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
In Memoriam | Kurt Thorson
-- from the Family of Kurt Thorson -- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kurt Thorson on June 11th, 2018. Kurt captured the beauty around him with his camera and
Letter to the Editor: Uphold the Constitution
-- by Nick Power -- There has been a lot of ink spilled regarding the sign ordinance and the fact that the County has unquestionably been violating the First Amendment rights of all citizens since
Health Care District Holds Complex Meeting
-- by Leif-- Orcas Island Health Care District Commissioners met Monday June 11 to discuss together with community participants a full slate of issues. The agenda posted June 8 provided the framework. The context of
School Music Wraps Up A Notable Year
-- from Sharon Ho for Music Advocacy Group -- [metaslider id="60585"] The Orcas School music program bids farewell to two graduating seniors this year, a Band percussionist, Liam Griskey-Watson, and Strings violinist, Joanne Mietzner. Both
Solstice Parade Will Celebrate 20 Year Anniversary
Saturday, June 23, 11:30 formation, Haven Road -- from Laura Gibbons -- Scenes from the Orcas Island, WA, Summer Solstice Parade Everyone is invited to celebrate the 20th Annual Summer Solstice Parade on
Guest Opinion: Complete Buildout Scenario Requested as County Considers Docket
-- by Joe Symons -- Re: Hearing on Docket Applications scheduled for 15 June 2018 The docket application is located at: https://www.sanjuanco.com/DocumentCenter/View/14573/2018-02-27_Introduction_Symons I write to encourage Council to fully support the Docket application that I
Islander Pens New Book, A Pilgrimage in Japan
Friday, June 22, 2 p.m., Darvills -- from Joan Stamm -- In 2012, Joan Stamm and her sister Gwen began a Buddhist journey to the thirty-three temples of Kannon (Guan Yin), an ancient pilgrimage route
Master Gardeners at the Ready for Farmers Market
Saturday, June 16, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmers Market -- from San Juan County Master Gardeners -- Please come see the Master Gardeners this Saturday, June 16 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at
Chamber of Commerce Community Parade: Celebrating ‘Retro Orcas’
Saturday, July 7, Noon -- from Lance Evans for Orcas Chamber of Commerce -- “Retro Orcas” is the theme for the Chamber of Commerce’s annual Community Parade, scheduled for Saturday, July 7 in Eastsound. "The
Funhouse 5K Race Coming Soon
Wednesday, July 4, 9 a.m., Village Green -- from Maureen Moran for Funhouse Commons -- The annual Funhouse Commons 5K race is coming up soon on the 4th of July and we encourage you to
Eastsound Fireworks Will Again Light Up the Night
Wednesday, July 4, 10 p.m., Waterfront Park -- from Lance Evans for Orcas Chamber of Commerce Eastsound fireworks. Photo by Damien Stark. The Chamber is thrilled to report that our annual Fourth of
Mentoring on the Farm, and Beyond
-- from Trillium Swanson for Funhouse Commons -- While the activities and common interests that mentors and mentees share are often what brings a match together, it’s their friendship that endures as a lasting asset
New Health Care District Has Opening for Superintendent
-- from Pegi Groundwater for Orcas Health District -- The recently formed Orcas Island Health Care District is seeking applicants for the position of Superintendent. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who would like
Catch Creature From the Black Lagoon on San Juan Friday Night
Friday, June 15, parking begins at 8:30 p.m., County Fairgrounds -- from Adrienne Bourne for San Juan County Fair -- Plan an outing with your family, friends, or your special someone and enjoy one (or all!) of
Turning 65? New to Medicare?
Wednesday, June 20, 1:30 p.m., Orcas Island Library -- from Pegi Groundwater -- Turning 65 soon? Been on Social Security Disability for two years? Then you are now eligible for Medicare. It is a whole
Art Just For Fun – Try It in Summer Classes
-- from Diane Martindale for San Juan Islands Museum of Art -- The Art For Fun classes at the San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA) in Friday Harbor have begun for the summer. Especially
