Here’s a thought…
“And, frankly, I would like to make the U.S.-Canada relationship boring again.”
RICK LARSEN
Humanities Washington: An Exploration of Literature and Our Lives – Friday, March 15
AnuTaranath, a Washington Humanities Lecturer, will speak to the Orcas community at Orcas High School this Friday Friday, March 15, 2013 at Orcas Island High School, 715 School Road By Martin Arnold, Orcas Public Library The Orcas Island Public Library and Humanities Washington invite the community to
Letter to the Editor: Pratt Shares My Concerns
To the Editor: I am writing in support of Lovel Pratt for San Juan County Council (District 1). The priorities she’s committed to speak to my concerns: a strong and sustainable local economy, advocacy for issues unique to the islands, fiscal management, care of the environment, and preservation of island
Organic Irish Eyes Are Smiling!
from Learner Limbach 2000 lbs. of potatoes are in! Come get them this Friday between 4–7 p.m. at the Grange. Increase the diversity and abundance of locally grown potato varieties in the San Juan Islands and build community while sharing local knowledge and resources, and raise money for community programs
Letter to the Editor: Responses Inform Electorate
Mike Carlson deserves our thanks for questioning Ms. Byers’ veracity concerning her philosophy of government. By doing so, he afforded Ms. Byers a wonderful opportunity to better inform the voters about her organizational experience and true philosophy of governance. Her response to his, apparently, misplaced accusations has convinced me that
Granny’s Attic Getting Ready to Open!
Donations open on March 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Senior Center From the Orcas Island Senior Center Granny’s Attic Sale is just around the corner. This is one of the largest fund raisers for The Senior Center, which occupies the south "wing" of the County building
Lasagna’s on the Menu for Community Dinner Tomorrow
From Sandy Harris Tuesday, March 12, will be the last Community Dinner at Orcas Christian School for 2013. This free, all-you-can eat Italian meal will be served from 5 to 7:30 p.m. On the menu is lasagna, spaghetti, steamed broccoli, green beans, salad bar, french bread, ice cream and biscotti.
Ranker in the State Legislature: Fight for Education Funding
Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-Orcas Island, issued the following statement regarding Senate Bills passed on March 6: “The Washington state Senate spent many hours on the floor yesterday to pass a package of five bills dealing with K-12 education policy. While some good progress was made, our attempts to ensure funding
Exciting Times at the Senior Center
By Stephen Bentley, Chair, Senior Services Advisory Committee These are exciting times at the Orcas Island Senior Center. On a recent Monday morning a class of aspiring writers gathered to share their work in the new “lounge” while a second group was arranging a display of their paintings and drawings
Francesca da Rimini Tells of Arranged Marriage and Tragic Love
A tragic romance described in Dante's Inferno is the subject of the opera Francesca da Rimini A rare revival of the ravishingly beautiful production of Zandonai’s Francesca da Rimini will be streamed to Orcas Center from The Met: Live in HD on Sunday, March 17th at 1:00 pm.
Seed Sharing, Roundtable, Keynote Speech and Contra Dance Fill Agricultural Summit
Saturday, March 16 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Friday Harbor The San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit is just around the corner! Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 16, for all things agricultural, including: Workshops Seed Sharing Roundtable with county council candidates Locally grown lunch Social hour and contra
Letter to the Editor: Byers Has Proven Herself an Effective Leader
I am supporting Lisa Byers for the San Juan County Council. After observing her in action for more than a year as a member of the OPAL board, I believe she is one of the most competent, thoroughly knowledgeable leaders I’ve ever worked with. The extent of skills and knowledge
Deer Harbor Planners Meet Wednesday
The Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee Public Meeting will be held at the Deer Harbor Community Center from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13. The Deer Harbor Community Center is located at 4319 Deer Harbor Road The agenda calls for a presentation by Victoria Compton, Executive Director of
Community Honors Marilyn Anderson at Music Concert
Marilyn Anderson at School Music Benefit Concert. Photo courtesy of Kristen Wilson. By Hilary Canty, Director, Orcas Island Community Foundation Marilyn Anderson, one of the founding members of the Music Advocacy Group (MAG) was honored this past Sunday, March 3, at the 16th annual Community Concert. The Boards
Arts Council to Explore Improving Economy Through the Arts
March 19, Outlook In, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. San Juan County Arts Council is presenting free workshops in March to explore the impact and potential of the arts on the local economy. The Arts Commission of Washington State (ArtsWA) recently awarded a grant to the San Juan County Arts Council as
Letter to the Editor: Hughes Shows Overall Leadership
Rick has run, has won, is our current sitting Councilman, and is now running again for the seat of Councilman for San Juan County District #2. As a local property and business owner Rick has shown leadership on the Eastsound Planning and Review Committee. Rick has for several years run
Letter to the Editor: Museum Board and Volunteers Work to Fulfill Mission, Vision and Plan
From the Orcas Island Historical Museum The Orcas Island Historical Museum has engaged with many community members and organizations since early December, and has taken many comments and suggestions with thoughtful consideration and serious self-reflection. We are working in concert with the Orcas Island Community Foundation (OICF) who has
