Here’s a thought…
“And, frankly, I would like to make the U.S.-Canada relationship boring again.”
RICK LARSEN
Salish Sea Music Festival Brings Broken Consort
Saturday, March 23 at 5 p.m., Orcas Adventist Fellowship Church From Jeffrey Cohan The third annual Salish Sea Early Music Festival on Orcas Island continues at the Orcas Adventist Fellowship Church with renaissance flutist Jeffrey Cohan, violinist Courtney Kuroda, violist Steven Creswell and harpsichordist Kyobi Hinami in “The Broken
Fire Chief’s Report: Increase in Calls for Service
February 12 through March 11, 2013 ............................CALLS FOR SERVICE ....................This Report ........Year to Date EMS.................. 46....................122 Fire/Other........ 16....................32 Total................. 62.................. .154 2012.......... 1/1/12–3/11/12..............110 Year to date responses have increased 40% Fire Chief’s Goals and Priorities for 2013 Execute the mission of OIFR through direction of the Board of Commissioners Improve
Council to Consider Extending the Effective Date for CAO Implementation
By Stan Matthews County Interim Internet Technology Manager At its regular meeting on March 12, the San Juan County Council voted to conduct a public hearing to consider moving the effective date of the Critical Areas Ordinance updates from May 1, 2013 to December 1, 2013 or a later date.
Letter to the Editor: Byers Enthusiastic and Eager
I've had the opportunity to spend time with Lisa Byers as she campaigns for a seat on the county council, and I've been impressed with the way she relates to the people she encounters. She's very knowledgeable about the county and its needs, but she's always eager to learn more
Spring Environmental Walks for Adults and Kids
Kids at a waterfall in Moran State Park From the Orcas Island Park and Recreation District ADULT GENERAL NATURALIST WALK Join Naturalist Carolyn Cruso for a walk in Moran Park learning about the flora, fauna and ecosystems of this unique island. Some ethnobotany included. Meet at Moran State
What’s Wrong with My Vegetable Garden?
By Jan Jacobson What’s Wrong With My Vegetable Garden? is the name of a book by David Deardorff and Kathryn Wadsworth. They will speak at the April 10, 2013 Garden Club meeting in the Madrona Room of Orcas Center, at 10 a.m. They will show us practical organic solutions for
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Agave with the Turtleback Ceili Band
By Kathy Lunde Agave is proud to host Orcas Island's own Turtleback Ceili Band, this Saturday, March 16, beginning at 6pm. The Turtleback Céilí Band or simply "Turtleback", is a group of Orcas Island musicians who share a passion for playing and sharing traditional music mostly from Ireland, but also
“Kids of the 1950s” at Sunday’s Historical Matinee
Sunday, March 17 at 3 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center This month's historical matinee, "Kids of the 1950s " recalls Orcas Island High School from 1953-1959. Join Orcas Island Historical Society President Bill Buchan and fellow alumni as they talk about their high school days. This presentation is part
Donations for New Reuse Center: Hotbed Hotel Raises More than Eyebrows
From The Exchange Board of Directors and Executive Director During the running of the most recent play at the Grange – Hotbed Hotel – Doug Bechtel of The Actor’s Theater and director of the play, shared with audiences his love of The Exchange and stories of how the theater has
Letter to the Editor: Pratt is Committed to Ecology and Economy
I’m writing to support Lovel Pratt’s candidacy for County Council, District 1. In my role as a member of Lopez No COALition, I have had the pleasure of working with her and seen her in action in her role as a County Council member on the issue of the proposed
Actors Theater Raises Funds for the Exchange
Doug Bechtel presents a check for funds raised by Actors' Theater audiences to Hilary Canty of the Community Foundation. The funds will benefit the rebuilding of the Orcas Exchange. From Hilary Canty, Director Orcas Island Community Foundation When the Exchange burned a few weeks ago, the Actor’s Theater
The Bowls Are Ready to Fill with Soup!
A colorful sampling of original bowls crafted by students; painted, fired and ready to serve you this Friday! By Madie Murray Whether you’re on your way to Skate Night, the movies, a lecture, or before you go home after a long day at work, remember to stop by
Cameron Schuh to Lead 2013 Co-op Youth Rally
2013 Youth Directors. Cameron Schuh is at center, back. Scholarship Application Deadline March 22 From Orcas Power & Light Cooperative (OPALCO) Orcas High School senior Cameron Schuh, a 2012 OPALCO scholarship recipient, was elected by his peers at the 2012 Co-op Youth Rally to return this year as
Investigation Finds Human Error Caused $3M Ferry Incident
“Crews improperly set electrical circuits … the current melted vital parts of the inactive motor over a period of 40 minutes” From Washington State Department of Transportation A three-month safety investigation recently concluded that human error was responsible for the failure of an electric drive motor that removed the
March Madness Adult Basketball Tournament
From the Orcas Island Park and Recreation District Saturday, March 16 there will be a March Madness Adult Basketball Tournament. Seven teams including off island teams will be participating. It will be in the K-8 and High School Gyms starting at 9 a.m. Donations from teams go to the school
County Public Works Holds Orcas Open House
Tuesday, March 19, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Eastsound Fire Hall From the San Juan County Public Works Department San Juan County Public Works Department is holding an Informational Open House to talk with the community about Orcas Island road projects, among them will be: Sign Replacement Program Guardrail
