Here’s a thought…
“Peace is not something we ask for — it’s something we practice, together.”
WALK FOR PEACE
Orcas School Honors Veterans’ Service to Our Country
-- by Sam Gailey, Orcas Issues reporter -- Air Force Attorney Tom Fiscus at Orcas Island Schools' Veterans Day assembly, 2017 For 98 years, Americans have remembered those who served our country in uniform by celebrating Veterans Day, and on November 9, at the Orcas Island Schools, students,
Guest Opinion: Public School Employees Union Seeks Wage Support
-- from members of the Orcas Island Chapter of Public Employees Union-- Thank you Orcas Island Community for passing the OISD Bond and Levy, this will provide funding for necessary school improvements! The Orcas chapter of the Public School Employees union is currently in negotiation with the OISD Administration concerning
Additional Flu Vaccination Clinics Scheduled
Wednesday, November 15, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Orcas Senior Center -- from San Juan County Communications -- San Juan County Health and Community Services has scheduled additional flu vaccination clinics for the month of November. Walk-in clinic: no appointment necessary: Orcas Senior Center | 62 Henry Rd, Eastsound November
Letter to the Editor: Island Inspiration All-Stars Shine at the Seaview
-- from Pat Littlewood, updated at 9 p.m.-- Once again Anthony the Dancer has produced a splendid dance concert with his All-Star cast of professionally trained dancers, Hailey Averna, Gail Bulletset, Charles Dalton, Jessica Kruger, Tiffany Loney, Aristotle Luna, Samantha Martin, Stephanie Moss and Anwyn Thompson. They were joined by
Perham Black Takes 13th Place in Nation at Cressy Cup
-- from Gray Cope for San Juan Island Sailing Foundation - On October 28 and 29 San Juan County’s Perham “Per” Black, a senior at Spring Street International School competed in the Cressy Cup, considered the United States high school national championships for Laser full rig sailing. The national sailing
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory Comes to Orcas Center
Thursday - Saturday, November 16-18, 6:30 p.m.,Sunday, November 19, 2 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Didier Gincig -- Didier Gincig directs a local cast in the family musical, "Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" Watch Willy Wonka, Charlie Bucket, Augustus Gloop, Violet Beauregarde, Veruca Salt, Mike Tevee and
How Non-Profits and Service Clubs Help Us
Monday, November 13, 12:30 p.m., San Juan Library -- from the League of Women Voters of the San Juans -- The League of Women Voters of the San Juans will be holding their membership meeting, which is open to the public, on November 13th at 12:30 in the community room
Chalice Group Will Hold Service on Gratitude
Sunday, November 12, 11:30 a.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church -- from Suzanne Olson -- Please join us this Sunday, Nov. 12, for a Chalice Group service on Gratitude, led by Kathyrn Marie. To prepare, please consider where your gratitude lies at this moment. 11:30 am Benson Hall Emmanuel Episcopal Church All are
Letter to Editor | Orcas Family Health in Need of Funds
-- from Aaimee Johnson, Orcas Family Health Center Manager -- Our Board at Orcas Family Health Center recently mailed a fundraising letter to our patients. This letter is an appeal to help solve a financial dilemma that began last spring. When I opened a certified letter last March from one of
EDC Offers FREE Tax Workshop
Monday, November 13 10 - 11 a.m., Heritage Bank -- from Victoria Compton -- In partnership with the Washington State Department of Revenue, the San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on Monday, November 13, from 10 - 11 a.m. This
Letter to the Editor: Heartfelt Thank You from Schools Superintendent
-- by Eric Webb, Superintendent, Orcas Island School District -- We wish to extend a heartfelt thank-you to the voters of Orcas Island for your support of our School Bond and Levy. The passing of the school bond and levy will help to ensure that our students are being educated
Kaleidoscope Has Opening for One Preschooler – for Free
-- from Kaleidoscope -- Our community is in jeopardy of losing a valuable resource. Annually, Kaleidoscope provides free preschool for families that qualify based on income or other risk factors through a federal program called Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP). Currently we have a rare opportunity for a
Ryan Carpenter to be Ordained as Pastor
Sunday, November 12, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Orcas Community Church -- from Meredith McKie Griffith for Orcas Community Church -- Orcas Island Community Church invites you to join us as we recognize pastor Ryan Carpenter, celebrate his ordination, and commission him as a pastor at the church. Carpenter has been working
Olga’s Thanksgiving Potluck This Saturday
Saturday, November 11, 5:30 p.m., Olga Community Center -- from Lorna Rhodes -- Come celebrate Thanksgiving with neighbors and friends at the Olga Community Center. This month’s Olga Potluck is Saturday, November 11, hosted by Cindie and Bryon Frenya. Social hour begins at 5:30 and we sit down for dinner
Emmanuel Shares $6,000 From Market Day
-- from Emmanuel Episcopal Parish -- For the kids: Karen Ladd, vice president of Emmanuel Parish St. Agnes Guild, presents $500 to Vala Ross, assistant director of Kaleidoscope preschool, from 2017 Market Day earnings. Kaleidoscope serves kids from birth to 12 years, including this great class of enthusiastic preschoolers.
Odd Fellows Continue Thanksgiving Community Feast Tradition
Thursday, November 23, 4:30 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Bill Gincig -- Once again the Odd Fellows will be holding their traditional Community Thanksgiving Dinner, Thanksgiving Day, November 23, at 4:30 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall. Due to record-breaking attendance, we are partnering with the Episcopal Church to
