Here’s a thought…
“Even under the best circumstances, the transition to this new AI era will be one of the most turbulent times in human history.”
BILL GATES
Susan Osborn Sings with Kentaro Kihara
Friday, Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at Rosario Songhouse presents Susan Osborn and pianist Kentaro Kihara from Japan in a special Valentine Concert Friday February 13, at 7:30 p.m.in the Music Room at Rosario Resort and Spa. All seats are $15 at the door. The duo will featuring love songs,
Letter to the Editor: League of Women Voters Celebrates Anniversary
-- from Diane Martindale, President, the League of Women Voters of the San Juan Islands -- February 14th marks our 95th anniversary of the oldest non-partisan voter registration organization in the U.S. -- the League of Women Voters. After a struggle of more than 50 years Washington women won the
Orcas Island Yacht Club a Busy, Fun-Loving Group
-- by Lin McNulty -- Maura O'Neill, Orcas Yacht Club Commodore. Founded in 1956, Orcas Island Yacht Club (OIYC) is one of the most active yacht clubs in the Pacific Northwest. Do not be put off, however, by the word "yacht." While the largest yacht in the club
Odd Fellows Valentine Dance Fundraiser
Saturday, February 14, 8 p.m. - midnight, Odd Fellows Hall -- from Bill Gincig -- The Odd Fellows will be holding a Valentine Dance on Feb 14 from 8 pm until midnight at the Odd Fellows Hall. The music will be provided by DJ Bruce Pavitt and will cater to
Health Department Urges SJC Residents to Confirm Their Immunizations
-- from San Juan County Communications -- The U.S. is currently experiencing outbreaks of measles, mumps and pertussis (whooping cough), including cases reported in Washington State. While no cases related to the current outbreaks have been reported in San Juan County, San Juan County Health & Community Services encourages individuals and
Iolanta, Duke Bluebeard’s Castle Stream in Double Bill
Sunday, February 15, 1 p.m.., Orcas Center -- from Artha Kass -- On the heels of her triumphant Met performances in Eugene Onegin, soprano Anna Netrebko takes on another Tchaikovsky heroine in the first opera of an intriguing double bill, consisting of an enchanting fairy tale Iolanta, followed by Bela
County Officials Seek Permanent Tourism Funding from State Legislature
-- from Barbara Marrett, San Juan County Visitors Bureau -- Here are a few facts about San Juan County and Washington State that not everyone knows: · Tourism is the fourth largest industry in San Juan County and Washington State · Washington in the only state in the U.S. that
It’s Viking Basketball Playoff Time!
Saturday, February 14 7 p.m. & Wednesday, February 18, 4 p.m, Orcas High School -- from Justin Paulsen -- The Orcas Vikings and the Orcas Booster Club invite all of Orcas Island to come cheer on the Viking Basketball teams as they head into playoff action! The Viking Men hit
Pancake Dinner on Shrove Tuesday
Tuesday, February 17, 5:30 - 7 p.m., Emmanuel Parish Hall -- from LuAnn Pamatian -- Emmanuel Episcopal Church is having its Annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner on February 17 from 5:30-7pm in the Parish Hall. Shrove Tuesday is the last day before Lent begins in the Christian calendar. Traditionally, people
Fireside Chat at Peace Island Medical Center: Diabetes
Wednesday, Feb. 18 from 4-5 p.m. at Peace Island Medical Center, Friday Harbor -- from Amy Cloud for Peace Health -- PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center (PIMC), at 1117 Spring St. in Friday Harbor, is hosting a series of free, public community education “Fireside Chats” as part of its new
Orcas Teens Raising Funds for Service Trip
Saturday, Feb. 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Island Market -- from Lisa Bronn -- Orcas Teens is raising money for a one-week Spring Break Service Trip to Spokane in April. They will be selling beautifully Wrapped baked goods and candies suitable for gift giving, as well as treats to eat
Mark Your Calendars: Fidelis Flea Market
Saturday, February 14, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m, West Sound Community Hall -- from Margot Shaw -- MARK YOUR CALENDARS……...Bring your money and get your Exchange fix this Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the West Sound Community Hall, on Deer Harbor Road. Anything you need, or don’t
Garden Club and Library Bring “Wild Side” Author
Eating on the Wild Side author Jo Robinson comes to Orcas Island -- from the Orcas Island Library -- The Orcas Island Garden Club and the Orcas Island Public Library join to bring Jo Robinson, author of the New York Times Bestseller Eating on the Wild Side: The
Mama Won’t Fly Coming to Grange
February 20-21, 27-28 and March 6,7,8, 7:30 p.m., The Grange -- from Doug Bechtel -- The Actors Theater of Orcas Island is pleased to announce seven performances of the rollicking, laugh-out-loud comedy “Mama Won’t Fly.” What happens when Norleen’s son, Walker, is getting married in California and mama lives in
Letter to the Editor: The Kids Are Leading the Way
-- by Adrienne Reed, of Plant for the Planet -- Plant for the Planet is coming to Orcas Island on Saturday, February 14th for a free Climate Ambassador training of youth ages 8-14, from 9 a.m. until 5:30.at Orcas Island Elementary School in the Gymnasium. Parents are optional and welcome, but
State Health Services Van Coming to Orcas
Tuesday/Wednesday, February 10/11 from 9 am - 5 pm at Community Church The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Mobile Community Service Office is coming to Eastsound on Tuesday and Wednesday. The DSHS van includes a reception area, interview stations, a sun shade for protection from the elements
