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
Friday Harbor students promote Tardigrade to state legislature
Should the Tardigrade be Washington's official micro-animal? -- from Katie Fleming for Friends of the San Juans -- Rep. Ramel meets with students from the 40th LD who visited the Legislature to testify in support
Updated Democrat presidential primary / caucus / convention procedure (Part 2 of 2)
What you need to know to participate -- from David Turnoy, Chair, San Juan Democrats -- My previous article explained how voting in the presidential primary will work this year. Your next decision is whether you
First autism service dog in county introduces himself
-- from Ukie, Autism service dog -- My name is Ukie and I am the first Autism Service dog in San Juan County. I work at the OISD with my buddy Oly. Before I talk
Odd Fellows the hot place to be on a rainy Saturday night
It's warm and dry inside Saturday, February 8, 7:30 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Bill Gincig -- Has winter been too long and too cold? Well, here is something that will warm you up. On
Visual Arts Committee seeks fiber art pieces for March show
-- from Kathy Youngren for Visual Arts Committee -- Orcas Island has a wealth of artists who create with fiber in a variety of ways, weaving, knitting, felting, quilting, sewing and others. The Visual Arts Committee at
John Geyman, M.D. announces publication of ‘Long-Term Care in America’
-- from Emily Geyman -- A long-time writer about U.S. health care, Dr. Geyman examines the problems which face persons needing long-term care, offers suggestions and resources for making decisions, describes available government and community
It’s award season for tree-loving, bunny-hugging, dirt worshipers
-- from Amy M. Nesler for San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau -- Don’t forget -- it’s award season here in the San Juans! The Oscars have nothing on the Finnies. Know someone who deserves to
Dog whistles and cat calls: Modern signs, symbols, signals of hate
A presentation by Clyde W. Ford Saturday February 8, 6 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Mary Pugh for Orcas Library -- From hand gestures to tattoos to code-words, author and scholar, Clyde W. Ford, examines
School Board shares agenda for upcoming all-day meeting
Thursday, February 6, 10 a.m., School District Office -- from Orcas School Board -- A special School Board meeting is scheduled tomorrow as the board sets aside time for a learning tour and a budget
Join Stephanie for what you didn’t know about Tai Chi
Sunday, February 23, 1 - 2 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Stephanie Rosenblatt -- Join accredited Master Instructor Stephanie for an interactive presentation about her understanding and unique approach to Wu Style Tai Chi. Bring
Soul-lifting Nashville singer-songwriter coming to Grange
Sunday, February 23, 4 p.m. Orcas Grange -- from Mandy Troxel, House Concerts & Such -- For the first time on Orcas Island, internationally touring Nashville singer-songwriter Buddy Mondlock, accompanied by Mike Lindauer, will be
3rd annual Lit Fest announces featured artists
-- from Jule Treneer for Orcas Island Lit Fest -- Where can book lovers go to rub shoulders with the likes of Timothy Egan, Nicola Griffith and Luis Alberto Urrea, and also take in a
Join in upcoming Orcas veggie potlucks
Sunday, February 9 and March 1, 6 p.m., Orcas Christian School — from Lili Hein — Please note the next two Orcas Veggie Potlucks will be on February 9 (new date) and March 1. This
Building a more inclusive paradise
When paradise isn’t, but could be ... Tuesday, February 18, 6 - 7:15 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Kevin Carter -- Orcas Island may be a perfect place, but for some, there is an undercurrent
250th Anniversary of Beethoven’s birth to be celebrated on Orcas
-- from Linda Slone for Orcas Island Chamber Music Fesitval -- In honor of the 250th anniversary of the birth of Ludwig van Beethoven, Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival is pleased to announce that the
Letter to Editor | Whale of a Show gratitude
-- from Didier Gincig -- What a satisfying feeling to witness so much talent and creative expression during Whale of a Show (adult performers). Such a joy to see an audience so pleased and connected to our
