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
Community Dinner: If Sky is Clear, Observatory Will Be Open
Tuesday, March 8, from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m., Orcas Christian School -- from Orcas Christian School -- This Tuesday, March 8, from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. is our last Community Dinner for this school year. We hope you plan on joining us for this Italian meal of lasagna, spaghetti, green
Seattle Songstress to Perform at Rosario, Random Howse
Thursday, March 10 at 6:30 p.m. at Rosario Lounge Friday, March 11 at 7 p.m. at Random Howse -- from Mary Lydia Ryan -- Mary Lydia Ryan Seattle-based singer/composer/pianist, Mary Lydia Ryan will be singing and playing on Orcas Island for two evening performances. Mary is a Seattle
Only a Couple Weeks Left to Clean Out Your Closets
Friday, March 18, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. and Saturday, March 19,10 a.m.- 4 p.m., Kaleidoscope -- from Vala Ross -- Kaleidoscope Preschool and Child Care Center is hosting another Value Village Donation Drive. The event will take place on Friday, March 18th from 9 am- 3 pm and Saturday, March 19th
Council to Review Shoreline Plan Draft
-- from Colin Maycock, Planner IV, Department of Community Development -- The San Juan County Council is meeting on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 to review and discuss the draft components of the Shoreline Master Plan (SMP). The SMP public hearing on November 30th, 2015 generated approximately 1,000 comments from concerned
Damn! Another Scam
-- by Lin McNulty -- The latest scam artists are targeting Washington state residents with threats of arrest due to missed jury duty. Such a call in which the victim is caught off-guard, obviously unaware there had been a jury duty summons in the first place, can be frightening; "I
Eight-Week Workshop Brings Light to Your Potential
Wednesdays, March 9 - April 27, 6:30 p.m. -- from Dave Lutz -- Come join us on an 8 week Gathering of Light exploration of some very accessible and potent keys for opening the door to a more beautiful, love-filled life. You’ll get tools for greater mindfulness, deeper, more profound
You, Too, Can Uke at Upcoming Uke-a-palooza
Saturday, March 12, 6:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Artha Kass -- Uke-a-palooza is a festival of all things ukulele! An extravaganza of local musicians, young and old, will be performing. We need a few good Ukes! If you are a Ukulele player we want you. Don’t play? Come and listen and
Evening Training Sessions for Prospective Coaches
-- from Justin Paulson -- Reminder for all parents and anyone interested in coaching at any level: The Orcas Island Booster Club is presenting two Positive Coaching Alliance training sessions on March 4 and 5. Each session will be at the Eastsound Fire Hall and will feature Pizza and beverages
Memories. Memories. Learn How to Retain Memories
Saturday, March 5, 10 - 11:30 a.m., Senior Center -- from Didier Gincig -- The Orcas Island Senior Center is offering an informative presentation about Memory Improvement, Saturday, March 5 (10:00-11:30 a.m.) with Mary Gould, Executive Director of Lighthouse Memory Care in Anacortes. The presentation will offer tips and tricks to help seniors retain
Cancer Survivorship Meeting
Thursday March 10 at 5 p.m. at Orcas Island Community Church -- by Carol Kulminski -- We are all about celebrating , so let’s celebrate St. Patrick’s Day a week early. Munch on green cookies, green celery, green grapes, and share your life with others that support you and understand
What About That Hole in the Samish Hull?
-- by Lin McNulty -- WSF ferry Samish pictured during initial construction. The 144-car ferry Samish was christened less than a year ago, on May 20, 2015, and introduced on the San Juan Islands routes on June 15 of that year. On February 26, 2016, just eight months after
SAT Prep Classes Coming to Funhouse for College-bound Students
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Funhouse, beginning March 22 -- from Rebecca DeMeritt -- Is your son or daughter college-bound? Are they taking the May 7 SAT test? The Funhouse is offering SAT Test Prep Classes starting in March. Classes will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 at
Walk Dolphin Bay Road with Rick Hughes
Thursday March 3, 10 a.m., Dolphin Bay Rd near Rain Tree Lane -- from Sue Kollet -- San Juan County Councilman Rick Hughes and Public Works Director Brian Vincent will be walking the section of Dolphin Bay Road scheduled to be Chipsealed this spring. This is an opportunity to discuss
Eastsound Planning Review Committee To Hold Public Meeting
Thursday, March 3, from 3 to 5 p.m at the Eastsound Fire Hall At the regular meeting of the Eastsound Planning Review Committee (EPRC) Co-chair Greg Ayers will introduce two new EPRC Members – Dan Vekved and Jeff Otis. EPRC member Ken Katz resigned last month. Following a public comment
Auditions: Is It Your Turn to Step On-Stage?
Wednesday, March 9 at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 13 at 6:30 p.m. -- from Aaimee Johnson, 2016 PlayFest Producer -- Brian Richard and Chelsea Dean in 2013 play, Adverse Possession written by Bill Westlake. Staff photo. It’s time to start thinking about the 2016 Ten-Minute PlayFest! The eleventh annual PlayFest for the
Kaleidoscope Staff Nationally Recognized
-- from Vala Ross -- Kami Griffin (left) and Vala Ross. Vala Ross and Kami Griffin of Kaleidoscope Preschool and Child Care Center in Eastsound have been awarded a national Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential from the Council of Professional Recognition in Washington, DC in recognition of outstanding work with
