Here’s a thought…
“The further a society drifts from truth, the more it will hate those who speak it.”
GEORGE ORWELL
Lummis Engage Legal Representation in Fight Against Gateway Pacific
-- by Ralph Schwartz for the Bellingham Herald -- Lummi Nation’s leaders expect the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will stop a proposed coal terminal at Cherry Point. The tribe asked the Corps in January to reject permits for the terminal, claiming the 2,980-foot dock and up to 487 ships
School Buses and Senior Barn: Some Things Never Change
Thanks to the generosity of an Island Family, the Senior Barn tradition continues And please remember that other Back-to-School Tradition -- the big yellow school bus! When the red lights are flashing, whether you're facing towards the bus, or behind the bus, STOP -- until the flashing lights
Fourteenth Annual Wooden Boat Rendezvous
7-9 September 2015 at Deer Harbor -- from Mark Smaalders -- Please join the Wooden Boat Society of the San Juan Islands for the Fourteenth Annual Wooden Boat Rendezvous 7-9 September 2015 at Deer Harbor, Orcas Island, Washington. All wooden boats are welcome: oar, power and sail. Wooden boats of
Relief for Parking, Transportation Problems at Orcas Landing
-- from San Juan County Communications -- San Juan County officials have won funding and identified property to solve a serious parking problem on Orcas Island and potentially make it easier for residents, businesses, and visitors to travel to the Island. In recent weeks, County Manager Mike Thomas has consulted
Medical Teams International Dental Van Returns
September 25 - 26 and November 13 - 14. Applications by September 10 -- from Hilary Canty -- The Orcas Dental Van has two more visits scheduled for 2015: September 25-26 and November 13-14. The November 14th clinic will be an oral surgery clinic. Applications are available at www.oicf.us, at the Public Library, and Orcas Family
Meet Theresa Mayr, New Elementary Principal
-- by Cara Russell -- Theresa Mayr, Orcas Island School District Elementary Principal In the midst of the completion of the school bond remodel project and the elementary flood repair reconstruction, new Orcas Island Elementary Principal Theres Mayr just shrugged her shoulders like it was not a big
Guest Editorial: What the School Renovation Means to Farm to Cafeteria
-- by Madie Murray, F2C Coordinator-- I guess it would be more appropriate to say what it means to me! The amazing transformation of the entire public school campus is, by itself, awe-inspiring. But for me, what has occurred in the school cafeteria, old home ec and old science rooms
Chair Yoga Now Twice a Week
-- from Sara Dailey-Smith -- Chair Yoga at the Senior Center now twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays Chair Yoga returns to the Senior Center on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, starting Sept 1, from 11 a.m. to 12 noon. This gentle way of practicing yoga eases tensions
“Light and Shadow” Features Madill and Yeaman
Opening Reception Friday, Sept. 4 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. -- from Michael Yeaman -- Jan Madill and Michael Yeaman are the featured artists for the Orcas Center in September Jan Madill and Michael Yeaman will have an art show entitled “Light and Shadow” at the Orcas Center
Sign Up to Volunteer for Fall Park & Rec Programs
Pre-register now -- from Kim Ihlenfeldt for Orcas Park and Rec -- Orcas Park and Rec is looking for sports coordinators, volunteers and coaches for soccer, flag football, running club, wrestling, basketball, and more for the upcoming fall season. If you enjoy making a positive impact in the lives of
SJC, EDC Launch San Juan Islands Made Branding Initiative
-- from Victoria Compton -- San Juan County government and the San Juan County Economic Development Council are pleased to announce the launch of a joint project, the creation of the San Juan Islands Made brand and seal. The San Juan Islands Made brand was established to help protect the
Waltz On, Waltz On
Monday, September 7, 7 - 9 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall -- from Bill Gincig -- Because of the huge success in August, we will once again be offering Waltz as our community dance class on September 7 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall. We will review
The Eastsound Subarea Plan Update at the 11th Hour
-- by Margie Doyle -- After years of hashing out what the intention and goals of the Eastsound Subarea Plan (ESAP) was, and how well Orcas Island's only Urban Growth Area (UGA) has adhered to that vision, the County Planning Commission has now weighed in with its verdict. After two
Chamber Presents Big Bash BBQ
Sunday, September 6 from 12 pm to 3 pm, Village Green -- from Lance Evans -- Second Annual “End of Summer Celebration” The Orcas Island (WA) Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present its Second Annual “Big Bash BBQ” on the Eastsound Village Green. It all takes place on Sunday, September
Campfire Ban Lifted
CAMPFIRE BAN LIFTED AT ALL SAN JUAN COUNTY PARKS CAMPGROUNDS -- from San Juan County Communications -- Due to recent precipitation and cooler temperatures, the burn ban has been lifted for all San Juan County Parks campgrounds. County Parks asks that the public exercise great care with all flammable items.
Doe Bay Thursdays to Benefit the Funhouse
-- from the Funhouse Commons -- Help us grow strong & healthy kids by "chowing for children" at Doe Bay Café every Thursday night during September in support of a new playground at the Funhouse Commons! Thanks to the generosity of donors at our annual Gala fundraiser this year and
