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
EDC Appoints New Business Communications Coordinator
-- Victoria Compton, Executive Director, San Juan County Economic Development Council -- The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) announced today that Margie Doyle has joined the EDC team to work on economic development projects in the county. Margie Doyle comes with a wealth of experience in the publishing
Letter to Editor: Thanks From Habitat
-- from Jim Duffield, Skagit Habitat for Humanity -- Skagit Habitat for Humanity thanks all the Orcas Islanders who donated items to the Store truck on Monday the 22nd of September. So many donors showed up that the truck was full by noon at Island Market. We were glad we
Celebrate National 4-H Week by Joining or Volunteering
-- from D. N. Kinsey for Orcas 4-H -- [metaslider id=31711] More than 6 million young people across the United States will be celebrating National 4-H Week, which takes place annually during the first full week of October. San Juan County 4-H leverages National 4-H Week to celebrate the great
Intuitive Cancer Healing Author at Darvill’s
Tuesday, Sept. 30 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Darvill's Bookstore Kathleen O'Keege-Kanavos comes to Orcas for a book talk and signing for her book Surviving Cancerland: Intuitive Aspects of Healing. Kat survived three breast cancers diagnosed by dreams missed by doctors. She believes dreams can diagnose your life. This
Free “Leave No Trace” Training this Sunday
The Leave No Trace™ Center for Outdoor Ethics has chosen Washington State’s San Juan Islands as only one of eight ‘Hot Spots’ in the entire United States. The organization considers these public lands to be under considerable threat of “irreversible damage” due to recreational activities from public land users. On
League of Women Voters Sponsors Voter Registration Drive
Meet and Talk with County Councilman Rick Hughes on Tuesday, Sept. 23 at Orcas Library's 1-2:30 p.m. session National Voter Registration Day is coming! The League of Women Voters of the San Juans (LWV-SJ) have joined Leagues around the country to kick their election-season planning into high gear, with a
Guitar-Making Class Raising Funds for Special Router
-- from Corey Wiscomb, Orcas High School teacher -- Last scholastic year, with the help of Orcas Island Education Foundation (OIEF), the Orcas High School introduced a new course in STEM Guitar Building. The hands-on course gained an instant popularity with students as an approach that immediately applies the taught
Countywide Bat Study Reports First Results
-- from Russel Barsh -- The best available scientific evidence is in, and it’s a fact: San Juan County is very batty, and Orcas is the battiest island! Kwiaht director Russel Barsh has announced results of the first systematic survey of the county’s bats in 75 years. The study included
Hey, Kids, Make a Film!
-- from Sandy Strehlou -- Calling San Juan County students ages 12-19: the Young Filmmakers Project, Saturday November 8, 2014, is just seven weeks away, but there is still time to conceive, produce, and edit your 3-10 minute short film to enter in the festival. Films selected for showing during
Ask Orcas Set to Launch!
-- from Hilary Canty -- Have you ever wondered where you or a friend can go for help with medical or mental health concerns? Or where to go to sign up for Food Stamps? Or how to fill out a disability claim? Sometimes, when we need help the most, it
Letter to Editor: Red Carpet Gala a Huge Hit
-- from Donna Laslo -- On Sunday, Sept 14th, the Sea View Theatre's hosted a “Red Carpet Gala: A Retro Hollywood Party” celebrating the Orcas community who saved the Sea View Theatre. This was a fantastic night and it really felt like Hollywood right here in Eastsound! There are many
Poetry Workshops with JoEllen
Tuesdays, September 30-November 4, 1-3 p.m., Orcas Library -- from JoEllen Moldoff -- Join poets and poetry lovers to explore the work of a different poet each week, with emphasis on understanding the way the poems work. We will read and discuss poems in class. Writing prompts and assignments will
PTSA Hosts Back-to-School BBQ and Roller Skating
-- from Cathy Faulkner, for Orcas Parent-Teacher-Student Association (PTSA)-- Orcas PTSA’s annual Back to School Barbecue is Friday, Sept. 26 from 5-7 p.m., and is also the kickoff of the Friday Night Roller Skating Season. Meet our special guest, OISD Superintendent Eric Webb. The free barbecue will be near the
Troxel and Bitter Ends Coming to Random Howse
Friday, September 26, 7 – 9 p.m., Random Howse -- from Mandy Troxel -- This Friday, Sept. 26 is your last chance of the year to catch Mandy Troxel and the Bitter Ends, performing live at the Random Howse. They'll be playing from 7pm - 9pm. The band debuted this
The Whale is Returning to Orcas Center!
Saturday, September 27, 6:30 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Artha Kass -- Whale of a Show returns to Orcas Center on the center stage Saturday, September 27 at 6:30 pm. This annual variety show features performances by children, youth, and families. The talents showcased include singing, dancing, and musicianship. Several
Community Solar for Our Schools – Join In!
-- from Linda Lyshall, PhD, San Juan Islands Conservation District -- “By investing in solar energy, we are lowing utility costs for our schools,” said Janet Brownell, President of the Orcas Island Education Foundation. “That means more money for our classrooms and students. But it is not only about saving
