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
League of Women Voters Addresses Healthcare
Monday, March 14 , from 6:30 to 8 p.m., Friday Harbor Middle School -- from the League of Women Voters of the San Juans -- "What’s Next in U.S. Healthcare: Human Face of Obamacare: Promises
An Unusual Book Launch
Saturday, March 12, 3:30 pm at the Orcas Library -- from Sharon Abreu -- This Saturday, March 12, at 3:30 pm in the Orcas Library’s community room, there will be a book launch the likes
Legislature Passes Ranker Bill to Protect Children and Others in Remote Areas
-- from Rick Manugian, Senator Ranker's Office -- People at camps and other remote areas will gain access to epi-pens as a result of legislation passed by the House this week. Senate Bill 6421, sponsored
Letter to the Editor: Thanks, County Officials for Your Time
-- from Arthur de Haan -- Thank you Rick Hughes, Brian Vincent and Russ Harvey for spending 2.5 hours to walk the[Dolphin Bay] road with me and our neighbors. It was helpful to get an
Guest Opinion: The OPALCO Plan Road Map Defined
-- by Tom Owens -- Where is the OPALCO Board Taking Us? Part 2 Does the Draft OPALCO Integrated Plan Road Map result in safe, reliable and affordable energy for its customers? Where is the
State Historic Preservation Trust Offering Free Mt. Rainier Field School
-- from Sandy Strehlou Town of Friday Harbor Historic Preservation Coordinator -- What are you doing this summer? Join 50 high school students, teachers and preservationists from throughout Washington for a four-day field school on beautiful, rugged Mt. Rainier.
The Salish Sea is Still a Highway; Share on Social Media Before March 6
-- from Julienne Battalia -- The Salish Sea needs your support! And we've got an easy way for you to help. Simply volunteer your social media pages and networks to help FRIENDS raise awareness about
Guest Column: What Does OPALCO Board Plan for the Future?
-- by Tom Owens -- OPALCO : Where is the OPALCO Board Taking Us? Part 1 Does the Draft OPALCO Integrated Plan Roadmap result in low cost electricity for San Juan County? I can not
Underground DJ To Surface at Random Howse
Saturday, March 12, 9 p.m., Random Howse -- from Samara Shaw -- Seasoned Veteran DJ/Producer and Zulu Nation/Hipstep Member plays at Random Howse, Orcas Island: March 12, 9 p.m., 21+ no cover. Kwaku communicates through
March Mayhem Bouncing Its Way to Orcas Gyms
Saturday, March 12, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., Orcas High School and Old Gyms -- from Kim Ihlenfeldt, Orcas Island Park and Recreation District -- The 4th Annual March Mayhem Adult Basketball Tournament is being held on
Orcas School Board: from Montessori to Football
Vikings foresee fielding football this fall -- by Margie Doyle-- At the Orcas Island School District (OISD) meeting on Feb. 25, a charming duo of elementary Montessori students thanked the school board. One, Scarlett Coffey
Seattle Songstress to Perform at Rosario, Random Howse
Thursday, March 10 at 6:30 p.m. at Rosario Lounge Friday, March 11 at 7 p.m. at Random Howse -- from Mary Lydia Ryan -- Mary Lydia Ryan Seattle-based singer/composer/pianist, Mary Lydia Ryan will
Only a Couple Weeks Left to Clean Out Your Closets
Friday, March 18, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. and Saturday, March 19,10 a.m.- 4 p.m., Kaleidoscope -- from Vala Ross -- Kaleidoscope Preschool and Child Care Center is hosting another Value Village Donation Drive. The event will
Council to Review Shoreline Plan Draft
-- from Colin Maycock, Planner IV, Department of Community Development -- The San Juan County Council is meeting on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 to review and discuss the draft components of the Shoreline Master Plan
You, Too, Can Uke at Upcoming Uke-a-palooza
Saturday, March 12, 6:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Artha Kass -- Uke-a-palooza is a festival of all things ukulele! An extravaganza of local musicians, young and old, will be performing. We need a few good
Evening Training Sessions for Prospective Coaches
-- from Justin Paulson -- Reminder for all parents and anyone interested in coaching at any level: The Orcas Island Booster Club is presenting two Positive Coaching Alliance training sessions on March 4 and 5.
