Here’s a thought…
“Nothing limits intelligence more than ignorance; nothing fosters ignorance more than one’s own opinions; nothing strengthens opinions more than refusing to look at reality.”
SHERI S. TEPPER
Crab, Costumes at Upcoming Yacht Club Feed
Thursday, October 19, 6 p.m., West Sound Community Hall -- from Burke Thomas, Yacht Club Vice Commodore -- The Annual Crab Feed dinner and costume party is coming up fast. Thursday October 19, 6 p.m. at the West Sound Community Hall. Tickets are $25 whole crab and $17 half crab.
Learn About Legacy Gifts in Upcoming Workshop
Thursday, October 12, 5 - 6:30 p.m., Orcas Senior Center -- from Hilary Canty for Orcas Island Community Foundation -- Are you interested in learning more about the tools and options for making legacy gifts? The Orcas Island Community Foundation invites you to an educational hour with OICF’s investment manager
WSF Looking For Your Photos in Twitter Contest
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Mural of the Kalakala in Port Angeles Got a unique, striking or interesting photo that includes at least one of our ferries? We want to see it… and anyone who looks at our upcoming Winter 2018 printed sailing schedule may see it
Mozart’s “Die Zauberflöte” — Humorous Fairy Tale, Fantasy
Sunday, October 15, 1 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Center -- A scene from Mozart’s “Die Zauberflöte.”Photo: Cory Weaver/Metropolitan OperaTaken during the dress rehearsal at the Metropolitan Opera on September 16, 2009. Orcas Center presents the New York Met’s revival of "Die Zauberflöte" by
Letter to Editor | We’re Supporting School Bond and Levy
-- from Randall K. Gaylord and Marny Gaylord -- I am voting “Yes” on both the Orcas School District bond and levy in the November election. The bond is for necessary improvement of the buildings. The levy will pay for the field improvements in just six years. The new design preserves
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
