Here’s a thought…
“I’m calling on Washingtonians – please, don’t be a spark this weekend. Your choices could literally save lives.”
COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC LANDS DAVE UPTHEGROVE
Letter to Editor | Bangs for Hospital Commissioner
-- From Clark and Joanne Cundy -- We are supporting Bill Bangs for Commissioner of the Orcas Public Hospital District, position #4. We have had the pleasure of getting to know Bill over the last five months or so and have found him to be someone we are able to
Time Again for Spring Clay Café
Sunday, April 15, 2 - 5 p.m., Orcas High School Art Room -- from Geri Turnoy for Art for Orcas Kids -- Come one, come all…to the Clay Café…on Sunday, April 15 from 2 - 5 p.m. in the High School Art Room. Choose from a wide variety of bisque
Young Scientists Rock the Funhouse
-- by Margie Doyle -- [metaslider id="59112"] Does a pet rabbit respond better to food or praise? Which method of cooking carrots returns the most vitamin C These were some of the critical questions studied by young scientists who presented their hypotheses, methodology and conclusions at the annual Funhouse Science
History Matinee: The Light on the Island
-- from Carol Kulminski -- Orcas Island Historical Museums presents a fascinating book written by Helene Glidden called The Light on the Island. Helene was one of the 13 light keepers’ children on Patos Island. Mike McCloskey, publisher of San Juan Books, will share wonderful stories about Helene, who calls
April Poetry | Grandma
Grandma by JoEllen Moldoff stands in her kitchen, at the chipped enamel stove dressed in her large-pocket apron. It is the 40s in Brooklyn. As always on Saturdays the family gathers around her oak table set with extra large bowls and silverware. Her three sons have returned from war, all safe,
Rake In Some Fun at Moran State Park Clean-up
Saturday, April 14, 9 a.m., Cascade Lake -- from Roxy Marck for Friends of Moran -- Join Friends Of Moran State Park on Saturday, April 14 for some fun with a rake or, for the more daring, a pair of loppers. Meet us at Cascade Lake Shelter at 9 a.m. for a “cuppa”. Park
Gospel Choir presents “Gospel Mass” at Community Church
Saturday, April 14, 1 p.m., Orcas Community Church -- from Meredith McKie Griffith -- The community church invites you to come hear the Orcas Island Community Gospel Choir perform “Gospel Mass,” led by returning composer/conductor Dr. Stephen Newby. “We are thrilled to once again host Dr. Newby as he directs a
Letter to Editor | Experience, Background Make Bangs the Right Choice
-- from Stan & Gretchen Liebenberg -- We are writing in support of the candidacy of Bill Bangs for Commissioner of the Orcas Island Public Hospital District. Bill’s professional career activities, his thorough understanding of the complexities involved in the start-up of the proposed Hospital District, and his passion for
Dr. Vincent Shu to Present Prevention and Treatment of Breast Cancer
--by Sue Lewis-- The Cancer Survivorship Group will meet at the Community Church Fireside Room on April 12 at 5:00 PM. Our guest speaker, Dr. Vinent Shu, will present information related to the prevention and treatment of Breast Cancer. He will show how what you eat encourages or discourages the
Sheriff’s Report | March 28 – April 3, 2018
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- March 28, 2018 18-002042 Vehicle Prowl 10:42:31 03/28/18 A Deputy was dispatched to a report of a Vehicle Prowl in Friday Harbor. No suspects at this time. Investigation Continues. 18-002045 Agency Assistance 12:22:39 03/28/18 A Lopez Island Deputy initiated a neglect investigation
April Poetry | Laurel Rust
WITH MY MOTHER IN THE WEEKS OF HER DYING by Laurel Rust My mother's face is hardly recognizable on the flat pillow of her bed, eyes closed. Sitting beside her bed in her wheelchair, I don't want to stare at her, want to give her privacy, but can't concentrate on
Notice: Memorial Services for Ginny Lu Wood
A memorial service will be held for Ginny Lu Wood on Saturday, April 7 at 1 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall.
Participate in Ag Guild Marketing Resource Guide and Map
-- from Gretchen Krampf -- The San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild, Lopez Community Land Trust and Orcasong Institute have received funding through a 2018 San Juan County LTAC grant to create two marketing resources to benefit San Juan County farmers, producers, restaurateurs, hosts and marketplaces. The Food and Farms Product
San Juan Island Women’s Group Presents: Planned Parenthood Informational
Thursday April 12, 6:30-8 p.m., San Juan Island Grange -- from Glenn Hendrick for San Juan Island Grange -- Come meet Mount Baker Planned Parenthood Executive Director Linda McCarthy, and Development Manager, Jennie Noskoff, and hear about local health services in Friday Harbor, as well as new challenges for the
Eastsound Water Main Flushing Success
-- from Paul Kamin for Eastsound Water -- Eastsound Water would like to thank our members for their cooperation with recent water main flushing events. We understant they can be disruptive. During multiple evenings in March Eastsound Water has flushed more than 7.5 miles of water mains throughout town. Water
Letter to Editor | Orcas: Unaffordable?
-- from Tom Owens -- My Social Security (and other income based of SS) seems to be shrinking fast. Orcas seems to be, step by step, becoming LESS affordable! Are we asking for too many services and benefits? Could we all think about affordability just a bit more when we vote
