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
Living History, Dance Workshop Series Bring British Isles to Orcas
Sunday, June 25, 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., Orcas Center Thursday - Saturday, June 22-June 24, Random Howse -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Center -- From the British Islands to Orcas Island, Tames Alan,
Propane Tank and Delivery Service Planned for Residential Area
-- by Margie Doyle, updated June 17 at 4:30 p.m. -- 30,000-gallon diesel/gasoline fuel tank at Orcas Public Works site on Mount Baker Road County officials are considering the application for InterIsland Propane
Upcoming Bond: Needs Over Wants
--by Ayn Gailey -- After months of collecting community feedback, the School Board held a special meeting on Wednesday, June 14, to hear more input and make a decision on what to do about the
Guest Opinion: French Elections Have Lessons for U.S.
-- by Tom Owens -- France has just seen a revolution in their political landscape. The old guard is out. Emmanuel Macron, a new, little known politician started a new party and went on to
Guest Column: The End of KVOS Influence on Mt. Constitution Summit
--by Rolf Eriksen -- As I have viewed the demolition of the KVOS building on the summit of Mt. Constitution in recent days I am feeling a bit wistful knowing that the influence that KVOS
Martin Lund Brings “One World” to Orcas Center
-- from Lisa Spesard -- Martin Lund, see him at the One World Jazz Festival June 16-17 at the Orcas Center This weekend, Orcas Center will be filled with celebration! For the 15th
Lopez Student to Attend Prestigious U.S. Service Academy
Harrison P. Goodrich (left) of Lopez Island will attend the U.S. Naval Academy. -- from Douglas Wagoner for Rep. Rick Larsen's Office -- Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02), today announced that a San Juan
Orcas Garden Club’s Annual Tour
Saturday - Sunday, June 24 - 25, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. -- from Helen Huber for Orcas Island Garden Tour -- Five gardens invite you to explore a variety of special places on our
Put Women’s Coalition Quarterly Meeting on Your Schedule
Sunday, June 25, 4 - 6 p.m., Orcas Public School Cafeteria -- from Gretchen Krampf for Orcas Women's Coalition -- Orcas Women's Coalition (OWC) is a vibrant, energetic network of women and transgender people on
Letter to the Editor: Sign the “Immigration Rights” Initiative
-- by Bill Buchan -- I am no longer a resident of San Juan County, but [I am doing what I can] to help get Initiative 2017-07 on the ballot. I urge each of you
Ferries Propose Price Increase
-- from Reema Griffith, Washington State Transportation Commission (WSTC) Executive Director -- Ferry customers and anyone with an interest in Washington State Ferry fares are being asked to weigh in on a new fare proposal
Welcome Summer at Solstice Parade & Celebration
Saturday, June 24, Noon -- from Laura Gibbons -- Orcas Islanders and friends from near and far are invited to the 19th Annual Summer Solstice Parade on Saturday Jun. 24 at noon in Eastsound. The
“Dead Man’s Cell Phone” a Romantic Comedy at Orcas Center
June 22-24, June 30 - July 1, 7:30 p.m., July 2, 2 p.m., Orcas Center OffCenter -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Center -- Beginning Jun. 22, Orcas Center will feature the Pulitzer prize nominated
Grand Opening of Mount Baker Farm!
-- by Margie Doyle -- Mount Baker Farm now open for camping Ruth Vandestraat, new owner of historic Mount Baker Farm, purchased from Rose Burton this year, plans a festive Grand Opening of
Moving Days at the Library
-- from Martin Arnold for the Orcas Island Public Library -- It's finally here! Moving day(s)! The Orcas Island Library will close at 1 pm Monday, June 19 and remain closed until 10 am Thursday,
New “Market Bucks” Program to Promote Locally Grown Foods
-- from San Juan County Communications -- San Juan County Health and Community Services has partnered with Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor, Orcas Island Community Foundation, the Lopez Locavores, and the Honeywell Foundation, to offer
