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
Reports of ICE detaining male on San Juan
||| FROM SAN JUAN COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE via FACEBOOK ||| Reports of ICE being present at the Sandpiper Apartments at 250 Tucker Ave this morning, detaining one individual, and taking them away started coming in
Noam Chomsky | How much time is left until the end of Trump
||| BY NOAM CHOMSKY ||| Discover the powerful message behind “How Much Time Is Left Until the End of Trump,” a thought-provoking speech that explores the rise and eventual decline of one of the most
Weedkiller ingredient widely used in US can damage organs and gut bacteria, research shows
Diquat is banned in the UK, EU, China and other countries. The US has resisted calls to regulate it ||| FROM THE GUARDIAN ||| The herbicide ingredient used to replace glyphosate in Roundup and other
WCK serves families and first responders after historic Texas floods
||| FROM WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN ||| Historic flooding has devastated communities across central Texas, submerging homes, stranding families, and prompting widespread evacuations. Intense rain caused the Guadalupe River to rise 26 feet in 45 minutes.
Experience ‘Portraits in Pencil’ by local artist Mick Stevens
||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER ||| This summer, make time to visit the Orcas Senior Center, open Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., July 7 through August 30, to
Getting ready for Medicare?
||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER ||| Is 2025 your year for joining Medicare? Medicare enrollment is not automatic for most people, so you’ll probably need to enroll with Social Security. Then you’ll
The largest bald eagle nest ever found in Washington State
||| FROM NEWSBREAK ||| In the majestic wilderness of Washington State, a remarkable discovery has captured the attention of bird enthusiasts and scientists alike. The largest bald eagle nest ever recorded in the state has
Chair yoga, meditation, ukulele, inspirational aging — all at Senior Center
||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER ||| Chair Yoga: Enhancing Balance and Wellbeing Join us for Chair Yoga, a soothing practice tailored for seniors and those with disabilities, held Tuesdays and Thursdays from
Multi-disciplinary artist featured at Artworks for July
||| FROM B.J. ARNOLD for ORCAS ARTWORKS ||| Artworks featured artist for July, Natalie Menacho, is a multi-disciplinary artist with a passion for exploring the interplay between structure, fluidity, and spirit. She grows organic indigo
Fire Commission to meet on Monday
||| FROM JEN KRAUS for SAN JUAN COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT #2 ||| San Juan County Fire Protection District #2, Board of Fire Commissioners Regular Meeting | Monday, 07/07/2025, 3PM In person: 45 Lavender Lane,
Why Mammograms matter
||| FROM LENA KASSA for ORCAS SENIOR CENTER ||| Early detection saves lives—and mammograms are one of the most effective tools for identifying breast cancer at its earliest, most treatable stages. Women over 40 should
Music at Emmanuel series concerts
||| FROM JEFFRY STEELE for EMMANUEL EPISCOPAL CHURCH ||| Lunchtime concerts featuring seasoned island performers in the historic church sanctuary. Wednesdays at noon from 7/2 through 8/20. Donations collected for the music scholarship fund sending
Shaw Island School District job opportunity
||| FROM DEANNA SHANNON for SHAW ISLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT ||| Shaw Island School District 10 has an opening for a paraeducator (classroom aide) for the 2025-26 school year. Time: 7 hours per day, Monday through
As the Paradigm Shifts | Why I’m still a poopy-head sometimes
||| AS THE PARADIGM SHIFTS by ROSIE KUHN ||| The pitter-patter of rain on my roof woke me earlier than usual this morning. I turned up the thermostat, climbed back into bed, and prayed I’d
WSF Weekly Report | New vessels ordered; 4th of July sailings; study on passenger-only ferries
||| FROM STEVE NEVEY for WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES ||| A message from Steve I’m excited to share big news on our journey to build new vessels. This week, Gov. Bob Ferguson announced we will award
Jazz Festival returns this Labor Day weekend for 10th year
||| FROM BETHANY MARIE for ORCAS CENTER ||| The Orcas Island Jazz Festival (OIJF) lights up Orcas Center every Labor Day weekend to celebrate and share the music of jazz. As a program of Orcas
