Here’s a thought…
“Drama is life with the dull bits cut out.”
ALFRED HITCHCOCK
Celebrate “Voluntourism” in the San Juan Islands
-- from Amy Nesler, San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau -- Have fun with environmental art at the SJIMA, Great Island Beach Clean-ups and lots of fun for kids. Did you know that April is National Volunteer Month? Spend a day or more giving back to the natural places we all
Community Forum to Outline, Discuss Next Bond Levy
Thursday, March 30, 5:30 p.m., Orcas School Cafeteria -- from Eric Webb -- I would like to take a moment to once again thank the wonderful supporters of Orcas Island Public Schools and their tremendous show of encouragement throughout the Phase III Bond process. Our next step in the School
Islander Participates In A Great American Tradition
-- by Ayn Gailey -- San Juan County Spelling Bee representatives from left to right: Marcia King, Emma Mughal (both from San Juan) and Gray Gailey (Orcas). Photo: Isabella Douglas There are no banners or sandwich signs rooting for them, but we are just as proud of our
An Invitation to Participate in Shaping the Future of Eastsound
-- from Jeff Otis -- How important is the future of Eastsound to you? What will Eastsound be like in twenty years? What role would you like to play in answering that question? Should Eastsound evolve on its own in accordance with existing regulations and whatever market forces are brought
Letter to Editor | Thank You, Orcas
-- from Leif -- Dear Orcas, this last Blood Drive, Thursday, Mar. 16 again set records. We had 87 donors register, including 13 first timers, and some as well who were unable to donate, but we really appreciate you for trying. The first time evaluations are chancy but it’s how
Connection Amid Conflict and Chaos? Impossible, You Say?
Sunday, March 26, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m., Emmanuel Parish Hall -- from Sharon Abreu -- Our current political situation is generating so much fear, anger, conflict and chaos, that it can shatter our ability to connect with other people in a positive, empathic way -- especially those we disagree with.
Stubborn and Pissed Off – Who Me?
-- from Rosie Kuhn -- Carly I'm working with a young woman, Carly, who is 15 years old. Her parents asked me to work with her because she is really frustrating to live with. They said she always seems to be unhappy, and her attitude is one of 'pissed-off-smarty-pants.' She
Spring Clay Café Coming Soon
Sunday, April 2, 2 - 5 p.m., High School Art Room -- from Geri & David Turnoy -- Come one, come all…to the Clay Café…on Sunday, Apr. 2 from 2-5 p.m. in the High School Art Room. Choose from a wide variety of bisqueware (plates, bowls, mugs, vases, teapots, and
Building Advisory Council Requests Public Input on Tiny House Proposal
Wednesday, March 22, 6:30 - 9 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Richard Russell -- The Building Advisory Council of San Juan County is seeking interested community members to review the Tiny House Proposal and comment on its potential uses: Affordable Housing Accessory Housing Senior Housing Optional Housing The BAC Tiny
Notification of San Juan Republicans Lincoln Day Events
Saturday, March 25, 12:30 p.m., American Legion -- from Nathan Butler, Chair SJC Republican Party -- The San Juan County Republican Party will be having its annual Lincoln Day Event on three islands: a light luncheon on Orcas Island at the American Legion Post #93 on the 25th of March, and
Library Parking Lot Closure
-- from Martin Arnold -- The Library parking lot will be closed all day Monday, Mar. 20. Patrons can access the Library on foot at the north end [Rose Street] via the path through the little park and at the south end via the path from Islanders Bank's parking lot.
It’s A Tie!
-- from Madie Murray -- Which one do you like best? The Orcas Island Food Bank Board is stumped! Between the six options available the first time, these two logos tied for first, so everyone gets another chance! We're sure you have an opinion, so just click on the
Open House at Wolf Hollow Includes Baby Shower
Saturday, April 1, 11-3 p.m., Wolf Hollow -- from Shona Aitken -- Don’t miss this opportunity to tour our facility, meet staff and board members and learn more about the work carried out at your local wildlife rehabilitation center. If you’d like to bring a gift for the young wild
Sheriff’s Report | March 8 – 14, 2017
March 8, 2017 17-001248 Accident-HitRun 08:24:25 03/08/17 A Deputy was dispatched to possible Hit and Run Unattended in Friday Harbor. After further investigation the driver was cited for Negligent Driving in the Second Degree. 17-001252 Accident-Injury, Traffic 13:03:23 03/08/17 A Deputy was dispatched to unknown injury collision in Friday Harbor.
State Asks Navy for Health Impact Assessment on Jet Noise
-- from Maryon Attwood, Citizens of Ebey's Reserve -- As a result of Citizens of Ebey’s Reserve’s (COER’s) complaint actions, noise as a public health issue, has moved up on state priorities for protecting and preventing auditory and non-auditory health impacts on children in schools throughout Washington. After a unanimous
Community Contributions Prove School Music Matters
-- from Catherine Pederson, Music Advocacy Group -- YES! SCHOOL MUSIC DOES MATTER – to the over 100 members of our community who responded to the Music Advocacy Group 20th Anniversary School Benefit Concert fund raising appeal. MAG’s letter, published in Orcas Issues last week, expressed thanks to the community for
