Here’s a thought…
“Peace is not something we ask for — it’s something we practice, together.”
WALK FOR PEACE
Letter to Editor | Yes for Bond and Levy
-- from Hilary Canty -- I hope you will join me to vote Yes for both the bond and levy for the school district. Investing in our schools is a solid investment in the future of the island community. The current leadership at the school district is strong and thoughtful.
Shaw Students Shine Statewide With Shake-Out Video
-- from Brendan Cowan, Director, San Juan County Department of Emergency Management -- More than 1,300 islanders participated in last week's ShakeOut earthquake exercise -- the most ever. That includes school districts, government departments, businesses, non-profits, families, and individuals. The middle school students from the Shaw Island School won a statewide
Orcas Park and Rec Looking for Running Coaches
-- from Kim Kimple for Orcas Park and Rec -- Orcas Park and Rec is looking for coaches to join Running Club. Volunteers are needed for short runs throughout Eastsound area trails with youth ages 7-13 on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Must be able to pass a background
EDC Offers “Get Paid” Workshop
Thursday, November 9, 10 - 11:30 a.m., Heritage Bank -- from Victoria Compton for San Juan County Economic Development Council -- Success in getting paid is critical to any business. When an entrepreneur’s business is not set up to get paid successfully, or when clients neglect to pay – on time,
Worried About Opioid Addiction?
Saturday, Oct. 28, at 1 pm. at Orcas Fire Hall -- from Dr. Vincent Shu -- Dr. Vincent Shu Vincent Shu, MD, will address the opioid painkiller epidemic in his presentation "Early Usage of Acupuncture for Pain Management to Prevent Drug Addiction" at the Eastsound Fire Hall on
Bring Your Animal Art for November Exhibit
Reception Friday, Nov. 3, from 5:30 to 7 -- from Orcas Center Visual Arts Committee -- "Why I Love Dogs" artist unknown You are cordially invited to submit your work to the November Orcas Center Show showcasing all animals: "The Animal World: Feathers, Scales, and Fur.” All media
Passing the Torch: Brian Moss Leads Community Church
(Introducing a series of interviews with new community leaders) --by Margie Doyle-- Brian and Stephanie Moss In June, Orcas Island Community Church named Rev. Brian Moss as Senior Pastor. Moss and his family have been on the island for two years, serving as Associate Pastor for Congregational Life
Salmonberry School to Host Annual Fall Festival
Saturday, October 28, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Salmonberry School -- from Laura Black for Salmonberry School -- Salmonberry School is pleased to announce the return of our annual Fall Festival and Potluck on Saturday, October 28 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Live music will be provided by Brograss, Tom
NAS Whidbey Island SAR Rescues Injured Hiker at Deception Pass
-- from Mike Welding, for NAS Whidbey --- A Search and Rescue (SAR) team from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island rescued an injured hiker at Deception Pass State Park in Anacortes, Washington, on Saturday, October 21, 2017. The SAR crew took off from NAS Whidbey Island around 5 p.m.
Odds Are Great for Halloween Party
Tuesday, October 31, Odd Fellows Hall -- from Bill Gincig -- It is that time of year when ghosts and goblins are out and about enjoying themselves. To add to the merriment, the Odd Fellows will be holding their annual Halloween Festivities at the Odd Fellows Hall. First: Kids Party
School Board Will Meet Tomorrow
Thursday, October 26, 5 p.m., School Library -- from Orcas Island School District -- Orcas School Board will convene a regularly-scheduled meeting on Thursday, October 26, 5 p.m., in the School Library. Items on the agenda include: 1. Pledge of Allegiance *2. Approve Agenda *3. Approve Consent Agenda PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS 4.
The Addams Family – The Musical Opens at Orcas Center Tonight!
Opens Thursday, October 26 - 31, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Center -- Joey Gonzalez in "The Addams Family" as Gomez Beginning October 26, Orcas Center will feature the award winning show The Addams Family - The Musical, on Center Stage with Seattle’s
Free Adventures in Boating Safety Class Offered
Saturday, November 4, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., Mullis Street Fire Station -- from Chuck Dalldorf for Coast Guard Auxiliary -- The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary San Juan Island Detachment is offering a free "Adventures in Boating" course on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at the fire station located at 1011 Mullis
Alliance for Jobs and Clean Energy Holds Orcas Kickoff Meeting
-- by Susan McBain -- The Alliance for Jobs and Clean Energy, a statewide organization with chapters throughout Washington, held its Orcas kickoff meeting at the Odd Fellows Hall on Oct. 21. The purpose was to introduce the organization and its plans to the Orcas community, to outline its proposed
OPAL’s Bonnie Brae Has Become Orcas Halloween Central
-- by Lin McNulty -- Sometimes, community traditions cannot be systematically traced to their origin. That is partially accurate regarding the beginning of the Bonnie Brae neighborhood trick-or-treaters. The last residents, 24 families, moved to the OPAL Bonnie Brae neighborhood in July 1999. The neighborhood took just under five years
Ecology’s Notice of Final Action on San Juan County’s Comprehensive Shoreline Master Program Update
-- from Chad Yunge, Dept of Ecology -- The Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) is pleased to announce its final action approving the San Juan County (County) Shoreline Master Program (SMP) update. The effective date of the County’s comprehensive SMP update is October 30, 2017. Ecology will publish a notice
