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
Letter to the Editor: Thanks to All Participants in the MAG Concert
-- from The Board of the Music Advocacy Group -- We want to thank everyone who was part of the MAG concert on Sunday, March 6, and helped us raise money to support the music program at the Orcas Public Schools. Thank you to the Orcas Choral Society, Orcas Island
Robert Hall Explores Family Discord in True West
-- by Margie Doyle -- Director Robert Hall is crafting a unique interpretation of the Sam Shepherd play, "True West" for Orcas audiences to enjoy the last two weekends of this month. When original plans for a family-cast production fell through this spring, Hall was offered the chance to produce
Guest Column: Base Our Choices on the Golden Rule
-- by David Kobrin -- I’ve lived on this island now for almost ten years. One thing I’ve come to value – in addition to Orcas’ natural beauty – is the shared sense of community. By and large, people seem to want to get along. Differences in religion, world-view, political
Crow Valley String Band and Brother for Sale! Play the Whitehorse on St. Patrick’s Day
Thursday March 17, 7 - 10 p.m., White Horse Pub -- from Jim Litch -- Come celebrate St Patrick’s Day with live Irish music by the Crow Valley String Band and Brother for Sale! on Thursday March 17 from 7 to 10pm at the White Horse Pub. Band members, Tashi
Letter to Editor: NatureBridge is Highlight of 6th Grade
Wednesday, March 16, 12:45 p.m., School Library -- from Holly King and Casey Ahrens -- On behalf of this year's sixth grade class at Orcas Elementary School, we would like to express our gratitude to Orcas Island Education Foundation and former Chair of NatureBridge Valerie Anders for their generous donations
EDC Offers FREE Workshop on Business Planning and Financing
Tuesday, March 22 from 10:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m., Heritage Bank in Friday Harbor -- from Victoria Compton, Executive Director, San Juan County Economic Development Council -- The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on San Juan Island, on Tuesday, March
Donors Needed: Lions Club Sponsors Blood Drive
Thursday March 17 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall -- from Chris White for the Orcas Lions -- On this third Thursday of March, your local Lions Club and our Fire and Rescue [team] sponsor your donation of lifesaving blood. Tiny Orcas with its high
Sheriff’s Report | March 2 – 8, 2016
Wednesday, March 2, 2016 16-001114 Traffic Hazard 16:32:39 03/02/16 A Lopez Island firefighter reported a vehicle broken down in the roadway on Center Rd, Lopez Island. When a deputy arrived, a tow truck was already on scene removing the hazard at the owners request. No further action taken. 16-001122 Court
The [T]ides of March are Almost Here
Tuesday, March 15, 3:30 p.m., Episcopal Parish Hall -- from Russel Barsh, Director, KWIAHT -- Celebrate Indian Island marine science research and stewardship with tea, scones, quiches and sweets at the Episcopal Parish Hall on Tuesday, March 15, beginning 3:30 pm right after school. There will be displays on plankton
Roger Sherman to Step Down from Orcas Choral Society
--from the Orcas Choral Society -- Roger Sherman, Artistic Director, Orcas Choral Society, 2010-2016 Roger Sherman, Artistic Director of Orcas Choral Society, is stepping down this June after six years of leading the choir. “My time with you has been some of the most rewarding in my life,
Crowdfunding Workshop through EDC
Thursday, March 17 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Orcas Public Library -- from the San Juans Economic Development Council -- Crowdfunding is an exciting way for entrepreneurs to ask for monetary pledges from individuals using online services like Kickstarter. Learn how to procure money for your business through crowdfunding
Gather Ye Items for Granny’s Attic Sale
Tuesdays, March 22 - April 26, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Senior Center -- from Arron Redford -- Spring is on the doorstep and it’s time to clean out the attic! Once again the Orcas Island Senior Center is collecting donations of interesting and unique (gently used) items of value for our annual
Here’s What’s Shakin’ Out for Upcoming Shakespeare Festival
Tuesday, March 29 - Saturday, April 2 -- Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce -- Here's a quick rundown of the upcoming Shakespeare Festival, and what you can expect: Tuesday, March 29. Black & White Night. Readings & Music @ Random Howse. $10 admission. Thai food available. Wednesday, March 30. Festive
10 State Bills Signed into Law, 27 Vetoed: Gov. Calls Special Session
-- from the Office of the Governor -- The following bills were signed into law on March 10, 2016, by Governor Jay Inslee following the 60-day Legislative Session. 6295 Senate Relating to clarifying the venue in which coroner's inquests are to be convened and payment of related costs. 6202 Senate
Permitting Process Gets Streamlined with New Forms
-- from San Juan County Department of Community Development -- New functionality in forms (for PC) and the conclusion of the Development Review Consultation (DRC) Beta FORMS Conventional and Mobile/Manufactured home permit application forms have been revised. They now include auto-fill fields on like entries on subsequent pages. What this
Find Out About Orcas Farmers Market
Thursday, March 17 from 4:30-5:30 in the Orcas Library -- from Jennifer Pietsch, Market Manager-- An upcoming question and answer session is being held for prospective Market vendors. Here are the details: Thursday March 17th from 4:30 - 5:30 Public Library Meeting Room This is a purely optional meeting but
