Here’s a thought…
“The politician wants men to know how to die courageously; the poet wants men to live courageously.”
SALVATORE QUASIMODO
Calling Grandparents, Fictive Kin, and Relatives Raising Children
Sunday, June 14, 4 p.m., Orcas Christian School Playground -- from Kim Ihlenfeldt -- Are you raising or deeply involved with the care of someone else’s child? It is well known that raising children comes with its challenges; but raising someone else’s child comes with a unique set of struggles of
Leadership San Juan Islands Graduates 13
-- from Jan B-Smith -- Pictured in photo: Katie Wilkins, Kim Bryan, Bella French, Dan Vekved, Liz Taylor, Becki Day, Bob O’Connell, Annette McCullough, Erin Corra, Sara Waugh and Gregory Maynard Leadership San Juan Islands Cohort XI - missing Dave Sather and Jodi Spitalli Thirteen islanders have successfully
Children’s House Coupon Book Offers Savings
-- from Susan Anderson -- Orcas Island Children’s House is selling coupon books, featuring more than $500 in discounts offered by local businesses. Go Orcas! includes nearly 100 coupons (valid through May 2016) featuring savings on dining, entertainment, recreation, retail/gifts, lodging and services. The coupon book was previously published by the Senior
Jami Mitchell Leads Senior Center Non-profit
Jami Mitchell -- by Margie Doyle -- "I love my new job!" Jami Mitchell says unabashedly. She works every day, 25 hours a week as the Senior Center Manager, to be "a support for everything that happens here, from room rentals to programs." She works for the non-profit
Set Your Sights on Ciders and Meads!
-- by Madie Murray -- Admission includes your own commemorative taster glass! Mark your calendars and invite your friends! On Saturday, June 27 at 11 a.m. the big white tasting tent will be perched once again on the Eastsound Village Green alongside the Farmers Market to celebrate the
Adult Softball Begins June 15
Monday, June 15, 6:30 p.m., Buck Park -- from David Turnoy -- It’s time to shake the dust off your glove and start loosening those muscles that tighten up when you sprint to first base. Adult softball begins Monday evening, June 15, at 6:30 on the softball field at Buck Park. It’s a friendly
Orcas Throngs to its Energy Fair 2015
-- by Margie Doyle, updated June 9 at 8 a.m. -- [metaslider id=37345] Kelsy Green and Linda Lyshall of the San Juans Conservation District greet visitors to the Oprcas Island Energy Fair The sun shone brightly as a host of local energy-saving enterprises showed their efforts at the
Love Letters Beyond the Veil Promises to Be a Smash Hit
-- from Artha Kass -- Is there such a thing as that one special person meant just for you? Love Letters Beyond the Veil, a new, autobiographical solo performance piece by Amontaine Aurore, explores this question and takes an entertaining, thought provoking, sometimes searing look at the possibility of soul
Noted Speakers at Annual Economics Luncheon
-- from the San Juan County Economic Development Council -- Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for the 6th Annual EDC Economics Luncheon with Dr. Hart Hodges, Director of Western Washington University’s Center for Economic & Business Research, and Dr. Anneliese Vance-Sherman, Regional Labor Economist at the State
Weight Watchers Get Happy
-- by Carol Kulminski -- This summer, members of Orcas Weight Watchers will explore the science of happiness, also known as positive psychology. Why? Findings from the field of happiness research indicate that when we cultivate happiness in our lives, it is easier to make healthy choices that improve the
Gary Greene to Speak on “The Sea Floor Around Us”
Thursday, June 11, 5:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Michael Riordan -- On Thursday, June 11, marine geologist Gary Greene will treat islanders to an absorbing visual tour of the hidden subsea world around the San Juan Archipelago, showing the strikingly beautiful sonar images he has been recording for the
Mayoral Candidates Take to Air and Sea to Spout their Message
-- from Susan Anderson -- Three canines, one parrot and an orca are contending for Honorary Mayor of Eastsound this year. Canine Lewis is running off leash with an early lead, but orca Granny is literally swimming in votes and political correspondents are buzzing about her broad appeal. Promising transparency
Summertime…and the Burning is Risky
-- from R.J. Myers, Fire Inspector, OIFR -- Summer time is upon us here on Orcas Island. With the sun shining, temperatures maintaining, and a unusually dry winter throughout the state, we are set for a higher than normal fire risk this season. Orcas Island Fire and Rescue would like to take
Sheriff’s Report: May 30 – June 4, 2015
-- from Robin DeLazerda -- May 30, 2015 15-002747 Trouble Unknown 01:42:47 05/30/15: Deputies were dispatched to a possible domestic disturbance in Eastsound. An argument occurred and parties separated. No domestic assault occurred. 15-002748 Suspicious Person/Circumstance 05:14:48 05/30/15: Deputies responded to the 2000 block of Fisherman Bay Road after a male entered
There’s a New Sergeant in Town
-- from Sheriff Ron Krebs -- San Juan County Sheriff's Office new Orcas Sergeant, Herb Crowe. On June 1st 2015, I promoted long time Deputy and Orcas Island resident Herb Crowe to the position of Sergeant. Herb is an Orcas Island High School graduate and 15+ year veteran of
Lund and Friends Again Celebrate “One World”
Friday and Saturday, June 19 and 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Orcas Center -- from Regina Zwilling -- Get ready for another round of Martin Lund’s “One World Music Celebration”! This year’s show will take you on a tour of Hollywood through the years, revisiting classic theme songs from some of
