Here’s a thought…
“Live a balanced life. Learn some and think some, and draw and paint and sing and dance and play and work every day some.”
ROBERT FULGHUM
Lecture Series: Labeling Genetically Engineered Foods
from Boyd Pratt 2013 Lecturer San Juan Island Grange #966 Wednesday, September 18, San Juan Island Grange Hall, 7 p.m., preceded by a 6 p.m. potluck Anne Mosness San Juan Island Grange #966 begins its 2013 Fall Lecture Series with a program on I-522: Labeling Genetically Engineered Foods
National Weather Service Spotter Training
Saturday, October 5, 2013 from Brendan Cowan Are you a weather buff? Want to help the National Weather Service with observations and data collection? Check out this free training: Want to be a Weather Spotter? Lopez Island Saturday, October 5th 12:30pm – 3:00 Lopez Island Library Shaw Island
County Prosecutor Comments on CAO Ruling
Growth Board Ruling Requires New Look at Buffers for Critical Areas By Stan Matthews, County Internet and Information Manager The Growth Management Hearings Board says more work is needed to protect critical areas in the county. “Overall, this is a positive ruling for the county,” said Prosecuting Attorney Randall K.
Library Board to Discuss Expansion
Saturday September 14 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Public Library The Orcas Island Library District will hold a Special Work Session Meeting to discuss the public library expansion project. The meeting will take place in the Library Meeting Room from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14.
Editorial: The Approaching End and Beginning
by Lin McNulty As our island begins to pull itself in and prepare for Fall and Winter, there are varying degrees of acceptance of these seasonal changes. For those businesses dependent upon a lively tourist trade, I would assume there are mixed emotions. While the slower seasons bring less business
LWV to Hear “Transitions” Speaker
from Margaret Doyle, Board Member League of Women Voters of the San Juans The League of Women Voters of the San Juans will host Felicity Green of Lopez Island at the September membership meeting next Monday, Sept. 16 from noon to 2 p.m. Felicity Green is a member of the
Patriot Day Observance at OIFR, 9/11/2013
from OIFR Fire Chief Kevin O'Brien UPDATE 9/10/13: The program includes performances by Ms. Knapp’s 5th Graders and the Orcas Community Band. Words from Maura O’Neill, Councilman Rick Hughes, OIFR Chaplain Scott Harris, and Chief O’Brien. Refreshments will be provided by the OIFR Auxiliary. Special thanks to Dick and Velma
CAO Decision: “The Board Declines to Impose Invalidity”
By Margie Doyle Friends of the San Juans prevail on buffer, habitat, wetlands and utilities challenges On September 6, 2013, the Growth Management Hearings Board (GMHB) issued its 109-page decision in cases brought before it in five separate appeals to the Critical Areas Ordinance update, passed by the San Juan
Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee Agenda
DEER HARBOR PLAN REVIEW COMMITTEE PUBLIC MEETING DEER HARBOR COMMUNITY CENTER 4319 Deer Harbor Road September 11, 2013 1:3 p.m. — 3:30 p.m. 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
I-5 Skagit River Bridge Span Sliding into Place Saturday Night
In spite of the complexity of the project, its fast-paced schedule and the recent heavy rain, contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation are ready to put the finishing touches on the new span, and slide it into place Saturday night, Sept. 14. Detour details Contractor crews
Community Engagement in Oil Spill Preparedness and Response
From San Juan County Are you prepared for a major Oil Spill in the San Juans? How will it impact you? Will you be involved in the clean-up? Who is in charge and what happens behind the scenes? These questions and others will be addressed at an upcoming workshop
Long Live the Kings! Salish Sea Presentation
Thursday, September 12, 6:30 p.m. at Orcas Center Jacques White, the executive director of Long Live the Kings, will give a presentation on salmon in the Salish Sea, with an emphasis on the challenges of early marine survival followed by a panel discussion. 6:30-8:30 p.m., Orcas Center, 917 Mount Baker
September Means Youth Fall Soccer Starts
From Marcia West, Executive Director, Orcas Island Park and Recreation The Orcas Park and Rec Fall Soccer season starts tomorrow, Tuesday, September 10. We have both youth and pee wee soccer this year. We will have sign ups available at the park on Tuesday and Thursday. The times and dates
Mentors Wanted! Informational Meeting Sept. 19
The Funhouse Commons Mentor Program continues to provide island kids with traditional one-on-one mentor matches and several types of project-based mentorships that link caring adults with small groups of children. Mentoring relationships are an essential part of reaching out to kids and keeping a healthy community. Mentors provide their mentees
Letter to the Editor: GMO on the Ballot this Fall
If you haven't heard, GMO-Labeling is on the ballot this fall in Washington. Its time to rally the troops. I think this initiative has a good chance of being passed, but we need everyone to spread the word and then to show up and vote in November. A team of
Orcas Family Connections Resource Center Signs On to Help with Affordable Care Registration
Lopez and San Juan Family Resource Centers also sign up to help By Margie Doyle The Orcas Family Connections Resource Center announced on Thursday, Sept 5 that it will sign a contract with Whatcom Association for Health Advancement (WAHA) in Skagit County, which is contracted by the state to help
