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
Honor Jack and the Incoming Mayor
-- from Susan Anderson, Children's House, updated July 3 -- Jack, the beloved Village Mayor, will step down when a new mayor is elected on July 4, 2015 Vying for the position of
Historic Appraisals and Traditional Logging Show Highlight Historic Fair
Plus a hot dog stand and a beer garden in the shade! -- by Margie Doyle -- The Harvey Family Logging Show drew out the Historical Days Fair to the Village Green on July
Comment on Ferry Fare Changes for County Residents
Transportation Commission adds ways to participate -- from the Washington State Transportation Commission -- Those who want to weigh in on a new ferry fare proposal released by the Washington State Transportation Commission can do
Journey Off the Map: Vacation Bible School
--from Meredith Griffith for Orcas Island Community Church -- All island kids from three years through 6th grade are invited to attend a free jungly adventure at Orcas Island Community Church on July 6-9. “Journey
Letter to the Editor: World-Class Response from Orcas Fire and Rescue
-- by Paul Sheridan, Director, Four Winds Camp -- To the Editor: I want to take a moment out of the craziness of summer to publically thank Orcas Island Fire & Rescue. We had an
Breaking News: Wildland Fire at Mountain Lake
-- from the Orcas Island Fire and Rescue District -- At 06:27am Orcas Island Fire and Rescue responded to a report of a wildland fire in the area of Mountain Lake. Responding crews found a
Kamin Warns of Increased Demand for Water
-- from Paul Kamin, General Manager, Eastsound Water Users Association -- The summer of 2015 is starting markedly different than recent years. Eastsound Water has been experiencing significantly elevated demands for water throughout the month
Fireworks Sponsorship & Donations – Can You Help?
-- from the Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce -- The Chamber is thrilled to report that our annual Fourth of July Fireworks show in Eastsound is in-place and ready to go on Saturday, July 4!
Intern Studying Rural Medicine at OMC
-- from the Orcas Medical Center -- Mark Tom, studying rural medicine at OMC The Orcas Medical Center has been pleased to have Mark Tom, second-year medical student at the University of Washington
Ferry Good Advice for Fourth of July Weekend Travel
-- from Washington State Ferries -- With additional sailings and travel tips, Washington State Ferries is all about helping customers make their Fourth of July weekend sparkle. Last year, the country’s largest ferry system carried
Appraisal Fair Featured at Museum’s Historical Days Celebration
-- from Maggie Vinson for the Historical Museum -- Orcas Island Historical Museum will again be holding its annual Historical Days Fair this July 3rd on the Eastsound Village Green. This year’s Historical Days Fair
Whale Museum Talk on Garbage Archaeology
The Whale Museum’s Lecture Series: ProjectSAM Wednesday, July 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Whale Museum in Friday Harbor The Whale Museum is pleased to welcome Dr. Candace Gossen as part of the 2015 Summer
Libby Has Something to Crow About!
Libby Garcia is Number One! -- by Madie Murray -- It was unanimous! We have a new First Place Orcas Home Brewer who is now the proud owner of a coveted #1 Crow
Matthew the Magician Back by Popular Demand
-- by Margie Doyle -- The Magic Show-- from Left, Matthew Laslo, Maddie Jane West, Virginia Sides and Maria Bullock Matthew Laslo, a 14-years young, award-winning magician and illusionist, brings "The Magic Show"
Home-grown Bitter Ends Plays this Friday
-- from Mandy Troxel -- The Bitter Ends with Mandy Troxel at Random Howse 7-9 this Friday! Don't miss! Friday, July 3rd is your one and only chance to catch Mandy Troxel and
Eastsound Planning Review Agenda
The Eastsound Planning Review Committee (EPRC), which serves as advisory to San Juan County government, will hold its regular monthly meeting tomorrow, July 2, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall. Greg
