Here’s a thought…
“The politician wants men to know how to die courageously; the poet wants men to live courageously.”
SALVATORE QUASIMODO
“Barn of the Month” – Olga Strawberry Barreling Plant
--by The Olga Strawberry Council-- The building today. The beautifully restored Olga Strawberry Barreling Plant, commonly known as the Artworks Building, has been honored by being designated "Barn of the Month" by Historic Barns of the San Juan Islands. Though admittedly not quite a "barn," it is recognized as a "structure significant
Special School Board Meeting Tuesday
Tuesday, August 4, 9:30 a.m., Orcas School Modular Building -- from Cathy Ferran -- ORCAS ISLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT #137 Notice of a Special School Board Meeting TUESDAY August 4, 2015 AGENDA 9:30am - CALL TO ORDER - Special Meeting – MODULAR BLDG. *APPROVE the following PERSONNEL ACTIONS: Hire Teresa Mayr,
OIYCC in Deer Harbor, Moran, and Mud
-- from Sophia Fleming and Skylar Dalusio, with Mary Gropp -- The past three days have been very interesting and full of mud and dirt for the Orcas Island Youth Conservation Corps! On Tuesday and Wednesday we worked with Marta Branch from the San Juan County Marine Resources Committee, and
Doe Bay Fest To Bring Crowds to Anacortes / Orcas Island Ferries
-- from Washington State Ferries -- Next week, from August 6 to 10, the annual Doe Bay Fest will bring throngs of music lovers to Orcas Island. We expect heavy traffic traveling between Anacortes and Orcas that weekend and limited reservation availability. Please plan ahead. We are running extra sailings
Orcas Christian School Now Accepting Applications
-- from Anna Vast -- Orcas Christian School is now accepting applications for the 2015-2016 school year. Applications can be picked up during business hours at the high school office or found online at www.oics.org. Have questions about OCS? Schedule an enrollment appointment by contacting the office at 360-376-6683 or
Reservation Survey Results Are In: We’re Iffy
-- from Anne Haley, Chairman Washington State Transportation Commission -- The results of the Ferry Riders Opinion Group (FROG) 2015 survey on WSF’s Reservation System are now available. You can see the results by clicking on the links below. Summary Presentation of Findings (Gives you a high level overview of
Big Trees on Orcas
Saturday, August 8, from 10am to 12 pm at Judd Cove Preserve, Orcas Island Carson Sprenger photo Gain a deeper understanding of our wonderful sylvan world with local Forest Ecologist Carson Sprenger. You’ll learn about the kinds of trees, the age of trees, the size of trees, and
Sheriff’s Report: July 23 – 28, 2015
-- from Robin DeLazerda -- July 23, 2015 15-004165 Found Property 12:38:05 07/23/15: An Eastsound woman called to report property she found on the sidewalk. 15-004168 Agency Assistance 16:10:43 07/23/15: Deputy on San Juan Island responded to the Customs dock in the Port of Friday Harbor to take a wanted subject into
Larsen Votes For Critical Transportation Funding
Calls Out Congress For Failing On Export-Import Bank -- from the Office of Representative Rick Larsen -- Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, a senior member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, today voted to make sure transportation projects nationwide will continue to receive funding through summer construction season. Larsen voted
County Health & Community Services Supports World Breastfeeding Week
-- from San Juan County Communications -- August 1-7, 2015 marks the annual celebration of World Breastfeeding Week, a global call to action for support and empowerment for ALL women in achieving their breastfeeding goals. This celebration highlights the positive impact breastfeeding has on long-term health. This year’s theme or
“Red Altar” Historic Theatre Tonight
Thursday July 30 at 8 p.m. at the Sea View Theatre -- by Margie Doyle -- "The Red Altar Project: Stories of Immigration, Migrations and Journeys" – is a visual and performance art celebration of our stories towards a diverse society. Nancy Wang, co-founder of Eth-Noh-Tech theatrical storytelling troupe, describes
Robin DiGeorgio Passes
Robin DiGeorgio, longtime resident of Doe Bay and island artist, passed away Thursday July 23, 2015 after a brief illness. A full obituary will be published in time and A Celebration of Life will take place at a date to be announced later on.
County Fair Office on Limited Service During Fair Week
-- from San Jan County Parks -- During County Fair week, August 10-14, the County Parks Administration office will have very limited walk-in access by appointment only. With the Parks office now situated on the Fairgrounds, parking and access to the office will be difficult while the County Fair is
Free Tooth Extraction Clinic
Friday, August 14, 445 Madrona Street -- from Terri Triplett -- Dr. Triplett’s dental office at 445 Madrona Street in Eastsound is reserving Friday, August 14, for free tooth extractions for our Orcas and Shaw residents in need. Services are limited to both routine and surgical extractions (including wisdom teeth). To make
Sail Orcas Honors Ray Jarecki in Regatta
-- from Sail Orcas -- Orcas High School students sail in the Ray Jarecki Regatta Sail Orcas hosted the Northwest Interscholastic Sailing Association Ray Jarecki Youth Regatta July 25 and 26 at Orcas Island Yacht Club (OIYC). from www.facebook/sailorcas -- The Ray Jarecki Youth Regatta had an excellent
Crescent Service Adds New Service
-- from Shawn Elliff -- In an ongoing effort to provide needed service and convenience for our county residents, Crescent Beach Service on Orcas Island is proud to announce that they have partnered with Smart Start of Washington and have passed all of the State Patrol, Department of Licensing, and
