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
Clarifications to Solid Waste Rate Information
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager 1) The Council did not declare an emergency in setting the new solid waste fees. 2) With or without an emergency, solid waste fees do not require voter
Play a Part in the Orcas Island Chamber Music Fest
From the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival Office If you’re new to the island or have wondered about how to participate in the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival, there are many ways to
Financial Assistance Here for County Public Facilities
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager Applications for San Juan County’s Public Facilities Finance Assistance Program grants or loans may be filed with the County Administrator’s office until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, May 7,
Minimum Solid Waste Fee Effective April 16
Other Fee Increases Hit in July By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager On Tuesday, April 6, the San Juan County Council approved new rates for the County’s solid waste utility. Most of the increases
Turtleback Mt. Opens for Bikes & Equestrians This Weekend
Turtleback Mountain Preserve Multi-Use Trail Opens for Bikes April 10th and Equestrians April 11th Horse and bike riders will be able to share the trails on the North side of Turtleback Mountain Preserve with pedestrians
Council Considers SJI Transfer Station Options at Emergency Meeting
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager In a special session Monday, April 5, the San Juan County Council dispatched a letter to the Friday Harbor Town Council saying it is “extremely disappointed” at the
School Board seeks Business Manager and Board Member
Orcas Island School District Superintendent Barbara Kline is forming a committee with the business office staff, Elementary Principal Kyle Freeman and a Budget Advisory Committee (BAC) member to meet with candidates for a new District
County Looking for a ‘Puzzle Master’ for Ferry Advisory Committee
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee (FAC) works with schedules in which every action seems to create a dozen reactions. In the recent resignation of 7-year FAC
Firesign’s Ossman at Doe Bay Friday, April 9
Updated April 7 at 10 p.m. Contributed by Jennifer Brennock David Ossman of the well-known Firesign Theatre is coming to Orcas Island to perform at Doe Bay Resort on Friday, April 9 at
2-Day Workshop for Cedar Bark Basketmakers
Still Room for Aspiring and Experienced Cedar Basketmakers Contributed by Madie Murray The Arts Education and Enrichment Committee of the Olga Strawberry Council is announcing that registration is still open for two workshops
School Finances Strong as Board Forecasts for 2010-2011
OASIS’ healthy growth bolsters School District funding At the March 31 monthly Orcas Island School District (OISD) board meeting, the board discussed enrollment, staffing and funding before accepting the recommendation of Business Manager Ben Thomas
Summer KindlingsFest to Meet July 14-17
KindlingsFest 2010 Registration is Open Pastor Dick Staub of the Orcas Island Community Church has issued an invitation to enjoy a few days this summer the third year of KindlingsFest, an event inspired
Marine Resources Committee to Air Reports on Derelict Fishing Gear and Stormwater
The San Juan County Marine Resources Committee will hear presentations from Tom Cowan on the removal of derelict fishing gear, and Mike Kaill on managing stormwater as part of their next regular meeting on April
The Week Ahead: A Focus on Recreation & Poetry
Sunday, April 4 Free Movie Night at Doe Bay Cafe, starts at 7:30 p.m. This week features the animated instant classic Happy Feet with Elijah Wood, Robin Williams, Hugo Weaving and Nicole Kidman. Along with regular meal selections,
Country Corner LAMIRD to be Finalized Apr. 27
EPRC prevails in maintaining the integrity of the Eastsound Sub-area Plan The proposed commercial LAMIRD (Limited Area of More Intense Rural Development) that comprises [intlink id="7557" type="post"]Country Corner [/intlink]-- the six lots at the corner
Roulac Offers New T’ai Chi Series Starting Apr. 5
Ready to spring forward? Joan Roulac is offering an 8 Week T’ai Chi Class -- with the first session free-- on Monday mornings from m 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. An Intermediate class will meets from
