Here’s a thought…
“If ever the time should come, when vain and aspiring men shall possess the highest seats in government, our country will stand in need of its experienced patriots to prevent its ruin.”
SAMUEL ADAMS
Councilman Proposes Special Moratorium Meetings
-- from Bob Jarman -- On Nov. 25th the Grange will take up and discuss the San Juan County Council’s proposed moratorium on marijuana producers. Although I was cordially invited to attend to speak in favor of the moratorium, I have declined to do so. It is my opinion that
Pot Growing Moratorium Meeting Adds Speakers
Tuesday, November 25, at 7 p.m. at the San Juan Island Grange Hall, 152 First Street North, Friday Harbor -- from Boyd Pratt -- San Juan Island Grange #966 is hosting an informational forum on The Proposed Moratorium on Marijuana Production, at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at
10th Annual PlayFest Submissions Now Being Accepted!
-- from Cara Russell and The Actors Theater of Orcas Island -- The Actor’s Theater of Orcas Island is looking for short play submissions from Orcas Island writers. Whether you are a seasoned playwright or have always wanted to give it a try, we’d love to consider your work for
Guest Column: County Fails to Notify Neighborhoods of Re-zoning
-- by John M. Campbell -- As the currently revised Eastsound Subarea Plan works its way thru the adoption process, a neighborhood rezoning has been added to the agenda without any notice or explanation to the residents and property owners directly affected. The rezoning is a small sideshow to the
Anthony Howe Creates Art for Barney’s New York
-- from Lynn Sharpless White -- The Snow Spirits Orcas artist Anthony Howe has created a luminous, festive installation for Barney's New York department store holiday windows. Howe's window display captures the season yet steps out of tradition and nostalgia. These shining, radiant works set the season in motion and
Meet the Author! Art Thiel Comes to Orcas to Speak Seahawks!
-- from Kathleen Lunde -- "Standing Tall" Art Thiel's book Meet the Author! Art Thiel Discusses His New Book, “Russell Wilson-Standing Tall” Please join us Friday, November 28, 12 pm, (the day after Thanksgiving) at the Orcas Island Library as we welcome Seattle Sportswriter, Art Thiel. Never having
Choral Society Presents Magnificat!
Saturday December 6, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday December 7, 2 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Jan Ehrlichman for the Orcas Choral Society -- Phillip Cutlip An all-Bach concert will be performed at Orcas Center on December 6 and 7 featuring the Orcas Choral Society. The two concerts will
Guest Column: Preserving our Lands and Waters
-- from U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen -- In the Pacific Northwest, we know protecting the environment is essential to our way of life. That is why I am working to protect Washington state’s environment, and I am excited to share successes and updates about some of my efforts in the
Become a Mentor!
-- from Kimberley Ihlenfeldt -- The Funhouse Commons on Orcas Island is actively seeking responsible, energetic, caring people, teens or adults, for one-on-one, or project-based mentors. They also welcome parents who are looking to have their child connected with a caring adult. Mentoring relationships are an essential part of reaching
Montessori Wreath Sale: 20th Anniversary!
-- from Teresa Chocano -- The Orcas Montessori School wreath sale is an Orcas Island holiday tradition, providing islanders and their friends with holiday décor while bringing vital funds to the Montessori school. The beautiful wreaths are hand-made in Washington of noble fir and decorated with juniper berries, yellow tipped
Andreev Sentenced for Orcas Drug Operation
-- from the San Juan County Prosecuting Attorney's office -- Orcas resident David Andreev, 40, was sentenced to 20 months in prison by Judge Donald Eaton for gun and drug charges. Andreev had earlier pleaded guilty to two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm and two drug charges, one involving
Holiday Festival of the Arts Brightens the Senior Center
Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center -- from the Orcas Senior Center -- Marcia Gillingham, Joyce Green and Mary Greenwell , (with a baby in the cradle behind them) welcome all to the Holiday Festival of the Arts at the Senior Center
Dance Tonight to Fund New Exchange Building!
Friday, Nov. 21 at 9 p.m. at Random Howse -- from Wendy Shinstine -- Come celebrate and help raise funds for a new building for The Exchange! Members of the Board will be present for information and questions. $10 suggested cover donation - 21+ Even if you can't come to
2nd Annual Holiday Art Walk Comes to Eastsound
Friday, November 28, 2014 from 3-6 p.m. -- from Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce -- Join galleries and businesses throughout Eastsound as we celebrate our local arts scene! Why go off island when you can find beautiful, functional, and handmade gifts right here and support our local economy? Take a
Growler Schedule for Next Week
Flight Operations Schedule at OLF Coupeville the Week of Nov 23 -29, 2014 -- from Mike Welding, Public Affairs Officer, NAS Whidbey Island -- No Field Carrier Landing Practice (FLCP) operations for aircraft stationed at NAS Whidbey Island are scheduled to occur at the Outlying Field (OLF) in Coupeville, Wash.,
Holidays and Olga Symphony an Island Tradition
Friday – Saturday, November 28 – 29, 7:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Artha Kass -- Question: What hometown musical group performed at the opening of the Orcas Center and has been entertaining Island folk at Orcas Center around the holidays ever since? Answer: Why, the Olga Symphony of course!
