Here’s a thought…
“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
Did You Know…?
A new feature has been added to Orcas Issues! In the course of recent community conversations and workshops, we at Orcas Issues have noticed many times when someone says, "we should do that on Orcas," that there often is an organization already providing that particular service, such as mentors through the
Funhouse Commons Sponsors Fundraising Events for the 4th
From the Funhouse Commons VIP Seating for the 4th of July Fireworks Extremely limited seats available, front and center for the big show. We'll provide the unobstructed view on the Farish's private property across from Outlook Inn on the water side, comfy seating, a throw blanket to keep you warm,
It’s Brown Bag Season!
It's again time for the popular Brown Bag Concert series at Emmanuel Episcopal Parish during July and August 2013. All concerts begin at 12 noon and end at 12:30 p.m. Admission is free although donations are received which fund an annual music scholarship for an Orcas Island music student. July
Letter to the Editor – Thanks for One World
Many thanks to the wonderful Orcas community for your generous support, making this year’s One World Music Festival another successful event! The Funhouse Commons would like to thank Donna Laslo and Martin Lund for their continual leadership and vision, the Bob & Lisa Rivers Foundation, the Orcas Center, all the
A Goodbye Message from Interim County Manager Robert Jean
June 27, 2013 My thanks to the San Juan County citizens, Councilmembers and staff who helped me keep things moving forward this past year as your Interim County Manager. While there are plenty of items still on the TO DO list, we really had a very successful list of goals
“Star Trek” Run Extended with “Great Gatsby”
Ken and Karen Speck outfitted for the Star Trek special running through this Saturday at the SeaView Theater From Karen Key Speck Due to popular demand, Sea View Theater has extended the run of "Star Trek Into Darkness." The June 27 show is still at 8 p.m., with
It’s Safety First for the Fourth, Sheriff Says
from Sheriff Rob Nou Emphasis patrols will be on duty. With the Fourth of July holiday upon us, the islands will see increased activity—both on the islands and on the water. In order to keep people safe throughout the long holiday weekend, the Sheriff’s Office will be fielding extra deputies
News Bites from the Food Bank
By Madie Murray Some exciting things have happened at the Orcas Island Food Bank in the past several weeks that we would like to share. Mykal Keyes hands $300 to Larry Shaw, Food Bank Board President. Graduating senior, Mykal Keyes designed her senior project to benefit the food
Doe Bay Music: Ghosts I’ve Met
Friday, June 28, 7:30 p.m., Doe Bay Cafe and Saturday, June 29, 7:30 p.m., Doe Bay Yoga Studio Ghosts I’ve Met is a folk-Pop duo from Seattle. NPR described them as “quietly stunning” and “wistful but resolved.” Singer-songwriter Sam Watts has a voice that's both clear and vulnerable, as well
County to Hold Special Meeting – Workshop
Updated June 26 at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, June 27 from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. in Friday Harbor From Ingrid Gabriel, SJ Council Clerk The San Juan County Council will conduct a Special Meeting Workshop on Thursday, June 27, 2013 beginning in the hearing room at 55 Second Street and
Local Politics Going to the Dogs
by Lin McNulty Cast as many votes as you want! It's legal! It's not too late to cast your vote(s) for Mayor of Eastsound. In fact, although this has not yet been adjudicated by SCOTUS, you can vote as often as you like. There are no PACs involved;
Editorial: Who Pays for the Party, Pays for the Bills
By Margie Doyle Wouldn't it indeed be nice if our highly-regarded non-profits, like those providing cultural expression and entertainment; permanent affordable housing; and exhibitions of our rich past—to name three outstanding island institutions—could make a go of it, year in and year out, from just admission receipts, membership drives and
Student Chefs Cook with Christina
Left to right: Arla Sutton, Zora Leck, Sam Sutton, T J Liblik, Ricky Hughes and Kashi Campbell. Unable to attend: Evan King, Ingrid Hanson and Jefferson Freeman By Madie Murray Rainy days are always great days to cook and last Sunday six budding Student Chefs assembled at Red
Plan to Attend Orcas CARES Workshop for Medical Emergencies
from Marla Johns Orcas Senior Center Thursday, June 27, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., Orcas Senior Center The newly formed Orcas CARES Coalition, which includes representative from Orcas Island Fire and Rescue, Orcas Senior Center, Hearts & Hands, San Juan County Sheriff’s Office, Orcas Medical Foundation and Lahari, are
Guest Editorial: What the Corps of Engineers’ Scoping Decision Means to NW Coal Terminals
Coal dust on the deck of a bulker loading at Westshore Terminals just south of Vancouver, B.C. Photo courtesy of Paul K. Anderson by Michael Riordan Last week coal-terminal advocates won an apparent major victory when an Army Corps of Engineers official told Congress it would not perform
Start of the Harbor Seal Pupping Season
from Liz Anderson and Kay Wicinas SeaDoc Society Picking up a stranded harbor seal is prohibited by law. If you come across a seal pup without its mother, please report it to the marine mammal stranding hotline at 1-800-562-8832. We are officially heading into summer and the start
