Here’s a thought…
“There are two ways to slide easily through life: to believe everything or to doubt everything; both ways save us from thinking.”
ALFRED KORZYBSKI
Another Vege Potluck
Sunday, August 7 at 6 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall -- from Lydia Miller -- This monthly gathering celebrates compassionate, healthy and sustainable plant based lifestyle. Join in on the lively conversation, get inspired, learn something new, come home with recipes, and enjoy yummy food! Everyone is welcome to
Orcas Island Library to Place Levy Measure on November 8 Ballot
-- from Phil Heikkinen -- Construction is underway for the Orcas Island Library expansion. In response to community feedback and long-term evaluation, the Library has added more space, more technology and a larger collection. The expansion will nearly double the size of the Library, including a 30% increase in collection
Sheriff’s Report | July 20 – 26, 2016
July 20, 2016 16-005070 Harassment 00:14:25 07/20/16 A Friday Harbor resident reported his Facebook account being hacked by a female subject that has a restraining order against him. This incident occurred during the weekend of 07/15/16 through 07/18/16 in Friday Harbor. 16-005071 Area Check 00:53:12 07/20/16 A deputy found an
Visit The Waiting Room for Household Items, Furniture
Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, August 7, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Larson Storage Unit #56 -- from Arron Redford -- Do you have a room waiting for the right chair, lamp, rug, pillow or poster? Wait no longer, pay a visit to The Waiting Room, open Saturday, August 6 and Sunday,
State-approved Massage School Comes to Friday Harbor
-- from Richard Davenport -- Friday Harbor School of Massage was approved by The Washington State Board of Massage, and the Workforce Training Board approved the curriculum and program on July 8. The school is officially a state-approved school for training new massage therapists. Currently the closest massage schools are located in Bellingham,
Letter to Editor | Bob Jarman is the Real Deal
-- from Ingrid Gabriel -- As someone who has worked in the political infield both in state and local government, in two states, for over 12 years, I have been through a few election cycles. Having seen my fair share of candidates, I can tell you that most first-time candidates
Canoeists Rescued From Water Near West Beach
-- by Lin McNulty -- Overturned canoe recovered by Coast Guard. On Friday, July 29, at 6:28 a.m., OIFR units were dispatched to a report of an overturned canoe north of Camp Orkila. At the time of the call, it was believed that the boaters may have been in
Wildland Fire Reported Near Golf Course
-- by Lin McNulty -- At 3 p.m. on Thursday, July 28, a resident in the Golf View Estates area reported smoke in the nearby woods. OIFR responded with 19 personnel. Further investigation revealed a 20'x50' fire in heavy timber and old stumps. The tree canopy was not involved. Although the
Multiple Agencies Respond to Decatur Medical Call
-- by Lin McNulty -- On Thursday, July 28, at 12:50 p.m., units from Orcas Fire and Rescue, Airlift Northwest, and San Juan EMS were dispatched to remote Decatur Island to assist with a female patient who was in cardiac arrest. Eight members of the Marine Response Team responded, including two
Madrona Point Insurance Adds New Staff
-- from Michele Wiley -- We are growing again! Judi Madan and I would like to introduce you to our new addition to the team at Madrona Point Insurance located at 365 North Beach #106 (behind Random Howse). Join us in welcoming Alexis Beckley to the staff along with the experience she brings
Plant Problems? We Have Answers
Wednesday, August 3, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Driftwood Nursery -- from Kate Yturri -- The Orcas Master Gardeners will be at Driftwood Nursery next Wednesday, August 3, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. We will be at the Orcas Saturday Market on most Saturdays in August from 10 a.m. -
Pederson Girls Featured at THE GALLERY Through August
Opening Reception Friday, August 5, 5 - 8 p.m., THE GALLERY -- from Kathy Youngren -- The members of THE GALLERY in Eastsound are proud to announce a very special exhibit and sale during the month of August. FEATURING: Anne Pedersen, long time resident and one of the founders of
The Whale Museum’s Lecture Series: Climate Change and Whales
Friday, August 5, 6:30 p.m., The Whale Museum -- from Jenny Atkinson -- The Whale Museum is pleased to welcome Jonathan Stern as part of the 2016 Summer Lecture Series on Friday, August 5 at 6:30 p.m. Jon will present Climate Change and Whales: minke whales, harbor porpoises and agent
OIYCC Descends on Victim Island to Battle a Spurge Laurel Invasion
-- from Mindy Kayle and Izie Janecek -- This week the Orcas Island Youth Conservation Corps began their week at Camp Four Winds, where we boarded a boat and then landed on the rocky shore of Victim Island. The boat was piloted by Mike Smith and his son Noah Smith who safely
Letter to the Editor: This, Too, is Our Village
-- from Janice Wiemeyer -- On Sunday, July 24, my grandson was married at Odd Fellows Hall. He and his now wife are from Salt Lake City as were most of the family and friends. It was a beautiful wedding. But, fifteen minutes before the ceremony, they received a message
Orcas Chamber Music Festival Arrives in August
August 4 - 20, 2016 -- from Linda Slone -- The Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival’s 19th season will be a treat, “the best ever!” with twelve exciting and varied concerts featuring musicians known far and wide. But it’s not just the formal evening concerts – there’s also an information-packed
