Here’s a thought…
“Peace is not something we ask for — it’s something we practice, together.”
WALK FOR PEACE
Ribbon Will Soon Be Cut for New Deer Harbor Bridge
Tuesday, March 7, 2 p.m., Deer Harbor Bridge -- from John Van Lund -- Ribbon cutting and speeches will take place at the bridge site. This is an outdoor event, so please dress accordingly. 2:00 Introduction - Brian Vincent/San Juan County 2:05 - 2:15 Speakers: (2-3 min/ea) Rick Hughes/San Juan
Flotsam & Jetsam | It’s Still Pretty, I Suppose
— a semi-regular humor column by Maurice Austin — Back in November, when we had that first really good gully-washer of the season, I remember chatting with a couple islanders about the coming winter, and both of them mentioned something about the almanac, and that it predicted it would be
Ranker on Immigration Rights, Outdoor Preschool, Education
-- from Dave Pringle, Senator Ranker's Office -- The Washington State Senate holds a Pro Forma Session, Jan. 27, 2017. Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-Orcas Island, released this statement [Monday]: Protecting Immigrants' Rights Our values tell us to cherish and accept all people and protect the most vulnerable in
Recount Requested in Orcas Island School Bond Proposition
Friday, March 3, 8:30 a.m., Elections Office -- from San Juan County Communications -- On Monday morning, Feb. 27, the San Juan County Elections Office received an application for a manual recount of the Orcas Island School District #137 bond measure that was on the February 14 Special Election ballot.
Volunteers Needed for Village Green Rock Party
-- from Ashley King, San Juan County Parks -- Have you been by the Green lately? We are hoping that the latest re-seeding (completed by volunteers this past fall) will produce lovely grass for an exciting season ahead. Before that season kicks off this Spring, specifically before the first mowing
Guest Opinion | My Visit to a Detention Center
-- from Bill Buchan -- A few weeks ago when our "so-called" President sprung his seven Muslim country travel ban on our nation on a Friday afternoon, I woke up very angry at 4 a.m. on the following Sunday morning, thinking of ways that I could meaningfully protest this action.
Something to Intrigue Everyone at Art Exhibition
-- from Diane Martindale -- The three new exhibitions opening March 4 at the San Juan Islands Museum of Art truly are for everyone who loves working with wood, painters, bookworms, collectors of odd objects in the forest, and those who care about forest destruction and erosion. Morse Clary, a
International Women’s Day Comes to Orcas, March 8
-- from Michele Bane -- The Policial Action and Civic Engagement (PACE) Action Team of the Orcas Women's Coalition (OWC) presents a community-wide celebration of women on March 8, 2017, in honor of International Women's Day. We welcome the island's participation in a variety of events: From 3:00-5:00 PM, San Juan
It Might Take Two to Tango, But All Invited to Learn
Monday, March 6, 7 - 9 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Bill Gincig -- Local instructors are again offering their community dance class on Monday, Mar. 6, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall. We will be offering Tango and are honored to have Stan and
Eastsound Planners Hear from Public Works, Visioners, and Waterfront Developers
Thursday, March 2, 3 - 5 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station At its regularly scheduled monthly meeting, following the Approval of Minutes (for February 2017- sanjuanco.com/DocumentCenter/View/11497) and public comments, the Eastsound Planning Review Committee (EPRC) will consider: 1. SJCDPW update – Colin Huntemer; (30 minutes) Prune Alley Update Madrona
You Can Put Your Faith in That
-- from Rosie Kuhn -- All day long we process and interpret patterns and momentary snapshots of life, in order to make meaning. Tarot cards, astrology, economic forecasting, political unrest, weather patterns, a grumpy barista, getting up on the wrong side of the bed - each of us are continually
Funhouse Mentor Program Fun, Rewarding
-- from Sarah McKay -- Haley Winchell first heard about the Funhouse Mentor Program through word of mouth, and was immediately intrigued at the prospect of being a mentor. As she explained, “I’ve always wanted to volunteer in a program like Big Brothers, Big Sisters, but never was in one
Governor Spotlights Threats to Washington’s Economy and Natural Resources from Invasive Species
-- from Susan Zemek, Office of the Governor -- OLYMPIA – Gov. Jay Inslee declared the week of Feb. 26 as Invasive Species Awareness Week in Washington State, noting that invasive species cost the United States more than $137 billion annually in crop damage, loss of fish, and damage to
Deer Harbor Bridge Almost a Done Deal
-- from John Van Lund -- No newsletter this week. Minor cleanup will take place next week followed by hydroseeding and mailbox installation. A flyer and agenda for the ribbon cutting for 2:00 PM Tuesday March 7th will be sent out next week. There will not be a reception in
Sheriff’s Report | February 15 – 21, 2017
February 15, 2017 17-000853 Welfare Check 06:03:39 02/15/17 A Deputy responded to a Lopez Island residence on for a firearms complaint. It was determined a woman pointed a loaded gun at her ex-husband. The Deputy took the perpetrator into custody for a mental health evaluation. An investigation is being conducted
Orcas Island Community Gospel Choir with Stephen Newby
Saturday - Sunday, March 4 - 5, Orcas Island Community Church -- from Meredith Griffith -- This March, islanders are invited to join a weekend to sing with the Orcas Island Community Gospel Choir, led by returning composer/conductor Dr. Stephen Newby of Seattle Pacific University. “The last time Dr. Newby visited,
