Here’s a thought…
“There is one tradition in America I am proud to inherit. It is our first freedom and the truest expression of our Americanism: the ability to dissent without fear. It is our right to utter the words, “I disagree”.”
NATALIE MERCHANT
Students March for Earth Day
-- by Margie Doyle -- [metaslider id=43362] Orcas School students K-12 took to the streets in Eastsound to honor and acknowledge our beloved planet on this overcast, drippy Earth Day.
Park and Rec Gears Up for a Stupendous Season
--by Margie Doyle -- Orcas Park and Rec holds Minnor League practice in Buck Park Orcas Island Park and Recreation District is a rambunctious six-year old with “rejiggered” programs and administration, in the words of its Director, Marcia West. New events are happening daily , plans for revitalizing
Call to Artists: Film Festival Calls for Short Film Scripts
-- from Shannon Borg for the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau -- Orcas Island Film Fest, Oct. 7-10, 2016 Films inspired by the San Juan Islands will be screened at the 3rd annual Orcas Island Film Festival, October 7 – 10, 2016. The Orcas Island Film Festival (OIFF),
Editorial: Trust Me, You Should Have Been There
-- by Margie Doyle -- That's the message implicit in all the reporting we do for Orcas Issues. Our reports, whether on a theater event, an infrastructure crisis, a non-profit campaign, or government meetings, convey to you the important, rewarding and challenging aspects of life on Orcas Island and in
April Poetry | Laurel Rust
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. AFTER THE SUDDEN DEATH OF A FRIEND, I TRAVEL TO MEXICO for Nathan Tyler -- Laurel Rust -- I left
WSU Names New Director of County Extension
-- from San Juan County Communications -- Washington State University has chosen Dr. Brook Brouwer as the new county director for San Juan County. Dr. Brouwer received his PhD from WSU in crop and soil sciences. His dissertation was on plant breeding for regional food systems in Western WA. The
Third Annual BirdFest Will Celebrate Wildlife in the San Juans
April 29, 30 & May 1, Orcas Island -- from Lance Evans, Chamber of Commerce -- The Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce is presenting its Third Annual Bird & Wildlife Festival on April 29 – May 1, 2016. The Festival offers activities sure to please all who enjoy the birds
Salmonberry School Spring Festival to Feature May Pole
Tuesday, April 28, 12:45 to 3:30 p.m., Salmonberry School -- from Mandy Troxel -- Salmonberry School would like to invite you to our Spring Festival and May Pole on Tuesday, April 28 from 12:45 to 3:30. This beloved annual event includes craft booths, a May Pole dance, baby farm critters,
Play Bunco! and Join the Island Girls Susan G. Komen Team
Sunday, April 24 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center -- from Dottie Cornelius -- Dottie Cornelius with the Island Girls team at a Susan J. Komen 3-day event to benefit those dealing with breast cancer. Come play BUNCO! an easy fast-paced dice game that
“History Lives Here” in May 2016
-- from Sandy Strehlou -- Lawrence Kelly, smuggler. Courtesy of the Orcas Island Historical Museum. Every May the Town of Friday Harbor, the Islands’ historical museums, organizations and local businesses pull out the stops to celebrate local history. This year the month-long calendar of events kicks off with some
April Poetry | Leif
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. Unthinkable (not prose) -- Leif --
Attend League of Women Voters Annual Meeting
Dr. Joe Gaydos to be Keynote Speaker -- from Clare Kelm for LWV SJs -- Joe Gaydos, photo by Janna Nichols The League of Women Voters of the San Juans will be holding their annual meeting on May 9th at Vinny's restaurant from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Bill Yarlott Annual Fishing Derby Coming
Saturday, April 23, 7 to 11:00 am at Cascade Lake -- from the Friends of Moran State Park-- Time for the Bill Yarlott fishing derby! Celebrating our 20th year! The derby is a celebration of the beginning of fishing season The fishing derby has been taking place since
OIFRD Commissioners Consult with Public on Chief Search and Re-organization
-- by Margie Doyle -- Monday evening's regular meeting of the Orcas Island Fire and Rescue District (OIFRD) Commissioners heralded a fresh start for the taxing district that has said hello and goodbye to three chiefs in the past four years (Mike Harris 2012, Kevin O'Brien 2012-15, Mik Preysz 2015-16).
Granny’s Attic Sale is Here
Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Senior Center -- from Arron Redford -- 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 last day to drop
Plant a Row for the Hungry
-- from Pegi Groundwater -- Spring is in the air on the island and gardeners are busy planting their gardens. The Orcas Island Master Gardeners once again urge all island gardeners to plant extra seeds in their garden to provide fresh and nutritious food to help feed people who are
