Here’s a thought…
“We are so vain that we even care for the opinion of those we don’t care for.”
MARIE VON EBNER-ESCHENBACH
OPALCO’s Nourdine Jensen Scholarship Applications Due March 9
--from Suzanne Olson for OPALCO -- OPALCO’s Nourdine Jensen Cooperative Youth Scholarship Program is accepting applications from high school sophomores and juniors of OPALCO member households. Up to five scholars will receive a $1,000 scholarship from OPALCO and the family of Nourdine Jensen, as well as an all-expenses paid trip
Redefining Bread to be Garden Club Topic
Wednesday, February 21, 10 a.m., Orcas Center -- from Helen Huber for Orcas Garden Club -- The Orcas Island Garden Club welcomes Dr. Stephen Jones, wheat breeder and the Director of The Bread Lab at Washington State University in Burlington, Washington on Wednesday, February 21 at 10 a.m. at the
Tech talk — Privacy vs. Security
In the tech world you hear these two terms a lot. What is the difference? Lets us an analogy (which we will do a lot in this column)- privacy vs. security in your home. In your house, privacy happens when you close the curtains, outsiders cannot see what you are
Library Books for Your Heart’s Desire
-- by Ayn Gailey -- Valentines Day is the perfect time to celebrate romance and the daring act of falling in love, both activities that can traditionally require a little—or a lot—of risk, effort, and money. However, here on Orcas Island, you can also experience an intense romance and the
Submit PHD Candidate Questions in Advance of Town Hall Meeting
-- from JoEllen Moldoff -- In order to make best use of the time at the Candidates for Public Health District Commissioner Town Hall meeting on February 24, we are asking in advance for questions you may have for the candidates. Please email orcascohc@gmail.com no later than Monday, February 19.
Eastsound Planners Move Full Steam Ahead
-- by Margie Doyle -- Eastsound Planning Review Committee, an advisory board of citizen volunteers to the County Council At its February meeting members of the Eastsound Planning Review Committee (EPRC) considered options and opportunities as they deal with the "mess" that growth presents, even as a county/ferry
Seattle Leader to Speak About Activism
Tuesday, February 13, 5 p.m., Orcas Island Library -- from Orcas Island Library -- Nick Licata, former Seattle City Council member and one of the city's most effective leaders of political and social change, will speak about his book, Becoming a Citizen Activist: Stories, Strategies and Advice for Changing Our
Interested in Researching Your Family Tree?
Tuesday, February 20, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Orcas Island Library -- from Orcas Island Library -- We are creating a Genealogy Club at the Orcas Island Library to help people discover and research their roots through both through traditional public records utilizing library resources, as well as all kinds
Washington State Legislative Alert
-- from the League of Women Voters of Washington www.lwvwa.org -- This Week's Alert! If you do nothing else, here is the most important action you can take: Let’s Make Voting Rights A Reality for All! The League has made passing the WA Voting Rights Act (WVRA) a top priority
Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee to Meet
Wednesday, February 14, 4 - 5:30 p.m., Deer Harbor Fire Station -- from Anne Marie Shanks - The Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee has scheduled its regular meeting on Wednesday, February 14, 2018 from 4 - 5:30 p.m., at Deer Harbor Fire Station. Following is the scheduled agenda: 1. Chair:
Orcas Christian Serving Up Free Community Dinner
Tuesday, February 13, 5 - 7:30 p.m.,, Orcas Christian School -- from Kathy Roosma for Orcas Christian School -- Orcas Christian School invites everyone to the second 2018 community dinner on Tuesday, February 13 from 5:00 – 7:30 p.m. This free, all-you-can-eat meal will feature Mexican food. On the menu are enchiladas, burritos, Spanish
UPDATE: Public Hospital District Commissioner Candidates Announced
--from San Juan County Auditor (updated Feb. 14 at 11:30 a.m.)-- Ballot Name San Juan County Public Hospital District #3 Hospital Commissioner 1 Nonpartisan Office 6-year term Richard Fralick Hospital Commissioner 2 Nonpartisan Office 6-year term Pegi Groundwater Bob Phalan (Withdrawn) Hospital Commissioner 3 Nonpartisan Office 6-year term Arthur Lange Leif Hospital Commissioner
Inslee Statement on Unanimous Passage of Opioid Use Disorder Bill
-- from Governor Jay Inslee -- "I am pleased that the House just unanimously passed HB 2489, to treat opioid use disorder which is taking the lives and livelihoods of thousands of Washingtonians every year. "Prevention and treatment go hand-in-hand. This bill will help save lives, and give doctors, law enforcement
Interested in Madrona Point Future?
Saturday, February 17, 2 p.m., Odd Fellows -- from Peter Fisher -- Peter Fisher photo Interested in Madrona Point’s future? On Saturday, February 17, at 2 p.m., Peter Fisher will show a KOMO-TV4 video clip from 1989 about Madrona Point at Odd Fellows in Eastsound. He will present the
Sheriff’s Report | January 31 – February 6, 2018
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- January 31, 2018 18-000692 Communications Problem 10:20:30 01/31/18 A Deputy responded to a report of Threatening Communications involving a Juvenile. Information was gathered, a report made, and the report was forwarded to Juvenile Services for investigation. 18-000702 Animal Bite 18:01:36 01/31/18 Deputies
UU Fellowship Topic is Boxing and Brain Health
Sunday, February 11, 11:30 a.m., Benson Hall -- from Suzanne Olson -- Please join our Unitarian Universalist Fellowship for a talk about the connection between exercise - specifically boxing - and brain health. Suzanne will lead the discussion and some seated boxing exercise. Bring a water bottle. Art Lange from
