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
Orcas Community Resource Center Identifies Local Needs
-- from Sandra Burt, MSW, OCRC Board Secretary -- Last June, the Orcas Community Resource Center (OCRC - then Orcas Family Connections) created a new Board of Directors, and our first mission was to clarify the priority services the Resource Center could realistically and effectively provide. “We must endeavor to stay true
Special Fire Commission Meeting Tomorrow
Friday, May 27, 2:30 p.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Pat Ayers, District Secretary -- Board of Fire Commissioners San Juan County Fire Protection District #2 Meeting Called by: Board of Fire Commissioners Date: May 27, 2016 Time: 2:30 p.m. Location: Public Meeting Room Station #21 45 Lavender Lane Eastsound,
County Asks for Help Reviewing Footprints
-- from San Juan County Communications -- For hundreds of years, humans have used maps for navigating to new worlds, charting unknown locations and recording histories. Today, the county uses building footprints in maps for dispatching emergency responders, planning land use designations, appraising property values and designing proper infrastructure. County
Letter to Editor: Salmonberry Fundraiser a Great Success
-- from Paula Shuman, Chair, Salmonberry Board of Trustees -- The Salmonberry Board of Trustees would like to extend a resounding note of thanks to everyone who made this year’s Annual Fundraiser such a huge success. The amount of affinity and support for the school by Salmonberry Friends and Families was amazing. Although we
Smile: Medical Team International Dental Van Returning
-- from Hilary Canty -- The Medical Teams International (MTI) dental van returns to Orcas on June 3 and 4. Applications are available at www.oicf.us, at the Public Library, and Orcas Community Resource Center. Please drop off applications in the GREEN box marked "Dental Van" outside the library. Previous applicants need to re-apply. Denture
San Juan County Parks’ Drone Policy in Effect
-- from San Juan Communications -- San Juan County has adopted an Unmanned Aircraft System (“drone”) policy for County parks and the fairgrounds. Beginning on February 2, 2016, the launching, landing, or operating of unmanned aircraft systems from or on all San Juan County Parks & Fairgrounds property is prohibited,
“Taming Wild” Comes to Orcas After Equus Film Festival
Thursday, June 2 at 7:30 p.m., Sea View Theatre -- from Elsa Sinclair -- The movie "Taming Wild" is playing at the Sea View Theatre! Having premiered at the Equus Film Festival in New York City, and shown to sold out theaters in Seattle, we are excited to be bringing this
Here They Come: Busy Ferry Weekend Ahead
-- from Washington State Ferries -- WSF expects a record number of ferry travelers this weekend, so please plan ahead if you are visiting the San Juan Islands. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for tall vehicles over 7'2". To make reservations or check schedules, visit: https://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Ferries/TakeaFerry/ or call 206-464-6400. When
Norm Stamper Pens a Book To Improve Policing
-- by Lin McNulty -- [Editor's Note: Think of this as a teaser of what's coming up on Orcas Issues. The story is not yet finished, but with a mindless click of the mouse, someone who should know better hit Publish, rather than Save Draft at exactly the last minute to make
Maurine Talks Books | Fashionable
-- from Maurine Bennett -- Growing up with a fashionable mother who designed and made most of her own clothing (and ours), I had no choice but to adopt a love of textiles, clothing design and sewing from an early age. My alter-ego is a fashion designer, I am quite sure. So
Crow Valley School Museum Ready for Busy Summer
-- from Pegi Groundwater -- With clean windows and swept floors, the Crow Valley School Museum volunteers are ready to open the doors on May 27. The Museum, located at 1668 Crow Valley Road on Orcas Island, will be open 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm every Friday and Saturday until
The Farmer’s Market, Pet Parade, Parking and You
-- from Martha Farish -- This Saturday, May 28, the Farmer's Market (opens at 10am) shares the Village Green with the annual Kaleidoscope Pet Parade (starts at 11am). If lack of parking was your issue for deciding not to attend the market and this charming parade, fear not, help is
Our Representatives Report: Voting Rights Protection
Rep. Larsen Vice-Chairs First Ever Congressional Voting Rights Caucus -- from the office of U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen -- [On Tuesday, May 24], Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined his colleagues in launching the first ever Congressional Voting Rights Caucus—created to protect our nation’s democracy by ensuring that the fundamental right
Polecat Returns to Random Howse
Saturday, May 28, 8 p.m., Random Howse -- from Polecat Music -- Polecat returns to Random Howse on Saturday, May 28th with their brand new album and opener Josh Clausen of Flowmotion! Polecat is widely known around the Northwest for their high energy blend of Americana, Celtic, and World music
Darvill’s Hosts Author Who Kayaked the Inside Passage
Wednesday, June 25, 6 - 7 p.m., Darvill's Bookstore -- from Jenny Pederson -- Take a little trip to the quaint and lovely Darvill’s Bookstore in Eastsound on Orcas Island and join local author Susan Conrad as she shares stories and images from her newly published adventure memoir “Inside: One
Eastsound Water Users Office to Close May 26
-- from Paul Kamin, General Manager EWUA -- Eastsound Water Offices will be closed on Thursday May 26th due a facility maintenance event on the property. This work will also require that our filtered water tap will also be shut off during this day. Phone calls will be forwarded to
