Here’s a thought…
“The propagandist’s purpose is to make one set of people forget that certain other sets of people are human.”
ALDOUS HUXLEY
Orcas Center Rolls Out 17-18 Season
-- by Margie Doyle -- "Whatever we hold as our culture, this is our Center," Orcas Center Board of Trustees President Tom Fiscus said as the new season was "rolled out" last week. Islanders at the Orcas Center on Wednesday Sept. 27 got a sneak preview of the performances and
Speakers Bureau: Poet, Artist Shin Yu Pai Blends Poetry With Visual Arts
Saturday, October 14, 1:30 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Nita Couchman for Orcas Library -- Orcas Island Library and Humanities Washington partner to bring author and visual artist, Shin Yu Pai, to Orcas for free Speakers Bureau event. Orcas Island Library and Humanities Washington invite the community to an engaging conversation
How Acupuncture Can Ameliorate Drug-related Chemical Dependency
Sunday, Oct. 8 at 1 p.m. at Orcas Island Community Church -- by Dr. Vincent Shu -- Dr. Vincent Shu Pain is the most common reason patients are seen in Primary Care Clinics. An estimated 5-8 million American use opioids for long term management of chronic pain with
All Work and No Play – Who, Me?
-- from Rosie Kuhn -- I’m a helper kind of person. It makes me happy to assist others in ways that makes them happy. In my forties, I sailed on a 93 ft schooner for two years. To run such a vessel it takes collaboration and team work. I was
Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee to Meet
Wednesday, October 11, 4 - 5:30 p.m., Deer Harbor Fire Station -- from Anne Marie Shanks for Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee -- The meeting of the Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee, scheduled for Wednesday, October 11 from 4 - 5:30 p.m. at the Deer Harbor Fire Station will focus on the following
“Laff-tober” Arrives with Sunday Classic Comedy Movie Fest
Sundays, October 15, 22, 29, 1 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Tom McDonough -- Get ready to laugh in October (or “Laff-tober”) for the Sunday Classic Comedy Movie Fest October 15, 22, and 29 at 1 p.m. And it’s free. Here’s the lineup: Sunday 10/15/17, 1 pm "Some Like it
Never Too Soon to Prevent Gun Violence
-- from U.S. Congressman Rick Larsen -- Imagine this scenario: during an annual physical exam, your doctor turns to you and says, "I'm sorry, but I have some bad news. You are really sick." Concerned, you ask your doctor what can be done to remedy your illness. And it is
Guest Column | Why Should a Senior Vote for School Bond and Levy?
-- from Paul Losleben -- To those who support the Orcas Island school bond issue, let me add my voice. To those who oppose the school bond issue, let me respectfully address concerns that have been expressed and share my reasons for voting for the levy and the bond issue.
Register Now for #ShakeOut Drill
-- from San Juan County Emergency Management -- It's just two weeks until the 2017 Great Washington Shakeout drill on Thursday, October 19. You can join the growing number of islanders who are preparing for "the big one" by signing up for the Shakeout Drill. So far, nearly 1100 people
Sheriff’s Report | September 27 – October 3, 2017
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- September 27, 2017 17-006896 Theft 08:52:15 09/27/17 A deputy investigated a theft on Orcas Island. Investigation continues. 17-006899 Property Damage, Non Vandalism 11:32:03 09/27/17 A Lopez Island Deputy spoke with a Friday Harbor resident regarding a minor motor vehicle accident, which occurred
Green Home Tour to Provide Innovative Energy-Saving Tips
Saturday, October 7, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. -- from Ryan T. Palmateer for San Juan Islands Conservation District -- Fall is officially here in the San Juans and that means your house might be getting a little chilly. Join us on the Green Home Tour to see some
Come Learn About Voluntary Stewardship Program
Tuesday, October 10, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., Orcas Food Co-op -- from San Juan County Communications -- Come learn about the Voluntary Stewardship Program: Promoting Sustainable Agriculture in San Juan County. Monday, October 9, Lopez Island 5:30-6:30 PM, Lopez Library Tuesday, October 10, Orcas Island 5:30-6:30 PM, Orcas Food Co-op Wednesday,
Can You “Stop the Bleed?” First Responders Offer Training
Wednesday, October 11, 4 - 6 p.m., Orcas School District Cafeteria -- from Orcas Island School District -- Orcas Fire and Rescue will offer training in the OISD Cafeteria on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 from 4-6 p.m. Background: Motivated by the 2012 tragedy in Sandy Hook and multiple tragedies that have
Inslee Statement on Federal Efforts to Restrict Women’s Access to Birth Control
-- from the Office of Governor Jay Inslee -- Gov. Jay Inslee today made a statement regarding the Trump Administration’s move to eliminate the Affordable Care Act’s requirement for health insurers to provide free birth control to women. Access to birth control has reduced unintended pregnancy rates overall and among
Legal Update | County Insurer Settles Four Lawsuits in First Half of 2017
-- from San Juan County Prosecutor Randall Gaylord -- Another Case Headed to the Washington Supreme Court Skagit Judge Will Hear Public Records Lawsuit in November The County’s insurer has negotiated settlements in four cases in the first half of 2017. In each of the four cases, the County denied
Letter to Editor | Thank You, Orcas Island Community
-- from Randy Martin, Director, San Juan Center / Skagit Valley College -- Thank you to the Orcas Island Community on behalf of Skagit Valley College. Our late summer survey has provided bountiful and detailed information helping to identify Orcas Island’s education and training needs. We received 371 responses from
