Here’s a thought…
“Live a balanced life. Learn some and think some, and draw and paint and sing and dance and play and work every day some.”
ROBERT FULGHUM
Orcas Elementary to Offer Kindergartners Wednesdays in the Woods
-- from Krista Bouchey for Orcas Elementary -- Next year, kindergartners at Orcas Elementary School will have the opportunity to spend more than half the day outside on the campus of YMCA Camp Orkila. Students will benefit from a weekly outdoor experience led by professional educators and naturalists and supported
School Board to Meet
Thursday, May 24, 5 p.m., Orcas School Library -- from Orcas Island School District -- The Orcas School Board will convene in a regular meeting on Thursday, May 24, at 5 p.m., in the School Library to address the following agenda: CALL TO ORDER IMMEDIATELY ADJOURN to a CLOSED EXECUTIVE
Former Mayoral Candidate Has a New Agenda
-- by Lin McNulty, Managing Editor -- Hi, I'm Toby and I'm looking for other Bernese Mountain Dogs to march alongside me in the Pet Parade. Last year, Toby, an attractive Bernese Mountain Dog was a candidate for Orcas Mayor, campaigning as “Another chance to vote for Bernie." He lost.
No New Business on Fire Commissioner Meeting Agenda
Monday, May 21, 5:30 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Board of Fire Commissioners -- Fire Commissioners Wesley Heinmiller (Chair), Barbara Bedell, Amanda Montague (by phone), Jim Helminski, Tim Fuller, Chief Scott Williams, Orcas Island Fire and Rescue Staff, and the community are invited to attend a meeting on Monday,
A Songwriting Class in the Afternoon, Then a Concert in the Evening
Class: Saturday, June 2, 2 - 3:30 p.m., Library Concert: Saturday, June 2, 7 p.m., The Grange -- from Mandy Troxel -- On Saturday, June 2, local singer songwriter Mandy Troxel is bringing two songwriting friends, Jaspar Lepak and Avery Hill, to the island for two unique opportunities for island
Annual Pet Parade Just Around the Corner
Saturday, May 26, 11 a.m. - Eastsound -- from Vala Ross for Kaleidoscope -- In tradition of Memorial Day celebrations on Orcas Island, Kaleidoscope Preschool and Child Care Center would like to join us for our 28th Annual Pet Parade! Locals and visitors are sure to have a fun time
Sheriff’s Report | Thursday, May 9 – 15, 2018
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- Thursday, May 9, 2018 18-002969 Found Property 05:59:24 05/09/18 Complainant brought a sleeping bag to the Sheriff's Office, stating he had found it along the construction area on Tucker Avenue. The bag appears to be in good condition, and will be turned
Island Co. Judge Reverses Seaview Propane Tank Denial
-- by LIn McNulty, Managing Editor -- Inter-Island Propane 30,000-gallon fuel storage tank in Friday Harbor Ruling that the "Conclusions Based on Findings" by San Juan County Hearings Examiner Sharon A. Rice are defective both procedurally and substantively, Island County Superior Court Judge Alan R. Hancock issued a ruling
Orcas Island Park and Recreation District Welcomes Terri Rodgers As Director
-- from Kim Kimple for Orcas Island Park and Recreation -- After months of interviewing and vetting candidates, Orcas Island Park and Recreation District is pleased to announce the selection of Terri Rodgers for the position of director. Rodgers, a native Texan, moved to Orcas Island from Austin with her family
Join Orcas Food Co-op’s Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk
Sunday, May 20, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Orcas Food Co-op -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Food Co-op -- Join renowned instructor Ryan Drum for an informative plant walk beginning at the Co-op. You will sample native and introduced wild plants, discussing their individual nutritional and healing benefits in
PeaceHealth Webinar: Five Surprising Lessons From Stroke Survivors
Tuesday, May 22, 1 p.m., Online -- from Hilary Andrade for PeaceHealth -- This year alone, according to the American Stroke Association, nearly 800,000 people in the United States will experience a stroke. Knowing how to recognize the symptoms can make all the difference. To promote awareness during National Stroke
Letter to Editor | Why I Support Debra Lekanoff for 40th District
-- from Cindy Wolf -- Debra Lekanoff is an experienced, progressive public servant. Decisive and forward-thinking, she recognizes every decision today impacts future generations. Community is her strength, and she is committed to finding real solutions for the long term good of the 40th. She believes people have the right
Island Sinfonia Live at Orcas Center
-- from Karen Blinn -- Jim Shaeffer-Bauck conducts Island Sinfonia at Orcas Center on May 20 Island Sinfonia will perform their annual spring concert at the Orcas Center on Sunday, May 20 at 3 pm. Under the directorship of Jim Shaffer-Bauck, the orchestra will perform "Valse Fantasie" by
Shindig and Auction: YeeHaw!
--from Carol Kulminski -- When was the last time you went to a good ol’ hoedown, kick your heels up SHINDIG? With music by JP and the OK Rhythm Boys and a dance floor to whirl around on, you are guaranteed of a great time! Hungry? How about tasty country
Orcas Island Health Care District – Building the Foundation, Brick by Brick
-- by Matthew Gilbert, Orcas Issues reporter -- The second meeting of Orcas Island’s new Health Care District commission took place May 15 at the Eastsound Fire Hall, and the process continues to be a case study in how to build something from nothing – in this case the legal,
Whatcom County Veteran Navigator Coming to Assist Military Veterans on Orcas
Saturday, May 19, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Orcas School Cafeteria -- from Jana Webb -- If you served in the military, we would like to help you access your VA Benefits: Need to enroll in VA Health Care? Need a DD214 (Military Discharge Papers)? Need Information about your VA
