Here’s a thought…
“No one, I mean no one, has the right to sit in judgment of who’s American enough.”
MICHELLE OBAMA
Visit Moran for Free During Two Days in November
Saturday, November 11 and Friday, November 24 -- from Jackie Daigle for Friends of Moran -- Recreation and outdoor enthusiasts have two more opportunities to visit Washington’s state parks for free in 2017. On these free days, day-use visitors will not need a Discover Pass for vehicle access on Saturday,
Senior Center Wants to Hear From You
-- from Sara Boyle for Orcas Senior Center -- The Orcas Senior Center is conducting a study, funded by the Orcas Island Community Foundation, to identify and prioritize the highest unmet needs of those who choose to “age in place” on Orcas. This survey is part of that study, and its
Have You Taken the Eastsound Vision Survey Yet?
--from Paul Kamin -- Sunday November 5th is the last day that Orcas residents have to take or complete the online survey that is posted at EastsoundVision.com. The survey is an initiative of the volunteer Eastsound Planning and Review Committee (EPRC). It has been designed to get community feedback on
Bake Sale Tomorrow to Benefit Odd Fellows Thanksgiving Dinner
Saturday, November 4, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Island Market -- from Bill Gincig -- The Builder’s Club from the Middle School are going to hold a Bake Sale this Saturday, November 4, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Market. They have decided to do this to raise
Katie Loring Appointed to County Superior Court
-- from the office of Governor Jay Inslee -- Kathryn (Katie) Loring Gov. Jay Inslee today [Nov. 3, 2017] announced the appointments of Kathryn (Katie) C. Loring to the San Juan County Superior Court and Ray W. Kahler to the Grays Harbor County Superior Court. Loring replaces Judge
Park and Ride with Rural Character Eases Ferry Commutes
-- by Margie Doyle -- Ribbon-cutting at the new Orcas Village Park and Ride: from left, Jamie Stephens, Nicole McIntosh, Colin Huntemer, Rick Hughes, Mike Thomas, Bill Watson, Russ Harvey, Jesse Douglas-Seitz and, holding the beginning of the ribbon, Richard Fralick The Orcas Village Park and Ride project
Kick Off Holiday Shopping at Emmanuel Holiday Sale
Saturday, November 11, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church -- from Emmanuel Episcopal Parish -- From presents to lights to gift wrap, find what you need for the holidays at Emmanuel Episcopal Church’s second annual Holiday Sale, Saturday, November 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Last year’s sale decorated
Dottie Cornelius to be Guest Speaker at Cancer Survivors Group
Thursday, Nov. 9 at 5 p.m. at the Community Church -- by Sue Lewis -- Dottie Cornelius is a local gal. She is a breast cancer survivor who donates a lot of her time to the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, which is one of the world’s largest
Beer Fest to Close Eastsound Streets on Nov. 11
-- from Cole Sisson for the “Hops on the Rock” Beer Festival-- First annual NovemBEER fest comes to Orcas Island this month In celebration of “NovemBEER”, Orcas Island hosts a weekend of beer events with a Grand Tasting on November 11th. This November 11, we're throwing a Beer
Upcoming Funhouse Parent Workshop
Wednesday, November 8, 6 -7:30 p.m., Funhouse Commons -- from Emilie Gincig for Funhouse Commons -- In September, Trillium Swanson, LMHCA, a youth and adult counselor on Orcas, shared an introduction to the tools and the science behind how parents can reduce conflict with their children through understanding of the
Seattle Folk Duo Performs at Doe Bay
Saturday, November 11, 7 - 10 p.m., Doe Bay Resort -- from Ever Kipp for Doe Bay Music -- Seattle orchestral folk duo March to May will be performing at the Doe Bay Resort on November 11. They have a new LP called Through the Night out now via Northbound
Doe Bay Open Mic Supports Farm to Cafeteria in November
-- 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
Letter to Editor | Volunteer Coaches Make It Possible
-- from Orcas Park and Rec -- Orcas Island Park and Recreation District would like to thank the volunteers for this fall season. Our volunteers dedicated their time throughout the season to spend time with our island youth coaching Flag Football, Pee Wee Soccer, Youth Soccer, and Boy’s Choir. Justin
County Council Hears Good News on Orcas
-- by Margie Doyle, updated Nov. 3 at 9 a.m. -- The Orcas Island meeting of the County Council on Tuesday, Oct. 31 was one of the fastest-paced, information-packed council meetings ever. The agenda items amounted to an Executive Summary of the extensive progress made by Orcas agencies, resulting in
Orcas Girls Travel to San Diego Invitational Sailing Regatta
-- from David Kau for Sail Orcas -- [metaslider id=56211] Over October 21st and 22nd, four girls from the Orcas Island High School Sailing team travelled down to San Diego to compete in the Pacific Coast Interscholastic Sailing Association’s Annual Girls Invitational Regatta, hosted at the San Diego Yacht Club
Hearing on Proposed Expansion to Xylene at Anacortes Refinery
-- from Katie Fleming for Friends of the San Juans -- Community activists and representatives from many environmental organizations including Stand.earth, RE Sources for Sustainable Communities, Evergreen Islands, and Friends of the San Juans will testify at an upcoming public hearing on a Shoreline Substantial Development Permit for the Andeavor
