Here’s a thought…
“No one, I mean no one, has the right to sit in judgment of who’s American enough.”
MICHELLE OBAMA
State Parks Remain Open Friday, June 30
-- from Washington State Parks -- Gov. Inslee has asked State Parks to remain open Friday, June 30. The governor recognizes that budget negotiations are causing significant disruptions to state agencies and the people they serve. Legislators have committed to the governor they will deliver a budget in time for
Body Found in Water Identified as Canadian Man
-- from Brent Johnson, Undersheriff -- On June 29, 2017 the San Juan County Sheriffs Office was called in reference to a deceased male found floating in the water near dock "J" at Roche Harbor. A passerby was walking along the main dock when the body was noticed and 911
Theater Arts Campers Learn to Turn Junk and Trash to Music
-- by Michèle Griskey -- Orcas Summer Theater Arts Camp participants had the unique opportunity to work with Paul Snider, a singer/songwriter/actor from Vancouver, who also builds musical instruments from junk. Snider shared his experience with the campers at a master class at Orcas Center on Thursday. He was inspired to
Surrendered, Set Free, and a Second Chance
Tuesday, July 4, 6 p.m., Orcas Community Church -- by Carol Kulminski -- “Over seven years ago my beloved 66-year-old mother died from kidney failure. She was morbidly obese and struggled with many ailments including Diabetes. The harsh reality is that my mom ate herself to death and I was
Go Orcas! Coupon Book Offers Savings
-- from Susan Anderson for Children's House -- Orcas Island Children’s House is selling coupon books, featuring more than $500 in discounts offered by local businesses. Go Orcas! includes nearly 75 coupons (valid until June 2018) featuring savings on dining, entertainment, recreation, retail/gifts, lodging and services. Priced at $20 each,
PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center Recognized With National Quality Award
-- from Bev Mayhew for PeaceHealth -- PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center in Friday Harbor, Wash. was recognized with a Premier, Inc. QUEST® High-value Citation of Merit for 2017 at Premier’s annual Breakthroughs Conference and Exhibition on June 27, 2017. QUEST is a national quality improvement collaborative of approximately 350 hospitals
Matthew Laslo Brings Magic to Sea View
June 30, July 1 and July 2 at 7:30 at the Sea View Theatre -- from LasloMagic.com -- Matthew Laslo It’s going to be a magical weekend on Orcas Island when Matthew Laslo takes to the stage at the Sea View Theatre for a three-night engagement of his
Brass Patriots Band Coming to Village Green
Thursday, July 6 12:30 p.m., Village Green -- from Jim Biddick -- The Brass Patriots is the 16-member contingency of the 133rd Army Band, CW3 Scott Pierson Commanding, which is a premier military music ensemble consisting of roughly 50 Citizen-Soldier musicians. The Brass Patriots perform formal and ceremonial music as
Friends of San Juans Offer Stuart Island Trip to Students
Wednesday, July 19, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Leaving from Friday Harbor -- from Katie Fleming for Friends of the San Juans -- Students in grades 9-12 are invited to join Friends of the San Juans on a free, fun, and informative boat trip (students entering 9th grade in the fall
NT Live’s Visually Stunning Production of Salomé at Orcas Center
Thursday, July 6, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Center -- The National Theatre production of Salomé is broadcast live to Orcas Center Thursday, July 6 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are very scarce for the production at the Old Vic Theatre in London –so for many
Dead Man’s Cell Phone: Our “Devices” Have a (Weird) Life of Their Own
-- A review by Margie Doyle -- [metaslider id=52469] It's a puzzle, a tapestry and very much a hoot! "Dead Man's Cell Phone" opened to a capacity crowd at Orcas Center's Black Box last night, rewarding the audience with quick-paced commentary on love and connections in a slick, enthralling production,
Lahari Launches Transportation Program
-- from Lahari -- Have you ever thought about what would happen if driving yourself around the Island is no longer an option? How would you continue to maintain your independence so that you could continue with your daily routines? Who would you turn to for assistance? People often look to friends or relatives
Orcas Man Paddles His Way To Alaska, Alone, On A Standup Paddleboard
-- from Northwest Public Radio -- Here's what your sporty friends should be talking about today. An Orcas Island, Washington, man is the first person to complete the Race to Alaska on a standup paddleboard. He stroked 750 miles solo from Port Townsend up the Inside Passage, crossing the finish
NAS Whidbey Rescues Man in Okanogan Mountains
-- from Mike Welding, Whidbey Naval Air Station -- A Search and Rescue (SAR) team from Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island rescued a 59-year-old man on Snag Tooth Ridge in the Okanogan Mountains Monday evening, June 22, 2017. NAS Whidbey’s SAR unit departed from the base just before 8
Ferries Updates Walk-on Loading Procedure
-- from Washington State Ferries -- In an effort to promote consistent boarding procedures and to align the timing of passenger and vehicle/bicycle loads, WSF updated procedures at those terminals where walk-on passengers board via overhead walkways. The intent of the change is to synchronize the raising of the overhead
OPAL Hosting Picnic, Rally for Affordable Housing at Village Green
Wednesday, July 12, 5 p.m., Village Green -- from Judy Whiting for OPAL -- Red and white checkered posters are popping up around town to announce OPAL’s summer picnic and rally – “Let’s Hear It for Affordable Housing!” – on Wednesday, July 12, beginning at 5 p.m. on The
