Here’s a thought…
“The politician wants men to know how to die courageously; the poet wants men to live courageously.”
SALVATORE QUASIMODO
Writers at the County Fair: Deadline Fast Approaching
-- from Ashley King, Program Coordinator, San Juan County Fair -- Submit your writing on the theme of the county fair this year: Strawberry Fields for-Heifer" There’s still time! But the deadline for entries is July 10th. Have you written a poem, short story, a story about an
Do You Miss the Exchange?
-- from Lorna Rhodes -- Remember to bring your donations for Olga Daze! Donations will accepted at the Olga Park (next to the Olga Community Club) Thursday, July 9; and Friday July 10. Donations will also be accepted on July 11, 10-12 am, and on July 16 from 4-6pm. Bring
Collect Your Stuff – Habitat for Humanity Truck Coming Back in August
August 17, Island Market -- from Jim Duffield -- Mark your calendars! The Skagit Habitat for Humanity Store truck is coming back to Orcas Island on August 17. After coordinating with Pete Moe of the Transfer Station, SHFH plans to continue periodic trips to Orcas until the new Exchange is
Susan E. Watkin Dec. 2, 1940 – June 12, 2015
Memorial Reception Saturday, July 11 Susan E. Watkin of Olga, WA, peacefully passed away June 12, 2015 after a swift and brave battle with cancer, surrounded by her loved ones. Susan was born December 2, 1940 to Norman and Marion White in Omaha, Nebraska. Susan was raised in Las Vegas,
Ferries Experience Payment Glitch
At 5:05 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7, Washington State Ferries issued the following alert: "Due to technical difficulties with the electronic payment system, all terminals are currently having to process fares offline. This may cause delays loading and delays to some departures until the problem is resolved. " The electronic
Cancer Support Group Celebrates Beginning of 5th Year
-- from Carol Kulminski -- The Cancer Support Group has been meeting once a month for four years providing a place to come and share what it is like to have Cancer invade your world. “Next to the military, these are the bravest folks on earth battling cancer,” says organizer
County Fire Marshal: All Outdoor Burning Banned July 10
-- from San Juan County Fire Marshal Rob Low -- The San Juan County Fire Marshal’s Office in partnership with the San Juan County Fire Chiefs’ have determined that current weather conditions within San Juan County have created substantial fire dangers and that there is a need to enact restriction
Orcas Christian School Offers Rental Venues
-- from Orcas Christian School -- Orcas Christian School is now offering space to rent for events, special occasions, or ongoing meetings. Fees are $25/hour for nonprofits, $30/hour for individuals or for-profit enterprises. OCS has various campus facilities including a gym, kitchen, chapel, and classrooms. Contact Anna Vast (360)-298-6610 (ocs.anna.vast@gmail.com)
Guest Editorial: Good People Grace Our Garden
-- by Madie Murray for the Orcas Island Farm to Cafeteria Program -- There are so many unsung heroes on our Island. It would take a novel to laud them all. But I’d like to mention three that have given so much to our Public School Garden over the past
Senator Ranker Champions Orcas Library Expansion Project
-- from Phil Heikkinen, Director, Orcas Library -- Orcas Island Public Library received a critical boost this week with passage of the State’s biennial budget for 2015–2016, which included $1.4 million in funding for the Library’s expansion project, “Books and Beyond: The Next Chapter.” Senator Kevin Ranker, supported by Representatives
Notice: Upcoming and Current Board Vacancies
-- from San Juan County Communications -- The County Council is searching for San Juan County citizens to fill current and upcoming vacancies on various boards and commissions. Additional information about each committee is available on the County's website at: https://sanjuanco.com/Council/AdvisoryCommittees.aspx Persons interested in serving on a board or advisory
Island Smoke Warrants Health Alerts
-- from Orcas Fire and Rescue Chief Mik Preysz -- Smoke from fires over British Columbia are clouding our air. Health alerts in effect. Photo from US National Weather Service Orcas Island Fire and Rescue would like to let our Island residents know that we do not have
Perfect Storm for Smoke, But Not From Our Fires
UPDATE: 10:30 a.m., July 6: Air quality upgraded to "moderate." UPDATE: 8 p.m., July 5: Air quality downgraded to "unhealthy." -- by Lin McNulty -- Can you see beyond your nose, or is everything socked in around you? As 66 fires blaze in nearby British Columbia, Whatcom County battles a
The Nutts and the Worleys Leave OCS Staff
Reception July 11 from 4-6pm at Orcas Christian School Orcas Christian School announces the retirement of Maria and Bob Nutt, and Judy and Roger Worley. OCS appreciates the involvement and sharing that the Nutts and Worleys have given to both OCS and the Orcas community. OCS invites the island communities
Fire Alert: Smoke from Portage Island Fire
-- by Margie Doyle -- Orcas Fire and Rescue Chief Mik Preysz announced at 10 a.m. Sunday morning, July 5, that the smoke islanders are observing is from a fire at Portage Island in Bellingham Bay. Firefighters from the Department of Natural Resources are fighting the Portage Island fire, and
Matthew’s Magic Show is Marvelous
-- by Margie Doyle -- The Magic Show-- from Left, Matthew Laslo, Madie Jane West, Virginia Sides and Maria Bullock There's magic in illusions, sleight-of-hand and memory tricks, but the greatest magic in Matthew Laslo's "Magic Show" is in the grace and polish of the performers. At the
