Here’s a thought…
“No protracted war can fail to endanger the freedom of a democratic country.”
ALEXIS DE TOCQUEVILLE
Guest Column: Urgent Notice about Swallows
-- from Howie Rosenfeld -- Over the last few years, I've noticed a steady decline in our swallow population. Then I heard a Radio CBC program that verified my observation. It said Tree Swallows have declined dramatically and many have lost 10% of body mass. An article online said Barn
NASA Scientist Chris McKay Visits OIHS
-- by Michael Riordan -- NASA planetary scientist Chris McKay fields yet another question from an OIHS student On Monday [May 19], over 100 students and teachers at Orcas Island High School were treated to a wide-ranging account of the search for life in Antarctica, on Mars and
Salmonberry To Host Community Sing-a-long and Open House
Wednesday, June 4, 4-6 p.m., Salmonberry School -- from Paul Freedman -- Salmonberry School invites the Orcas Island Community to an all-ages family music event, potluck dinner and open house on Wednesday, June 4 from 4-6 PM. All are welcome and encouraged to bring an instrument or just your voice,
The Orcas Workshop Brings Craftsmen and Families Together
-- by Cara Russell -- Lila and Ezra Richardson, with their children at the Orcas Workshop Ezra and Lila Richardson, owners of the family business the Orcas Workshop Storefront and Showroom, will be offering a unique line of outdoor family furniture, at their seasonal shop across from the
Poppies: the Flower of Memorial Day
-- by Margie Doyle -- Velma Doty gives Memorial Day poppy to Andy Willard and his daughter Keagan Memorial Day will be observed at American Legion Post 93 in Eastsound with a commemorative Memorial Exhibit on Sunday and Memorial Day Monday, May 25 & 26, from noon to
OPALCO Pleased with Updated County Franchise Agreement
-- from Suzanne Olson -- OPALCO is pleased that the San Juan County Council [on Tuesday] unanimously approved an update to our franchise agreement with the County. The franchise agreement allows OPALCO to install various types of equipment within County roads and rights of way, and today's update adds wireless
UUF Service: Our Relationship to Animals
Sunday, May 25, 11:30 a.m., Benson Hall -- from Margot Shaw -- This Sunday, 11:30, Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Benson Hall. Three extraordinary women, Leslie Liddle, Kate Wood and Shona Aitken, will share how they connect with the animals they work with. Leslie says: “Once a safe connection is made…..a potentially
Potluck to Honor Jane Barfoot-Hodde
-- from the Orcas Island Historical Society -- Join the family of Jane Barfoot-Hodde this weekend on Willis lane in Olga, to celebrate Jane's Life. (Jane was from the pioneer Willis family, and passed away at the age of 99 last year). Potluck, laughs, and good company! We will be
Special Library Board Meeting Scheduled
Tuesday, May 27, at 8:30 a.m. in the Library Meeting Room -- from Phil Heikkinen -- The Orcas Island Library Board will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, May 27, at 8:30 a.m. in the Library Meeting Room to discuss the Library expansion project.
On National Scale, OICF Rocks
-- from Hilary Canty -- The Orcas Island Community Foundation ROCKS! We just received the 2014 CF Insights Benchmarking Beyond Assets report. CF Insights surveys the nation’s Community Foundations annually and seeks to quantify their impact on their communities regardless of asset size. I am delighted to report that OICF
Memorial Day Memorabilia at American Legion
Saturday, Sunday, Monday, May 24, 25 & 26 from noon to 4 p.m., American Legion Hall -- from Diane Baxter -- We, American Legion Post 93, are pleased and honored to present a commemorative Memorial Exhibit on Saturday, Sunday and Memorial Day Monday, May 24, 25 & 26 from noon
Relive the 70s at a Disco Dance
Saturday, May 24 at 9 p.m. Random Howse in Eastsound "What'cha doin' in your bed? You should be dancing, yeah" -- from Julie Remington -- Dance at Random Howse this Saturday at 9 Oceania Orcas Island was started by Julie Remington for those who love 1970's disco. A
Study Measures Oil-spill Risks from Pipeline and Terminal Projects
-- by Phuong Le, Associated Press, for the Seattle Post-Intelligencer SeattlePI.com -- The potential risk of an oil spill is likely to spike if three marine terminals are completed, bringing increased oil tanker and other vessel traffic through the greater Puget Sound region, according to a new study released by
Guest Opinion: Safeguarding Smelt for People and Critters
-- from Tina Whitman and Randy O'Bryan -- Local smelt fishermen, researchers and concerned residents are working together to urge the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife to invest in essential research into the status of surf smelt stocks and to protect spawning beaches. This spring, the Washington Department of Fish
Pets on Parade This Saturday
Saturday, May 24, 11 a.m., Orcas School Grounds Registration begins at 10 a.m. -- by Lin McNulty -- It's time again for Orcas pets (and owners) to strut their stuff! The parade route will begin down School Road to North Beach Road, turning left on A Street and then right
FREE Workshop on Business Planning and Financing
Wednesday, May 28 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the San Juan Island Library in Friday Harbor The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC)will present a FREE half-day workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on San Juan Island, on Wednesday, May 28, from 10:30 am until 1:30 p.m.
