Here’s a thought…
“When you re-read a classic, you do not see more in the book than you did before; you see more in yourself than there was before.”
CLIFTON FADIMAN
Why are Salmon Dying in the Salish Sea?
Tuesday, March 13, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Parish Hall -- from Justin Cox -- Low salmon returns are expected to restrict fisheries in Washington this year, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife reported this week. Jacques White of the Salish Sea Marine Survival Project is actively working to help ensure
Auditor Seeks Opposition Writers for PHD Measure
-- from San Juan County Communications -- According to state law, every district that places a measure on the ballot is responsible for appointing committees to write voters’ guide arguments both for and against the proposition. If a district is unable to appoint committees, that responsibility falls to the County
Deer Harbor Plan Committee to Meet
Wednesday, March 14, 4 - 5:30 p.m., Deer Harbor Fire Station -- from Anne Marie Shanks for Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee -- The Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee will meet in public session on Wednesday, March 14, from 4 - 5:30 p.m. at the Deer Harbor Fire Station. Following
San Juan Islands Visitor Study Survey Findings Now On-line
-- from San Juan County Communications -- In late February 2018, consultants with Confluence Research and Consulting shared their findings from the 2017 surveys at a series of public presentations. We'd like to extend our thanks to all who participated in this process. It was delightful to see so many
Schedule Change: OPALCO Candidate Forum Thursday, March 15 Only
Thursday, March 15, 6 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Krista Bouchey for OPALCO -- There are two open positions in this year’s OPALCO election and only two candidates. Because this is an uncontested election, OPALCO has scaled back the candidate forums; there will only be one forum: Thursday, March
High School Plans Commemorative Walkout
Henry Moe, Student Body Officer for Orcas High School announced that it will observe the Parkland, Florida school shooting and resultant activism with a walkout on Wednesday, March 14 at 10 a.m. "The walkout will be held in the courtyard between the middle school and the cafeteria. It will be
Visit State Parks for Free on March 19
-- from Washington State Parks -- Washington State Parks turns 105 years old on Monday, March 19, and visitors are invited to help celebrate by enjoying a state park for free that day. With the 2018 spring and summer seasons just around the corner, the Washington State Parks and Recreation
Local Churches Host Soup Dinners on Wednesdays
March 14 and March 21 -- from Meredith McKie Griffith for Orcas Community Church -- Community members are invited to join the members of four Orcas Island churches on Wednesday evenings during the season of Lent to pray together, celebrate, and share a soup dinner. March 14 will be hosted
March Mayhem Basketball Tournament Coming Up
March 17 - 18, Orcas High School and Old Gyms -- from Brooke Bruland for Orcas Island Park & Recreation District -- Come cheer on the 6th annual March Mayhem Basketball Tournament hosted by Orcas Island Park and Recreation on March 17 and 18. Teams are traveling from near and far
Letter to the Editor: Helping Those Before They Are in Crisis
--by Vincent Shu, MD -- I am saddened anytime someone commits suicide, especially when this happens in our community. A memorial celebration for one of our own was held last weekend. In San Juan County in 2016, we know about 19 suicide attempts resulting in six suicides. In 2017 there
Sign Up Now for an Educational Opportunity Abroad
-- from Arden Ainley for Skagit Valley College -- Sign up for the trip of a lifetime as three Skagit Valley College professors lead a study-abroad immersion learning opportunity in Spanish art, music, language, and culture on March 21-29, 2019. Intended for students as well as lifelong learners of all ages,
Sheriff’s Report | February 28 – March 6, 2018
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- February 28, 2018 18-001364 Sick or Injured Animal 09:40:40 02/28/18 A deputy responded to a walk in report of a Friday Harbor resident wishing to speak to a deputy about an animal issue. The Deputy made phone contact with the reporting party,
Sigh…Daylight Savings Time Begins Very Early on Sunday Morning
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday morning, March 11, at 2:00 am. The full sailing day of Saturday, March 10, starts and ends on Pacific standard time. Terminals and vessels will turn their clocks FORWARD one hour at the end of the business day Saturday. Vessels that have trips
Letter to Editor | Art Lange Will Serve Us Well
-- from Steven Jung -- I write to support the candidacy of Art Lange for Commissioner of the proposed Orcas Island Public Hospital District. Having known and worked with Art for over 15 years, I believe he represents the prototype for an excellent Public Hospital District Commissioner. To encapsulate this
Council Schedules Public Hearing on Vacation Rental Code Amendment
Tuesday, March 13, 9:15 a.m., Council Hearing Room -- from San Juan County Communications -- The County Council has scheduled a hearing on potential amendments to the San Juan County vacation rental regulations. The public hearing will be held in the Council Hearing Room at 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor,
It’s An Art for Fun Paint pARTy
Friday, March 16, 5:45 - 8 p.m., San Juan Islands Museum of Art -- from Debbie Pigman for San Juan Islands Museum of Art -- Our next "Art for Fun, a paint pARTy!" is March 16. Kristen Abramson will lead folks in a step-by-step process to complete their own painting
