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“No protracted war can fail to endanger the freedom of a democratic country.”
ALEXIS DE TOCQUEVILLE
Hospital District Commissioners to be Sworn in Sunday
Sunday, May 6, 5 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Patty Miller -- The commissioners for San Juan County Public Hospital District #3 will be sworn into office on Sunday May 6 at 5 p.m. at the Eastsound Firehall. The public is welcome to attend. Following the ceremony, the commissions will
Give Where You Live
-- from Kate Long for Orcas Island Community Foundation -- The Orcas Island Community Foundation’s Annual GiveOrcas campaign is up and running! Check out www.GiveOrcas.org to read and review the 20 proposals vetted and approved by the Community Foundation’s 13-member Committee. There is a full range of opportunities supporting the
Letter to Editor | PHD Commissioners Express Gratitude, and Promise Transparency
-- from Diane Boteler, Richard Frailick, Pegi Groundwater, Art Lange, and Patty Miller -- To all the members of our community, As your newly elected Public Hospital District (PHD) commissioners we would like to thank all the members of our community for taking the time to learn about this ballot
Doe Bay Open Mic Supports Camp Orkila in May
-- from Doe Bay Music -- Join island visitors and residents to share music, spoken word, and other performances on the night when we come together in that ancient ritual of community and communion. The Café is open from 5-10 p.m. and Open Mic begins at 7:30 p.m. Come out
Dr. Triplett Schedules Free Tooth Extraction Clinic
Monday, May 14, Dr. Triplett's Office -- from Terri Triplett for Dr. Triplett's Office -- Dr. Triplett’s dental office at 445 Madrona Street in Eastsound is reserving Monday May 14 for free tooth extractions for our Orcas, Shaw, and Waldron residents in need. Services are limited to both routine and
Eastsound Planning Review Committee Meets Thursday
-- from Colin Maycock, San Juan County Planner-- EASTSOUND PLANNING REVIEW COMMITTEE AGENDA May 3, 2018 Fire Department Meeting Room 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 3:00 pm Welcome and Introductions 3:10 pm Additions or Agenda modifications 3:15 pm Approval of Minutes 3:20 pm Rick Hughes County Update 3:35 pm Colin
Don’t Miss the Annual Master Gardeners Spring Plant Sale
Saturday, May 12, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Friday Harbor Mullis Center -- from Mo Sloane for Orcas Master Gardener -- Hundreds of organic vegetable starts and perennials, all lovingly grown and nurtured by San Juan County Master Gardeners, will be on sale at the Mullis Center, Saturday May 12 at
Children’s House Seeks Candidates for Honorary Mayor’s Race
-- from Susan Anderson for Children's House -- The Honorary Mayor of Eastsound race kicks off officially Saturday, May 26, and there is still space available for two lucky candidates. Does your pet have the charisma, political savvy, or just plain bucks to win this thing? Do you have a
Carolyn Jewett Announces Candidacy for District Court Judge
-- from Carolyn Jewett -- Carolyn Jewett has announced that she will run for election to be the next District Court Judge. The incumbent judge, Judge Stewart Andrew, is not running for re-election. Since 2015, Carolyn has handled District Court cases as a deputy prosecutor for San Juan County. She
Legal Rights for the Salish Sea? Expanding our Circle of Citizenship
Thursday, May 10, 5:30 p.m., Friday Harbor Grange -- from Glenn Hendrick -- Join Community Rights San Juan Islands at San Juan Island Grange 966, 152 1st St, Friday Harbor, Thursday, May 10th, for a screening of Robin Wall Kimmerer’s presentation “We the People: Expanding Our Circle of Citizenship.” The
School Board Holds Meetings on Waldron and Orcas
--by Matthew Gilbert, Orcas Issues reporter, Corrected May 2 at 8 a.m.-- Waldron Island off-the-grid school, a part of the Orcas Island School District The Orcas Island School District (OISD) Board held its annual Waldron Island School meeting, chaired by Greg White, the morning of Thursday April 26.
Guest Column: Health Care Stability Now Possible
-- by Harriet Miller -- Many Thanks, to all those who voted for the PHD. Stabilized health care on Orcas, has long been my dream. In 1967, when we began our life on island, we experienced the “visits” by Dr. Malcom Heath, from Friday Harbor, and the nursing care of
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
Save the Date – OCS Test Drive Day
-- by for Orcas Christian School (OCS) - If you are looking for a high-quality Christian education then be sure to send your student to the Orcas Christian School’s Test Drive Day on May 8. This is their chance to make new friends, catch up with old friends, and connect
Sure Sign of Summer: New Ferry Rates May 1
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Beginning Tuesday, May 1, 2018, through September 30, 2018, the peak season surcharge will go into effect for single vehicle and driver fares. Multi-ride products and passenger fares are not affected by this seasonal increase. For details, visit www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/fares/. To see the fares brochure visit www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/pdf/CurrentFares.pdf
May Dance Class, Cha Cha Cha
Monday, May 7, 7 - 9 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Bill Gincig -- Local instructors are again offering their community dance class on Monday, May 7, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall. We will be teaching Cha Cha which is one of the most
