Here’s a thought…
“Reality whistles a different tune underwater.”
TOM ROBBINS
State Transportation Head Dismissed
-- by Mohammed Kloub for Crosscut.com -- Lynn Peterson In a 25-21 vote divided along partisan lines, the state Senate fired Transportation Secretary Lynn Peterson on Friday [Feb. 5] by refusing to confirm her, three years after her initial appointment. A gubernatorial appointee can serve indefinitely without formal
Letter to the Editor: Park and Rec and School Levies Serve Us All
--- by Martha Farish-- Dear Islanders I wanted to write this letter before I know the outcome of the Park and Rec and school levies. I am a Park and Rec commissioner and have served as commissioner since the inception of Orcas Park and Rec District. Taxes that pay for
Catkin Cafe Opens with New Chef
--from Madie Murray -- Rumor has it there is a new chef at the Catkin Cafe in the Artworks building in Olga, and I’m here to quell the rumors…it’s true! Angela Emery has joined forces with café owner Cheryl Helm to create a new “stir” in the kitchen. Angela
EDC, SJIVB Offer Workshop on Brochure Design
Tuesday, February 23, 2:30-4 p.m., San Juan Island Public Library Wednesday, February 24, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Orcas Island Public Library -- from Victoria Compton, EDC -- The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC), in partnership with the San Juan Islands Visitors’ Bureau (SJIVB,) are offering two free workshops entitled Effective Design
Soroptimists Offer Grad School Aid
Application Deadline February 12, 2016 -- from Soroptimist International of Friday Harbor, Reprinted by request -- Soroptimist Club offers a graduate scholarship to all women of San Juan Islands. Apply now! Considering going to Grad School? You may be eligible to apply for the Soroptimist Fellowship Award, a
Vendors: Apply for August County Fair Slots Now
-- from Ashley King for the SJ County Fair -- The San Juan County Fair is now accepting vendor booth registration for the 2016 Fair [Aug 17-20 in Friday Harbor]. Are you an island artisan selling handmade goods? Is your local business looking to advertise? The Fair is the place
Come to the Olga Potluck
Please come to the Olga Valentines Potluck, Saturday, February 13th at the Olga Community Center. Social hour begins at 5:00 and we sit down for dinner at 6:00. Carl Burger will provide music for our enjoyment on the evening before Valentine’s Day. Please bring your own place settings and a
Top Rankings Once Again for OHS Musicians
-- from Kristen Wilson -- Hooray for Orcas High School musicians! Once again they have come home with top rankings from the regional San Juan Music Educators Association (SJMEA) Solo/Ensemble Contest. While final results are not yet in for all musicians, we have received notice that Orcas musicians received “top
Bring Your Talent to Open Mic at Orcas Center
Saturday, February 27 at 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Artha Kass -- Lights, Action … on you and yours! Start prepping now! Brush up your talents, whatever they may be, you're the star! Join Gordon and Anita as they host the second ever Orcas Center Main Stage Open Mic,
Christian School Hosts Free Mexican Dinner
-- from Anna Vedder for Orcas Christian School -- The next Community Dinner at Orcas Christian School is on Tuesday, February 9, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. This free, all-you-can eat meal will feature Mexican food. On the menu is cheese enchiladas, burritos, Spanish rice, refried beans, Mexican slaw, black
A*OK Wants to See You at Fidelis Flea Market
Help support art in the public schools -- from David Turnoy -- Please come visit A*OK's table at Fidelis Flea Market (Cupid's Closet) on Saturday, February 13, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., West Sound Community Center. A*OK, Art for Orcas Kids, is a committee of the Orcas Island Education Foundation now,
County Council Has Approved Chip Sealing
-- from Islanders Saving Dolphin Bay Road -- As you may have read by now, on Tuesday the Council voted to proceed with the recommendation by Public Works to chip seal Dolphin Bay Road, notwithstanding the strong opposition and feedback received. Obviously we are very disappointed, but respect the decision of
Teen Workshop: Who Are You? What Do You Want?
-- Rebecca DeMeritt -- Who are you? What do you want? What makes you uniquely YOU? Learn 10 new ways to look at yourself (and other people) in our 6-week workshop using personality inventories, introspective activities, art therapy, and group discussion. Great for teens interested in psychology, teaching, business, and just figuring
Free Tooth Extraction Clinic
Monday February 15, Call for Appointment -- from Terri Triplett, Office Mgr. -- Dr. Triplett's office at 445 Madrona St. in Eastsound is reserving Monday February 15 for free tooth extractions for our friends and neighbors in need on Orcas and Shaw Islands. Services are limited to routine and surgical extractions
Sheriff’s Report: January 27 – February 1, 2016
January 27, 2016 16-000404 Traffic Stop 09:42:57 01/27/16 F On this date I did speed emphasis patrol in the area of Olga Road and Rosario. Stopped the vehicle for speeding and issued the driver a notice of infraction for speeding in the posted 25 MPH zone. 16-000405 Traffic Stop 10:07:24
Letter to Editor: Thank You to Councilman Rick Hughes and Orcas Issues
-- from Moriah Armstrong -- My neighbors, husband and I wish to thank Councilman Rick Hughes for taking the extra time to drive Dolphin Bay Road, review its current road conditions, and meet with residents who live on the 1.7 mile portion of Dolphin Bay Road that was under review. I
