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
Valentine Dance at Odd Fellows
Saturday, Feb 15, 8 p.m. to Midnight, Odd Fellows Hall -- from Bill Gincig -- Come to the Valentine Dance at the Odd Fellows Hall on Saturday, February 15 from 8 p.m. to midnight. The evening begins with a romantic selection of ballroom classics including Swing, Rumba, Cha Cha, Waltz,
Carolyn Cruso to Speak on “Music and Spirituality”
-- from Susan McBain -- Orcas Island musician Carolyn Cruso will be the presenter at the Orcas Island Unitarian Universalists (OIUU) Fellowship service on Sunday, February 9. She will talk about “Music and Spirituality in My Life” and will also treat us to music on the hammered dulcimer. As part
Letter to Editor: Bob Henigson Memorial
Wednesday, February 12, 4–7 p.m., Madrona Room -- from Phyllis Henigson -- Dear friends, As many of you know, Bob passed away on the 28th of January. He did so peacefully, in his sleep, with me and our sons Ted and Jeff at his side. We are going to celebrate
Eastsound Planning Review Committee Meets Thursday
-- from the Eastsound Planning and Review Committee -- The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee is scheduled to meet on Thursday, Feb. 6 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Eastsound Fire Hall The agenda calls for: Election of Chair and Vice Chair Sub Area Plan Update - Colin Maycock
Brrrrr! Just Plain Brrrrr!
-- by Lin McNulty -- Photos: Cara Russell In case you somehow overlooked that Super Bowl Sunday was also Ground Hog Day, and need a visual reminder that Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow and promises six more weeks of winter, here is what's happening on our own Crescent
Alderwood Derby Race this Saturday
Saturday at noon at the Eastsound Fire Hall -- from Chris Sutton -- Race your own alderwood car -- register now! Come race your Alderwood Derby car at the Orcas Island Firehall this weekend. The race track and the racers are ready for the competition. To join -
OICF: Grants Cycle is Rolling
-- from Hilary Canty -- The Orcas Island Community Foundation (OICF) is now accepting applications for the 2014 competitive grants program. Trustee Coleen O’Brien will chair the grants committee, whose members include both OICF Trustees and community members. In the 2013 grants cycle, OICF, together with its Partners in Philanthropy,
Reminder: Torrey Joyce Memoriam Saturday
Saturday, February 8, 2 p.m., West Sound Community Club -- from Alison Weir -- Torrey Best Joyce, best friend to many, died a few days before Thanksgiving of 2013 at age 58. Raised in Maryland, she went on to travel and live in several corners of the world, before making
Strep A, Staph, MRSA? NOT a Public Health Emergency
Simply put: Wash hands with soapy water or alcohol-based gel. Wipe down all sorts of surfaces frequently—phones, keyboards, etc. Don't share personal items. -- by Lin McNulty -- Scanning electron micrograph of a human neutrophil ingesting MRSA. Photo: Wikipedia The recent news of Council Member Bob Jarman's outbreak
Last Minute Notice: Grant Applications Workshop
Wednesday, February 5, 3:30-5pm., Emmanuel Episcopal -- from Kate Long -- Just a quick reminder that this meeting is tomorrow, Wednesday, February 5 from 3:30-5pm. Bring your grant ideas and questions. RSVP to kate@oicf.us. AGENDA Introductions – Coleen O'Brien, Grant Committee Chair Evolution of OICF’s grant making – Hilary Canty,
Canadian Pipeline Expansion Threatens Salish Sea
County Urged to Seek Intervenor Status by the San Juans Alliance -- from the San Juans Alliance -- In December the pipeline company Kinder Morgan finally submitted a long-anticipated proposal for expansion of its Trans Mountain Pipeline from Alberta to Vancouver, BC. As this project will have a major impact
From the Super Bowl to Orcas Center!
Sunday, February 9, 1 p.m., Orcas Center -- from Artha Kass -- Renée Fleming in the title role of Dvořák's "Rusalka." Photo: Ken Howard/Metropolitan Opera Don’t miss soprano Renee Fleming– fresh from her Super Bowl performance of the national anthem – in the role that made her a
Guest Column: Orcas Fire Committed to High Level of Service
-- By Kevin O'Brien, Chief, Orcas Fire and Rescue -- Orcas Island Fire and Rescue exists to serve our community. We are committed to protecting your life, the lives of your family and friends, your property, and our environment. As a result, we hope you have greater peace of mind
Governor Proclaims “Moment of LOUDNESS”
For the Seahawks at 12:12 pm on February 5, 2014 -- from Jaime Smith, Office of the Governor -- Gov. Jay Inslee today issued a proclamation proclaiming a Moment of Loudness at 12:12pm tomorrow, urging “ the 12th Man to celebrate this momentous Super Bowl win and congratulate the team
Council Member Bob Jarman Recovering
-- from Stan Matthews -- Council Member Bob Jarman. Photo: San Juan County Staff – Sept 2013 On Monday January 27, 2014, Council Member Bob Jarman was taken by ambulance to St. Joseph Hospital/Peace Health in Bellingham for what now has been diagnosed as an aggressive bacterial infection
News from Hughes: Finances, Ferries & Local Projects Looking Good
-- by Margie Doyle, updated at 6 p.m. Feb. 3 -- Council Member Rick Hughes As the first month of 2014 drew to a close, County Councilman Rick Hughes from Orcas Island gave his outlook on the near-future of the San Juan Islands in an interview with Orcas
