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
Calling all Orcas Writers
-- from Jule Treneer for Orcas LitFest -- The deadline for proposals for participating in the Orcas Island Lit Fest is this Friday, January 12th! Apply to be a part of our program or to
Dr. Camille Fleming Joins Orcas Family Health
-- from Aaimee Johnson for Orcas Family Health -- Dr David Shinstrom and Orcas Family Health Center are pleased to announce that Dr Camille Fleming will be seeing patients on a temporary basis starting January
Ranker: Protecting Orca Whales and Salish Sea in 2018 Legislative Session a Priority
-- from Senator Kevin Ranker -- Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-Orcas Island, announced new legislation to protect Washington state's Orca Whales and marine waters under the Salish Sea Protection package. "Increasing vessel traffic, potential oil spills,
Learn How to Add Native Plants to Your Garden
Saturday, January 20, 9 - 11 a.m., San Juan Island Grange -- from Mo Sloane for San Juan Master Gardeners -- Interested in using native plants in your landscape? There are many wonderful reasons to
The Exterminating Angel, a Spectacular American Premiere, at Orcas Center
Sunday, January 14, 1 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Center -- Orcas Center presents the New York Met’s new production of Adès’s The Exterminating Angel streaming Live in HD on Sunday,
Dining at Doe Bay Helps the Orcas Island Historical Museums
-- from Carol Kulminski -- Every month, Doe Bay gives back to the island by supporting non-profits. For the month of January on Thursdays, they will be supporting the Orcas Island Historical Museums. Each Thursday in
Calling All Playwrights, Seasoned and Brand New
-- from Aaimee Johnson for Actors Theater of Orcas Island -- The13th Annual Ten-Minute PlayFest is underway! Please put your pen to paper or fingers to the keyboard and submit a short play based on
State Christens Newest Ferry Suquamish
-- from Ian Sterling, WSF Communications -- A sparkling white and green Washington state ferry is the center of attention at Vigor’s Harbor Island Shipyard in Seattle today as the Washington State Department of Transportation
Guest Opinion: Trump’s Disdain for Science
--- by Neal F. Lane and Michael Riordan for the New York Times -- After almost a year in office, President Trump has yet to name a science adviser and director of the White House
Letter to Editor | Missing Scott Gianola
-- from Spirit Eagle -- Scott Gianola left this world just before Christmas and leaves a large hole in the hearts of his friends. Walking everywhere, he could be seen greeting friends around town. When
The Gryphon Trio Returns for Whirlwind Residency
Monday, January 29 - Wednesday January 31 -- from Linda Slone for Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival -- The Gryphon Trio arrives on Orcas Island late in the day on Monday, January 29, and gets
Cancer Survivorship Group Meeting
-- from Sue Lewis -- The Cancer Survivorship Group meets on the second Thursday of each month at 5 p.m. in the Fireside Room of Orcas Island Community Church. We are a no cost, confidential
Sondheim’s Follies Promises Poignant Razzmatazz
Thursday, January 11, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Center -- Calling all musical film lovers – if you love Moulin Rouge, Cabaret, or Chicago -- Dominic Cooke’s towering revival of
Initiative to Protect the Salish Sea Takes Shape. Does Nature Have Rights?
-- by Matthew Gilbert, Orcas Issues reporter -- Dying orcas. Decimated salmon runs. Endangered abalone. The signs of decline are everywhere and accelerating as the Salish Sea fights for its life against the relentless forces of
San Juan Islands License Plate Petition Needs Your Signature
-- from San Juan Islands Conservation District -- Evening Passage by Nancy Spaulding We need your help! We are almost there. The San Juan Islands License Plate will raise money for local organizations' conservation
Gov. Inslee Responds to Federal Justice Dept. Crackdown on State Cannabis Laws
-- from the office of Washington State Governor Jay Inslee -- Gov. Jay Inslee issued the following statement today upon news that the U.S. Department of Justice would announce its decision to rescind the Cole
