Here’s a thought…
“Peace is not something we ask for — it’s something we practice, together.”
WALK FOR PEACE
Orcas Bear Captured
-- by Lin McNulty -- Orcas Issues contacted Sheriff Ron Krebs this evening to verify that that our Orcas Island black bear has been captured and removed from the island. The bear was taken off island on the 5 p.m. sailing to Anacortes. Details are still unknown until the Sheriff's Office
Time to Register for Kings Football
-- from Kim Ihlenfeldt for Orcas Park and Rec -- Orcas Park and Rec is offering another year of Kings Tackle Football. The 2017 season will begin with practices starting Jul. 31. League play for ages 6 through 14 are divided as Pee Wees, aged 6-8; Midgets, aged 9-10; Juniors, aged
Cancer Survivorship Group Meeting Postponed
-- from Sue Lewis -- Due to many travelers in our group, we are postponing the Cancer Survivorship Group meeting from this week to next week on Thursday, Jun. 15 at 5 p.m.. We will meet as usual in the Fireside Room of the Community Church. We would be so
Doe Bay Supports Teens in Public Service in June
Thursday Evenings, 7:30 p.m., Doe Bay Café -- 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
Three-day Restival at Orcasong Farm
Friday - Sunday, June 23-25, Orcasong Farm -- from Ashley Collins for Orcasong Farm -- Come join us for the first Restival on Orcas Island, three days of Yoga, Meditation, Sound Healing, Herbalism, and Movement Workshops. In the evenings listen to beautiful, soulful music by OmTara, Pepper Proud, and Peia
Workshop to Explore Biomass as Energy Source
Saturday, June 24, 12 - 3 p.m., San Juan Island Grange -- from Cailin Mackenzie for Northwest Natural Resource Group -- Renewable energy from woody biomass can be an empowering strategy for forest owners in the San Juans to reduce woody biomass, improve forest health, and generate income. Northwest Natural Resource Group
Artworks, Catkin Invite You to Ice Cream Social
Sunday, June 18 12 - 2 p.m., Orcas Island Artworks -- from James Hardman -- The Orcas Island Artworks and Catkin Cafe cordially invite you to our Ice Cream Social, Sunday, Jun. 18 from 12 - 2 p.m. Ice cream, live music, artist demonstrations, face painting and more. This is a
Flights to Canada from Friday Harbor Inaugurated
--- by Paige Cornwell of the SeattleTimes.com -- North America’s shortest scheduled international flight — less than 20 minutes — will soon take off daily from Friday Harbor Airport and land in Victoria, Canada. Friday Harbor, on San Juan Island, and Victoria, on Vancouver Island, are only 20 miles from
OPALCO No Longer Accepting CenturyLink Payments
-- from Suzanne Olson of OPALCO -- Since 1994, OPALCO has been accepting CenturyLink payments in its office locations and in drop boxes throughout the County as a service to the Co-op membership. CenturyLink has informed OPALCO that this type of bill collection program is no longer cost-effective for their
OASIS Students Graduate on Saturday
Saturday, June 10, 2 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall -- from Anne Ha for OASIS Alternative School -- Come celebrate the accomplishments of our OASIS Alternative School graduates. This year we recognize local students Adia Dolan, Avigayil Klein, James McCaull, and Robert McCaull, as well as Jameson Cook, Josée Pacheco,
Cob Oven Pizza Night at Orcasong Farm
Every other Wednesday, beginning June 14, 6 - 8:30 p.m., Orcasong Farm -- from Ashley Collins for Orcasong Farm -- Come enjoy our cob oven pizza with fresh veggies from our garden. Listen to our guest speakers on ecology, sustainability, and the natural world while taking in the beautiful gardens
Letter to Editor | “Food For Thought” Fundraiser Says Thanks
-- from Janet Brownell for Orcas Island Education Foundation -- The Orcas Island Education Foundation would like to thank all of the guests who attended our Jun. 3 “Food for Thought” fundraiser. All of you gave generously in support of our public schools. Because of your generosity, you are helping
Get Your Creative Juices Flowing–Trashion Fashion at the Fair
-- from Ashley King for San Juan County Parks & Fair -- It’s time to start thinking about your fabulous Fair Fashion--that’s Trashion Fashion to be exact. The Trashion Fashion Show will be Saturday Aug.19th at 5 p.m. on the Main Stage--and we just couldn't let her leave.....the lovely Francie
Facility Manager Sought for Canoe Island
-- from Connie H. Jones for Canoe Island French Camp -- Canoe Island French Camp is looking for a motivated, experienced individual to manage the facilities and grounds of 45-acre private Canoe Island between Shaw and Lopez islands with multiple buildings and infrastructure. This position is an integral part of the
Our Bear Continues to Move Freely About the Island
-- by Lin McNulty -- A new image of the Orcas Black Bear was recently sent to Orcas Issues from Charlie Binford. San Juan County Sheriff's Office reports that the Department of Fish & Wildlife will be back on-island today, Monday, to attempt capture.
Pod Nods Return to Whale Museum
-- from Tracie Merrill for The Whale Museum -- Pod Nod overnight marine adventures return this summer to The Whale Museum. These popular “pajama party” sleepovers are geared for children ages 6 to 11 and will be held on the following Fridays: June 30, July 28, and August 25. Pod
