posted by 3 p.m. at the Post Office or by 8 p.m. at the drop box in front of the Orcas Senior Center. Wednesday,
Song for Autumn: A Poem
Song for Autumn In the deep fall don't you imagine the leaves think how comfortable it will be to touch the earth instead of the nothingness of air and the endless freshets of wind? And
Letter to the Editor: Orcas NoCoalition Marks Red-Letter Day
The Orcas No Coalition contingent at Friday Harbor's scoping meeting on Saturday. Photo courtesy Donna Riordan Yesterday—Saturday—was absolutely FABULOUS day from beginning to end. Yesterday—Saturday—was absolutely FABULOUS day from beginning to end. The
Apply Now for LSJI: Community Leadership Building a Stronger San Juan County
By Morgan Meadows Publicity and Alumni Outreach, Leadership San Juan Islands (LSJI) Community Leadership engages citizens in a learning community, working together from January until May, weaving Whole Systems and experiential learning with opportunities to
A Potluck Invitation from Olga
Saturday, Nov. 10 at 5:30 p.m. at Olga Community Center in Downtown Olga NOVEMBER OLGA POTLUCK Thanksgiving is drawing near: A time we all hold dear. We join together in friendship and cheer, And express
Letter to the Editor: Orcas Recycling Updates its Proposal
Orcas Recycling Services gives thanks for all our community supporters and partners. Together with you, we have planned extensively for a locally owned and well-managed Orcas Solid Waste Transfer Station that will be sustainable, with
