Here’s a thought…
“The competition between Nature and the economy is deep and broad.
In the short term, the economy usually wins. In the long term …?”
BILL APPEL
McGuire’s Nautilus Awards: “Changing the World, One Book at a Time”
As winter hibernation slowly yields through the rainy days of spring into the warmth of summer, many Orcas Islanders are enjoying their favorite indoor sport -- curled up with good books. Over two
Lopez Field Workshop on Lichens Coming Apr. 17
Contributed by Fiona Norris, Science Director, San Juan Nature Institute San Juan Nature Institute has invited Dr. Fred Rhoades to present a field workshop on lichens on Saturday April 17, 2010 on Lopez Island. The
Guest Opinion: A Look at Our School Lunches
By Madie Murray, Farm to Cafeteria Committee Geddes Martin, chef at the Inn at Ship Bay Restaurant, knows how to make more than 300 kids, parents and teachers smile: serve them herb roasted chicken, mashed
Property Rights Group to Host Dinner Meeting April 6
Citizens Alliance for Property Rights (CAPRA) will host a dinner on Tuesday, April 6 on San Juan Island, for a presentation on “Waste Water Treatment Systems.” Dr. Mark Gross, a former professor of Civil Engineering
Orcas High Girls Sweep the Funhouse Scholarships
Kahana Pietsch wins "Rocket Ship of Wonder" award Jacqlynn Zier, Orcas Island High School junior, has won the Funhouse's First Prize scholarship in their annual Science Fair. Zier's project, comparing the taste of
Come to the Moran Park Annual Cleanup April 3
Friends of Moran will host the Annual Park Clean Up on Saturday, April 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Friends say: "We’ll meet at the Park Shelter behind the new Kokanee Fish Hatchery
A New Face in the School Garden
Contributed by Madie Murray Meet Chelsea Cates. Chelsea came to the Volunteer Faire held by OICF recently where she made it very clear she wanted to get involved in the Farm to Cafeteria Program.
Rena Patty to Lead “Compassionate Communication” Course
Rena Patty will lead an 8-week course in “Compassionate Communication,” beginning March 31. The classes will be Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m., beginning March 31through April 21; then one week off on April 28, and
Town Hall Covers Budget, Dump and Critical Areas $80K Study
Orcas County Council members Richard Fralick and Gene Knapp held the first Town Hall meeting of 2010 last Thursday, March 11. Accompanying them were County Auditor Milene Henley and County Administrator Pete Rose, to give
Don’t Miss the Excitement at the 9th Annual Funhouse Science Fair!
From the Funhouse The 9th Annual Funhouse Science Fair will be held Saturday, March 27, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Funhouse on Orcas Island. This is an event not to be missed
Letter to the Editor: PTSA's Math/Science Night Celebrates Learning
The PTSA wants to thank all those who helped make our recent Family Fun Math/Science Night a reality—thanks to our dedicated teachers and talented students, as well as the many involved community members who all
Scenic Byways Call for Inspiration Extended to March 31
The San Juan Islands Scenic Byway and San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau announce: A Call for Inspiration - What images best represent the true essence of the San Juan Islands? The San Juan Islands Scenic
Guest Opinion: Our Water
By Janet Alderton We all rely on pure water for our health. Our lives and the lives of all living things in our San Juan Islands depend on clean water. We share the responsibility to
Free Composting Workshop this Saturday
Contributed by Helen Venada, Waste Reduction and Hazardous Waste Coordinator, San Juan County Solid Waste Division Learn to recycle naturally at a free workshop this Saturday. The workshop is from 1:15 to 3:45 p.m. at
Council Takes First Steps toward Solid Waste Utility Survival Plan
By Stan Matthews County Communications Program Manager After much deliberation the San Juan County Council Tuesday authorized County staff to begin three steps toward raising money to keep the County’s solid waste utility afloat: 1)
