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
Blessing of the Animals Returns to Emmanuel Parish
-- from Father Berto Gándara-Perea -- Blessing of the Animals in observance of St. Francis Day, 2014 The feast of Francis of Assisi is on October 4th. We at Emmanuel Episcopal Parish invite you to join us on the labyrinth to give thanks for the gift of our
Give Input on Comp Plan 2036 Update at Upcoming Pop-ups and Workshops
-- from San Juan County Communications -- The Department of Community Development will be hosting events to solicit public input on the County’s Comprehensive Plan vision, values, and priorities. The public is encouraged to attend our Pop-Up Studios and Community Workshops. Community input is vital to ensure that the Vision
Funhouse Commons Brings Eleventh Annual College Counseling Event
Tuesday - Wednesday, October 3 - 4, 6 p.m., Orcas School Library -- from Emilie Gincig for Funhouse Commons -- Funhouse Commons and Orcas Island High School are teaming up for the annual post-high school “Futures Fair” for Orcas Island high school students Tuesday, October 3 through Thursday, October 5.
Letter to Editor | Gratitude From IRHI to OICF
-- from Greg Ayers, MD; Katy Breazeal; Carolyn Fiscus, CNM; and Mary Garcia, LPN -- Island Reproductive Health Initiative member, Jean Henigson, and Teen Representative, Ewan Lister applaud Hilary Canty, Orcas Island Community Foundation executive director. We write this to express our appreciation to the Orcas Island Community Foundation
Airport Begins Tree Removal Across Mt. Baker Road, South of Runway
-- from Tony Simpson for Orcas Airport -- In an effort to maintain the safety of the flying public and airport, tree removal has begun on Port of Orcas property located South of Mt Baker Road, East of Lover's Lane, North of the Saw Shop and Enchanted Forest Road and
Skagit Valley College Foundation Announces New Endowed Scholarship
-- from Skagit Valley College -- Pictured (L to R): Pam Davis, Development and Donor Relations Manager; Anne Clark, Vice President of Advancement & Executive Director of SVC Foundation; Tanya Young, Shayla’s daughter; and Dr. Tom Keegan, President of Skagit Valley College. Skagit Valley College Foundation is honored
Airhawks Flying Club Forms on Orcas
-- from Bob Waunch for Airhawks Flying Club -- The Airhawks Flying Club has just been formed. To start, the Club has a beautiful almost new two-seat aircraft (a C-162) but the Club plans to add an additional four-seat aircraft as soon as possible. The aircraft will be available for
One Week Left to Vote; 2,000 Signatures To Go
-- from San Juan County Land Bank -- Which of the 47 designs will be the inaugural San Juan Islands license plate? The specialty license plate will generate funds for the conservation and stewardship of natural, agricultural, historic and cultural resources in the San Juan Islands. To date over 1,000
September 30 is National Public Lands Day; Visit State Parks for Free
-- from Jacqueline Daigle for Friends of Moran -- On Saturday, Sept. 30, the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission invites people to celebrate National Public Lands Day with a free visit to Washington’s state parks. Day-use visitors will not need a Discover Pass to visit state parks. You are invited to the
Sheriff’s Report | September 13 -19, 2017
-- from San Juan County Sheriff's Office -- September 13, 2017 17-006511 Accident-NonInj 14:28:54 09/13/17 A Deputy in Friday Harbor received a report of a traffic collision. The investigation showed that two vehicles backed up and collided with each other in the roadway. A state accident report was taken and
Homeland Security Confirms Russian Hackers Unsuccessfully Targeted WA State Election System
-- from WA Secretary of State's Office -- Representatives from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today officially informed Washington Secretary of State Kim Wyman that Russian hackers attempted to access Washington state election systems prior to the 2016 General Election – and failed. Wyman, the state’s chief elections officer,
History Matinee: Coast Salish Women and Cross-Cultural Marriages
-- from Carol Kulminski for the Orcas Island Historical Museum -- Author Candace will speak on the Salish women whose marriages impacted island history Candace Wellman, author of the book Peace Weavers, is the presenter at the History Matinee sponsored by the Orcas Island Historical Museums on Sunday,
School Board Will Meet on Tuesday
Tuesday, September 26, 5 p.m., Orcas School Library -- from Orcas School District -- Orcas Island School Board will meet in a special meeting, Tuesday, September 26 at 5 p.m., in the School Library. Following is the agenda: CALL TO ORDER – REGULAR MEETING – SCHOOL LIBRARY 1. Pledge of
Whale Museum Summer Lecture Series Continues
Tuesday, September 26, 6:30 p.m., The Whale Museum -- from Tracie Merrill for The Whale Museum -- On September 26, Dr. Brad Hanson from NOAA’s Northwest Fisheries Science Center (NWFSC) will present on the research he has been conducting on Southern Resident killer whales. The lecture will take place at 6:30
Reclaim the Rock — an Orcas Center First
Saturday, September 23, 1 - 7 p.m., Orcas Center's Live Music Outback Stage Crowd-waving preceded the dancing as the Orcas Rec benefit concert 'reclaims the rock' seven years ago "Reclaim the Rock," aka Silly Season Cessation Soiree, is a mini-music festival outdoors behind Orcas Center, at Orcas Center's
Orcas Library Seeking New Trustee
-- from Orcas Island Public Library -- The Orcas Island Public Library is seeking a new trustee to begin serving a five-year term on January 1, 2018. Review of applications will begin on October 20, 2017. The board comprises five members who plan the direction of library services, make sure
