Here’s a thought…
“The politician wants men to know how to die courageously; the poet wants men to live courageously.”
SALVATORE QUASIMODO
Clyde Duke Steps Down from Fire Commission
And continues to serve the community -- by Ed Sutton -- Twelve years as a Fire Commissioner! The recently completed County election has resulted in a "changing of the guard" at the Orcas Island Fire and Rescue District. After twelve years as a Commissioner, Clyde Duke has stepped aside, choosing
Letter to the Editor: Now is the Time to Let Council Hear from You on Shoreline Protection
-- from Rein Attemann, Puget Sound Advocacy Manager, Washington Environmental Council -- Shorelines define the uniqueness of the San Juan Islands – from the rocky shores of Lime Kiln State Park to the beaches of Spencer's Spit on Lopez Island. And in San Juan County, there are more shorelines than
Actors Theater Announces Auditions
7 to 9 pm on Thursday, December 3, and Sunday, December 6 at the Grange -- from Doug Bechtel -- The Actors Theater of Orcas Island will hold auditions for the award winning comedy “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike” by Christopher Durang. Winner of the 2013 Tony Award
Small Businesses: Learn about Fund Local and Zero-interest Loans
Tuesday, Dec. 1 at 2 p.m. at Grace Church, Lopez Island -- from the Lopez Island Family Resource Center ( 12:40 p.m. ferry from Orcas and 4:10 p.m. return from Lopez)-- Want to learn more about a new twist on crowdfunding as a business seeking capital or as an individual
Orcas Voices: The Odd Fellows
-- by Sally Buchanan -- Odd Fellows march and make music in Pet Parade, 2015 The "Odd Fellows" is a name familiar to most Islanders. People know where the building is and they enjoy the renowned Odd Fellows band participating in Island parades with enthusiasm, costumes, and a
It Takes a Village to Bring the Classroom to Salmon
-- from Fiona Norris for the San Juan Nature Institute -- On Monday November 23rd, the third grade class from Orcas Elementary School, accompanied by teachers, instructors from San Juan Nature Institute and a few parents, set off to see the return of the Kokanee at Cascade Lake. It was
Rosario Festival of Trees Raises Funds to Non-profits
-- from Christopher Peacock -- Christmas trees return to light up the Moran Mansion at Rosario Resort & Spa during the month of December, decorated by nine local non-profit organizations. Sponsored by the resort, the Festival of Trees is designed to be a fundraiser during this holiday season for participating organizations, including returning organizations
Eastsound Subarea Plan Public Hearing Scheduled
Tuesday, December 8, 10:15 a.m., Eastsound Fire Station -- from Colin Maycock -- Notice of a Public Hearing A 2015 Docket Ordinance repealing San Juan County Code Chapter 16.55, the Eastsound Subarea Plan, amending Section B, Element 2, Subsection 2.6.B (2) of the County Comprehensive Plan, adopting an amended Eastsound Subarea
Community Foundation Hosts Holiday Catalog
-- from the Orcas Island Community Foundaton (OICF) -- OICF is hosting a 2015 Holiday Catalog from November 24 - January 1 with great giving opportunities at GiveOrcas.org. This is the third year of the holiday catalog. 25 entries were reviewed and vetted by our committee; 12 nonprofits are represented,
Almost Classical Releases Christmas CD
-- from Kristen Wilson -- Orcas Island musicians Lisa Carter, Emy Carter and Paris Wilson, who perform as the trio Almost Classical, have released a Christmas CD. The CD, entitled Almost Classical Christmas, is now available at Darvill’s in Eastsound. The group, which features Lisa on piano and Celtic harp,
Editorial: Thanks and Gratitude
-- by Lin McNulty -- When "thank you" gets bandied about many times during a day, how, then, when it is the most heartfelt and sincere, does it get expressed? What is the method for making that extra special "thank you" stand out from all the rest? That's where I
Special Town Hall to Discuss Eastsound Changes
San Juan County Councilmember Rick Hughes will host a Town Hall meeting at the Eastsound Fire Hall from 5-7 pm on Thursday, December 3, 2015 to present and discuss changes to the proposed Eastsound Subarea Plan. “The Subarea Plan is a really important document that I have been working on
Barrows Okay After House Fire
-- from Orcas Island Fire and Rescue -- Many many thanks to everyone for your support, donations, and thoughts for the Barrow family. Mr. and Mrs. Barrow and their family very much appreciate all that has been done to help. They are doing well and are not in need of
County Auditor Reports on 3rd Quarter Finances
-- by F. Milene Henley, County Auditor -- How Are We Doing? A recent local political cartoon pictured a person, labeled “County Budget,” stuffing money into one pocket, labeled “Reserves,” while simultaneously shuffling money from that pocket to another pocket, labeled “spending,” and pulling money out of the “spending” pocket.
Historical Museum Celebrates with Cookies, Rosario Tree and BOGO
Friday, Nov. 28 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Historical Museum -- by Carol Kulminski for the Orcas Historical Museum -- This Friday, the Historical Museum in the village will be giving cookies, hot chocolate and hot cider during the Artwalk between 2 and 5 p.m. Visit the museum
Letter to the Editor: Thanks for Your Care after House Fire
-- from Josie and Wally Barrow -- We cannot believe how fortunate we are to live in such a caring community!! We want to thank you…so many, who have given clothing, food and other things to us since our house burned to the ground on Sunday night. Also..and really first
