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
PeaceHealth Invokes Measles Precautions for Patients: Mask Up
Measles Precautions in Place at Peace Island Medical Center Masks Required for Those with Symptoms -- from Amy Cloud -- In an effort to protect vulnerable patients from measles, anyone seeking care who has symptoms of the disease must wear a mask before entering PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center. Measles
Life Stories: Unraveling Our Own Life’s Journey in the Company of Other Curious Travelers
May 2-4 on Orcas Island -- from Kathi Ciskowski -- Kathi Ciskowski and Polly Sanford will lead a 3-day workshop Join facilitators Polly Sanford and Kathi Ciskowski for "Life Stories: Unraveling Our Own Life’s Journey in the Company of Other Curious Travelers," a workshop beginning Friday, May 2,
Job Recruiters Visit Orcas Wednesday
Wednesday, April 9, 9 a.m., Orcas Library -- from Travis Brown, Kelly Services -- Kelly Services from Olympia will be on Orcas tomorrow hiring for multiple positions at Glenwood Springs Hatchery. The positions are for 2-3 weeks (seasonal) and pay $9.32/hour. DESCRIPTION: Clipping the Adipose fin on fish for marking
BirdFest to Include a Parade (Of Course)
Saturday, April 12, 11 a.m., Eastsound -- from Orcas Chamber of Commerce -- Are you a Parade Phanatic? Love to dress up? Then grab your funny beak ... plump up your colorful plume ... and join in the fun. You are invited to join in the fun this Saturday at
Now It’s Time to Clean Up Moran
Saturday, April 12, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Moran State Park -- from Elizabeth Guerry -- You are invited to the Friends of Moran Annual Park Clean Up April 12th 9 am to 4pm Cascade Lake Day use area. Lunch generously and graciously provided by Karen and Ken Speck along
Letter to Editor: We Support Steve Hudson
-- from Susan and Bob Jarman -- San Juan County member/owners of the OPALCO Co-op are being asked to vote in two new board members. Ballots will be coming in the mail starting April 11th. Please take the time to seriously consider your choices. Steve Hudson was raised on San
Inter-island Evergreen State Out of Service
-- from Washington State Ferries -- UPDATE: 9:11 a.m. The 8:30 am Friday Harbor interisland sailing of the Evergreen State has been cancelled due to mechanical issues. Vessel crews are assessing the problem and performing repairs. Updates will occur as more information becomes available.
Letter to Editor: Urge Support of Levy
-- from John Evans -- I am writing to urge our community on Orcas to vote in favor of the Fire/EMS levy. Wanda and I have first hand experience with the Department. I was a volunteer fire fighter for 15 years and Wanda was an EMT for 13 years. We
Galt Withdraws OPALCO Candidacy
-- from Suzanne Olson -- Don Galt, Sr. has withdrawn his candidacy for the OPALCO District 1 board election. “I want to thank the petitioners for inviting me to participate for the OPALCO board,” Galt wrote in an email. “I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.” The OPALCO
April Poetry: The Trouble With Words
In recognition of Poetry Month, and to celebrate our treasure trove of Orcas Island poets, Orcas Issues is pleased and honored to offer daily poetry during April. THE TROUBLE WITH WORDS -- by JoEllen Moldoff -- is that they aren’t furniture you can just move around to create a different
“Four Russian Poets” at Writers Roundtable
Saturday, April 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Library "Four Russian Poets:A Poetry Reading and Discussion by John Friedmann" is the topic for this month's Writers Roundtable. All are welcome! This reading will introduce four of the most important Russian poets whose work falls into the first half
Winner Takes All in “Eat for a Week” Raffle
Ticket sales begin April 12; Drawing May 10 -- from Susan Anderson -- Last year, Children’s House preschoolers hosted Eat for A Week raffle winners Joe and Elaine Goodrich to “Tea.” The children performed "I'm a Little Teapot" and served cucumber sandwiches, tea and homemade teapot cookies. In
LWF Forum on Increased Salish Sea Vessel Traffic
Monday, April 14, Noon-2 p.m., San Juan Library -- from League of Women Voters -- Attend LWV forum on Monday, April 14 at noon at the San Juan Library in Friday Harbor. Call 317-7518 for transportation assistance. The April Meeting of the League of Women Voters, will be
Artsmith Salon Features Manwaring and Habecker
Monday, April 7, 6:00 pm at Darvill’s Bookstore Celebrate Poetry Month with poets Marjorie Manwaring and Kelsea Habecker at the Artsmith Salon Series at Darvill’s Bookstore on Monday, April 7, 6:00 pm. Marjorie Manwaring is a former Artsmith Artist Residency Fellow whose poetry peeks into the strange nooks of oddities
DH Plan Review Public Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 1:30 — 3:30 p.m., Deer Harbor Community Center -- from Charlie Binford -- Agenda 1. Chair: Call To Order, Quorum, Minutes of last meeting 2. Chair will recognize Public Attendees. Members of public are invited to participate in committee discussions. Chair will recognize speakers. 3. Old
A String of Awards for Orcas School Musicians
Orcas School Music Students Enhance Their Reputation for Excellence -- from Kristen Wilson -- One of the premier high school string ensembles in Northwest Washington is right here on Orcas Island. They proved it first in January when they were awarded the top place among all large string ensembles performing
