Here’s a thought…
“The further a society drifts from truth, the more it will hate those who speak it.”
GEORGE ORWELL
Aromatherapy for Fido and Felix: A “Make and Take” Class
May 12th, 9:30-11 a.m. -- by Stacy Romillah -- We all want our pets to feel the best that can, and when they suffer, we suffer! Essential Oils are a potent natural medicine we can use to safely improve the quality of life for our furry family members. Here’s what
Guest Column: Let’s Talk Tourism
-- by Barbara Marrett for the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau -- The first week in May is National Travel & Tourism Week, created to champion the power of travel to enhance communities across the country by contributing to the local economy and overall quality of life. In the past,
Fire and Rescue District States Policy re: Chief Investigation
-- from Marla Johns, Public Information Officer for the Orcas Fire and Rescue District -- The results of an internal review of former Chief Miklos Preysz, performed by Consultants from Bellingham Mediation and Consulting group, were recently released to the public following a public records request. It is not the
OPAL Recaps Busy Year, Honors Lisa Byers at Annual Meeting
-- by Judy Whiting for OPAL Community Land Trust -- Celebrating Lisa Byers’ 20th year as OPAL’s executive director are (left to right) OPAL co-founder and trustee Penny Sharp Sky, Lisa Byers, returning trustee Helen Bee, and newly elected trustee Ann Bertino. Following a recap of OPAL Community
Give Where You Live!
-- from Hilary Canty, Executive Director, Orcas Island Community Foundation-- The Annual Community Grants Program has gone live and is available on-line. Go to www.giveorcas.org to view the 24 proposals vetted and approved by the Orcas Island Community Foundation Grant Committee. There is a full range of opportunities supporting the
Woof Woof Moo Meow: or File Now for Mayor of Eastsound
Call for entries -- from Susan Anderson, Director Children's House -- Children’s House is seeking one or two more candidates and sponsors for Honorary Mayor of Eastsound. The race -- featuring five local pets -- is an annual “fun”raiser benefiting the school’s toddler and preschool program. The race is all
April Poetry | Lin McNulty
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate and highlight our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to again offer daily poetry during April. All that it can be... -- Lin McNulty -- It’s your name that rides my breath. That single, solitary syllable
Come to the Montessori Garden Party
-- from Teresa Chocano for Orcas Montessori School, updated April 28 at 8 p.m. -- You want to come... the kids want you to come... so COME to the Orcas Montessori School Garden Party this Saturday Orcas Montessori School will host its annual Spring Garden Party and Auction
Granny’s Attic Sale is Here!
-- from Arron Redford, Manager, Orcas Senior Center Antiques, kitchen ware, sporting goods, furniture, collectibles, and innumerable other interesting items are overflowing from the Orcas Senior Center in preparation for Granny’s Attic rummage sale, this Saturday, April 30, 10am-3pm. The window for donating items has closed, but if you want
Guest Opinion: Why You Should Vote in the Democratic Primary
-- by David Turnoy -- You already voted your presidential preference on March 26, the Democratic Party does not assign presidential delegates from the results of its primary but instead uses the caucus in which you already participated, so why should you mail in your vote in the Democratic Party
Fire & Rescue Board to Hold Work Meeting
Thursday, April 28 at 5:30 pm at the Eastsound Fire Hall -- from Pat Ayers for the Orcas Board of Fire Commissioners -- This is intended to be a “working session.” The commissioners expect that there will be no opportunity for public comment. Commissioner Heinmiller is expected to attend telephonically.
April Poetry | JoEllen Moldoff
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate and highlight our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to again offer daily poetry during April. Under A Yellow Sky -- JoEllen Moldoff -- Under a yellow sky paint one pony. Add some oaks dark in
Student Art Show Comes to Orcas Center
-- from Geri Turnoy -- See budding Picassos and Van Goghs at the Orcas Student Art Show Prepare to be Dazzled at the Orcas Student Art Show! Where are you going to be in the afternoon to early evening on Thursday, May 5th? Well, we hope you will
Hi Stickney Passes
-- from Penny Hawkes -- Penny Hawkes and Hi Stickney Hiram (Hi) Stickney passed peacefully on April 10th, 2016 with his partner Penelope (Penny) Hawkes and her son Stan by his side. Following a family memorial there will be a community celebration of Hi’s life later in the
Random Howse: The Brothers Reed on Tour
Wednesday, May 4, 7 p.m., Random Howse -- from Philip Rees -- Southern Oregon Folk/Americana group The Brothers Reed will be on tour from April 30-May 24 to promote their sophomore album release ‘Monster in My Head’. On Wednesday, May 4, they bring their songs to Random Howse. The sibling
April Poetry | Didier Gincig
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate and highlight our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to again offer daily poetry during April. Kayaking in the Liquid Painting -- Didier Gincig -- Kayaking in the liquid painting in the place of the porpoises
