Here’s a thought…
“Peace is not something we ask for — it’s something we practice, together.”
WALK FOR PEACE
Guest Opinion: Trump’s Disdain for Science
--- by Neal F. Lane and Michael Riordan for the New York Times -- After almost a year in office, President Trump has yet to name a science adviser and director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy [OSTP][. Since World War II, no American president has
Letter to Editor | Missing Scott Gianola
-- from Spirit Eagle -- Scott Gianola left this world just before Christmas and leaves a large hole in the hearts of his friends. Walking everywhere, he could be seen greeting friends around town. When Scott walked past my apartment and I was outside we greeted each other enthusiastically and
The Gryphon Trio Returns for Whirlwind Residency
Monday, January 29 - Wednesday January 31 -- from Linda Slone for Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival -- The Gryphon Trio arrives on Orcas Island late in the day on Monday, January 29, and gets right to work presenting an evening of violin, cello, and piano masterclasses, the first of
Ranker: Trump Puts Washington Coasts at Risk From Oil Spill
-- from Senator Kevin Ranker -- Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-Orcas Island, released the following statement in response to the Trump administration's announcement of increasing offshore oil and gas drilling: "The president's reckless action is the largest assault on our oceans in American history. This proposal opens over 90 percent of
Cancer Survivorship Group Meeting
-- from Sue Lewis -- The Cancer Survivorship Group meets on the second Thursday of each month at 5 p.m. in the Fireside Room of Orcas Island Community Church. We are a no cost, confidential support group for anyone touched by cancer. If it has touched you personally, as a
Sondheim’s Follies Promises Poignant Razzmatazz
Thursday, January 11, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Center -- Calling all musical film lovers – if you love Moulin Rouge, Cabaret, or Chicago -- Dominic Cooke’s towering revival of Follies is not to be missed! The National Theatre production of Follies will be broadcast
OPALCO + PNGC = More Power to Shape Our Islands’ Energy Future
-- from Suzanne Olson for OPALCO -- PNGC Board of Directors, L to R: Robert Echenrode—Umatilla Electric, Roman Gillen—Consumers Power, Board Chair, Dave Hagen—Clearwater Power, Annie Terracciano—Northern Lights, Board Secretary/Treasurer, Foster Hildreth—OPALCO, Ray Ellis—Lincoln Electric, Bryan Case—Fall River, David Gottula—Okanogan County Electric Cooperative, Bob Perry—West Oregon Electric Cooperative, Matt Michel—Lane Electric,
Initiative to Protect the Salish Sea Takes Shape. Does Nature Have Rights?
-- by Matthew Gilbert, Orcas Issues reporter -- Dying orcas. Decimated salmon runs. Endangered abalone. The signs of decline are everywhere and accelerating as the Salish Sea fights for its life against the relentless forces of human impact and regulatory inertia. On December 5 a group of about 50 Orcas Islanders
San Juan Islands License Plate Petition Needs Your Signature
-- from San Juan Islands Conservation District -- Evening Passage by Nancy Spaulding We need your help! We are almost there. The San Juan Islands License Plate will raise money for local organizations' conservation projects. We just need a few more signatures. If you have not yet signed the
Reception to Benefit Whale Museum Education, Research Programs
Thursday, January 11, 6 - 8 p.m., The Whale Museum -- from Jill Berger for The Whale Museum -- Join us January 11, from 6-8 p.m. for a Reception at The Whale Museum to explore the Museum and enjoy excellent food, drinks, friends and the unveiling of our newest exhibits.
Gov. Inslee Responds to Federal Justice Dept. Crackdown on State Cannabis Laws
-- from the office of Washington State Governor Jay Inslee -- Gov. Jay Inslee issued the following statement today upon news that the U.S. Department of Justice would announce its decision to rescind the Cole Memorandum that has allowed Washington and other states to implement common-sense marijuana laws: “If news
Guest Opinion | WSF Mismanagement in the San Juan Islands
-- from John Brantigan -- After serving as the Shaw Island representative on the San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee for almost 10 years, I resigned in November due to my frustration with WSF’s lack of response to issues in our county. I wrote an editorial published in the Seattle
Winter Nutrition Class at Orcas Food Co-op
Sunday, Jan.7 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. -- from the Orcas Food Co-op -- Join Wellness Specialist Stephanie Rosenblatt as she explains the importance of infusing your recipes with body-nurturing Macrobiotic cooking tips for this winter season. For 35 years Stephanie has created workshops, motivational lectures, and interactive programs helping
Poetry: Practice, Possibility, Pleasure
-- from JoEllen Moldoff -- A five week poetry class on Tuesdays, January 16, 23, 30 & February 6, 13 from 1-3 p.m. at the Library in Eastsound, with JoEllen Moldoff as Facilitator. Poetry gives us a unique path into the rich content of our inner and outer worlds. As
Bob Spring Memorial Services
-- from Velma Doty -- Bob Spring's funeral service will be at 2:30 on Friday January 5th at St Francis Catholic Church Eastsound. Rosary will be prayed at 5:30 on Thursday at St Francis Church, Eastsound.
San Juan County Now Accepting Accessory Dwelling Unit Applications
-- from San Juan County Communications -- San Juan County Department of Community Development (DCD) is now accepting eligibility applications for detached Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) permits proposed outside of urban growth areas and activity centers. ADU eligibility applications must be received no later than 4:30 pm February 12, 2018. In
