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
Burger and Cohen at Random Howse
Carl Burger and Marc Cohen make up Local Folk Carl Burger and Marc Cohen will be playing Thursday, July 31 at 6:30 p.m. at Random Howse for "Local Folk" music - 6:30 p.m. no cover.
FAA Proposes New Hangar Use Rules
-- from the Washington Airport Managers Association -- The FAA’s proposed policy on non-aeronautical uses of airport hangars has been published in the Federal Register. In brief: · Hangars must be used for an aeronautical purpose or be available for use for one unless otherwise approved by FAA. · An
How Am I Here? Find Out at This Workshop
Thursday, July 31, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Michael Elder -- Michael Elder, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who recently moved to the island with his wife Linda, is presenting a free workshop at the Orcas Island Library titled “How Am I Here?” This presentation introduces
New Band in Town?
-- by Lin McNulty -- Even though this "story" is un-sourced, even though it is second- or third-hand hearsay, and even though Orcas Issues avoids repeating un-sourced street rumors, this one is simply too good to ignore. And because I heard it from a couple of different second-hand sources, i.e.,
Softball Time Moved Later
-- from David Turnoy -- Monday night softball is in full swing. In an effort to accommodate working folks, the starting time is being moved back to 7:00 PM. While that shortens our time a little, it gives folks more time to make their way out to Buck Park,
Harry W. Sircely Passes
-- from Mary Ann Sircely -- Veteran photojournalist Harry Sircely passed away peacefully at home on July 16. He was 69. Harry struggled with lung cancer for a number of years, always finding a way to stay strong and enjoy life. He beat the doctor’s projections by a mile, riding
Swing!
Monday, August 4, 7–9 p.m., Odd Fellows -- from Bill Gincig -- Local instructors are again offering their community dance class on August 4 from 7 to 9 pm at the Odd Fellows Hall. It will be swing and instruction will begin promptly at 7 pm followed by dancing at
Youth Conservation Corps Report: Week Four
-- from Camryn Thompson and Henry Moe, with Mary Gropp -- [metaslider id=30675] On Wednesday, July 23, OIYCC worked to re-establish six campsites in Moran State Parks’ “primitive” campground. It was rainy and cold, and muddy, but we eventually got the job done. With great difficulty we installed four steel
Special Meeting of the San Juan County Council
Thursday, Jul 31, 2014, 9 a.m., Legislative Hearing Room Location: Legislative Hearing Room, 55 Second Street, Friday Harbor, WA Description: The Special meeting Agenda includes the following items: Public Hearing To Approve a Resolution Providing for the Submission to the Voters of San Juan County a Proposition Authorizing the County
FARM-TASTIC FUN at San Juan County Fair Ag Corner
-- from Boyd Pratt -- The SJC Fair Agriculture Exhibit (a.k.a. the Ag Corner) is the place to be to learn all about San Juan County Agriculture! Located next to Fruits and Vegetables in the NW corner of the Main Building, the Ag Corner is the place to learn about
San Juan County Democrats Endorse Lapointe
-- from David Turnoy, Vice Chair of the San Juan County Democrats for Orcas Island -- In the race for Washington State’s 2nd Congressional District seat, the San Juan County Democrats have unanimously voted to endorse independent Mike Lapointe over incumbent Democrat Rick Larsen for the Aug. 5 primary election.
Doe Bay Fest Tickets for Locals
Thursday - Sunday, August 7-10, Doe Bay Resort -- from Jami Mitchell -- Doe Bay Fest is just around the corner, slated for August 7-10, 2014. Coordinator Jami Mitchell affectionately calls it “the little festival that could”, since it almost immediately gathered steam to go from a small happening in
School Board Welcomes New Sup’t., Sets Budget and Levy
Measures pass unanimously after vigorous discussion -- by Margie Doyle – Eric Webb, new Superintendent of Orcas Island School District Eric Webb officially took the oath of office of Superintendent of the Orcas Island School District at its monthly meeting on July 24. Webb reported to the Board
An Evening of Dance at Orcas Center
Sunday August 3 at 6:30 pm, Orcas Center -- from Artha Kass -- Come enjoy an evening of selected dances from the excellent Repertory West Dance Ensemble on Sunday August 3 at 6:30 pm. WWU’s Department of Theatre & Dance Faculty have choreographed a varied program featuring the best dancers
Orcas Real Estate Up 46% Over 2013
-- from Sandi Friel -- In a very welcome development for our Orcas Island real estate market, 89 properties sold between January 1 and June 30. This is a significant 46% increase over the same period in 2013. Properties are also selling quicker, with the median time on market down
Sunny: 2002-2014
-- from Mary Getten -- Orcas Island recently lost a beloved "man about town". The little white ball of fur known as Sunny, died suddenly of an apparent heart attack on July 17th. He has been the constant and loving companion of Indira Monk for 12 years. They were often seen
