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
Letter to the Editor: Community Fun Reigns at Solstice Parade
The sun smiled on all of us as we celebrated in the streets and on the Eastsound Village Green at the 14th Annual Solstice parade and celebration. Thank you everyone for sharing your music, dance.
Ninja Camp at The Funhouse Commons
July 2—August 31, 9 a.m.—1:00 p.m. Ninja Camp 2011 campers with Counselor Merrick Parnell. Recognizing that parents want to ensure their kids are safe, supervised, and engaged during the summer; but often don’t
Sign up For Solid Waste System Email Alerts
By Stan Matthews San Juan County Website and Communications Manager The San Juan County Public Works Department has set up an email news service to provide interested residents with the latest information about the upcoming
Re-use and Recycle Party and Event Trash
By Helen Venada, Waste Reduction and Hazardous Waste Coordinator San Juan County Solid Waste Division Party goers, event planners, and other Zero Waste fans… Did you know you can now add paper cups to your
Artists & Donors Teach Students How to “Pay it Forward”
Mathew Chasanoff, at left, with his kindergarten class, and their artwork. Artist Michelle DeLong is at far right, and donor Millie Vaccarella is next to Michelle By Janet Brownell, Orcas Island Education
Orcas Firefighters Douse Chicken Coop Fire
From Kevin K. O’Brien, Fire Chief/CEO, Orcas Island Fire and Rescue On Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at 10:53 a.m. Orcas Island Fire and Rescue responded with eight apparatus and 14 emergency responders to the Hemlock
Recycling Route Collection Starts in September
By Stan Matthews County Website and Communications Manager As part of San Juan County’s transition to a new recycling and solid waste handling system, beginning September 1, San Juan Sanitation, Inc. will provide recycling pickup
Triana’s Now On Orcas Issues!
Link to Triana's horoscopes is newest addition to Orcas Issues. Orcas Issues is pleased to announce that a link to Triana Elan's weekly horoscopes is now posted in our right-hand sidebar. Her horoscopes
Orcas Students Find a Good Use for Tent Caterpillars!
Tent caterpillar infestation. Photo courtesy of Ronda Jones. The Orcas Middle School Science Club was looking for a good indicator of toxic accumulation in the recently completed constructed wetland in Eastsound. After
Orcas Citizens Unite to Say “Money is not Speech”
Thursday June 28, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Orcas Public Library "Money Out of Politics" is a signature gathering effort on San Juan, Lopez and Orcas to put pressure on the San Juan County
Ray’s Pharmacy Turns 40 & Re-invigorates Downtown Shopping
By Margie Doyle A fresh coat of paint, a new juice/coffee bar, expanded Medicaid and managed care services – Ray’s Pharmacy is busy, and that’s good for business! Under the ownership of Rick and Marlace
Six Local Students to Represent OPALCO at Co-op Leadership Camp
Connar Smith, Marne’ Cook, Cameron Schuh, Paige Carlson, Joe O’Bryant and Me’Taire Kilpatrick-Boe will represent OPALCO at the Youth Rally leadership camp at the College of Idaho this summer. The OPALCO Board of Directors presented
Canine Capers: What Happened to the Nanny Dog?
By Lesley Liddle Lesley Liddle is a certified service and pet dog trainer. First Mate Lulu is a Corgi/Red Heeler with spots like a baby harbor seal; Crewman Leonard is a Chihuahua/Doxie with tall ears
FC5: Funhouse Commons First Annual 5K Run
July 7, 8 a.m., Village Green Members of running club will be represented in upcoming 5K race. Kick off the July 4th weekend festivities with The Funhouse Commons first annual 5K Run/Walk. Support
So Long June, it’s Been Good to Know You
Monday, June 25 Learn to Compost with FoodMasters class 1 to 5 p.m. Cost is $30 or ask about work trade opportunities, by calling Learner Limbach at 376-4048. Tuesday, June 26 Wednesday, June 27 Sustainable
Le Comte Ory — Rossini’s Witty and Sophisticated Comedy
Comte Ory disguised as a Hermit in Rossini's" Le Comte Ory" With a legendary mix of this and that, the Metropolitan Opera finds an excuse for a romp with Rossini’s Le Comte Ory.
