Here’s a thought…
“Peace is not something we ask for — it’s something we practice, together.”
WALK FOR PEACE
April Poetry | Muse Sleeps In
Muse Sleeps In -- Jackie Bates -- This morning I wake him to help me capture the early spring sunrise. He does not join me on the deck. Does not, alas, steady my hand, choose words for vibrant color, suggest changes in meter or meaning. I return to the house,
EPRC Meets on Thursdsay
Thursday, April 6, 3 - 6 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Colin Maycock -- Eastsound Planning Review Committee Agenda April 6, 2017 Eastsound Fire Station 3 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Welcome and Introductions Additions or Agenda modifications Approval of Minutes: March 2017 - sanjuanco.com/DocumentCenter/View/11769 Public Access/Comment #1 County Council
Hook Up With Annual Bill Yarlott Youth Fishing Derby
Saturday, April 22, 7 a.m., Cascade Lake -- from Orcas Adventures -- Orcas Adventures is proud to sponsor the Bill Yarlott Youth Fishing Derby on opening day of fishing season on Cascade Lake in Moran State Park. Join us for a memorable day on the lake where Rainbow, Kokanee &
Wolf Hollow to Resume Marine Mammal Rehab Program
-- from Amy Saxe-Eyler -- Resuming rehabilitation for harbor seal pups has been a top priority for Wolf Hollow since the temporary suspension of its marine mammal program in 2016, primarily due to a lack of funding. After many months of diligent work to assess facility needs and raise funds, Wolf
Letter to Editor | Vacation Rentals a Cash Cow for San Juan County
-- from Karen J. Key Speck -- Dear San Juan County Councilpersons Hughes, Stephens, Watson I am writing to express opinion on pending changes to the Vacation Rental Permits issued by San Juan County. Recent press indicates that the county planning commission is considering renewal fees for existing legally permitted
Salish Sea Early Music Festival Returns
Thursday, April 13, 7 p.m., Orcas Adventist Fellowship Church -- from Jeffrey Cohen -- The fifth 2017 Salish Sea Early Music Festival performance,THE ART OF MODULATION, features innovative baroque chamber music for flute, two violins and harpsichord featuring "The Art of Modulation" by François André Danican Philidor on Thursday, Apr.
Get the Ball Rolling With Estate Planning, Will
Begins Wednesday, Apr. 12, 1 p.m., Senior Center -- from Arron Redford -- April is Financial Education Month and the Orcas Island Library will be presenting a FREE, multi-week workshop on Wills and Estate Planning at the Orcas Island Senior Center. Many put off doing anything because they don’t know
April Poetry | Sorry, I Don’t Have A Poem Today
Sorry, I Don’t Have A Poem Today -- JoEllen Moldoff -- I don’t even have one syllable of a poem. But I can write air, for its blues and wind and water for its sounds. Unlike the poem I don’t have today a no-sound, no-color, no-idea poem. Sorry, but I
School Board in Special Meeting on Thursday
Thursday, April 6, 12 p.m., School Library -- from Cathy Ferran -- Notice of a Special School Board Meeting 2017-18 Enrollment Assumptions Thursday, April 6, 2017 AGENDA 12:00pm CALL TO ORDER - School Library *1.) Determine enrollment assumptions for development of 2017-18 OISD budget. ADJOURN *Denotes possible board action.
EDC Offers Free Workshop on Communication Skills Using SuperConnectivity™
Wednesday, April 12, 9:15 - 10:15 a.m., Russell's Landing -- from Victoria Compton -- Communication Channel Complexity Effective and powerful communication can help build companies and careers. It’s a critical component of enduring success in today’s competitive business world. Whether a face-to-face conversation or well-written e-mail, a meaningful
NAS Whidbey Rescues Plane Crash Survivors in Olympic National Park
-- from Mike Welding -- A Search and Rescue (SAR) team of six from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island conducted a Search and Rescue operation for a crashed plane in the Olympic National Park. The weekend SAR Alert crew received notification of an airplane crash with survivors in the
Whale Museum Seeks Volunteers at Upcoming Open House
Tuesday, April 11, 5:30 - 7 p.m., The Whale Museum -- from Rebekah Cousins -- The Whale Museum is holding an open house for anyone interested in volunteering. If you have some spare time and are interested in our marine ecosystem, the museum has something for everyone! The program will take
Washington Senators Introduce Bipartisan Washington Internet Privacy Act
-- from Dave Pringle, Senate Democratic Communications -- Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-Orcas Island, and Sen. Joe Fain, R-Auburn, have introduced bipartisan legislation known as the Washington Internet Privacy Act (SB 5919) following a vote of Congress to suspend FCC rules protecting internet privacy. Thirty-two state senators have signed on in
Doe Bay Open Mic Sponsoring Orcas Island Community Foundation in April
-- 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
Life Church Presents Movie “Risen”
Saturday, April 8, 4:30 p.m., Senior Center -- from Carol Kulminski -- Have you asked yourself what might it be like to have walked with the historical Jesus? "Risen" is a 2016 American biblical drama film that details a Roman soldier's search for Jesus' body following his Resurrection. How would
April Poetry | Answering the Call
Answering the Call -- Monica Kezar -- Every other day I have a little conversation with myself as I hike up Turtleback Mountain. Every other day I study the differences from season to season. Every other day I listen for the call. The call comes from high above the trailside Douglas
